Downing West View, Glasgow

Where is Downing West View?

West View student accommodation is located at 2 Beith Court, G11 6EH. This popular student accommodation in Glasgow is ideal for students, only a 10-minute walk from the University of Glasgow and the Partick train station. West View Glasgow is close to well-known UK supermarket chains and well-regarded restaurants. 

From West View to Your University

• University of Glasgow: 10 mins walk
• University of Strathclyde: 16 minutes on the train
• City of Glasgow College: 18 minutes on the train
• Academy of Music and Sound: 21 mins on the subway
• Glasgow Caledonian University: 21 minutes on the train

Rooms in Downing West View

West View student accommodation has 310 rooms, divided into En-suite and studio types. No matter which room you choose, the interior is fully equipped with furniture and living facilities to help you move in quickly. 

• The En-suite strikes the perfect balance between privacy and community. Each suite contains 5-6 bedrooms, 13.3-19.8 square metres, all with en-suite private bathrooms for hygiene and privacy.
• Studio rooms take self-sufficiency to a whole new level. These rooms are a compact, self-contained world of bedrooms, kitchenettes and private bathrooms all in one. Choose from bronze studio to platinum studio floorplans, with a bedside sofa in rooms above the silver studio.

Amenities in Downing West View

West View Glasgow also provides various community facilities catering to students' interests and needs:

Essential Facilities

• Laundry Room – Convenient on-site machines for quick and easy washing and drying.
• Elevator – Smooth access to every floor without the stairs.
• Wi-Fi – Fast and reliable internet throughout the building.
• Mailroom – Secure place to collect letters and small parcels.
• Reception – Friendly staff available to assist with inquiries and support.
• Package Room – Safe storage for larger deliveries until collection.

Study and Work

• Study Room – Quiet, focused space designed for individual or group study.

Leisure and Social

• Lounge – Comfortable communal area for relaxing and chatting with friends.
• Gym – Fully equipped fitness room for daily workouts.
• Game Room – Fun space with various games to enjoy during free time.
• Cinema Room – Cosy venue for movie nights with friends.
• Courtyard – Outdoor area perfect for fresh air and social gatherings.
• Social Events – Regular activities designed to help residents meet and connect.

Transport around West View 

West View is located near various educational institutions in Glasgow, and even if the destination is further away, you can still reach it quickly via the transportation network.

• Hayburn Street bus stop: 4 minutes walk (0.1 mile)
• Partick Library bus stop: 5 minutes (0.2 mile)
• Partick train station: 5 minutes walk (0.2 mile)
• Kelvinhall subway station: 7 mins walk (0.3 mile)

Things to Do around Downing West View 

West View student accommodation not only provides a comfortable living environment but is also close to a variety of convenient amenities.

Supermarkets and Shopping:

• Lidl
• Morrisons
• Little Chinatown shopping street
• Tesco
• Sainsbury's
• Londis

Restaurants:

• Bibimbap
• Tofu
• Restaurant 16

Cultural and Historical Attractions:

• Riverside Museum
• Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
• Kelvin Hall Open Collection
• Kelvingrove Park
• Glasgow Science Centre
• Hunterian Zoology Museum