Heriot-Watt University offers on-campus accommodation, including modern student residences like Bainfield and Grant-Watt. These provide ensuite rooms, communal spaces, and proximity to academic buildings.
Off-campus, nearby areas such as Currie, Balerno, and Sighthill offer private rentals, shared flats, and homestays. Popular options include purpose-built student accommodations like iQ Student Accommodation and Dovecot House.
For short-term stays, hotels like Edinburgh Marriott Hotel and Premier Inn Edinburgh Park are convenient. Public transport links, including buses and trams, ensure easy access to the university from surrounding neighborhoods.