Drapery Place, London

Unite Students Drapery Place is a modern student accommodation in London, home to 617 students. Located at Leman St, E1 8EU, in Central London, Drapery Place​ is perfectly nestled close to the iconic Tower of London, creative Brick Lane, and buzzing Spitalfields Market. Ideal for students to live, it is a 7-minute walk from London Metropolitan University Aldgate Campus and Nottingham Trent University London Campus. With Aldgate/Aldgate East Tube Stations at the doorstep, you can get to Bells English, UCL, KCL, and Queen Mary University in several minutes. Drapery Place London offers ​Studios, En-suites, and Twin Studios to students, tailored to different needs and budgets. We also provide a study room, an on-site gym, a dance studio, and a common room with a pool and foosball. Living in Drapery Place London, every day blends convenience, connection, and a dash of adventure. 

What Room Types are Available at Unite Students Drapery Place?

Unite Students Drapery Place offers a variety of room options to 617 students to cater to different preferences, including Studios, En-suites, and Twin Studios. You can choose from the Classic and Premium Range grades according to your budget. Studios are ideal for students who prefer to spend quality time alone, including a bedroom, a kitchenette, and a private bathroom all in one room. If you want to share your room with a friend or a couple, our Twin Studios must be the most suitable. A Twin Studio lets you share a bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette together. The En-suites can meet these 2 kinds of needs at the same time, with an en-suite bathroom, and shared kitchen and living room. Drapery Place London covers all utility bills, including heating, water, electricity, Wi-Fi, and ultrafast broadband, so you don't need to worry about hidden fees. Just as Drapery Place London reviews​ say, "The room is very clean, and the facilities are perfect and easy to use."

What Amenities does Drapery Place Offer?

Drapery Place London provides many modern amenities for students, such as a gym, a communal study space, a common area, and a laundry room. 

• Gym & Dance Studio: Stay fit or dance like nobody's watching


• Common Areas: Equipped with comfortable seating and activities such as a pool or foosball


• Communal Study Space: Hit the books 


• Bike Storage: Easy access for cycling around town


• Laundry: Get your washing done on-site


• Vending Machine: Grab a drink or snack anytime


• Recycling: Keep it green


• Outdoor Social Space: Soak up the sun in the outdoor chill spot


• Safety & Security: Sleep soundly with CCTV, 24/7 assistance, contents insurance, and secure access

What's Nearby Drapery Place London?

Drapery Place student accommodation is located in the Aldgate area of East London. At Unite Drapery Place London, you're steps from many restaurants, snack bars, supermarkets, and famous universities. The must-visit Tower of London is also practically on your doorstep. Ideal for fitness lovers to live, the accommodation is a stone's away from Anytime Fitness and URBAN FITNESS.

1. Nearby Universities

Perfect for international students settling in, Drapery Place London student accommodation offers easy access to many famous universities, like London Metropolitan University Aldgate, Nottingham Trent University London, and Coventry University London.

• London Metropolitan University Aldgate: 7 minutes on foot


• Nottingham Trent University London: 7 minutes on foot


• Coventry University London: 15 minutes on foot


• Northumbria University London: 15 minutes on foot


• University College London: 17 minutes by tube


• King's College London: 17 minutes by tube


• Queen Mary University of London: 17 minutes by tube


• Bells English: 24 minutes by tube

2. Iconic Areas

On weekends, residents can explore the nearby popular areas and better experience British culture.

• Brick Lane: (17 minutes on foot) Hunt for vintage treasures and discover incredible street art


• Shoreditch: (19 minutes on foot) Explore indie boutiques, quirky cafes, and buzzing bars


• Spitalfields: (12 minutes on foot) Feast on global street food at Spitalfields Market

3. Food & Shop

Aldgate boasts many delicious eateries and affordable supermarkets. When you want to dine out, step outside and you will find an array of restaurants close by, like Pizza Union and DanDan Aldgate East. Need groceries? You're literally downstairs from Chinese superstores (Tian Tian & YOYO) and Sainsbury's. Tesco, M&S, and a big Waitrose are just 6 minutes away. 

• Pizza Union: (2 minutes on foot) Grab a pizza


• DanDan: (2 minutes on foot) Try the Chinese noodles


• La Dolce Vita Café: (2 minutes on foot) Start your day with a caffeinated pick-me-up


• Tesco & M&S: (6 minutes on foot) Buy essentials

How Can You Commute from Drapery Place Student Accommodation?

Getting around London couldn't be easier from Unite Students Drapery Place apartment! Aldgate and Aldgate East tube stations are just a 4-minute stroll away. Wherever you need to go, whether it's university or urban adventures, you're brilliantly connected. Plus, hop on a bus in seconds with Leman Street (Stop OH) and Mansell Street (Stop S) bus stops literally on the doorstep of Drapery Place, London, as another transport option.