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Arran House
5 Drysdale Rd, Edinburgh EH11 1AB
Arran House is one of the residences Positively Languages offers to students of Positively Languages Edinburgh English School, at 5 Drysdale Rd, Edinburgh EH11 1AB. Accommodation is booked together with your course, and Topstudy can arrange both in one quote.
Arran House on Drysdale Road offers en-suite rooms in flats of four to six Positively Languages students, each sharing a kitchen and communal living area. It is open to over-18s from 30 August 2025 to 29 August 2026, with a one-week minimum stay. Positively Languages Edinburgh is about ten minutes by bike or 20 by bus, and a supermarket is two minutes' walk. Positively Languages' 2026 list price starts at £360 a week.
Both bedding and towels are included here, though you'll need your own hairdryer. There is 24-hour security and a concierge, along with a common room, gaming room, study areas, meeting room, outdoor courtyard and bike room. A separate communal kitchen can be hired for group dinners. The coin-operated laundry charges £3.20 per wash and £1.70 per dry. Guests may stay up to two nights. Check in from 15:00 on Saturday or any time on Sunday.
2026 prices
| Room | Per person, per week |
|---|---|
| Single room, private bathroom | £360 |
Positively Languages's 2026 list prices, accommodation only. Seasonal supplements, placement and transfer fees can apply; your quote shows the full price.
Key facts
- Address
- 5 Drysdale Rd, Edinburgh EH11 1AB
- Minimum age
- 18+
- Availability
- Over 18s only - available from 30/08/2025 to 29/08/2026
- Minimum stay
- One week
- Check-in / check-out
- Check in is from 15:00 on a Saturday and anytime on a Sunday. All check outs must be on Saturday by 10:00
- 24-hour security
- Yes
- Visitors allowed
- Yes — 2 nights maximum. All visitors must sign in and out at reception daily
- Smoking allowed
- No
- Quiet hours
- After 23:00
- Room cleaning
- Room will be cleaned on arrival only. Communal areas will receive a weekly light clean, which consists of the cleaning of the floors and worktops in the kitchen area. This does not include tidying up, taking out rubbish / bins, washing the dishes, cleaning the fridge or oven. The overall cleanliness of the kitchen is the responsibility of the students
- Linen
- On arrival only
- Laundry and extras
- £3.20 per wash and £1.70 per dry
- Deposit
- No, but all students must sign a Code of Conduct on their first day
Rooms
- Ensuite rooms - own bathroom, shared kitchen and shared communal living area
- Rooms will be in flats of 4 to 6 Positively Languages students, mixed nationalities and mixed genders
In your bedroom
- Small double bed, wardrobe, desk, chair, mirror, lamp, storage and ensuite bathroom with shower, toilet and sink
- All bedding and towels are included in the price
- Hairdryers are not provided
Kitchen
- Oven / hob / microwave, fridge, freezer and all crockery and utensils provided
Facilities
- Common room
- Gaming room
- Study areas
- Communal kitchen for group events
- Meeting room
- Outdoor courtyard
- Coin-operated laundry facilities
- Bike room
Services
- Wi-Fi
- Laundry Room
Nearby
- Edinburgh Castle
- Arthur's Seat
- Calton Hill
Getting around
| On foot | By bike | By bus | By train / subway | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| To the school | 35 min | 10 min | 20 min | – |
| To the nearest supermarket | 2 min | – | – | – |
| To the city centre | 2 min | – | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How far is Arran House from Positively Languages Edinburgh English School?
About 10 minutes by bike.
How much does Arran House cost?
Positively Languages's 2026 list price starts at £360 per person per week (Single room, private bathroom: £360). Seasonal supplements and booking fees can apply; your quote confirms the final price.
What kind of rooms does Arran House have?
Ensuite rooms - own bathroom, shared kitchen and shared communal living area. Rooms will be in flats of 4 to 6 Positively Languages students, mixed nationalities and mixed genders.
What is the minimum age at Arran House?
Arran House accepts students aged 18 and over.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Arran House?
Check in is from 15:00 on a Saturday and anytime on a Sunday. All check outs must be on Saturday by 10:00
Can I have guests at Arran House?
Yes: 2 nights maximum. All visitors must sign in and out at reception daily.
How do I book Arran House?
Choose Arran House when you book your course at Positively Languages Edinburgh English School. Ask Topstudy for a free quote and we will confirm availability and the current weekly price.
Other residences for Positively Languages Edinburgh English School
- Haymarket · from £420 a week
- VITA Edinburgh (Iona Street) · from £440 a week
Details come from Positively Languages's fact sheet for this residence (2026) and its 2026 price list. Facilities and house rules can change; we confirm everything in your quote. Download the original fact sheet (PDF)