Top 5 Best Accomodation in London for International Students

London is one of the most popular destinations for students worldwide, and it’s home to many prestigious universities and institutions. As a hub for international students, the city offers a wide variety of student accommodation options. Many students opt for on-campus housing for its convenience and proximity to their universities. However, if you’re looking to experience life outside the campus, there are plenty of apartments and shared housing options available.

Are you searching for a specific area? Here are some of the most popular student neighborhoods:

• Camden

• Finsbury Park

• Mile End

• Stratford

• Brixton

• Tooting

• Shepherd’s Bush

• Hammersmith

In this article, IDP will share the top 5 student accommodations in these areas, along with everything you need to know before moving to your new neighborhood. Let’s dive in!

1. Chapter King’s Cross

Chapter King's Cross is a stylish modern accommodation located not far from St. Pancras International station...Due to its central location, students can travel to their own universities in less than 20 minutes from this accommodation. For example,

• University College London (UCL) - 10 mins by subway

• Kings College London - 20 mins by bus

• City University London - 12 mins by bus

• University of Westminster - 16 mins by subway

• School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) - 14 mins by bus

Conveniences include a gym within the building, a studio for working out, areas for reading, resting, and gaming, a cinema, a garden, laundry facilities, and mailboxes. The most affordable room is the Bronze Twin Studio, starting at £260 per person per week.

2. iQ Hoxton

iQ Hoxton is located in Shoreditch, in the East End of London, known as the "creative hub" of the city...The facilities include a gym, rooftop terrace, library, laundry room, communal kitchen, cinema room, and bike storage. The cheapest room option is the Bronze Studio, starting at £299 per person per week.

3. The Stay Club Camden

The Stay Club Camden is located across from the world-famous Camden Market and not far from Chalk Farm Road...Facilities include a cafeteria, reading area, laundry room, and bike storage. The cheapest room option is the Club Accessible Studio, starting at £287 per week.

4. Chapter Spitalfields

Chapter Spitalfields shares the same owner as Chapter King's Cross. The only difference is that this accommodation is located in the Shoreditch area...The facilities include a gym, reading area, social space, meeting room, karaoke room, game room, private cinema, relaxation area, laundry room, and a bar on the 32nd floor. The cheapest room option is a 2-bedroom apartment, starting at £305 per person per week.

5. Scape Shoreditch

Scape Shoreditch is only 2 minutes away from Old Street station, and students can walk to City University from the building...When it comes to convenience, Scape Shoreditch definitely wins. Every studio room in the building comes with its own bathroom, smart TV, and private kitchen. Other facilities include a gym, a cinema, an entertainment room, a reading area, and a laundry room, among many others. The cheapest room option is the Standard Studio, starting at £313 per week.

Before we go

Feeling stressed and worried about moving to London and not knowing how to adapt? Contact IDP now, and we will help you manage all the steps to smoothly study abroad without any costs. IDP has helped many students achieve their dream of studying abroad, and we can help you too!