Accommodation

Top tips living in traditional non-ensuite

Your go-to guide for thriving in Leonard Horner Hall:

Noise levels in halls

Keep it down to keep the peace

Kitchen assisted cleaning

The University provides assisted cleaning of each kitchen

ResLife Safe Box

Keep it safe - cons

Applying for halls FAQ's

Here's our troubleshooting guide!

What's in my bag?

Nicola's top picks for packing

What's in my bag? Jio's uni essentials

Hi there! My name is Jio, an IBM student here in Heriot-Watt

What's in my bag? Maisa's travel essentials

Packing for University is difficult

Jio's Uni Room |

Before & After

What not to bring to halls

Don't pack your whole room!

Completing your room inventory

Complete your room inventory within 7 days

Need an accommodation reference?

Follow the steps below to request one.

What to pack - essential guide

Essential items you need for university

Share chores without the chaos

How to keep your flat clean without the drama

Laundry at Scottish Borders Campus

Make laundry day a breeze

Laundry at Heriot-Watt - A Guide

Make laundry day a breeze

Making Payments - A Guide for Students

We offer several ways to pay your fees and other invoices

Contents insurance with Howden

The new name for My Endsleigh

Where do I pick up my post?

Where to pick up your post at Jean Muir Student Village

TV Licensing - Don't risk a fine

When do you need a TV licence?

Introduction to Residence Life

Here to support you during your time living with us

Your 2025/2026 Residence Handbook

The Residence Handbook is a great resource...

Contemporary En-Suite Room Tour

Take a look around our contemporary en suite room

Go Global Accommodation Options

There are a few accommodation options available

Undergraduate Room Types

Deciding on accommodation at University is exciting

Accommodation Guarantee

What Does it Mean?

Top 5 Accommodation FAQs

You may have questions before you arrive at Heriot-Watt

Postgraduate Room Types

A number of different accommodation options to choose from

How To Report a Maintenance Issue

Help us by reporting any maintenance defects in your room

Reporting Maintenance Issues - Scottish Borders

Help us by reporting any maintenance defects in your room

Banned & Prohibited Items In Halls

Read this to ensure that you do not bring any contraband

My evening routine in halls

How do you spend your evenings?

What's in my bag? Ndulamo's essentials

Your guide to the accessories and essentials your bag NEEDS

What's provided in Jean Muir Student Village?

It's useful to know exactly what we provide in your halls

What's provided in a Traditional en suite room?

We provide you with some items...

What's provided in a Contemporary en suite room

We provide you with some items

Weekly Fire Alarm Test

The University conducts weekly testing of the systems

Fire Safety in Halls

You need to know some important fire safety information

Weekly Fire Alarm Test at Scottish Borders

The University conducts weekly testing of the systems

Bookable social spaces on campus

It's important to be able to gather with friends

A Guide to Cleaning Your Halls

Keeping your residences clean is super important...

How to Connect to WiFi in Halls

The Wi-Fi in halls is managed by Glide

My journey to Heriot-Watt

It's crazy to think your whole life can fit in a few boxes

Heriot Watt Accommodation Tour Vlog

You have a range of choices when it comes to accommodation

Traditional En-Suite Room Tour

Take a look around our traditional en suite room

How to avoid a fire alarm activation

Picture the scene...

Who to contact if you're locked out

Hopefully, it never happens to you...

Locked out at Scottish Borders campus?

Hopefully, it never happens to you...