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Classic Ensuite
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
13 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
50 Weekly Stay
19 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
43 Weekly Stay
19 Sept 2026 - 17 Jul 2027
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£192 / Week
£250 Deposit
Deluxe Ensuite
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
13 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
50 Weekly Stay
19 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
43 Weekly Stay
19 Sept 2026 - 17 Jul 2027
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£196 / Week
£250 Deposit
Deluxe Ensuite Plus
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
16 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
50 Weekly Stay
19 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
43 Weekly Stay
19 Sept 2026 - 17 Jul 2027
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£201 / Week
£250 Deposit
Premium En-suite
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
13 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
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Booking Period
50 Weekly Stay
19 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
43 Weekly Stay
19 Sept 2026 - 17 Jul 2027
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£202 / Week
£250 Deposit
Premium Ensuite Plus
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
16 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
50 Weekly Stay
19 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
43 Weekly Stay
19 Sept 2026 - 17 Jul 2027
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£208 / Week
£250 Deposit
Classic Ensuite Plus
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
16 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
44 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 17 Jul 2027
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£201 / Week
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Standard Studio
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
20 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Single Occupancy
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
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£228 / Week
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Platinum Studio
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
20 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Single Occupancy
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
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£235 / Week
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Deluxe Studio
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
20 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Single Occupancy
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
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£242 / Week
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Classic Studio
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
20 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Single Occupancy
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
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£242 / Week
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Premium Studio
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
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Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
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£245 / Week
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Premium Plus Studio
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
24 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Single Occupancy
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
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£257 / Week
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Superior Studio
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
25 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Single Occupancy
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
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£259 / Week
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Superior Studio Plus
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
30 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Single Occupancy
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Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
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£269 / Week
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Prestige Studio
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
29 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Single Occupancy
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
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£288 / Week
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Located on Commercial Road in Portsmouth, Stanhope House is just 3 minutes by bus from the University of Portsmouth, with the University Library a 13-minute walk away and International College Portsmouth just a 6-minute walk away. But what really makes Stanhope House Portsmouth stand out is what you get beyond your student room. Challenge your friends in the snooker room or games room, watch Netflix in the Tiki Bar-style TV room, relax in the 70s lounge, or have a movie night in the cinema. There is also a full-size table tennis setup in the Wimbledon Room, an American Diner-style kitchen, a Library, Boardroom, Dressing Room and dedicated study spaces. All utility bills are included, every flat has a free-to-use washer/dryer, and students also get free PureGym membership, giving you plenty to enjoy without adding more to your monthly costs.
Portsmouth is a lively coastal city with plenty of shops, restaurants, pubs and entertainment close to the city centre. Stanhope House is right on Commercial Road, with Victoria Park only a 5-minute walk away and Portsmouth Harbour within walking distance. With major transport links, everyday essentials and places to eat and go out all nearby, you can easily explore more of the city between lectures and at weekends.
Address
Stanhope House, 91-95 Commercial Road, Portsmouth, PO1 1BQ
Transportation links near Stanhope House, Portsmouth
- Portsmouth & Southsea (Travel Terminus) — 1 min walk away
- City Shops South (Stop C) — 1 min walk away
- Station Street (Stand J) — 3 min walk away
- Portsmouth Harbour (Travel Terminus) — 19 min walk away
What room types are available at Stanhope House, Portsmouth
Stanhope House offers a wide range of student rooms, including Classic En Suite, Classic En Suite Plus, Deluxe En Suite, Deluxe En Suite Plus, Premium En Suite and Premium En Suite Plus. Students looking for more private living can choose from Standard Studio, Classic Studio, Deluxe Studio, Premium Studio, Premium Plus Studio, Superior Studio, Superior Studio Plus and Prestige Studio options.
Rent includes all utility bills, subject to a fair usage allowance, along with internet and Wi-Fi. Every flat has a free-to-use washer/dryer, while kitchens are fully fitted with an electric hob, fridge freezer and oven. Students can also use the snooker room, games room, cinema, Tiki Bar-style TV room, 70s lounge, Wimbledon Room, American Diner, Library, Boardroom, study rooms, Meeting Room and Dressing Room. Other services include parcel delivery support, an on-site maintenance team, a 24-hour on-site team, secure key-fob entry, 24-hour CCTV, secure cycle storage and personal contents insurance.
What is around Stanhope House, Portsmouth
Stanhope House is surrounded by shops, food spots, pubs and everyday essentials, with many of them just a few minutes away. This makes quick grocery runs, meals out and evening plans easy to fit around a busy student schedule.
Supermarkets: Having several shops nearby means you can grab a few essentials or do a full grocery run without travelling far. Sainsbury's Local, Student Choice and 7 DAYS MARKET are all just a 1-minute walk away. Iceland Supermarket Portsmouth is 2 minutes away, while Tesco Express is a 3-minute walk.
Restaurants: Nearby food spots are handy for those days when you want something quick instead of cooking. SoBe Burger Portsmouth is just 1 minute away, while Maritime Express Fish & Chips and Kango’s Gourmet Burger & Piri Piri Restaurant are both a 2-minute walk. Salt'n Pepper is 4 minutes away.
Pubs: Students have several nearby places for a drink or a relaxed evening with friends. Surrey Street is just a 1-minute walk away, Park Tavern is 2 minutes away, and The Royal Standard (Ruby's) is a 3-minute walk.
Parks and Pharmacy: Victoria Park is a 5-minute walk away when you want some fresh air or a break from studying. For medicines and everyday personal-care items, Lalys Pharmacy is 4 minutes away, and Boots Pharmacy is a 5-minute walk. ASDA Pharmacy is 14 minutes away.
Why do students love Stanhope House, Portsmouth?
Students love this student accommodation in Portsmouth because of its prime location and top modern amenities. Stanhope House Portsmouth offers more than just a place to sleep, with a huge collection of social, study and entertainment spaces under one roof. Students can relax in the Tiki Bar-style TV room or 70s lounge, play snooker or table tennis, use the cinema and games room, or get work done in the Library and study rooms. Add all-inclusive bills, a free-to-use washer/ dryer, a PureGym membership, and a location surrounded by shops, food, and transport, and you'll have plenty to make student life easier and more fun.
House Rules
- To secure your booking, the deposit is payable upon signing the tenancy agreement. If you do not pay the booking deposit within 7 days, we reserve the right to automatically release any room being held. Do contact the property manager as soon as possible in order to avoid the room being released to someone else.
- Once your booking is confirmed, a 14-day ‘cooling off period’ applies, during which you can cancel the booking for a full refund.
- If you decide to leave early, you remain responsible for the rent for the duration of your tenancy. However, if you are able to find a suitable replacement for your room, then the tenancy will be cancelled. In line with your tenancy agreement, refunds will only be given when a suitable replacement is found.
No Place, No Pay
- If your university or higher education institution withdraws your offer because you did not meet the required entry grades, you may cancel your Tenancy Agreement without incurring any charges.
- This policy applies only to students entering the first year of their course.
To proceed, you must submit a written request to cancel your booking and include: - A formal rejection letter from your chosen university or HEI, or a screenshot of your UCAS status clearly showing that the required grades were not achieved.
- This information must be provided within 72 hours of receiving confirmation from your institution.
- All cancellation requests must be sent to the property manager by 5th September 2026 for tenancies due to begin in September of that academic year.
- Please note that Wood Green Hall cancellation requests must be received by 15th August 2026.
- If you fail to provide the required evidence within the specified timeframe, you will remain liable for the rent for the full term of the contracted tenancy until another tenant acceptable to the property manager is found and the room can be re-let.
If the property manager receives the correct documentation within the stated period, then the property manager will cancel your agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full.
- Please note that only the following sites offer a No Place, No Pay policy:
- Redgate, Nottingham
- Sycamore House, Leeds
- Threadworks, Leeds
- Valerian, York
- Coppergate, Swansea
- Wood Green Hall, London
- Centro House, Stirling
- Riverside Quay, Stirling
- Carters Yard, Stirling
- St Peter’s Hall, Bournemouth
- Telephone House, Dundee
- Powis Place, Aberdeen
- East Shore, St Andrews
- Central Studios, London
No Visa, No Pay
- If your visa application to study in the United Kingdom is rejected, you may cancel your Tenancy Agreement without any financial penalty.
- To do so, you must notify the property manager in writing of your intention to cancel and provide official evidence of the visa refusal from the UK Home Office or relevant authority within 72 hours of the letter/correspondence date.
- All cancellation requests must be received no later than 5th September 2026 for tenancies starting in September of that academic year.
- Please note that Wood Green Hall cancellation requests must be received by 15th August 2026.
- If this confirmation is not received within the specified timeframe and your tenancy period has started, you will be liable for the rent from the start of the tenancy until another acceptable tenant is found, approved by the property manager, and the room can be re-let.
- If the property manager receives the correct documentation within the stated period, then the property manager will cancel your agreement and refund any deposit or advance rent paid in full.
- Please note, only the following sites offer a No Visa, No Pay policy:
- Redgate, Nottingham
- Sycamore House, Leeds
- Threadworks, Leeds
- Valerian, York
- Coppergate, Swansea
- Wood Green Hall, London
- Centro House, Stirling
- Riverside Quay, Stirling
- Carters Yard, Stirling
- St Peter’s Hall, Bournemouth
- Telephone House, Dundee
- Powis Place, Aberdeen
- East Shore, St Andrews
- Central Studios, London
Age Limitation
>= 18 years old
Education Requirement
Unlimited
PhD Permitted
Postgraduate
Undergraduate
Senior high
Nationality or Region
Unlimited nationality
To arrange an early check-in, please confirm by contacting the apartment directly or consulting UniAcco
No Pet
Smoking is not allowed
Payment info & policies
Booking Deposit:- £250 deposit is required to secure your room with the property
Instalment Plan:- 4 instalments or make a full payment.
Guarantor: UK based guarantor required.
Mode of Payment: Credit/Debit Card.
Yes, there are communal areas like the lounge and courtyard for students to relax and socialise.
Installments Plan
If booking date is after any rent installment due date, all prior rent must be paid in full at booking.
4 Installments Payment
Instalments
Due Date
Amount
1st Instalment
07 Aug 2026
4 weeks rent
2nd Instalment
15 Oct 2026
17 weeks rent
3rd Instalment
16 Jan 2027
20 weeks rent
4th Instalment
22 Apr 2027
10 weeks rent
This property needs a Uk Based GuarantorA guarantor is a person/entity who agrees to cover the student's rent or related charges if the student fails to meet their payment obligations during the stay.
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Mezzino understand that friends like to stay together. Therefore if you are applying as a group please: Make it clear on the application form of the names of your group; Size of apartment you require; Talk to your accommodation team early as many buildings sell out quickly. Then we will do the rest!
Many of our residents are returning students who just don't want to leave us. If you choose to stay for more than one year we often offer an early booking incentive. We can't prioritise when we're handing out rooms though, so apply as early as you can to improve your chances. And if you are staying we can give the rooms a thorough inspection, clean them and attend to any maintenance ready for when you return.
Rent is due the 7th of each month from August, nothing is due in September, and then the 7th of October through until the 7th of June.
As part of our Accommodation Team we employ several students at each of our sites to take on emergency call outs, post, administration support, student support duties. These roles are vital and contribute to forming a happy community at all our buildings. If you would like to become part of our Accommodation team, gain valuable experience and get paid to live at our building then forward a copy of your CV to your local Accommodation Manager who will be happy to provide a Job Description and remuneration details.
Great! Mezzino offers the opportunity for students to stay on over the summer. There are restrictions in terms of date and availability however if you speak with the local accommodation team they will advise you on availability and how you can book.
Stanhope House offers Studio and Ensuite rooms, providing options for privacy and shared living.
Yes, rent includes all essential utilities, such as water, electricity, and heating.
The student accommodation cost of Stanhope House, Portsmouth ranges from £192/week to £288/week depending on the room and stay period. UniAcco also offers Exclusive cashbacks, discounts on group bookings, and seasonal student housing offers. Contact UniAcco team for more details.
Yes, high-speed Wi-Fi is provided in every room, ensuring you stay connected for both study and leisure.
Stanhope House offers 24/7 CCTV, an electronic key fob entry system, and on-site staff for security and support.
Full-time students in the UK are exempt from Council Tax while staying at Stanhope House, Portsmouth. Council Tax is usually already exempt and included in your rent. If required, you can download a Council Tax Exemption Certificate from your university and submit it to your local council. If you’re unsure, your UniAcco property team can guide you through the process.
Stanhope House offers a gameroom, garden/courtyard, lounge area, study spaces, and a parcel receipt service.
Yes, there is 24/7 on-site staff available to assist with any issues or maintenance requests.
You are close to cultural and historical landmarks like the Spinnaker Tower, HMS Victory, and the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard.
"Stanhope House, Portsmouth student accommodation in Portsmouth offers a wide selection of modern room types for students, including Classic Ensuite, Deluxe Ensuite, Classic Ensuite Plus, Deluxe Ensuite Plus, Premium Ensuite, Premium Ensuite Plus, Standard Studio, Platinum Studio, Premium Studio, Deluxe Studio, Premium Plus Studio, Superior Studio, Superior Plus Studio, Prestige Studio, and Classic Studio. Each option is designed to provide comfort, privacy, and convenience, making it an ideal choice for students looking for high-quality accommodation."
Stanhope House, Portsmouth offers a range of apartment amenities, equipment cooking appliances, including Fridge, WiFi, Dining Room Dryer & many more. Contact your UniAcco agent for a full list of amenities.
Stanhope House, Portsmouth student accommodation features several amenities, including Communal Relaxing & Study Area, CCTV, Lounge Area, Gameroom, 24x7 Dedicated Support, and Cinema, creating a comfortable and engaging environment for residents. Students can explore and compare such accommodation options through UniAcco to find the best student living experience.
