McDonald Road, Leith
Private Halls
Available from 5th September 2026
Offers
Building details
Want to live 15-minutes away from Edinburgh city centre in a key location? Welcome to McDonald Road, our stunning range of luxurious apartments and en suite bedrooms. The apartments offer three, four, and rooms with modern shared kitchen facilities. In terms of your morning commute, Edinburgh University is just a 25-minute away or a 10-minute bus ride away and there’s also fantastic transport links around the whole city for extra convenience!
What makes McDonald Road so special are its unique facilities! Students get access to a private fitness suite with top quality equipment and even an on-site cinema – perfect for a movie night. When it’s time to focus, visit the quiet study room for a few hours and explore the buzzing city of Edinburgh once you’re done.
With all-inclusive rates, a laundry room and a cosy residents club lounge, you’ll feel right at home in no time in this luxurious setting and contents insurance included will ensure your stay in McDonald Road is comfortable and peaceful. Feel at ease with total security & service and live your best student life in this amazing city.
Study Space
Laundry Room
Gym
Courtyard
Communal Kitchen
Communal Lounge
Cinema Lounge
Pool Table
Bills included
Gas
Electricity
Broadband
Water
TV Licence
Room Options
5 Bed Ensuite
- En-suite bathroom
- Study desk and chair
- Private dining space
- Sink
5 Bed Ensuite
Room description
Sit back, relax, and enjoy our 5 bed en suite rooms with comfy beds and plenty of space to create the perfect home away from home. Focus on studying at your own desk and catch a movie with your mates in the cinema room afterwards! Ready to relax? Wind down in the common room or visit the gym for a quick workout to de-stress after a busy day at uni. When it’s time to eat, cook a delicious meal in the shared kitchen with a microwave and cooker to impress your friends.
Room amenities
En-suite bathroom
Study desk and chair
Private dining space
Sink
Shower
Bedroom furniture
Availability
4 Bed Ensuite
- En-suite bathroom
- Study desk and chair
- Private dining space
- Sink
4 Bed Ensuite
Room description
Make yourself at home in our cosy en suite bedrooms with shared kitchen facilities and a great vibe! After a busy day of studying, sink into your comfy bed or watch a movie in the cinema room with your new friends. After you’re done exploring the Insta-worthy city of Edinburgh for the day, why not visit the on-site gym and break a sweat? McDonald Road has fabulous, shared kitchen facilities so that you can impress your new friends with your culinary skills.
Room amenities
En-suite bathroom
Study desk and chair
Private dining space
Sink
Shower
Bedroom furniture
Availability
3 Bed Ensuite
- En-suite bathroom
- Study desk and chair
- Private dining space
- Sink
3 Bed Ensuite
Room description
Prepare for chilled vibes in our 3 bed en suite rooms, with everything you could ever need, all under one roof! Whether it’s a trip to the gym or the on-site cinema, you’ll never be bored when living at McDonald Road. Relax and unwind in your comfy bedroom and focus on some studying at your very own study desk. Enjoy shared kitchen facilities, great for grabbing cooking tips and tricks from your mates!
Room amenities
En-suite bathroom
Study desk and chair
Private dining space
Sink
Shower
Bedroom furniture
Availability
Classic Studio
- En-suite bathroom
- Study desk and chair
- Private dining space
- Sink
Classic Studio
Room description
Fancy your own space? Then our classic studio is perfect for you! With plenty of storage space and your very own kitchenette, you’ll feel right at home in no time. When it’s time to relax, visit our on-site cinema and make sure you bring plenty of snacks, or workout at the gym! Soak up some sun in the outdoor area and wind down in your comfy bed after a busy day of studying.
Room amenities
En-suite bathroom
Study desk and chair
Private dining space
Sink
Shower
Bedroom furniture
Availability
Premium Studio
- En-suite bathroom
- Study desk and chair
- Private dining space
- Sink
Premium Studio
Room description
Want to levelup from our classic studio? Our premium studio has plenty of space for all your belongings, with everything to create the perfect home away from home. Cook yourself a delicious meal in your very own kitchenette and visit the on-site cinema for a nice, chilled evening at the movies! Want to exercise? Guess what? We have a private gym on-site exclusively for residents!
Room amenities
En-suite bathroom
Study desk and chair
Private dining space
Sink
Shower
Bedroom furniture
Availability
Superior Studio
- En-suite bathroom
- Study desk and chair
- Private dining space
- Sink
Superior Studio
Room description
Our superior studio is super luxurious and bound to make your time at McDonald Road a memorable one! Enjoy vast amounts of space with cosy touches to make it the perfect home away from home. When it comes to uni work, you get your very own desk, as well as a comfy bed and a fully equipped kitchenette. The best part? There’s an on-site cinema and even a gym, these top-tier facilities are what makes our student accommodation so unique. Explore the city of Edinburgh with ease and be back home in no time to fully relax.
Room amenities
En-suite bathroom
Study desk and chair
Private dining space
Sink
Shower
Bedroom furniture
Availability
Location
Availability
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McDonald Road, Leith
- Private Halls
Bills included
We take the stress out of student living. All student homes have bills included!£215 ‐ £290 per person per week including bills
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