Best Student Accommodation in Salamanca, Spain

The city of Salamanca is the capital of Salamanca province, located in northwestern Spain and part of the Castile and León region. Its history dates back to the Celtic era. It’s now known for its ornate sandstone architecture and for the Universidad de Salamanca. The university was founded in the 1100s and was the main intellectual centre in the 15th-16th centuries. The university now adds to the city’s glory with its student population. Also, the main university is considered to be the Oxford of Spain.

The University of Salamanca

• Casita has more than 150 accommodation near the University of Salamanca, 4 of which are within 20 minutes of the university.

• There are many bus stations near the university, including San Gregorio and Avda. Reyes de España.

• Some of the nearby attractions are Unamuno House Museum and Monumenta Salamanticae (Iglesia de San Millán)

Pontifical University of Salamanca:

• Casita has more than 150 accommodation near the Pontifical University of Salamanca, 2 of them are within 9 minutes from the university.

• Some of the bus stations near the university are La Gaceta and Pza. Poeta Iglesias.

• A must-see nearby place is Salamanca Cathedral

Is Salamanca good for students?

Salamanca is one of the best cities to study at in Europe. The city is close to the major city of Madrid and its cultural atmosphere is relatively untouched by the outside western influence. The city is small enough to move around it on foot, allowing you to gain an intimate understanding of the local landscape and culture. Thousands of students live in Salamanca and its university is considered to be the main landmark in the city.

How much does it cost to study at the University of Salamanca?

The University of Salamanca has affordable bachelor’s programs that cost less than 1,000 USD/year. The master’s degree costs an applicant about 3,000 USD per academic year. The university also has several scholarship programs.

How many students attend the University of Salamanca in 2020?

The University teaches about 30,000 students, and has been dubbed the ”Oxford of Spain”.

The whole city of Salamanca is considered to be like an open-air museum. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage. Historical monuments are everywhere, from the hallowed halls of the ancient university to its glorious cathedrals, and soul-inspiring convents. One of the must-see places is Plaza Mayor.  This public square is one of the grandest plazas in Spain. The buildings were begun in 1729 based on the designs of Alberto de Churriguera and completed in 1755. This square is one of the best places to visit in Salamanca to experience the city's nightlife. Another place to visit is the Catedral Nueva (New Cathedral). The New Cathedral is a monumental building that outshines the Old Cathedral in size and Gothic glory. Also, you should visit Casa de las Conchas (House of Shells), a Renaissance palace built in the 15th century. It was the residence of Talavera Maldonado, a Knight of the Order of Santiago. The most notable thing about the palace is the facade. Decorated with carvings of scallop shells, the symbol of mediaeval pilgrims travelling the Way of Saint James to Santiago de Compostela, the facade looks marvellous. Over three hundred shells sculpted from sandstone adorn the outer walls of the building.

Salamanca is not a big city and the majority of the places of interest are easily manageable on foot. However, the city has 13 bus lines, including night buses that tour the city connecting different areas of Salamanca. Also, there are taxis which are generally inexpensive. Expect to pay around €5-15 to get from one side of town to the other. For long trips, often the cheapest option is to go by coach. Lastly, you can rent a car. There are many companies that offer renting cars like Rental Cars.

Casita has several student accommodation in Salamanca as well as in many other cities in Spain. Some of these cities are Barcelona, Madrid, Albatera, Bilbao, and Granada.