Where to live in Guildford

Finding somewhere suitable to stay during university, is crucial and you need to make sure that you find the right place that ticks every box – from location to budget to feeling safe and secure.

Guildford has a number of student areas and many of them are lively and are full of like-minded students who are looking to maximise their time studying at The University of Surrey. There are many options available to you, from private student accommodation in Guildford, to Student houses around Guildford, right through to university provided accommodation. Therefore, it’s important that you choose the right place to stay during your time in university.

Scape Guildford

For bells and whistles private student accommodation in Guildford, look no further than Scape Guildford for an all-round, all-inclusive student living experience. Scape Guildford is located a quick 10 minute walk from the centre of town, 8 minutes from the train station (which gets you to central London in 40 minutes, or the countryside in 5) and has all the amazing pubs, restaurants and activities of Guildford on your doorstep. If you are new to Guildford or yet to arrive, make sure you take a look at our area guide for some great things to do in the area.

Scape Guildford is the perfect option for those who are looking for accommodation that offers it all. We have a great selection of room types. Pick the most suitable room for you.

• Our En Suites are great for those who want to share a communal area with. The rooms come with double beds, a private bathroom, plenty of storage ample desk space and double beds and mattresses. These rooms share a communal kitchen with 3 to 6 other rooms and students.

• We have a range of studio sizes, from standard right up to premium studios in Guildford. Our studios have double beds, a private bathroom, plenty of storage and double beds and mattresses and also a kitchenette area with prep space and desk space. Some also have comfy window seats or a small sofa. If you are looking for personal space and time to study then this could be the right choice for you.

Outside of your front door within the building you will find first class amenities – from our amazing cinema room, to the 24/7 gym, to our shared kitchen, library, study booths, co-working spaces and landscaped communal gardens, and the necessary laundry room, you will never have to travel far for entertainment! Plus you can take a tour right now!

If you did venture out, the surrounding neighbourhood of Scape Guildford has everything you could need with plenty of things to see and do. With the River Wey on its doorstep, it is the ideal location and there are coffee shops and an abundance of restaurants nearby too. It is an ideal option for those who are looking for community living but also want their own space

St. Lukes Square

Here you can opt to stay in a selection of apartments and flats that are aimed specifically at students. As most students are new to the city then this is a great choice as everything they need is nothing more than 15 minutes away. This includes restaurants, bars, shops and coffee shops. Along with this, there is also parking available while there is Lancaster Park and the hospital nearby.

The downside of this is that the properties are slightly older and have limited facilities within the building – whereas at Scape you have all of this included.

City Centre

Queens Road in the city centre is always a top pick for students and here, they will have the opportunity to rent a room with other students in a shared property. This area is in the heart of the city and that means that they will be able to find everything they need within easy reach. This area is ideal for those who are looking for a lively environment and the chance to meet new people. Along with this, it also ensures that students have access to good public transport links as well as everything else that you would expect from a city centre.

One thing to definitely be aware of when renting a flat from a private landlord is that if something goes wrong with the flat it might take a long time to get it resolved. Private landlords can be notoriously tricky to deal with and slow to get problems solved. Another huge consideration to make is bills – at Scape, your electricity and bills are all included so you can use what power you need and control your room temperate to make your space comfortable for you and will not cost you extra. Whereas in your own place you might be shocked with really high energy bills.

Halls of Residence

For those who are working with a tighter budget then the Halls of Residence is a great option. The University of Surrey has a great choice of accommodation and rooms for students.

Residents will be able to access everything they want or need. Whether it is bars or clubs, shops or restaurants, they won’t have any problem getting out and about meeting fellow students. The benefit of Halls of Residence is the price point and the social aspect, but they are often older buildings and have less facilities (or none at all!).

Moving to university and maybe England for the first time is a nerve wrecking experience. But we are here to try and make this transition from life at home to life in a new city or country, as fun and smooth as we can for you. We have several articles on our blog to help students acclimatise to life here and to help focus you on what you need to do to prepare for this big move.

Where you live is important, but the good news is, there are plenty of options available to you in and around Guildford – you just need to weigh up what is most important to you and your experience at university and go for it. Good luck!