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Heriot-Watt University, welcomes visitors throughout the year, offering comfortable and affordable accommodation, in a beautiful parkland location on the edge of one of Europe’s most exciting cities. There are 165 en-suite bedrooms available year-round, serviced daily with shower room, complimentary guest toiletries, telephone, internet access and tea/coffee making facilities, these rooms have a VisitScotland 2-star campus classification.

An additional 795 en-suite guest rooms are available in vacation periods these are serviced daily, supplied with fresh towels and complimentary toiletries, with tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, internet access (ethernet cable required) and access to communal guests lounges.

Excellent on-site amenities include a range of dining facilities, café bar, bank, ATM, medical centre and laundrette. There is also a general store on campus which offers an extensive range of produce, toiletries and gift ideas. All amenities are located in close proximity to the residence buildings. For the more energetic visitor, the sport and exercise centre offers the latest fitness equipment, squash, tennis and badminton courts and jogging circuit. Exploring one of campus trails or the magnificent sunken gardens provides guests with a more relaxing alternative.

Heriot-Watt University provides an ideal base for exploring Edinburgh and the Lothian’s- located just 6 miles west of Edinburgh city centre and its many attractions, 10 minutes from Edinburgh International Airport and central to Scotland motorway network. There is an excellent public bus service into the city centre 24/7 and car parking facilities.