Top Student Accommodations in Glasgow

Stay Jun 20, 2019

Glasgow is an edgy city, reborn from its industrial roots with a modern, metropolitan vibe. It is the third largest city in the UK, and the largest city in Scotland, making it a hub for world-renowned research and academia. Known for its culture, style and energy, Glasgow has truly evolved into a metropolis of art and culture. A multicultural city, it draws people from all over the world whether they come to work or study in Glasgow.

Be sure to check out the Glasgow Cathedral, Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery, City Chambers, Glasgow Science Centre, or see a play at the Tron in Glasgow’s cultural quarter, Merchant City. Glasgow is also only an hour’s train journey from Edinburgh. In Glasgow, students often spend nights out bar hopping or dancing at clubs. Popular student hangouts include bar hopping down Bath street. Mixology is a big deal in Glasgow, and most bars are proud of their incredible mixologists. Some students’ favourite bars include Flat 0/1, Hummingbird, Slouch Bar, and Moskito. To go out dancing or clubbing, students love Garage, ABC and Polo Lounge, all clubs in Merchant City. Universities also host student union nights which will vary between universities but are usually very popular.

Whether you prefer shopping in the West End’s second-hand shops or perusing a wealth of one-off boutiques, Glasgow will give you the chance to really explore your sense of style. Pay a visit to Saratoga Trunk or Mr. Ben, where you’ll find the coolest retro wares in town. Then, wander over to The Glasgow Vintage Company to check out its charming shopfront, and step inside when you’re ready to take advantage of the student discount.

In Glasgow, you can find anything from punk rock music at Nice ‘N Sleazy’s to Charles Rene Mackintosh’s Art Deco influence on buildings in the West End. It is a city often described as “rough around the edges” and maybe rather than in spite of, but because of this, it is teeming with culture, art, and creative energy.

Glasgow is renowned for its striking red brick flats, which house lots of students right across the historic West End area. They typically come with high ceilings, beautiful sash windows and loads of other quaint, original features that you’ll come to love. Here we’ve got a couple of fabulous student accommodations which you should definitely consider if you’re planning to study in Glasgow.

Buchanan view Glasgow:

Buchanan View Glasgow Student Accommodation

This Glasgow student hall sits on a spot just minutes away from Buchanan Street station, enabling you to travel to university every day conveniently. You will not find yourself more than 15mins away from your university campuses. After a long day in lectures, you can always come back to relaxing in the Social Space with your friends and enjoy your favourite show or catch up on each others day.

The property offers a wide range of En-suite rooms and Studios, perfect for those who are looking for a private and quiet space. If you are planning on bringing your car along, then you will be glad to know there is Parking available on-site and the management also offers free fortnightly Kitchen Cleaning.Buchanan-View-Offer-Image

Merchant studios Glasgow:

Living in these fresh new apartments you’ll find yourself in a peaceful area but also surrounded by the charms of the Merchant’s Quarter. The University of Strathclyde and the City of Glasgow College are a five-minute walk, a fifteen-minute walk gets you to Caledonian.

University’s social side is not to be overlooked. There’s a large game room with a pool table, a TV room with a flat-screen TV and a further communal area outside. There is on-site maintenance and management to take care of any problem and handle package receipts, secure door entry, CCTV and laundry.

In this area, you’ll find luxury brands and designer boutiques, an array of restaurants and craft pubs all housed in 18th Century sandstone buildings. Walk through this fashionable area and you’ll reach the wide lawns of Glasgow Green or a six-minute walk from Merchant Studios the other way is Glasgow Cathedral next to the atmospheric cemetery, The Necropolis.

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St Mungo’s Glasgow:

St Mungo’s Glasgow is a brand new and contemporary student accommodation on St James Road, only 4 minutes from Glasgow’s city centre and close to university campuses as well. All rooms at St Mungos Glasgow student accommodation are well furnished and thoughtfully designed keeping the students’ lifestyle in mind. International students in Glasgow will be able to plenty to explore in the city. There is a little something for everyone here, ranging from architecture to history to art. Students can explore the classic example of Scottish Gothic architecture at the cathedral precinct in the East End. When in Glasgow, one cannot forget football that is embedded in the Scottish psyche. Scottish Football Museum based within the National Stadium at Hampden focuses on Scotland’s unique football heritage. If you are looking for a quick bite then Burger King or Mc Donald’s will do the trick for you. But if you are looking to dine out with your friends then Guy’s Restaurant and Bar right across the street is perfect for it. St-Mungo's-Offer-Image

Nido St James:

Nido St James Glasgow Student Accommodation

Nido St James as the name suggests is located on St James Road in Glasgow. Living in the University district you will be close to the university campuses with the city centre just a few minutes away as well. Choose from shared or studio apartments. Moreover, the property offers an indoor and outdoor gym, social spaces and cinema, bike storage, Nido membership discounts, housekeeping, year-round events and much more.

Being at Nido St James Glasgow you will still be able to enjoy the community feeling thanks to all the social spaces that the property features. Along with the other 416 residents enjoy the Cinema Room and the other social spaces where you can relax and unwind with your friends. There is a games room too with a pool table and enough space for you to hang out with your friends. Work out in the gym or try power yoga in the yoga room. Karaoke Room is perfect for weekend night activity. Not only this, living at Nido you will be privy to special discounts. Eat your heart out at your favourite restaurants or join in on the fun in the most happening parties in town and yet not burn a hole in your pocket.

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Blackfriars:

Blackfriars is a modern student accommodation located on Blackfriars Road, less than 0.7 miles from Glasgow’s City Centre and not more than 2 mins away from most of the university campuses as well. You can choose from a range of en-suite rooms in shared flats or individual studio flats. You can enjoy great social spaces at the property, a vending machine for midnight snacking urges, bike storage and fortnightly cleaning of the communal areas. Blackfriars Glasgow makes for a great student home with city centre right almost on the doorstep and brilliant options for eating out, shopping or partying. Also for all international students in Glasgow, the Scottish Football Museum will be of interest. It can be found in the National Stadium and the Museum explores and focuses on the unique football heritage of Scotland. So it is definitely worth a visit for all sports fanatics.

Kelvingrove House:

Kelvingrove House Glasgow Student Accommodation

Kelvingrove House, on Argyle Street, is a relatively new student accommodation in the popular West End of Glasgow. You can be within 15mins in the city centre and equally well located to the university campuses. Choose from a mix of en-suite shared apartments and studio flats. You will have 100Mbps Wi-Fi, a friendly on-site team and CCTV all across the property and on-site TESCO Express.

Staying at Kelvingrove House Glasgow will ensure that you are in the thick of nightlife, shopping, relaxing parks and an abundance of history. For international students in Glasgow, a visit to the Kelvingrove Museum and Art Gallery is a must. You will be able to witness the treasures displayed here amongst the Victorian walls.

Thurso Street:

Thurso Street Glasgow Student Accommodation

Thurso Street, a new-fangled student accommodation situated on Thurso Street, within 15mins of the city centre and minutes walk away from university campuses. Choose from a range of en-suite rooms in shared accommodation or studios and enjoy free fortnightly cleaning of the communal areas, bike storage and great social and study spaces.

The property has more social spaces as well where you can socialise with the other residents or simply sit down in the quiet study rooms and get on with your research. If you get hungry during your study session why not pick yourself a snack from the vending machine on-site. You will find bike storage on site as well, so say goodbye to a cluttered room. There is car parking available too!

Living at Thurso Street be in the thick of the best of what the city has to offer. International students in Glasgow will also like the Scottish Football Museum. It can be found within the National Stadium and the museum explores and focuses on the unique football heritage of Scotland. So it is definitely worth a visit for all sports fanatics.

With The Three Judges, a pub with 9 different real ales every day you will have a go-to place whenever you are looking for a short break from your books. Grab your friends and order a few drinks here and enjoy the groovy music. Do you have a taste for curry? Why not sample a few at Balbir’s, it is right across the street and great for when you are looking to get a break from chores.

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Firhill Court:

Firhill Court is a stylish student accommodation, located near Glasgow’s city centre and closely located to all the university campuses as well. Also, find a free shuttle bus to the university campuses. Choose from a range of 4 and 6 bed en-suite and enjoy the student community feeling. Also, find free car parking and bike storage on-site.firhill court glasgow student accommodation

Glasgow has culture and history along with great entertainment opportunities as well, making it one of the most popular student cities in the UK. Living at Firhill Court Glasgow you will find here over 700 pubs and nightclubs, so a dull moment will never be around. International students in Glasgow will also find the Scottish Football Museum of interest. It can be found in the National Stadium and the Museum explores and focuses on the unique football heritage of Scotland. So it is definitely worth a visit for all sports fanatics.

Those of you looking for a place to eat will find Cail Bruich within walking distance. Now you will keep looking for an excuse to not cook and sample their delicacies every chance you get. If you have a birthday coming up and are looking for a place to celebrate, then why not head to Iona. It is only a 5min walk and has great music, drinks and everything you need for a quality time.

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