Student Accommodation in Belfast
If you are looking for student accommodation in Belfast, don’t look further. We have everything you need at Casita. There are many options available near the most popular universities in Belfast. Also, we have filters to help you find what you are searching for easily. You can use the filters at the top of the page to search via facilities, prices, and even cancellation policy and discounts. Our options for student accommodation in Belfast include all the amenities you need like all-inclusive bills, Wi-Fi, on-site laundry facilities, secure bike storage, parking, study spaces, on-site gyms, games areas, and communal lounges among others. If you’re looking for student accommodation in Belfast, Casita has got you covered!
About Belfast
Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland. It lies on the banks of the River Lagan, and it is a famous city among tourists and students alike. It started as a market town and rapidly developed into a centre of industry, arts, higher education, business, and law. Also, Belfast has the highest number of international students in the UK. Suppose you choose Belfast as your study destination. In that case, you will benefit from a new experience surrounded by other international students. The latest info shows that Queen’s university alone accepts more than 2900 international students yearly. Imagine how many students live in the city if other universities like Ulster University are the same?
Best Places to Live in Belfast
Students in Belfast prefer living near the university they study at. Some of the options they choose include LIV Belfast, John Bell House, and Great Patrick Street. Find out where you intend to study in the UK and choose a nearby accommodation.
Belfast City Centre
There are many lively locations that surround this area. You will be close to everything you need. One of our best student housing options in the area and close to Ulster University - Belfast Campus is Alma Place.
York Street
This neighbourhood is close to many universities like Queen's University Belfast, Ulster University - Belfast Campus, and St Mary's University College, Belfast. LIV Belfast is one of the Belfast student accommodations we offer our students in this area. The residence is located in a convenient location because it’s only a short walk from the centre of the city.
Great Patrick Street
This lively neighbourhood is surrounded by amazing restaurants, parks, galleries, and much more. Great Patrick Street Roost is a student housing in Belfast that is close to Ulster University's City Centre Campus just three minutes away walking.
Cost of Living in Belfast
Belfast is an amazing city with many budget-friendly accommodation options and even transportation is not as expensive as in other cities like London. Still, you have to keep in mind that your expenses need to be tracked to avoid falling for the friendliness of the city. Around 650£ per month is probably all you need to cover your basic living expenses, including food, groceries, and transportation but excluding rent.
Transportation In Belfast
If you are a student living in Belfast, you will want to enjoy all the city’s attractions, and for that transportation is needed. Belfast is still a city that is heavily dependent on cars, but that doesn’t mean there are no means of transportation inside. The company that handles the main transportation methods in Belfast is called Translink. You can easily visit the website to check the timetables for all types of transportation. They offer a complete timetable with maps of all Metro lines and Bus lines.
If you are interested in giving yourself a break from reservations and tickets, you can try the visitor's pass that gives you unlimited access to transportation for up to three days in the city. If you are a cycling lover, you can rent bikes from NextBike in Belfast and cycle around the city centre. There are over 30 bike docking stations in the city centre alone. Finally, walking lovers can find useful maps of Belfast in the following on the outdoor leisure activities page of the government.
Student Life in Belfast
There are many great things to do in Belfast while you’re studying there. It is your place to have a rich student experience. You can easily balance your studies with a busy social life there. The city offers fun night-off distractions, exciting events and cool stuff to do whatever your taste or preferences.
Attractions in Belfast
Belfast is a city housing an array of different attractions that cover all types of interests ranging from history and culture to arts and natural scenery. Below are some of the must-visit attractions in Belfast, check them out!
Ulster Museum
This Belfast attraction is a free museum that has everything you might wish to see in a museum. You can see a mummy if you are interested in Egyptian history, or even a dinosaur if you are interested in Geology for example. There is also an art collection of paintings, jewellery, furniture, costume, and textiles.
Linen Hall Library
Students studying in any of the universities benefit from a lot of free and cheap activities that the city has to offer. They can visit the Linen Hall Library which is free for full-time students and offers a very small price for membership - £5 per month only for the standard membership.
The Botanic Gardens
The Botanic Gardens is another free place where students can relax. It is 28 acres and it includes glasshouses with all types of plants. Belfast is known for its interest in agriculture and environmental enhancement, which is why these gardens were built in 1828 by the Belfast Botanic and Horticultural Society.
Universities in Belfast
Belfast is well-known for its education system. Therefore, it houses many international universities that students love. Here is a list to show you some of the most popular universities in the city, nearby student accommodation, and popular attractions you can visit after your lectures.
Queen's University Belfast
Casita has two popular Belfast student accommodation options less than 15 minutes away from Queen’s University with multiple en-suite rooms, studios, and single rooms.
The university is close to Botanic Gardens, which is less than 5 minutes walk away.
Queen’s University bus stop and College Green bus stop are the easiest you can use to access.
Belfast Metropolitan College
If you need options near Belfast metropolitan college, we have 3 Belfast student accommodations within less than 15 minutes.
The college is also close to multiple attractions like the Titanic Memorial Garden and the Solidarity War.
Nearby transportation includes Castle Court and King Street bus stops and City Hospital train station.
Nearby Cities
Dublin and Glasgow are the closest cities to Belfast. You can reach them either by train or by car if you know how to drive. Not only does Casita have facilities for student accommodation in Belfast, but we also have options for student accommodation in both of those cities as well.
