- Student accommodation
- En-suite
- Studio
- Bills included
- Furnished
- Available
About Silk Mill, Edinburgh
- Price from
- £199 / wk
- Range £199 – £404 / wk
- Room types
- 11 options
- En-suite, Studio
- Move-in from
- 5 Sept 2026
- Lease length
- 18–51 weeks
- Deposit from
- £250
- Bills
- Included
- Wifi, Electricity, Water
- Furnishing
- Fully furnished
Silk Mill Edinburgh is situated at 162 Dundee St, Edinburgh, EH11 1FH, United Kingdom. This student accommodation in Edinburgh Scotland, has various room types suitable for the needs of students, such as an en suite and a studio. Students of the famous Edinburgh Napier University can reach the campus within a 14-minute walk. Similarly, the University of Edinburgh (Holyrood Campus) is within a 14-minute drive of Silk Mill Edinburgh.
Students love the historic atmosphere, lively festivities, and top-tier academic facilities in Edinburgh. It is the 7th-best student city, according to The University of Edinburgh, and has approximately 100,000 students. According to UKAreaStats, the unemployment rate stands at 2.8%, and NatWest Group, Rockstar Games, the City of Edinburgh Council, EY, Deloitte, and PwC dominate the job market. According to Numbeo, it is also highly secure, with a safety index of 69.62. Some of the best areas for students are Marchmont, Newington, Stockbridge, and more. The cost of living for a person is approximately £906.50 per month, excluding rent. It is roughly 28% to 37% less expensive than in London.
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Features
- Silk Mill Edinburgh accommodation has many en-suite and studio options. The en-suites come with a private bedroom and a bathroom, along with a shared kitchen and living area. However, studios are self-contained units with a bathroom, a kitchen, and a living area. Students can choose from a 7 Bed Standard Ensuite, a 9 Bed Standard Ensuite, an Essential Studio, or a Studio Standard. The rooms can typically include a double bed, a dedicated study area, shelving, and under-bed storage. For household convenience, the kitchen contains a dishwasher, oven, hob, and fridge-freezer.
- Silk Mill Edinburgh student accommodation rent includes WiFi, a gym, electricity, heating, and water. Moreover, there are various common amenities such as secure entry systems, an on-site support team, and CCTV for residents' safety. For recreational activities, there is a karaoke room, residents' events, communal lounges, and community activities. The private dining room provides everybody with proper meals. With dedicated study spaces, students can completely focus on their studies. Practical needs are supported with facilities such as secure bike storage. Fitness enthusiasts can take advantage of the on-site gym. With all these features, Silk Mill Edinburgh reviews boast about it being worth the money.
Nearby places
- Silk Mill Dundee Street Edinburgh is close to many colleges and universities. Edinburgh College of Art is within a 7-minute drive, and the University of Edinburgh is within an 11-minute drive away. Convenience stores like Sainsbury's Local and Lidl help you get your groceries and daily essentials near you. In times of sickness, the M&D Green - Fountainbridge Pharmacy and Omnicare Pharmacy Springwell are just around the corner. Nuffield Health Edinburgh Hospital offers proper health diagnosis.
- Heavenly Desserts Fountain Park, Edinburgh offers sweet treats and baked goodies. Good Burger and Biryani Boys serve you affordable and yummy meals. Rosie's Sandwich Bar and
- CJ's Cafe are known for their open atmosphere, suitable for hanging out and working. The Golden Rule and Athletic Arms will fill your weekends with energy and a fun time. Find a quiet study spot at Fountainbridge Library. Moreover, to catch up on a trending movie, there is Cineworld near Silk Mill Edinburgh.
- Beyond these local spots near Silk Mill Edinburgh, students can also explore fun tourist places in and near the city. Edinburgh Castle offers panoramic views with a century-long history. The Writer’s Museum is dedicated to legendary writers of the past. Not far from Silk Mill Edinburgh is Lauriston Castle. You can have a stroll through the Japanese gardens. Shop for Scottish souvenirs or enjoy street performances at the Royal Mile. Explore the rare plant collections at the Royal Botanic Garden.
Commute
- Edinburgh offers many options for you to get around the city. Students can rent cycles via apps, as it is an easy and sustainable way of getting around. Buses, trams, and trains are many affordable options available. Dundee Terrace and Fountain Park are bus stops within a 3-minute walk. Young Scot Card (under 22) offers free bus travel across Scotland. You can get on a tram or a train from Haymarket Station, just a 13-minute walk away from Silk Mill Edinburgh. 16-25 Railcard helps students save a third on train fares across Great Britain. Students can board a flight within a 20-minute drive from Edinburgh Airport.
Rooms & prices
Choose a room to enquire about it directly.
11 room options

8 Bed Standard Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 8 bedrooms
- Move in 22 Oct 2026
- 44 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Dedicated Study Area · Wardrobe · Shelving · Mirror
Enquire for this room£199 / wk
3 photos7 Bed Standard Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 7 bedrooms
- Move in 22 Oct 2026
- 44 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Dedicated Study Area · Wardrobe · Shelving · Mirror
Enquire for this room£207 / wk
3 photos7 Bed Premium Ensuite
En-suiteAvailable- Private bathroom
- 7 bedrooms
- Move in 22 Oct 2026
- 44 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Dedicated Study Area · Mirror · Wardrobe · Storage Space
Enquire for this room£234 / wk
3 photosStudio Standard
StudioAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 22 Oct 2026
- 44 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Double Bed · 32”" Smart TV · Desk & Chair · Wardrobe · Shelving and Mirror
Enquire for this room£285 / wk
3 photosStudio Luxe
StudioAvailable- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- Move in 22 Oct 2026
- 44 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Standard Double Bed · Smart TV · Dedicated Study Area · Wardrobe · Desk
Enquire for this room£337 / wk
3 photos9 Bed Standard Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 9 bedrooms
- Move in 26 Sept 2026
- 41 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Dedicated Study Area · Wardrobe · Shelving · Mirror
Ask about availability£220 / wk
9 Bed Premium Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 9 bedrooms
- 44 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Dedicated Study Area · Ample Space · Kitchen · Dining Area
Ask about availability£240 / wk
3 photos6 Bed Standard Ensuite
En-suiteFully booked- Private bathroom
- 6 bedrooms
- Move in 5 Sept 2026
- 18 weeks
- Bills included
Small Double Bed · Dedicated Study Area · Kitchen · Dining Area
Ask about availability£262 / wk
3 photosEssential Studio
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 51 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Double Bed · Dedicated Study Area · Shelving · Under Bed Storage · Ample Storage Space
Ask about availability£305 / wk
3 photosStudio Exec
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 51 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Standard Double Bed · Dedicated Study Area · Closets · Desk · Mirror
Ask about availability£399 / wk
3 photosStudio Premium
StudioFully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 51 weeks
- Deposit £250
- Bills included
Double Bed · Smart TV · Dedicated Study Area · Ample Storage Space · Dining Area
Ask about availability£404 / wk
Amenities
12 facilities confirmed for this residence.
Essentials
- Bills included
- Fully furnished
- Private bathroom
Living & social
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Study space
- Common room
Health & wellbeing
- Gym
Safety & security
- CCTV
- Secure entry
Services
- Bike storage
- Community events
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- On-site Gym
- Karaoke Room
- Secure Bike Storage
- Dedicated Study Spaces
- Communal Lounges
- Private Dining Room
- Resident Events
- Community Activities
- Secure Entry Systems
- On-site Support Team
- CCTV
Ratings & reviews
4.5/ 5
Based on resident feedback
- Location
- 4.9 / 5
- Value for money
- 4.9 / 5
- Cleanliness
- 3.5 / 5
- Staff
- 4.3 / 5
- Amenities
- 4.9 / 5
- Internet
- 4.9 / 5
- Social life
- 4.4 / 5
Silk Mill in Edinburgh offers affordable student living with inclusive bills and high-speed internet, close to major universities for convenient access. Students can engage in a vibrant community through communal lounges, outdoor cinema, and a karaoke room. The property prioritizes safety with 24/7 CCTV surveillance and onsite maintenance. Comfort-designed spaces provide various room types to suit individual needs and promote a study-friendly environment.
Who lives here
Share of recent residents.
Students from
- Indian
- 32%
- British
- 16%
- Malaysian
- 11%
- Omani
- 11%
- Chinese
- 5%
Popular with students at
- Heriot-Watt University31%
- Edinburgh Napier University25%
- University of Edinburgh25%
- Edinburgh Napier University (Merchiston Campus)13%
- Edinburgh College of Art6%
Location
162 Dundee St, Edinburgh EH11 1FH, UK
Nearby
- Edinburgh Napier University0.6 mi
- Edinburgh College of Art1.0 mi
- Edinburgh Theological Seminary1.2 mi
- University of Edinburgh1.4 mi
- city center1.5 mi
- University of Edinburgh (Holyrood Campus)1.7 mi
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162 Dundee St, Edinburgh EH11 1FH, UK, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Open in Google Maps(opens in a new tab)Bills & policies
Bills included in the rent
- Wifi
- Electricity
- Water
- Heating
- Gym
Payment
Booking Deposit
- £100 Reservation Rent required at booking
- Fully refundable if cancelled within the 3-day cooling-off period
- Retained if cancellation occurs after 3 days
- Adjusted against the first rent payment after the tenancy agreement is signed
Mode Of Payment
- Payments can be made via:
- Online portal (card payments)
- Bank transfer (via portal details)
- Bank transfers:
- Must be arranged in advance due to longer processing time
Guarantor Requirement
- A UK guarantor is required for the standard instalment payment plan.
- The guarantor must:
- Resident of the UK (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
- Recognised as a UK tax resident (HMRC)
- Must have a fixed address
- Must provide:
- Proof of address (utility bill within last 3 months or council tax bill)
- Photo ID
- Must be over 25 years old
- If no UK guarantor:
- Students without a UK guarantor can still book accommodation by choosing one of the following options:
- Pay in Full Upfront: Pay the full accommodation fees upfront without requiring a guarantor.
Pay In Instalment
- Available options:
- 1 instalment (full payment)
- 9 or 10 instalment payment plans are available.
- 4 instalments
- For 4-instalment plan:
- Must pay 4 weeks’ rent 10 days before the tenancy start date
- Second instalment due at the end of September (aligned with student loans/grants)
- Instalment plans designed for students relying on loans or grants
- Students paying in instalments without a UK guarantor must pay a 5% additional upfront fee on the total accommodation fees.
- Note: Instalments are not available if the student books a tenancy agreement of less than 27 weeks.
Cancellation
Cooling Off Period
- 3-day cooling-off period from the date of booking
- Must cancel in writing via email to the property
- Full refund of the Reservation Rent if cancelled within 3 days
- If not cancelled within 3 days, the Reservation Rent is retained
- The Tenancy Agreement must be signed within 3 days of booking
No Visa No Pay
- Applicable to first-year undergraduate or postgraduate international students
- Conditions:
- Must inform within 7 days of visa refusal notification
- Must provide official notification from the visa authorities
- Final deadline to submit evidence: 30th August
- Outcome:
- Booking can be cancelled
- Full refund of any rent paid
No Place No Pay
- Applicable to first-year undergraduate or first-year postgraduate students
- Conditions:
- Must inform within 7 days of receiving university rejection
- Must provide a written rejection letter from the university/college
- Final deadline to submit evidence: 30th August
- Outcome:
- Booking can be cancelled
- Full refund of any rent paid
Other cancellation policies
- If the provider cancels the booking:
- The student will be notified in writing
- Alternative accommodation offered
- If unsuitable:
- The student can cancel
- Full refund of any rent paid
- Refunds:
- Processed within 14 days of receiving the required evidence
- Reservation Rent:
- Held and offset against the first rental payment once the Tenancy Agreement is signed
University Course Cancellation/Modification
- If your course has been cancelled by your university, please reach out to the team with the relevant supporting documentation. We will liaise with the property team to review your request on a case-by-case basis for cancellation. The resolution will be subject to the property's assessment and the terms of your booking.
Deferring Studies
- If you have deferred your studies, please contact the team and share your updated university documentation. We will notify the property team to review your request for cancellation/contract amendment. Requests are assessed individually, and the final outcome will be subject to the property's review and booking terms.
House rules
Pets
- No Pets Allowed
Smoking
- No Smoking
Guest policy
- Guests may stay with you where permitted by the property. Always notify the property 1 to 2 weeks in advance to complete the required formalities.
Minimum age
- You must be 18 years or older on your move-in date to stay at this property. Please ensure you meet the age requirement before booking. In case you do not meet the minimum age requirement, inform the team while enquiring with us, and we can suggest you accordingly.
Student eligibility
- This accommodation is exclusively available to students. Non-students are not eligible to stay at the property.
Questions about this residence
How much does Silk Mill, Edinburgh cost?
Rooms start from £199 / wk across en-suite and studio options. Prices vary by room type and tenancy length.
What's included in the rent?
Bills are included in the rent: wifi, electricity, water, heating and gym.
How long can I stay?
Tenancies here run 18–51 weeks. Options include 44 weeks, 41 weeks, 18 weeks and 51 weeks.
When can I move in?
The earliest move-in date listed is 5 Sept 2026. Dates can differ by room, so ask us to confirm the one you want.
Is there a deposit?
Yes. Deposits start from £250, depending on the room.
Where is Silk Mill, Edinburgh?
Silk Mill, Edinburgh is at 162 Dundee St, Edinburgh EH11 1FH, UK. It is 0.6 mi from Edinburgh Napier University.





