It’s a stressful experience, deciding between student accommodation. Trust us, we get it. There are so many new questions you have never even had to consider. Especially if you are living in a totally new city. Where do I live? Where does everyone else live? How do I travel? These are all totally normal, and important, questions to be asking. But where do you get the answers?  

Well, at WaterBear, we’ve put together this handy blog to explain what Brighton’s student accommodation is like, where you should be looking, and where it’s all located. That way, you get an idea at just exactly where is best for you to live!  

Although WaterBear does not have its own dedicated student housing, we work closely with local agents and landlords so you can find the best possible accommodation for you. You can visit our website to find out more about our accommodation recommendations here. 

The following is a look at some of the agencies we work with, the accommodation they provide, and where they are based. 

Hollingbury House 

The best value-for-money ensuite rooms that any Brighton accommodation has to offer (at least, according to their website), Hollingbury House is a contemporary living space in the heart of Brighton. Within 10 minutes reach of both the city centre and the seafront, Hollingbury House features a wide range of important amenities, including high-speed WiFi, and a large communal area, which includes both an Xbox, kitchenette, and a study space. All the room feature ¾ beds and large en-suites. What more could you want ?! 

You can take a look at Hollingbury House here. 

Student Castle 

Student Castle consists of studios and twin rooms designed in a contemporary, fresh style that focuses what students really need. They offer various facilities, including a mezzanine-style common area, large study space, landscaped courtyard, and two large roof terraces providing breath-taking views across the city. Located very close to Brighton city centre, Student Castle’s Brighton residence is one of the best available. The accommodation even feature free gym membership! 

You can take a further look at Student Castle here. 

Pavillion Point 

Located 5-minutes' walk from Brighton train station, Pavilion Point offers great accommodation and facilities. It has an on-site gym, coffee station and plenty of dedicated study areas. Pavillion Point even has a multimedia room! All bills, contents insurance and high-speed Wi-Fi are also included in the price, and you can share the studios with a partner at no extra cost. From Pavillion Point it’s only 10 minutes by bus to get to the famous Lanes, and 11 minutes to get to Brighton Pier. 

You can take a further look at Pavillion Point here. 

Brighton is blessed with plenty of amazing student property. We know it can be a daunting task to find somewhere to live, but we hope that this guide can be a helpful tool in knowing where to start.  

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