Islington Residence Accommodation - External
Islington Residence Accommodation - Reception
Islington Residence Accommodation - Common Room
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Islington Residence Accommodation - Studio
Islington Residence Accommodation - Classic Accessible Studio
Islington Residence Accommodation - Classic Studio Bedroom
Islington Residence Accommodation - Classic Studio
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Islington Residence Accommodation - Classic Accessible Studio Bathroom
Islington Residence Accommodation - Classic Studio Bathroom
Islington Residence (Student Living Heights)
- Located just two minutes from City University, in the heart of Islington, this residence is just a couple of minutes walk from Angel Station in Zone 1. This stylish residence was purpose-built for students and offers over 136 studios all with en-suite bathrooms for students. Facilities on-site include social areas, bike storage and Wi-Fi in every room and throughout the building. All bedrooms are studios with built-in kitchenettes, three-quarter sized beds and private en-suite bathrooms.
- Within the residence, you will find a number of social areas, bike storage, fully-equipped laundrette and Wi-Fi in every room and throughout the building. There are all the usual extras you might expect, such as 24-hour reception/security teams and on-site maintenance.
Location
Located between City University and Zone 1 Angel Station, this residence is in the perfect location for local shopping, entertainment, restaurant’s and nightlife so you’ll never be far from the action!
The residence’s Central London location offers fantastic transport links, meaning you can easily travel anywhere in London. In less than 20 minutes you can be in Leicester Square with it’s West End theatres, as well as nearby Soho for nightlife and Covent Garden for pubs and clubs, so you are ideally-located to experience the best nightlife and entertainment in Central London.
In the opposite direction you have Hoxton, the famous Brick Lane with its legendary curry houses and Spitalfields markets where you can find vintage jewellery, boutiques, restaurants and traditional British market stalls.
Features
The residence is made up of 136 purpose-built studios all with en-suite bathrooms. Each studio contains a comfortable three-quarter sized bed, your own desk and Wi-Fi connected work space. The rooms are at least 13m² in size, and many are actually larger.
There is plenty of storage space, as each room is fitted with a large wardrobe, desk study area and shelves. You will have your own kitchenette in your studio so you can cook in your room.
The common room is perfect for socialising and making new friends. There is Wi-Fi in every room, plenty of vending machines throughout the building offering snacks and drinks, laundry services, bike storage, and on-site security and maintenance.
What's Included
- Basic Contents Insurance
- Bills Included
- CCTV
- Cleaning Service
- Common Room
- Cooking Facilities
- Cycle Storage
- Laundry Facilities
- Library Study Area
- Maintenance Team
- On-site Security
- Secure Door Entry
- Table Tennis
- Vending Machines
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Wi-Fi
Room Pricing & Availability
The Islington residence offers a wide range of studios.
More details below:
Islington - Single Studio - Short Stay
This is a single en-suite studio measuring from around 12m²-15m². The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a large wardrobe and under-bed storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 10 Aug 2018 - 07 Sep 2018
Price From: £339 per week
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Islington - Classic Studio - 40 weeks
This is a single en-suite studio measuring from around 12m²-15m². The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a large wardrobe and under-bed storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 15 Sep 2018 - 15 Sep 2018
Price From: £310 per week
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Islington - Classic Studio - 51 weeks
This is a single en-suite studio measuring from around 12m²-15m². The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a large wardrobe and under-bed storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 15 Sep 2018 - 15 Sep 2018
Price From: £308 per week
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Islington - Premium Range 1 Studio - 40 weeks
This is a single en-suite studio measuring from around 13m²-16m². The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a build in study desk and a private bathroom, as well as a large wardrobe and under-bed storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 15 Sep 2018 - 15 Sep 2018
Price From: £334 per week
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Islington - Premium Range 1 Studio - 51 weeks
This is a single en-suite studio measuring from around 13m²-16m². The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a build in study desk and a private bathroom, as well as a large wardrobe and under-bed storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 15 Sep 2018 - 15 Sep 2018
Price From: £328 per week
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Islington - Basic Studio
This is a single en-suite studio measuring from around 12m²-15m². The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a large wardrobe and under-bed storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 07 Apr 2018 - 07 Sep 2019
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Islington - Classic Accessible Studio
This is a single en-suite studio measuring from around 12m²-15m². The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a large wardrobe and under-bed storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building. This room is wheelchair accessible.
Available from: 07 Apr 2018 - 07 Sep 2019
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I select my room?
You can select the type of room you stay in.
However, you cannot request specific details such as what floor the room is on or who your flatmates are, as the rooms are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
If you do have a special request, please let us know and we will do our best to help you.
Can I view this residence prior to booking?
If you are staying for 12 weeks or longer, we will be happy to request an appointment with the residence team for you to view the residence.
Unfortunately, we are not able to provide viewings for stays under 12 weeks.
Can I smoke in the residence?
Smoking is not permitted in any indoor area in the UK. Please use the designated smoking areas found outside the residence.
Are pets allowed?
Unfortunately, no pets are permitted in any of our residences.
Where can I wash my clothes?
This residence offers dedicated laundry facilities where you can wash and dry your clothes.
Are bills included in the price?
Yes, all utility bills are included in the price of the room, including gas, electric and Wi-Fi internet.
Does this residence have internet?
Yes, there is wireless internet in every bedroom and throughout the building.
What’s the difference between Studio rooms and the Single En-Suite room types?
Both rooms have private en-suite bathrooms. The difference is that studios have cooking facilities within the room, while the single en suite rooms have access to a shared kitchen.
Is there a curfew?
No, there is no curfew. You will be living independently, you will have your own key and can come and go as you please.
Is there always a member of staff available?
Yes, the reception staff usually work during office hours Monday to Friday. However, when the reception is closed, there will always be a member of the customer service or security team on hand, either to assist you in person or for you to contact by telephone.
Can I stay in this residence if I am under 18?
Unfortunately, this residence is only available to students aged 18 or over.
On occasion, subject to management approval, an exception can be made for students who turn 18 during their stay.
Are there good transport links from the residence?
This residence is perfectly located in Central London. You are just a short walk from Angel station which is on the Northern Line.
There are bus routes connecting you with every corner of London. Just a few minutes from King’s Cross St. Pancras you could even spend the weekend in France or Belgium.
Is there cycle storage?
There are designated areas to safely store your bike.
Where can I cook?
Each studio contains a kitchenette allowing you to cook in your room. There are also plenty of places to eat nearby from take-aways to Michelin star restaurants.
What is included in the bathroom?
Bathrooms come with showers, basins, mirrors, toilets, towel rails and more.
Which London train stations are located near this residence?
Angel Underground Station – 5-minute walk
Farringdon Station – 19-minute walk
Barbican Station – 16-minute walk
Chancery Lane Underground Station – 23-minute walk
Old Street Station – 16-minute walk
Which London universities are located near this residence?
London City University – 6-minute walk
Hult International Business School – 23-minute walk
SOAS University of London – 31-minute walk
University College of London – 38-minute walk
London School of Economics – 32-minute walk
Which London language schools are located near this residence
Islington Centre for English – 7-minute walk
International House – 32-minute walk
British Study Centres – 28-minute walk
Delfin English School London – 27-minute walk
Malvern House – 14-minute walk
Which London tourist attractions are located near this residence?
Barbican Theatre – 20-minute walk
The British Library – 26-minute walk
Sadlers Wells Theatre – 4-minute walk
02 Academy Islington – 8-minute walk
Chapel Market – 9-minute walk
What they say
Really, we are very happy with our room at the residence. James in the residences team has helped us with all aspects of our booking and we would like to say, big thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!
Dmitriy and Maria, two students from Russia: Residence booking
“We have been working with London Homestays for over 5 years. With their support, we have managed to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction. We strongly recommend London Homestays to anyone who’s looking for quality, reliability and exceptional customer service.”
Alex Fernandes, Accommodation & Visa Compliance Manager, Malvern House London
“Having worked with them since 2013, I can state that London Homestays have always taken care to match our students with suitable host families. They have a very friendly yet professional approach to their work. Our students have enjoyed staying at their homestays. Overall, students say that their host families are attentive and welcoming.”
Carl Roberton, Principal, Stafford House School of English
“We at Burlington School have worked with London Homestays since 2014, and I professionally know the team since 2009 when I worked for another company in the education and accommodation industry. Having had the opportunity to work with London Homestays since the company started operations in London, all of the enquiries have been dealt with in a dedicated and timely manner, the team members are customer-oriented and always provide an exceptional accommodation experience to our students. I have no hesitation to recommend London Homestays as excellent accommodation providers and business partners.”
Eliane Tomasi, Accommodation & Welfare Officer, Burlington School
“LSC Stanton has been working with London Homestays since 2011 and we are very pleased with the quality of accommodation and service they give to us. We have a good relationship with the team and they are always on hand to deal with any last-minute requests.”
Nick Bray, Managing Director, London Study Centre
“Cooperation with London Homestays is always great! We highly appreciate proactive approach and effort to ensure the best possible services for our groups. We always had a great clean accommodation, friendly family and smart local organisers. Students of our groups were satisfied and they enjoyed staying in London very much. We would like to recommend this agency. The whole team is very kind.”
Miroslava Foltýnová, Owner, CK Bus Tours
“We offer internships in London to European students and looked for a reliable partner to provide accommodation to our candidates. We have been very happy with the services provided by London Homestays, as have our candidates, as they have always received quickly information on families, the possibility to book a room in a short delay and also a good quality of families. I would recommend without any doubt this agency. The team is very professional, efficient and friendly :). We hope to send new trainees soon!”
Stéphanie Frassanito, Program Manager, Work Overseas
“Our school from the Czech Republic has had great experiences with London Homestays. They are one of the only hosting agencies who would accept our very young guests (under 12). The host families were generally welcoming, kind, and accommodating. The service provided by the coordinator Kate O’Connor and other admin staff is second to none.”
Kate Powers, Vice Principal for English Studies, Sunny Canadian International School
My homestay host Debra transformed my stay into the most amazing experience of my whole life!
Florian, student from Belgium: Homestay booking in Zone 3
My stay with my host family makes my time at UK much more fun and exciting! Life is happening!
Bao, student from China: Homestay booking in Zone 4+
It was an amazing experience, I’ve found a new home where I feel as comfortable as I do in my own home!
Laura, student from France: Homestay booking in Zone 2
Shanghai Chelsea International Consulting (SCIC) has worked with Home from Home many times and they have provided a very professional service.
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