Student Accommodation near Cardiff University

Securing the ideal Cardiff University accommodation can be easy with the university's central location in the city. With over 3,000 new students coming every year, the best housing options can also be filled up quickly. uhomes.com boasts a wide range of private Cardiff Uni halls, offering furnished rooms and modern amenities at reasonable prices for students to live in with comfort and convenience. From purpose-built student accommodations in popular areas like Cathays and Roath to private houses converted from Victorian buildings, and shared flats and apartments, all lifestyles and budgets will be settled at uhomes.com.

We offer the best Cardiff University housing from studios, en-suites, non en-suites, shared rooms, to 1-5B. Whether you're looking for a self-contained apartment for independent living, or enjoy community life in shared flats at an affordable price, uhomes.com has you covered. Our Cardiff Uni accommodation is specially designed to provide not only a place to stay, but also a feeling of being at home. The all-inclusive bills, covering water, electricity, gas and Internet, will ensure you live hassle-free. Each Cardiff University student accommodation is fully furnished with basic essentials, and stylish communal amenities such as study areas, game rooms, cinema rooms, gyms, courtyards, and more. With just a few clicks to use our strong filters, or simply contact our 1-on-1 professional expert to help you handle everything, securing the ideal room will be a breeze.

Our Cardiff University private accommodation benefits from a prime location that puts you within easy reach of your campus. Imagine getting out of bed and rushing to class within just a few minutes, bringing you the same convenience as living in university dorms. Many of these private halls are surrounded by green spaces like Bute Park and Gorsedd Gardens, perfect for an after-class stroll or picnic on weekends. Getting to the city centre will usually be a 10-minute walk or short bus, bringing all amenities the city has to offer at your doorstep. We come up with exclusive offers for the most popular student accommodation in Cardiff to help you get the best deals. Check Vita Student Park Place (8 min walk to campus, 13 min walk to city centre), Crown Place Cardiff (5 min walk to Cathay Campus, 12 min walk to city centre), and Eclipse Cardiff (21 min walk to campus, 10 min to city centre). Start your search early to secure the best room and deals!

Cardiff is the third oldest university in Wales, with a central location in the Welsh capital, United Kingdom. It was officially named Cardiff University in 2005, but its history dates back to 1883 when it was first established as the University College of South Wales and Monmouthshire. Now, it is the only Welsh member of the Russell Group Universities in the UK, but also home to two Nobel laureates and four heads of state or government.

Cardiff Uni is ranked 32nd in the UK by The Times University Guide 2025 and #181 in QS World University Rankings 2026. With 26 academic schools across 3 colleges, it offers more than 300 degree programs for every student to find a place. 90% of Cardiff University's research has been confirmed as world-leading or internationally excellent by the 2021 Research Excellence Framework. Among them, the humanities, the natural, physical, health, life, and social sciences, engineering and technology, and lifelong learning are its areas of expertise in research-led teaching. The university advocates a blend of established tradition and cutting-edge innovation. Cardiff University has long been recognised for its global community, reputation, and partnerships, with over 7,530 international students from 138 countries and agreements with more than 300 institutions around the world. Also, over 95% of its graduates are in work, further study or travelling within 6 months.

Cardiff University enjoys a capital city location with easy access to all city amenities and a wide range of student accommodation near Cardiff University. It is made up of two large campuses, Cathays Park and Heath Park. Cathays Park is the main campus where most of its academic buildings are located, with wide tree-lined avenues and elegant Portland stone buildings. Heath Park is the healthcare campus with four Academic Schools and the University Hospital of Wales. Both are situated north of the city centre, and Cathays Park Campus is located more centrally, with only a 20-minute walk to the city centre. Most students will choose to live in Cardiff University housing next to campus in areas like Cathays, Roath and Heath, or stay near the city centre with excellent transport links and easy access to various shopping centres, dining options, bars and pubs, sport and culture scenes.

The best Cardiff University accommodation brings a convenient location, stylish rooms, and modern amenities to suit students' needs. Finding suitable Cardiff Uni accommodation is crucial for students studying away from home. Our Cardiff University housing allows students to walk to school in just 5-15 minutes, thanks to its proximity to the campus, ensuring a close connection to campus life. uhomes.com also provides a wide selection of housing options for every student, whether you are looking for self-contained studios, luxury 1-bedroom apartments, affordable en-suites or shared flats, luxury private houses, or hotels near Cardiff University. All rooms are furnished with essentials, and you will also enjoy upscale communal facilities and service, including high-speed WiFi, spacious study and social areas, state-of-the-art gyms, laundry facilities, bike storage, courtyard, CCTV, and on-site teams. Just filter, select, and book, or simply tell us your need, securing the suitable Cardiff Uni accom will never be easier. Here is a list of the best student accommodations near Cardiff University:

1. Vita Student Park Place
   -Commute: 8 minutes on foot
   -Room Type: studio (from £242/week)
   -Features: Free weekday breakfast, free tea & coffee, superfast wifi, 24/7 onsite tea, private study room
2. Crown Place Cardiff
   -Commute: 5-minute walk from Cardiff University Cathay campus
   -Room Type: Ensuite (from £185/week), studio (from £247/week), 1B (from £412/week)
   -Features: two cinema rooms, a fitness suite, a games room, bike storage, a courtyard
3. Bridge Street Exchange
   -Commute: 16 minutes on foot
   -Room Type: Ensuite (from £179/week), studio (from £193/week)
   -Features: Courtyard, private dining room, karaoke room, gym, study spaces, security team
4. The Parade
   -Commute: 12 minutes on foot
   -Room Type: Ensuite (from £190/week), studio (from £190/week)
   -Features: Free WiFi, 24-hour team, study areas, social spaces, laundry room, gym, cinema
5. Eclipse
   -Commute: 6 minutes by bike
   -Room Type: Ensuite (from £201/week), studio (from £212/week), 1B (from 294/week)
   -Features: Private dining room, grab & go breakfast, party room, private cinema, gym, study facilities, karaoke room, 24-hour concierge, onsite supermarket
6. Windsor House
   -Commute: 10 minutes on foot
   -Room Type: Ensuite (from £184/week), studio (from £207/week)
   -Features: Management team, laundry, outside area, study room, cinema, bike storage, gym
7. Zenith Cardiff
   -Commute: 20 minutes walk
   -Room Type: Ensuite (from £198/week), studio (from £224/week)
   -Features: 100Mpbs free Wi-Fi, onsite gym, sky lounge, games room, cinema room, TV lounge, roof terrace
8. West Wing
   -Commute: 22 minutes walk
   -Room Type: Ensuite (from £179/week), studio (from £190/week), 1B (from 340/week)
   -Features: Multimedia lounge, social spaces, games room, free gym, study rooms, residence team, outdoor social space, security team
9. Cambrian Point
   -Commute: 10 minutes on foot
   -Room Type: Ensuite (from £169/week)
   -Features: outdoor social space, bike storage, laundry, vending machine, onsite service team
10. The Fitzalan
    -Commute: 16 minutes walk
    -Room Type: non ensuite (from £189/week), studio (from £216/week)
    -Features: On-site gym, cinema room, games room, dining room, library, 24-hour reception, fob entry access

To find cheap student accommodation near Cardiff University, you can explore shared housing options like en-suites, non-en-suites, and shared rooms, or consider living outside the city centre in affordable student areas such as Cathays, Roath, and Heath. uhomes.com offers a range of affordable Cardiff University student accommodations, starting from £146 per week. Most of our flats are bills included, so that students will not have to pay extra fees for water, electricity, gas, heat, and Internet. What's more, we also offer exclusive listings, exclusive offers, and high cashback for many Cardiff University housing options for students to save more money. Here is a list of our cheap Cardiff University accommodations:

1. The Bakery
2. Severn Point
3. Ty Pont Haearn
4. Howard Gardens
5. Clodien House
6. Alwyn Court
7. Cambrian Point
8. Eclipse
9. West Wing
10. Crown Place Cardiff

The best areas for Cardiff University accommodation are Cathays, Roath, Cardiff City Centre, and Heath, offering diverse housing options from purpose-built student accommodations to affordable house-shares. Cathay is where the main campus is located, and Heath is home to the healthcare campus; both are perfect choices for students who prefer to stay close to academic buildings. Roath enjoys proximity to both campuses and offers a more residential feel, and Cardiff City Centre is about a 20-minute walk to Cathay Campus and enjoys the best amenities. Here is a detailed breakdown of the best areas for Cardiff Uni housing:

1. Cathays

Cathays is the home to the main academic facilities of Cardiff University, making it the most popular area for students to settle in their Cardiff University housing. Due to the large student population, Cathays fosters a young community with vibrant nightlife, as well as a wide selection of restaurants, supermarkets, cafes, and pubs.

• Commute: 5-15 minutes on foot to Cathays Park campus, close to the Students' Union
• Affordability: Affordable with many shared houses and flats
• Features: close to both campus and city centre, popular student areas

2. Roath

Roath is next to Cathays, but still within walking distance to both Cathays Park and the Heath Park campus. This is an inner-city suburb, with plenty of shops, restaurants, and green spaces.

• Commute: 15-25 minutes on foot to Cathays Park, 25 minutes to Heath Park
• Affordability: Much more affordable than in the City Centre
• Features: more residential and quiet

3. Cardiff City Centre

Cardiff City Centre boasts everything from restaurants, markets, shopping centres to popular destinations. Choosing your Cardiff University accommodation here means whatever you need is right at your doorstep. Cardiff University is also not far from this area, just a distance for about a 15-minute bus trip.

• Commute: 15-minute bus
• Affordability: Higher cost than in Cathays and Roath
• Features: Best local amenities, convenient public transport

4. Heath

For students attending Cardiff University Heath Park Campus, Heath will be your first choice. This area enjoys a scenic view due to the existence of Heath Park, where you can go for a stroll or picnic with friends. Heath is also budget-friendly with a lot of shared Cardiff Uni accommodation, perfect for students seeking for a balance between budget and convenience.

• Commute: 10-20 minutes on foot to Heath Park campus
• Affordability: Affordable with various housing options
• Features: Convenient for students attending Heath Park campus, green spaces

Cardiff University provides 19 halls of residence near campuses with about a 3-35 minute walk to the main campus and a 5-50 minute walk to Heath Campus. Most of the rooms will be standard rooms with shared bathroom and kitchen spaces. You will usually share the flat with 3-11 students, but some flats will be shared with up to 27 students. Cardiff University dorms will bring you a strong sense of community and will usually be affordable.

• For Whom: Undergraduates with a firm offer and international postgraduates arriving in September who apply within certain deadlines.
• Late Applications: Clearing, Record of Prior Acceptance (RPA), and late applications will be processed on first-come, first-served basis.
• Location: Located next to campuses or across the city with a walking for 3-35 minutes to class.
• Costs: Prices range from £126 to £179 per week.
• Room Types: Studios, en-suites, and shared flats (3-27 students with shared bathrooms and kitchens).
• Others: Both part-catered and self-catered accommodation are available and facilities like Wi-Fi and laundry are provided.

Private accommodation near Cardiff University will bring students more housing options, more freedom and independence, better amenities, and flexibility compared to university dorms. Since Cardiff University halls of residence are all located outside the campus, opting for private ones might enable you to stay closer to campus. Also, off-campus housing becomes a necessity if you're looking for a room without a confirmed offer or for short stays. In brief, students who choose Cardiff University private accommodation with us will benefit from:

• Full control over which room and how many people to live with.
• The same proximity to campus is within walking distance.
• Furnished room, and all-inclusive bills with no hidden costs.
• Top amenities including gyms, cinema rooms, games area, courtyard, free breakfast, and more.
• Basic facilities for convenient life such as free WiFi, study areas, laundry facilities, bike storage, etc.
• Security measures from CCTV and key fob entry to security team and onsite management team.
• Flexible lease term options designed for interships, exchange year, summer camps, and holidays.
• Easy to cancel if you do not get Visa or university place.
• 24/7 assistance to get the perfect place for you based on your needs.
• Exclusive listings and offers that you can only enjoy with uhomes.com.

On average, the cost of living for students attending Cardiff University is around £1,000 to £1,400 per month, including accommodation, food, transportation, study and entertainment costs. As the capital of Wales, Cardiff is actually affordable for students compared with other major cities. For students who want to plan budgets in advance, here are the detailed costs:

• Cardiff University accommodation: £600-1,000 per month
• Food and Groceries: £200 per month
• Study Costs: £20 per month
• Transport: £50 per month
• Leisure: £ 100 per month
• Clothes: £30 per month

Cardiff University campuses are well served by local and national bus, coach, and rail services such as Cardiff Bus and Transport for Wales (TfW). With a central location in the heart of the city, the campus is also reachable by cycling or walking, with many student apartments nearby. Here is a detailed guide for new students to get to know how to navigate around Cardiff University:

1. Bus: Bus lines that stop near Cardiff University include 132, 21, 27, 30, 44. The nearest bus stop to Cardiff University include Cardiff University, College Road RK, Cathays, Cardiff University Park Place. Buses run frequently from early morning to late night. If you are a student between the ages 16 - 21, make sure you apply for a travel pass that gives you almost 30% off bus travel in Wales.
2. Train: Cardiff University main campus is a 13-minute walk to Cardiff Central, the hub for the train network in Cardiff. Cardiff Queen Street station is about a 10-minute walk to School of Engineering, McKenzie House, Eastgate House, Senghennydd Court, Senghennydd Hall, Gordon Hall. Cathays station is about a 15-20 minute walk to other university buildings at Cathays Park. For Heath Park campus, getting to Heath Low Level and Heath High Level station is a 20-minute walk. A 18 Saver Railcard gives a 50% discount on standard fares to 18-year-olds, and the Student Railcard provides a 34% discount.
3. Bike: Cycling is a healthy, green and fun way to travel around the city and is popular with students. Cardiff also has dedicated bike lanes and paths, and many Cardiff University housing also provides bike storage service. If you do not own a bicycle, OVO Bike organized by NextBike is in a partnership with Cardiff University to provide a discounted bicycle renting service to its students.
4. Walk: Walking to lectures is possible if you choose a Cardiff Uni accommodation near campus. There are many housing options that are within a 20-minute walk from the Cathays Park campus and a 10-minute walk to the city centre.
5. Coach: Every year, Cardiff University offers a free coach collection service for new international students. It's a fantastic way to get to the campus without any hassle. Also, Cardiff is well served by National Express, Megabus and Greyhound Express, providing services to and from other major towns and cities.

Life at Cardiff University has a strong community feel. From socials to study support, you'll connect with your classmates and staff and find a new city to call home. Cardiff University has one of the biggest, best, and most active student unions in the UK; you are bound to enjoy your student life during your time at Cardiff University. The Students' Union has several on-site facilities, including a number of food outlets, shops, a bookshop, a student letting agency, a nightclub, a pub, a hairdressing salon, and even a bank. There are also over 200 societies for students to get involved with, and you will always find something to do.

Cardiff Uni also provides a gateway to explore the capital city, which is located close to central Cardiff. The Cathays area is filled with a vibrant student community, where you will find various popular bars and restaurants along City Road. The Bute Park sits just near campus and is a popular place for students to go on picnics. The magnificent Cardiff Castle sits in the heart of the city centre, blending Roman and Norman history with fairytale Victorian Gothic Revival architecture. The nearby Museum of Cardiff shows visitors the city's past through fascinating exhibitions and interactive displays. Besides, vibrant nightlife can be found at Rozy Lanes on Queen Street, which offers various activities and unique drinks. Do not worry about getting too late, our Cardiff University accommodation with a prime location will ensure you easy access to get home.

As a vibrant city in the heart of Wales, Cardiff is a treasure trove of historic landmarks and modern attractions. Students can also spend their time after school looking for the various tourist attractions in Cardiff. Many popular attractions are located close to Cardiff Uni accommodation, students can easily walk, bike, or take a bus to get there. Here are the best tourist attractions near Cardiff University:

• Cardiff Castle
• Cardiff Bay
• National Museums Cardiff
• Bute Park
• St Fagan's National History Museum
• Wales Millennium Centre
• Techniquest
• Llandaff Cathedral

Cardiff University has 26 academic schools across three colleges, providing more than 300 degree programs. Many Cardiff Uni Courses are popular among students and enjoy world-leading levels. The 9 subjects that ranked top 10 according to The Complete University Guide 2025 are:

• Celtic Studies
• Counselling, Psychotherapy & Occupational Therapy
• Optometry, Ophthalmics & Orthoptics
• Dentistry
• Architecture
• Pharmacology & Pharmacy
• Communication & Media Studies
• Asian Studies
• Psychology