Accommodation
From state-of-the art rooms in the city centre to our dedicated student village, there’s something perfect for everyone, plus GB students are guaranteed a room in their first year.
Live somewhere safe, comfortable and affordable so you can enjoy undergraduate life to the full. Northern Ireland has the lowest student living costs in the UK; and it is £174 per month cheaper for student living costs in Northern Ireland compared to the UK average (National Student Money Survey 2023).
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What's included?
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All-inclusive fees.
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Free off-peak Queen’s Sport membership.
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Super-fast wired internet and 200Mb Wi-Fi.
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Student common lounge with games tables and a free tea and coffee lounge.
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Rooms available for private, group study or society meetings.
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Reception open seven days per week.
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24/7 Safety Team.
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Residential Life team provide pastoral support, organise trips and social events.
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Contents insurance included free of charge.
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Full maintenance support.
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Complimentary cleaning of communal areas.
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Parcel post system: You get an email notification when your parcel arrives.
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Laundry services (for a small fee).
En-suite single room
Prices from £130 per week
Exclusive one-bedroom apartment
Prices from £175 per week
Overall cost comparisons
Queen's University Belfast | English University | Scottish University | London University | |
Weekly cost of University Accommodation1 | £140 | £152 | £181 | £267 |
Monthly Groceries2 | £87 | £86 | £119 | £137 |
1. Based on Single Ensuite accommodation, similar distance to Elms BT9 to campus. Includes utilities. Prices are per week, subject to contract conditions.
2. Source: The National Student Money Survey 2022
Elms BT1 & BT2
All our apartments in Elms BT1 and Elms BT2 include modern en suite shower rooms, a desk with lamp, use of a full kitchen, dining table and chairs, TV and high-speed internet.
Conveniently located in the centre of Belfast and just 15 minutes from Queen’s main campus, you’ll be based in a thriving coffee culture beside great restaurants and nightlife. Local grocery stores Spar, Centra and Tesco Express will also be on your doorstep, and Victoria Square (0.5mi), one of the city’s main retail hubs, is just a 10-minute stroll away.
Elms BT9
Elms BT9 gives you a safe, secure new home in Belfast and great opportunities to make new friends from all over the world.
Elms has a chilled-out community atmosphere and is just a 10-minute walk from the main campus and Students’ Union on the leafy Malone Road. The Treehouse social space is at the heart of Elms BT9 and includes a coffee bar open each evening, study space, a shop, a laundry and an ATM.
“I'm living in BT9 Elms Village, and it’s very good. The reception and facilities are exactly what is needed, there is a great community atmosphere and all the halls are a very high standard - much nicer than for the same money at other unis.”Megan Johnston, England
Biomedical Science
Additional information
- Accommodation Virtual Tour
- Events and activities in accommodation
- Common accommodation questions answered
- Blog: Living in Queen's Accommodation: Elms BT1
- Blog: Guide to Belfast Student Housing
- Dealing with the Cost of Living: A GB Student’s Perspective
- Student House Hunting: The Ins and Outs of Finding a House as a Queen’s Belfast Student
- Find out more and browse room types