Kentish Town Residence is located less than two minutes walk from Kentish Town High Steet, and sits equidistant between the iconic Camden Town with its vibrant shopping and music scene and the calm tranquillity of Hamstead Heath.
Living in this residence will give you excellent access to the majority of the London universities. Being close to both Camden Town Station and Kentish Town Station means you can reach Russell Square, Bloomsbury and universities such as UCL, SOAS and University of the Arts in just 10 to 15 minutes.
The cosmopolitan area of Kentish Town is made famous by its abundance of award-winning traditional English pubs. Walk a few minutes to the south and you are in the heart of one of the most popular and fashionable areas of London, Camden. An area famous for its music venues, market and London Zoo. Walk a couple of minutes walk north and you are greeted by the fantastic views of the open green spaces of Parliament Hill, Hampstead Heath complete with its Lido offering retro, year-round outdoor poolside charm.
Kentish Town Residence offers spacious, bright and versatile studios and one-bedroom apartments. Each studio benefits from a private en suite bathroom, a study area, a large comfortable bed (twin facilities are available) and of course plenty of storage. In comparison to most student residences, the kitchen/living area in each studio is very large. You will have your own oven, hob, a fridge/freezer, a microwave and a breakfast bar.
All your bills, heating and electricity are included. The residence has on-site laundry facilities and a private courtyard with bike storage. There are reception and maintenance teams, 24-hour security with secure door entry systems and CCTV cameras. All to ensure you have a comfortable and safe stay.
The studios are available for both short and long stays and as they are so unusually large they are perfect for couples or friends who wish to stay together. There is Wi-Fi in every room and throughout the building.
The Kentish Town residence offers a range of studio room types.
More details below:
This is a single en-suite studio measuring around 24m². The room has a comfortable double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and plenty of storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 21 Aug 2022 - 04 Sep 2022
This is a single en-suite studio measuring around 24m². The room has a comfortable double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and plenty of 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 Aug 2021 - 04 Sep 2021
This is a single en-suite studio measuring around 24m². The room has a comfortable double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and plenty of storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 01 May 2021 - 04 Sep 2021
This is a single en-suite studio measuring around 24m². The room has a comfortable double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and plenty of storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 04 Jan 2020 - 04 Jan 2020
This is a single en-suite studio measuring around 24m². The room has a comfortable double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and plenty of storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 14 Nov 2020 - 04 Sep 2021
This is a single en-suite studio measuring around 28m². The room has a comfortable double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and plenty of 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 Aug 2021 - 04 Sep 2021
This is a single en-suite studio measuring around 28m². The room has a comfortable double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and plenty of storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 01 May 2021 - 04 Sep 2021
This is a single en-suite studio measuring around 28m². The room has a comfortable double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and plenty of storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 04 Jan 2020 - 04 Jan 2020
This is a single en-suite studio measuring around 28m². The room has a comfortable double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and plenty of storage. The studio is fully equipped with a private kitchenette. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 14 Nov 2020 - 04 Sep 2021
This is a single en-suite studio measuring around 36m². The room has a comfortable double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and plenty of 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 Aug 2021 - 04 Sep 2021
This is a single en-suite studio measuring around 50m². The room has a comfortable double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, as well as a wardrobe and plenty of 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 Aug 2021 - 04 Sep 2021
If you are booking for a full academic year 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 are booking for a shorter period e.g. a single semester or a summer stay, you will be allocated the room type (single studio, twin studio, single en suite etc) you have booked but the exact specification may be subject to availability. This can include the floor the room is located on, the direction the room is facing, if the room is classed as a standard, a club, a premium, an accessible, a premium accessible etc.
If you do have a special request, please let us know and we will do our best to help you.
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.
Smoking is not permitted in any indoor area in the UK. Please use the designated smoking areas found outside the residence.
Unfortunately, no pets are permitted in any of our residences.
This residence offers dedicated laundry facilities where you can wash and dry your clothes.
Yes, all utility bills are included in the price of the room, including gas, electric and Wi-Fi internet.
Yes, there is wireless internet in every bedroom and throughout the building.
Camden/Kentish Town is a lively area popular with students, young people and the young at heart. No matter what your interest is, you will not find difficult to fill your time here, from the bars and famous music venues to the art exhibitions to London Zoo, there is something for everyone here.
The Market is just a short walk away and is great for a coffee or a bite to eat.
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.
This residence offers various types of studios, the main difference being the size of the room. Please check room descriptions for further information or contact us if you have any questions.
No, there is no curfew. You will be living independently, you will have your own key and can come and go as you please.
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.
No, unfortunately, this residence is for students aged 18 or over.
University of London – 17-minute cycle
Regents University of London – 15-minute cycle
The Royal Veterinary College – 19-minute walk
Central St Martins – 26-minute walk
Malvern House College – 28-minute walk
Tti School of English – 18-minute walk
Camden Market – 10-minute walk
ZSL London Zoo – 18-minute walk
Electric Ballroom – 20-minute walk
The British Library – 25-minute walk
Primrose Hill – 18-minute walk
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 SchoolIt 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 2Shanghai Chelsea International Consulting (SCIC) has worked with Home from Home many times and they have provided a very professional service.
Chan Sen, Director at Shanghai Chelsea International Consulting