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Student Accommodation in Cardiff City Centre, Cardiff

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Accommodation in Cardiff city centre is the choice of many students. The city centre is full of lively shopping malls and stadiums, fine dining cafes are everywhere, and the best pubs are just a few steps away. It's easy to get around with frequent public transport, so you can quickly get to any part of the city, whether the docks or schools.

As a professional student flat rental platform, uhomes.com guarantees that each of our flats in Cardiff city centre are tailor-made for students. With uhomes.com, you don't have to spend a cent more than you have to, and you get all the services you need in one step the moment you book your room. You don't have to pay for utilities as this is included in the rent. You don't have to go out and spend your money on gym memberships either, as our student flats in Cardiff city centre have them. If you want to see the details of our apartments in Cardiff city centre, you can check them out on our live viewing service or our VR viewing service. Any questions can be directed to one of our Lettings Advisors, who will patiently answer all your queries.

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Vita Student Park Place

Park Place, Cardiff CF10 3FH, United Kingdom

0.24 mi from Cardiff University

6 min

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Student Accommodation No Service Fee AY '25 Booking Parcels collect Bills included Breakfast included 24 hours security Walk to school Near supermarket Near park
4.6(72)
Up to £160 cashback
From £269
£266/week
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Crown Place Cardiff

1-6 St Andrew's Place Cathays, Cardiff CF10 3BE, United Kingdom

0.19 mi from Cardiff University

6 min

2 min

6 min

2 min

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Student Accommodation No Deposit No Service Fee AY '25 Booking Parcels collect Bills included Walk to school Gym Elevator
4.7(69)
Up to £440 cashback
From £184
£176/week
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Eclipse, Cardiff

Newport Road Lane, Cardiff CF24 0SP, United Kingdom

0.61 mi from Cardiff University

19 min

6 min

16 min

7 min

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Verified Student Accommodation No Service Fee AY '25 Booking Parcels collect Bills included Walk to school Near Shopping Center Karaoke Room Gym Elevator
4.5(41)
Up to £660 cashback
From £171
£168/week
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Canvas Cardiff The Parade

35 The Parade, Cardiff CF24 3AD, United Kingdom

0.55 mi from Cardiff University

20 min

6 min

20 min

7 min

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Student Accommodation No Service Fee AY '25 Waitlist Bills included 24 hours security Gym Elevator Parcels collect
4.0(3)
Up to £550 cashback
From £179
£169/week
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City Heights – Cardiff

199-209 City Road, Cardiff CF24 3JR, United Kingdom

0.47 mi from Cardiff University

19 min

5 min

19 min

5 min

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Student Accommodation No Service Fee AY '25 Booking Near railway station Walk to school Near supermarket Near bus station Parcels collect Bills included Gym
4.9(9)
Up to £50 cashback
From £225
£224.02/week
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Windsor House

Windsor Lane, Cardiff CF10 3DE, United Kingdom

0.80 mi from Cardiff business School

20 min

7 min

20 min

6 min

Student Accommodation No Service Fee AY '25 Booking Near supermarket Near bus station Parcels collect Bills included Gym Elevator Short lease
5.0(11)
Up to £160 cashback
From £211
£208/week
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Cambrian Point

Maindy Road, Cardiff CF24 4HJ, United Kingdom

0.72 mi from Cardiff University

21 min

6 min

21 min

5 min

Verified Student Accommodation No Service Fee 25/26 AY Refurbishment Work AY '25 Booking Walk to school Near supermarket Parcels collect Bills included Elevator Short lease
4.6(101)
Up to £80 cashback
From £174
£173/week
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West Wing

Glossop Rd Adamsdown, Cardiff CF24 0JU, United Kingdom

0.67 mi from Cardiff University

20 min

6 min

20 min

7 min

Student Accommodation No Service Fee AY '25 Booking 24 hours security Parcels collect Bills included Gym Elevator Near bus station Near supermarket
4.7(84)
Up to £380 cashback
From £180
£179/week
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Adam Street Gardens

Adam Street, Cardiff CF24 2FL, United Kingdom

0.70 mi from Cardiff University

20 min

7 min

20 min

6 min

Student Accommodation No Service Fee 25/26 AY Cladding work AY '25 Booking Bills included Gym Short lease
3.8(4)
Up to £30 cashback
From £199
£198.41/week
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The Fitzalan

Newport Rd, Cardiff CF24 0AN, United Kingdom

0.49 mi from Cardiff University

14 min

4 min

12 min

4 min

Student Accommodation No Service Fee AY '25 Booking Walk to school Near bus station Parcels collect Bills included 24 hours security Gym Elevator
4.5(2)
Up to £290 cashback
From £195
£190/week
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Bridge Street Exchange

Bridge St, Cardiff CF10 2TJ, United Kingdom

0.53 mi from Cardiff University

14 min

7 min

14 min

10 min

Student Accommodation No Service Fee AY '25 Booking Double Occupancy(Free) Parcels collect Bills included Walk to school Near supermarket Gym Elevator
4.8(160)
Up to £360 cashback
From £190
£183/week
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Zenith

Herbert Street, Cardiff CF10 4DG, United Kingdom

0.80 mi from Cardiff University

23 min

11 min

23 min

9 min

Student Accommodation No Service Fee AY '25 Booking Bills included Gym Parcels collect Elevator
4.8(24)
Up to £50 cashback
From £205
£204.02/week
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Student Accommodation in Cardiff City Centre, Cardiff

Student Accommodation in Cardiff City Centre

Living in accommodation in Cardiff city centre has many benefits, such as enjoying the city centre's excellent transport links, the city's newest and most popular shops, restaurants and bars, convenience stores and banks everywhere, and much more. Many people want to live in the city centre, so finding a comfortable and cheap rooms in Cardiff city centre is complex and takes work. uhomes.com is dedicated to finding you the best flats in Cardiff city centre; no matter what type of flat you are looking for, you can find it on uhomes.com. Students from Cardiff University and Cardiff Metropolitan University choose their accommodation here because the city centre buses run frequently and you don't have to wait more than ten minutes. The flats to rent in Cardiff city centre are modern, stylish, and popular with the young student crowd. We have ensuites and non-suites if you are on a budget or want to experience living with a roommate. Studios and multi-bedroom flats are also available if you prefer privacy or want more space. For many years, uhomes.com has focused on improving the quality of life for every student; we believe that living in a comfortable student flat is a right, not a privilege. These private student flats in Cardiff city centre are fully equipped with high-quality amenities such as high-speed Wifi, 24-hour security, study space and thoughtful communal facilities. Bridge Street Exchange, Ty Pont Haearn, Adam Street Gardens and The Fitzalan are uhomes.com's recommended student flats in Cardiff city centre.

About Cardiff City Centre

Cardiff city centre is located in the south-east of Cardiff, where you can easily reach the beaches and the marina. It is home to the Millennium Stadium, which hosts various passionate sporting events and musical performances annually. You can see the famous Queen's Arcade from the National Museum of Cardiff to the St David's Shopping Centre and find many great food and antique shops inside. Cardiff Central Railway Station is also located in the city centre, so you can get between your student accommodation in Cardiff city centre and the station quickly if you're setting off or returning to Cardiff from a trip. The Cardiff Royal Academy of Music brings a lot of artistic flair to the city centre. Cardiff city centre is not only a centre for business and entertainment; you'll also find ample green space here in Bute Park. Many UK city centres rarely get close to nature, but in Cardiff you have very much. You can jog in Bute Park or walk along the River Taff when you want to exercise or relax. You have so much to do in the lively Cardiff city centre, where students spend most of their time after school.

Vibrant, historic, and modern glamour, Cardiff is home to several student residence halls. These accommodations in Cardiff city centre appeal to students because they offer quality and convenient living, as well as everything that young people love.

Best Student Accommodation in Cardiff City Centre

Want to find the best student accommodation in Cardiff city centre? The best doesn't have to be the most expensive, but it does have to be the most comfortable. We fully understand what the best halls of residence for students look like: well-equipped, safe and secure, with after-sales service in place, as well as affordable prices. Here are our best Cardiff city centre accommodation:

  1. Crown Place Cardiff
  2. Northgate House Apartments
  3. Ty Pont Haearn
  4. Zenith-Cardiff
  5. Adam Street Gardens
  6. The Fitzalan
  7. residence near 11, Park Place
  8. The Bakery
  9. The West Wing
  10. City Heights-Cardiff

Cost of Living in Cardiff City Centre

It's essential to calculate your living expenses when living on your own, so we've given some of the costs of living in Cardiff city centre for students to refer to so you can better manage your money. It has been calculated that an average student's expenditure for a week in Cardiff city centre would be around £400. This figure varies depending on each person's spending level, and below are details of the various expenses:

  1. Accommodation in Cardiff city centre: £100-200
  2. Food: £50-100
  3. Transport: £55 (for monthly pass bus)
  4. Clothing: £20
  5. Mobile phone: £10

 

Transport in Cardiff City Centre

  • Bus: Bus stops in the city centre are clustered around Queen Street, and it takes just 15 minutes to get to Cardiff University by bus for students who live in an accommodation in Cardiff city centre. A single bus ticket costs £2.60, and a monthly pass costs £55.
  • Train: Train services connect key locations in and around the city. Cardiff's main railway stations include Cardiff Central and Cardiff Queen Street, connecting nearby towns, cities, and the wider UK. Cardiff has four main stations that are easy to navigate: Cardiff Central, Cardiff Queen Street, Cathays (The closest station to many Cardiff University buildings) and Grangetown. If you live in flats in Cardiff city centre, it's just a few minute walk from Cardiff Central Railway Station.
  • Cycling: Cycling is the most efficient and convenient way for a city as sophisticated and compact as Cardiff. Cardiff's bike-sharing scheme, Next Bikes, offers a healthy and environmentally friendly way to get around. Our Cardiff city centre accommodation have the bike storage service, so you can use your bike without worrying. Numerous hire stations throughout the city make it easy to pick up and return bikes. The city has dedicated cycle lanes and cycle-friendly routes to ensure cyclists travel safely. The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and Cardiff University is a five-minute cycle ride away. 
  • Subway: Trains are a quick option to reach various destinations in and around the city. Cardiff's South Wales Metro metro project is under construction and expected to be completed by 2024.

Student Life in Cardiff City Centre

Although Cardiff, London, Manchester, and other metropolises can not match the city's prosperity, the tranquillity is not lost in the mood; novelty contains history, precisely the charm of this small seaside city. Cardiff city centre business district adjacent to Cardiff Castle, the streets of most of the buildings have retained the architectural appearance of the Victorian period; when you stroll in the business district, you can always feel the history of the precipitation of the city and the streets are lined with shops and shops of the Victorian period, which are still preserved. Notably, some of our accommodation in Cardiff city centre are within these Victorian houses. Although the road surface construction has been entirely modernised, the shops on both sides of the street still retain their Victorian appearance. You can feel the energy of the city centre's student population in this clever mix of classic and modern. The cosy cafes are filled with people studying and good friends chatting and socialising. The Botanist restaurant is filled with staggering greenery, lights, plants, and a piano that makes the restaurant very romantic and beautiful, and puts you in a good mood when you dine here. The food is also very tasty and popular among students. If you want to wander around, the arcades are the place to be. These beautiful arcades are of different lengths and widths. They are dotted with small shops, such as side shops, pubs, grocery shops, ready-to-wear clothes shops, shoe shops, piano shops, hairdressers, tattoo studios, etc., each with a unique character. If you're looking for food, Cardiff Market offers a wide range of international cuisine popular with the student community. Cineworld screens the latest films worldwide, and Utilita Arena Cardiff, which hosts a wide range of concerts and gigs, is also within easy reach. Cardiff city centre is home to a wide range of student accommodation, from simple and stylish 1b and 2b flats to affordable ensuites; you'll always find the professional student accommodation in Cardiff city centre that suits you best. It's not just about convenience; it's also about living a colourful life and having an experience you'll never forget.

Cardiff City Centre Tourist Attractions

Living in flats in Cardiff city centre and visiting these Cardiff attractions after school is excellent. These places will help you get to know the city and experience its charm and fun. Maybe you'll even find some hidden treasures.

  1. Cardiff Castle
  2. Principality Stadium
  3. National Museum Cardiff
  4. The Cardiff Market
  5. Wales Millennium Centre
  6. St David's Hall
  7. Castle Quater Arcades
  8. Museum of Cardiff
  9. Bute Park

 

FAQs on Student Housing in Cardiff City Centre, Cardiff

Is Cardiff city centre suit student to live?

Yes, Cardiff city centre is one of the most popular student living area. The city centre is the busiest part of the city, close to Cardiff University, with good security and many Cardiff city centre student flats nearby. Many popular restaurants, cafes and bars are located here, making it ideal for student life.

Is it safe to live in accommodations in Cardiff city centre?

Yes. The city centre is very safe compared to other areas. There is a lot of foot traffic and a lot of police officers on duty who are very concerned about policing this area. Our student flats in Cardiff city centre are equipped with 24-hour surveillance and security, so you don't have to worry about your safety. 

What are the hot spots in Cardiff city centre?

You can find countless restaurents and cafes in Queen's Arcade and delicate bountiques in St David's Shopping Centre. And of course, there's the landmark Millennium Stadium, which hosts many sporting events and performances.

How much is the rent for student accommodation in Cardiff City Centre?

The rent for student accommodation in Cardiff city centre is from £129-230 per week.

Living in Cardiff city centre, do I need to pay a doposit?

It depends. Some of the student accommodation in Cardiff city centre ask for deposit, and the amounts are between £100 and £200 while some are deposit free. You can find it out on our property details page, and our rental consultants will also let you know if you clicked to apply for a student accommodation in Cardiff city centre.

Do I have to pay the bills when renting a student accommodation in Cardiff City Centre?

No. You don't need to pay extra bills, because all the bills are included in the rent. But if you don't rent student accommodation in Cardiff city centre, you probably need to pay £100 monthly for the utilities. The difference here is that student flats can only be rented by students, whereas regular private flats can be rented by everyone.

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