200 Cowgate is a centrally located student accommodation in Edinburgh at 200 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1NQ, run by Universal Student Living, set right in the historic Old Town next to the Royal Mile. It offers a range of en-suite cluster rooms and self-contained studios, all bills, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance included, just a seven-minute walk from the University of Edinburgh's central campus and within easy reach of Edinburgh Napier. With a cinema room, games room, and study spaces, plus Edinburgh Waverley station a few minutes away, it is built for students who want to live in the heart of the action. This guide covers the rooms, location, amenities, the review picture, and who it suits.
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200 Cowgate
| Item | Details |
| Address | 200 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1NQ |
| Operator | Universal Student Living |
| Room types | En-suite cluster rooms and studios |
| Walk to University of Edinburgh | About 7 minutes |
| To Edinburgh Napier | About 30 minutes by public transport |
| Location | Old Town, next to the Royal Mile |
| Bills | All-inclusive (utilities, Wi-Fi, contents insurance) |
| Deposit | £250 (held with DPS) |
The rooms and prices
200 Cowgate offers a choice between en-suite cluster rooms and self-contained studios, so you can pick between a social, shared setup and full independence. En-suite cluster rooms come with a private bathroom, a small double bed, plenty of storage, and a dedicated study area, with a shared kitchen and lounge for socializing. Studios (and penthouse options) are fully self-contained, with a private bathroom, a ¾ or small double bed, a study desk, and a kitchenette, ideal for students who want their own space. Rent is all-inclusive, covering all utility bills, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance, and a £250 deposit secures your room, held as a custodial deposit with the Deposit Protection Service. If you pay in installments, you will need a UK guarantor; paying the full rent in advance removes that requirement. Prices vary by room type and season, so confirm current rates at booking.
Location and getting to campus
200 Cowgate's location is its headline feature: it sits in Edinburgh's historic Old Town, right by the Royal Mile, between the university's central campus and the city center. The University of Edinburgh's central campus is about a seven-minute walk, with the Holyrood and King's Buildings campuses also reachable, while Edinburgh Napier is around 30 minutes by public transport. Practically everything is on the doorstep: a Tesco Express two minutes away, a Sainsbury's Local opposite, the Pleasance Sports Centre and gym about three to six minutes away, and Edinburgh Waverley station roughly 0.2 miles away. The Royal Mile, Princes Street, and the city's nightlife (Three Sisters, Whistle Binkies, and Sneaky Pete's) are all within minutes. My tip: for students at the University of Edinburgh who want to be in the absolute heart of the Old Town with a short walk to campus, 200 Cowgate's location is hard to beat.
Amenities
- En-suite in cluster rooms and private bathrooms in studios
- Cinema room, games room and study rooms
- Shared kitchens and communal lounges for the cluster flats
- All utility bills, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance included
- Self-service laundry
- Secure bike storage and recycling facilities
- On-site team and maintenance, with CCTV
- Central Old Town location by the Royal Mile
Note: some room images may show a TV, but TVs are not provided in the rooms at 200 Cowgate, so confirm what your room includes.
The review picture
200 Cowgate has a strong review presence, with residents (67 reviews on StudentCrowd) frequently praising its unbeatable central location, the short walk to the University of Edinburgh and the Royal Mile, and the convenience of having shops, nightlife, and the train station on the doorstep. The all-inclusive bills, cinema and games rooms, and on-site team are also well-regarded. The honest points to check: it is a busy, central Old Town location, so it suits students who want to be in the middle of the action rather than somewhere quiet, and TVs are not provided in rooms. As always, confirm your specific room type and what is included before booking.
Who 200 Cowgate suit?
Strong fit: University of Edinburgh students who want a seven-minute walk to central campus; students who want to live in the heart of the Old Town near the Royal Mile and nightlife; those who want a choice of en-suite cluster rooms or private studios; anyone who values all-inclusive bills and a central, connected location.
Weaker fit: students who want a quiet, residential setting away from the busy center; those who specifically want a TV provided in their room; students studying primarily at Napier who would rather live closer to that campus.
For another central Edinburgh option, see our guide to 8 Roxburgh in Edinburgh, and read how much student accommodation costs in the UK.
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FAQs
Where is 200 Cowgate in Edinburgh? 200 Cowgate is at 200 Cowgate, Edinburgh EH1 1NQ, in the historic Old Town next to the Royal Mile. It is about a seven-minute walk from the University of Edinburgh's central campus and a few minutes from Edinburgh Waverley station.
How much is 200 Cowgate Edinburgh? Rent is all-inclusive, covering all utility bills, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance, and varies by whether you choose an en-suite cluster room or a studio. A £250 deposit secures your room. Paying in installments needs a UK guarantor; paying in advance does not. Confirm current rates at booking.
What room types does 200 Cowgate offer? En-suite cluster rooms with a private bathroom, small double bed, storage, and study area (sharing a kitchen and lounge); and self-contained studios with a private bathroom, bed, desk, and kitchenette. Penthouse options are also available.
How far is 200 Cowgate from the University of Edinburgh? About a seven-minute walk to the central campus, with the Holyrood and King's Buildings campuses also reachable. Edinburgh Napier is around 30 minutes away by public transport.
What is included at 200 Cowgate? All utility bills, Wi-Fi and contents insurance, plus a cinema room, games room, study rooms, shared kitchens and lounges, self-service laundry, secure bike storage, and an on-site team with CCTV. Note that TVs are not provided in the rooms.
Is 200 Cowgate good for students? Yes, especially for University of Edinburgh students who want to live in the heart of the Old Town with a short walk to campus and the Royal Mile, shops, and nightlife on the doorstep. It suits those who want a central, lively location rather than a quiet one.