Skip to main content

Accommodation

Site search

Finding the right place to live

Accommodation

Heading to university is exciting. Finding the right place to live will get you off to a good start.

There are lots of options for you, both on and off campus so you can find a place that’s ideal for every stage of your studies.

If you choose to stay in university accommodation, you can use our portal to apply once you have accepted an offer to study with us. 

Undergraduate halls

In halls you’ll meet your fellow students, make friends and get into university life. We have a fantastic range of accommodation to suit a range of preferences and budgets.

New undergraduates who make us their firm choice and apply by our accommodation deadline are guaranteed an offer of a place in halls.

Catered halls

Enjoy freshly-prepared meals from your dining hall. Each catered hall also has a fridge and microwave for snacks and drinks.

Self-catered halls

Prefer to cook for yourself? These halls have shared kitchens where you can make your own meals.

Postgraduate halls

Staying in halls will keep you connected to wider university life, while helping you make friends with students at a similar stage of study. Whether you'll be taught primarily on our Egham campus or our London campus here are some options you might want to explore when looking for somewhere to live.

Self-catered halls (Egham)

For those of you who'll be taught primarily on our Egham campus, there’s a variety of accommodation available in our Halls, depending on your budget and preference.

Self-catered halls (London)

As part of the University of London, Royal Holloway has access to a small number of rooms in intercollegiate halls of residence in central London. With a limited number of places, intercollegiate accommodation is available on a first-come-first-served basis to full-time postgraduate students only.

More information

Click on the links below to find out more information about our accommodation.

Accommodation fees and contract dates

Find out about the contract dates and fees for each Hall band. Read more.

Accommodation policies, terms and conditions

Whilst you’re living in Halls, we want to ensure that it’s a pleasant and safe experience for everyone. It’s really important that you read the terms and conditions before you accept your accommodation offer. Read more.

Adapted accommodation

Find out about our adapted accommodation options.

Halls of Residence for other programmes

If you're looking for accommodation for students on the Study Abroad, International Foundation Year, International Exchange, Erasmus or Pre-sessional English Language Programme. Read more. 

Intercollegiate accommodation

Royal Holloway has access to a small number of rooms in intercollegiate halls of residence in central London that is available to postgraduate students only. Read more.

Private Sector accommodation

The Students' Union runs a Housesearch tool, which offers a great starting point if you're looking for accommodation in the private sector. Read more.

Student accommodation at the Royal Holloway International Study Centre
If you're an international student studying a university preparation programme, you can choose to live in University-managed accommodation or arrange your own rental accommodation. Find out more about the accommodation options available and how to book your room at the Royal Holloway International Study Centre.
 

Explore Royal Holloway

Scholarships

Get help paying for your studies at Royal Holloway through a range of scholarships and bursaries.

Clubs and societies

There are lots of exciting ways to get involved at Royal Holloway. Discover new interests and enjoy existing ones.

Accommodation

Heading to university is exciting. Finding the right place to live will get you off to a good start.

Support and wellbeing

Whether you need support with your health or practical advice on budgeting or finding part-time work, we can help.

Departments and schools

Discover more about our academic departments and schools.

Research Excellence Framework

Find out why Royal Holloway is in the top 25% of UK universities for research rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’.

Challenge-led research themes

Royal Holloway is a research intensive university and our academics collaborate across disciplines to achieve excellence.

Research institutes and centres

Discover world-class research at Royal Holloway.

Royal Holloway today

Discover more about who we are today, and our vision for the future.

Our history

Royal Holloway began as two pioneering colleges for the education of women in the 19th century, and their spirit lives on today.

Our alumni

We’ve played a role in thousands of careers, some of them particularly remarkable.

Governance

Find about our decision-making processes and the people who lead and manage Royal Holloway today.