There are two ways to pay the apartment rent, online payment or bank wire transfer 1. For online payment, please log in to the Account of Unite Students, click the Payments page, enter the rent amount to be paid in the dialog box, click the Pay button, and enter the payment card information. If it is a British savings card, select the Debit card type (the corresponding Billing address needs to be changed to a British address), if it is a Chinese credit card, select the Credit card type (the billing address remains the domestic address) 2. For bank wire transfer, please log in to the Account of Unite Students and click Booking page, download the Bank Transfer Info file, communicate with the bank in advance, and bring the corresponding materials to the bank counter or self-service money transfer machine for remittance. In the remittance postscript, please fill in the personal reservation information (refer to the content required in the bank_tranfer_info file). The wire transfer does not arrive in real time , please be sure to wire transfer 1-2 weeks before the deadline to ensure that the funds arrive on time. Since the bank will charge a cross-border payment service fee, please pay the required rent + service fee when paying the fee to ensure that the full amount arrives.

My check-in time is inconsistent with my appointment time (check in slot), and is it possible to che

If you arrive on the same day but are only tens of minutes to a few hours late, you can wait at the front desk, and the staff will serve you after processing the students who have made an appointment. If you arrive on a different day, please click "Edit" in the check in summary of the Unite APP, and then choose a new check-in time that suits you. The apartment will also provide emergency contact information, which can be dialed at the entrance of the apartment or in a prominent place at the front desk. Alternatively, you can call the apartment's emergency control center (UK number) on 03003031611, and they will coordinate staff to help you.

I have a special discount for the apartment when I make a reservation, how can I redeem it?

Please refer to the corresponding activity details provided by the apartment when you make a reservation, and then please accept the corresponding details with the apartment.

Should I pay as much as the apartment needs to pay?

Please decide how much to pay based on your payment method, but please make sure that the amount of your rent is consistent with the amount required by the apartment. For example, if you use an international bank remittance, the intermediary bank will charge part of the handling fee, so in this case, please ensure that the amount paid is the payable rent + handling fee, and ensure that the full amount arrives to avoid arrears.

You can check in on the day when the contract period starts. If you arrive at the apartment during non-working hours, it is best to inform the apartment in advance so that the apartment can arrange check-in.

Can I choose a roommate?

If you have other small partners who book together, you can contact our consultant teacher of uhomes, and we will try our best to help you arrange

How do I collect my access card?

After completing the check-in process at the front desk, you can get the key card from the apartment front desk

Can I check in early?

If you need to check in early, please contact your consultant teacher. If there are vacancies in the apartment for the corresponding lease period, you can arrange early check-in after accepting the corresponding extra rent

Can someone else get the key card for me?

No, for security reasons, your key card can only be collected by yourself.

Do I need to pay land tax?

If you are an eligible full-time student, you will be exempt from paying land tax. You must provide proof to the apartment that you are a full-time student

What if there is no one at the front desk when I arrive?

The apartment will provide emergency contact information, which can be dialed at the entrance of the apartment or in a prominent place at the front desk. Alternatively, you can call the apartment's Emergency Control Center (UK) on 03003031611, and they will coordinate staff to help you.

What if I might be late and the check in slot time is not the same as my reserved time?

If you arrive on the same day but are only tens of minutes to a few hours late, you can wait at the front desk, and the staff will serve you after processing the students who have made an appointment. If you arrive on a different day, please click "Edit" in the check in summary of the apartment APP, and then choose a new check-in time that suits you.

Can I keep pets inside the apartment?

No, no pets are allowed in the apartment.

What should I do if I need to report for repair?

1. Reporting repairs by using the apartment software 2. Reporting repairs through the front desk of the apartment

Can I smoke inside the room?

The apartment is non-smoking for safety reasons and has smoke alarms. If you need to smoke, please ask the front desk of the apartment where the corresponding smoking area is located.

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The Old Printworks, Edinburgh

Name: The Old Printworks
Brand: uhomes
SKU: S00263397
Rating: 4.8 (5 reviews)

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OPW Eternal God All Aibo students deserve it!

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great! ! The reception has a very good attitude and the location is also good. Downstairs is the sainsbury

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A very good experience! grateful!

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opw accommodation conditions are very good, the surrounding environment is also good, recommended!

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The staff are good, but the kitchen facilities are average, the cheapest on the market, but the environment is nice and quiet

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235 Beds

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The Old Printworks is a popular student accommodation situated in Edinburgh between Meadows and Holyrood Park, just 10 minutes from the University of Edinburgh. Conveniently located near Edinburgh's main bus station and a 15-minute bus ride to the University of Edinburgh's KB Campus, The Old Printworks is close to the famous Arthur's Seat. With panoramic views of Edinburgh from the top of the hill, which is easy to climb and a must for tourists, students can unwind in the beautiful scenery at their leisure.

Features

The Old Printworks offers a total of 237 rooms for students, with En-suite and Studio rooms available, all with private bathrooms, desks and storage space. All fees are included in the rent, and the communal areas of The Old Printworks student residences offer a gym, cinema, lounge and study areas for students to enjoy after school. There is also a free recreation room and communal areas, as well as a communal laundry to meet all students' basic needs. The rooms are fully WiFi-covered and have ample storage space. The rent includes all utilities such as water, electricity, gas, and property insurance.

Location and What's Hot?

The Old Printworks flats are located in the heart of Edinburgh's city centre, with a full range of nearby amenities, whether restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars. The famous Holyrood Park, with its Arthur's Seat, is just a 4-minute walk away, where students can walk, jog, climb and more. The Royal Mile is a 16-minute walk to the bustling city centre, with supermarkets, shopping malls, restaurants and pubs, cinemas, attractions and theatres to satisfy your daily entertainment needs: restaurants and many other Scottish specialities.

Transport

The Old Printworks flats are ideally located for the city centre and the University of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Moray House School of Education is a 15-minute walk, and the Edinburgh College of Art is a 19-minute walk. The University of Edinburgh KB campus is 15 minutes by public transport, and Heriot-Watt University is 44 minutes by bus. The flat is conveniently located within a 1-minute walk of Kings Hall and Queens Hall bus stops, and several bus routes are close to the flat. Edinburgh train station is about 18 minutes away; from here, you can travel to other famous cities in the UK.

Security and Service

The Old Printworks flats are electronically gated and have CCTV video surveillance. The flat team is online 24 hours a day and is always on hand to help students with any questions. The flats are also covered by a super-fast internet connection, which students can use for free.

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15 Aug 2022 15:51:03

OPW Eternal God All Aibo students deserve it!

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06 Jun 2022 09:31:28

great! ! The reception has a very good attitude and the location is also good. Downstairs is the sainsbury

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No Visa No Pay

No Visa No Pay (NVNP)
a.If the student who has completed their booking has their visa application rejected, the student can provide evidence of the refusal and the booking will get cancelled with no liability.
b.For the evidence at 7(a) above to be valid it must:
i.be submitted within 7 days of the student receiving it;
ii.include the student's name and the date at which it was received;
iii.be received prior to 31 August of the Academic Year for those with tenancies starting in August or September;
iv.be received prior to 15 January of the Academic Year for those with tenancies starting in December or January.
c.Students can only cancel under 7(a) above, and under the NVNP policy, if they have applied for a visa and can evidence this. Students who haven't got a visa because they haven't applied for one are not eligible for the NVNP cancellation policy.

No Place No Pay

No Place No Pay (NPNP)
a.If the student who has completed their booking for a room is not accepted at a university in the city where they have booked a room with us, the student is able to cancel their room outside of the cooling-off period without the need for a replacement tenant provided they are able to provide evidence that they have not met the requirements for their offer or have been rejected by the university for some other reason.
b.For the evidence at 6(a) above to be valid it must:
i.be submitted within 7 days of the student receiving it;
ii.include the student's name and the date at which it was received;
iii.be received prior to 31 August of the Academic Year for those with tenancies starting in August or September;
iv.be received prior to 15 January of the Academic Year for those with tenancies starting in December or January.
c.We reserve the right to check with the university if the evidence is genuine or fake. Providing fake / photoshopped documents is forgery and is an offense punishable by law in the UK.

Refund Guarantees Time Limit

3 days to accept the offer+ 7 days cooling-off period
Once a booking is processed, the student has 3 days to accept the offer. It means for the student and the guarantor to accept the contract and pay the £250 advance rent payment. (For bookings in England only. No Advance Rent Payment is required for bookings in Scotland).

Once these steps are done, the booking is completed.
If one of the step is not completed within these 3 days, the offer will expire.
If the student still wants a room, we can re-process a booking, but we cannot guarantee that the same room or the same price will be available.
Once the booking is completed, the student has another 7 days to change their mind and cancel their booking without any reasons. This is called the cooling-off period.

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Making a Booking
Once a booking is processed, the student has 3 days to accept the offer. It means for the student and the guarantor to accept the contract and pay the £250 advance rent payment. (For bookings in England only. No Advance Rent Payment is required for bookings in Scotland).
Once these steps are done, the booking is completed.
If one of the step is not completed within these 3 days, the offer will expire.
If the student still wants a room, we can re-process a booking, but we cannot guarantee that the same room or the same price will be available.
International cancellation provisions
These additional cancellation provisions apply for any individual making a booking outside of the United Kingdom.
1.Cooling Off Period – the provisions for the Cooling Off Period set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply;
2.After the Cooling Off Period - Once the Cooling Off Period has expired the Tenant remains liable for the rent for the whole length of the tenancy unless they want to cancel with one of these 3 conditions:
-No Place No Pay: the provisions for No Place No Pay set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply, save that this option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.
-No Visa No Pay:if the student doesn’t get their visa to come and study in the UK, the student must send us the visa application rejection letter within 7 days of receiving it. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full. This option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.
-No ATAS certificate, No Pay: Some international students coming to the UK to study in very specific fields need to apply for an ATAS certificate. (Academic Technology Approval Scheme). If a student’s ATAS certificate application is rejected the student must send us the ATAS certificate application rejection letter within 7 days of receiving it. On receipt of the required documentation, it will be verified and, provided we are satisfied, we will cancel your Tenancy Agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full. This option shall not be available after the 31st August in the year the Tenancy Start Date is due to occur.
The cancellation requests along with the proof documents must be sent by the student, from the email address they have registered their account with Unite Students and must be sent to internationalcancellations@unitestudents.com.
If an agent is involved the evidence must be sent to the agent and then forwarded on to internationalcancellations@unitestudents.com.
3. Replacement Tenants - the provisions for the Cooling Off Period set out in the main Cancellation Policy shall apply. Please note the point that Unite Students is under no obligation to enter into a Tenancy Agreement with any replacement Tenant that is suggested under this provision.
Passed the 31st August, the No Place No Pay and No Visa No Pay do not apply.
The student remains liable for the rent unless they find a replacement Tenant.

Double occupancy rooms:

No double occupancy rooms.

The Old Printworks FAQs

What is Internal “Health checks” for hot cities’ bookings？

Students will be asked to provide their university offer or a screenshot of the university portal showing their name and enough information to confirm the student has completed the application process.↵↵For a small sample of students, Supplier might check with their university partners if they can confirm the offers and information are genuine.↵↵If the student doesn’t reply to any of the 3 attempts, Supplier will have a red flat to this booking.↵↵If Supplier still cannot get any contact from the student, Supplier will cancel the booking.

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When is the due date for rent payment?

Please log in to the Account of Unite Students, enter the Booking page, and click on the Tenancy agreement file. In the YOUR PAYMENT SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN part of the document, you can find the deadline for paying rent and the corresponding rent amount. [DATE] is the rent payment deadline (the format is day/month/year) [AMOUNT] is the amount of rent that needs to be paid

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When I make a reservation, is the advance rent paid a deposit? How to refund?

Advance Rent is prepaid rent, used as a deposit. After you successfully check in, Advance rent will be deducted from your rent and will not be refunded.

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