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We love posting articles like these that celebrate the victories of our partners. One of our esteemed partners – Unite Students – has scaled new heights by acing their audit conducted by The British Safety Council. During this audit, it was concluded that Unite Students had all policies, procedures and arrangements relating to the control of COVID-19 within the workplace – a first in the UK PBSA market.
We’re proud of our association with Unite Students, and this just goes to show UniAcco’s commitment to partnering with only the best and brightest in the business. We’re confident that Unite Students’ keen attention to detail and emphasis on maintaining quality at all times, will win them more plaudits in the future. Here’s looking forward to a long and fruitful partnership! Congratulations once again, Unite Students.
To get an idea of why Unite Students aced their audit, just take a look at some of their most successful properties. Unite Students has taken every possible precaution to guarantee the safety of its residents, especially during these testing times.
London
1. Stratford ONE
Stratford ONE provides a spectacular view of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and the London Stadium. This student accommodation has a mammoth – 1,001 bedrooms – that come with their very own bathrooms. A true giant in the student accommodation space, Stratford ONE will cater to all your student living needs.
Location –
1 International Way, E20 1GS
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
Bike storage, vending machines, laundry, a common area, a cinema, outdoor social space, study space, CCTV security system, an on-site service system, contents insurance and maintenance support.
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2. Wellington Lodge
Ever dreamt of living close to the London Eye, the South Bank, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, and other iconic London sights? Well, with Wellington Lodge, you now can! Wellington Lodge gives emphasis to quality over quantity. That’s why you will find just 146 rooms but be assured of finding these stunning rooms fully furnished with the best and modern amenities.
Location –
268 Waterloo Road, SE1 8RQ
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
Bike storage, laundry, a common area, a terrace, a communal study area, WiFi, CCTV security system, contents insurance and maintenance support.
Nearest Universities –
Birmingham
1. Queens Hospital Close
Queens Hospital Close is located just 5-minutes away from the buzzing city centre that houses the city’s best bars, restaurants, cinemas and live music venues. If you plan on living with a friend, then their Two Bedroom Flat is your best bet. It comes with two bedrooms, a living room and a fully-equipped kitchen. Alternatively, their en-suite room comes with a bathroom, a communal kitchen and living space.
Location –
Bath Row, B15 1NH
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Two Bedroom Flats
Amenities –
CCTV security system, an on-site team, contents insurance, 24/7 assistance, WiFi, a common room, a communal study area, laundry, bike storage and even car parking.
Nearest Universities –
- Aston University
2. Mary Sturge
Mary Sturge is immensely popular among students due to its modern comforts and facilities. Two of the top universities in Birmingham, Aston University and Birmingham City University are just a few minutes away from this property. After a hectic day at university, you can make use of the pool table and table tennis to lift your spirits.
Location –
Aston Street, B4 7UJ
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- One Bed Flats
Amenities –
A pool table, a table tennis table, a common room, a study area, a laundry room, bike storage, vending machines, WiFi, CCTV security system, contents insurance and maintenance support.
Nearest Universities –
- Birmingham City University
- Aston University
Glasgow
1. Blackfriars
Blackfriars is a beautiful student accommodation that is within walking distance from the University of Strathclyde and Glasgow Caledonian University. Location is a huge asset for this student accommodation as Aldi supermarket, and the High Street rail station are just around the corner. You also have Merchant City nearby and Sauchiehall Street, that are really popular hotspots for students.
Location –
4 Blackfriars Road, G1 1QL
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
- One Bed Flats
Amenities –
A common room, a ping pong table, bike storage, vending machines, laundry facilities, car parking, outdoor social space, WiFi, CCTV security system, contents insurance and maintenance support.
Nearest Universities –
- University of Strathclyde
- Glasgow Caledonian University
2. Merchant City House
Formerly known as Liberty House, Merchant City House is located in the heart of Glasgow. Students who don’t mind sharing the kitchen and living area should go for the en-suite rooms. However, you really value your privacy and wish to have a kitchen that is completely yours, a studio room is your best option.
Location –
62 Queen Street, G1 1EB
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
CCTV security system, an on-site team, contents insurance, bike storage, vending machines, WiFi and laundry facilities.
Nearest Universities –
- University of Strathclyde
- Glasgow Caledonian University
Leicester
1. Liberty Park
Liberty Park has a great selection of en-suite and studio rooms. Irrespective of your room choice you can expect a bed, a coffee table, a breakfast bar and WiFi in every room. They also have a wide range of exciting communal amenities such as a large common room, which has its very own foosball, air hockey and pool tables, plus plenty of comfortable seating. There’s also a fully equipped gym for students who want to work on their summer bod.
Location –
101 Raw Dykes Road, LE2 7FP
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
Bike storage, a gym, vending machines, WiFi, laundry facilities, a common area, outdoor social space, CCTV security system, an on-site service team, contents insurance and 24/7 assistance.
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2. Castle Court
Location –
33 Castle Street, LE1 5WL
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
Amenities –
Bike storage, vending machines, laundry facilities, car parking, a common area, a cinema, a communal study space, WiFi, CCTV security system, an on-site service team, contents insurance and 24/7 assistance.
Nearest Universities –
- De Montfort University
Coventry
1. Queens Park House
Queens Park House, formerly known as Liberty Park, conveniently located just within a mile of the city centre. Coventry is a great city to kickstart your university journey; after all, it was named the UK City of Culture for 2021. Students can find dozens of high street shops, bars and restaurants around this property. If you are looking for some weekend relaxation, consider heading to the ice skating at Planet Ice.
Location –
Queens Road, CV1 3GX
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
Car parking, laundry facilities, vending machines, bike storage, WiFi, CCTV security system, an on-site service team, contents insurance and 24/7 assistance.
Nearest Universities –
- Coventry University
- University of Warwick
2. Raglan House
Raglan House is a low-rise complex spread across three accommodation blocks. The best part about living at this student accommodation is that you can practically walk to Coventry University! This student accommodation has many excellent facilities like a small common replete with a sofa, comfy chairs, and a TV, as well as table football.
Location –
Raglan Street, CV1 5QF
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
Outdoor social space, a common area, WiFi, CCTV security system, an on-site service team, contents insurance and 24/7 assistance, bike storage and laundry facilities.
Nearest Universities –
- Coventry University
Cardiff
1. Taff House
If you’ve dreamt of working on your university assignments while overlooking a beautiful river, then Taff House is your perfect accommodation. Sitting pretty on the banks of the River Taff, Taff House offers students a stunning range of en-suite rooms and studio rooms. No matter which room configuration you go for, you can expect a desk, WiFi, a full-length mirror, a bed, and so much more. Students can use the courtyard to take full advantage of the beautiful sunny Cardiff days.
Location –
Pendyris Street, CF11 6YY
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
WiFi, CCTV security system, an on-site service team, contents insurance and 24/7 assistance, bike storage and laundry facilities, heating, a common area, bike storage and laundry facilities.
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2. Adam Street Gardens
As much fun as it is staying in the comfortable en-suite or studio rooms, a big part of the living experience at Adam Street Gardens is making use of all the various communal amenities. Students can use the common room that has a foosball table or head over to the on-site gym that is free to use whenever they feel like. Make sure you use all these amenities to socialise and meet new people.
Location –
Adam Street, CF24 2FL
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
Bike storage, a gym, laundry facilities, a common room, a cinema, outdoor social space, communal study space, heating, WiFi, CCTV security system, an on-site service team, contents insurance and 24/7 assistance
Nearest Universities –
- Cardiff University
- University of South Wales
Liverpool
1. Moorfield
Moorfield is more than just your average student accommodation. Take some time out to explore Moorfield, and you’ll soon discover some fantastic areas to study or relax. The common room is designed to make students feel relaxed in-between intense studying sessions. Over here, you will find comfortable seats, a TV room and even a pool table.
Location –
29 Hatton Garden, L3 2EZ
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
Amenities –
CCTV security system, a common room, a pool table, car parking, a TV room, 24/7 assistance and heating
Nearest Universities –
2. Horizon Heights
This new student accommodation has taken Liverpool by storm ever since it was launched in 2019. Horizon Heights is located next to Liverpool Lime Street train station, in Liverpool’s buzzing Knowledge Quarter. Students have easy access to Liverpool’s world-class museums and galleries, the iconic Radio City Tower and even the St Johns Shopping Centre.
Location –
Skelhorne Street , L3 5LX
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
CCTV security system, contents insurance, maintenance support, an on-site service team, a common room, a communal study space, vending machines and bike storage.
Nearest Universities –
- University of Liverpool
- Liverpool John Moores University
Sheffield
1. St. Vincent’s Place
St. Vincent’s Place is a modern student accommodation that is very close to renowned universities like the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University. The common area at St. Vincent’s Place is very unique because at the centre of the complex is a beautifully-restored Victorian church. Besides this, there are sofas, a music room, table football, a cinema, pool and ping-pong tables, presentation and meeting spaces, and quiet study areas.
Location –
30 Hollis Croft, S1 4BA
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
Studio rooms
Amenities –
CCTV security system, contents insurance, maintenance support, an on-site service team, a common room, a cinema, outdoor social space, communal study space, bike storage, vending machines and laundry facilities.
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2. The Forge 2
The Forge 2 offers students an impressive range of rooms from en-suite rooms in shared flats to self-contained, private studios. The city centre is only a 15-minute walk from the property. For some last-minute grocery shopping, a large Aldi supermarket is conveniently located right across the road. For some great weekend entertainment, students can go to Bramall Lane stadium to watch the home team Sheffield United play some scintillating football.
Location –
Boston Street, S2 4QG
Room Types –
- En-suite room
- Studio room
Amenities –
A pool table, ping pong, touch football, bike storage, vending machines, laundry facilities, car parking, an on-site gym, a common area, a communal study space, outdoor social space, CCTV security system, contents insurance, maintenance support and an on-site service team.
Nearest Universities –
- Sheffield Hallam University
- University of Sheffield
Manchester
1. Piccadilly Point
Here at Piccadilly Point, students have two room types to choose from. Their en-suite rooms have private bathrooms and shared kitchens, whereas their studios are perfect if you prefer everything to be just for you. Getting around the city is easy as Manchester Piccadilly train station is just a minute away. You can also find many bus stops in the area.
Location –
23 Berry Street, M1 2AD
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
A common room, a gym, study spaces, bike storage, vending machines, laundry facilities, car parking, outdoor social space, WiFi, CCTV security system, contents insurance, maintenance support and an on-site service team.
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2. Bridgewater Heights
Bridgewater Heights is one of the best student accommodations in Manchester. Don’t take it from us, take it from the 520 students who already live here. There’s always something or the other happening at this student accommodation. You will find students enjoying themselves in the common room, playing pool, ping pong and foosball. There’s also a diverse range of restaurants, bars and cafes, which are all a short walk away.
Location –
Great Marlborough Street, M1 5NR
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
WiFi, CCTV security system, contents insurance, maintenance support and an on-site service team, bike storage, a gym, vending machines, a common area, communal study space and a cinema.
Nearest Universities –
- Manchester Metropolitan University
- University of Manchester.
Leeds
1. Sky Plaza
Ask us what makes Sky Plaza so special and we’ll tell you it’s the variety of room configurations they offer. Students can choose from en-suite rooms, studio rooms, one-bed flats and even two-bed flats. Famous universities such as Leeds Beckett University and the University of Leeds are only 15-minutes away from the property. One of the highlights of this student accommodation is the sky that comes with fully-equipped with free-weights and cardio machines.
Location –
Claypit Lane, LS2 8AR
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
- One Bed Flats
- Two Bed Flats
Amenities –
Laundry facilities, a gym, bike storage, vending machines, a common area, a cinema, outdoor social space, a communal study space, WiFi, CCTV security system, contents insurance, maintenance support and an on-site service team.
Nearest Universities –
- Leeds Beckett University
- University of Leeds
2. Concept Place
By living at Concept Place, you are close to famous universities like University of Leeds, Leeds Beckett University and Leeds Arts University. Close to 400 students call this place home, and you should too, considering the high-quality rooms, modern facilities and receptive staff. Students can unwind by playing ping pong, pool, or simply lounging in the comfortable sofas. Did we mention the all-you-can-drink free tea and coffee?
Location –
Park Lane, LS3 1DN
Room Types –
- En-suite rooms
- Studio rooms
Amenities –
A common area, a communal study space, WiFi, CCTV security system, contents insurance, maintenance support and an on-site service team.
Nearest Universities –
- University of Leeds
- Leeds Beckett University
- Leeds Arts University
