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3.52 / 5
3.52 / 5
1.9 mi from Cardiff University - Main Campus View map
  • 34 mins
  • 8 mins
  • 25 mins
1.9 mi from Cardiff University - Main Campus View map
  • 34 mins
  • 8 mins
  • 25 mins

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Being in Taly Gate the first year after it's been build was definitely a great experience. I could not have imagined getting into better accommodation for that amount of money. Cardiff is known for its cheap accommodation, but it doesn't mean horrible conditions. The rooms are quite big, with the 3/4 bed, massive desk and waredrobe and a proper en-suite. The kitchen might be a hit and miss - some flats have a massive, square kitchen, however in our (and I guess most people's case) it was so narrow, it was difficult for more than two people to be in there. However, with the lounge (with a tv) being right next to it, it wasn't a problem. Overall, I couldn't be happier to be put in that accommodation.

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By Monkeyblues
On 28th July 15
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Most helpful review

Being in Taly Gate the first year after it's been build was definitely a great experience. I could not have imagined getting into better accommodation for that amount of money. Cardiff is known for its cheap accommodation, but it doesn't mean horrible conditions. The rooms are quite big, with the 3/4 bed, massive desk and waredrobe and a proper en-suite. The kitchen might be a hit and miss - some flats have a massive, square kitchen, however in our (and I guess most people's case) it was so narrow, it was difficult for more than two people to be in there. However, with the lounge (with a tv) being right next to it, it wasn't a problem. Overall, I couldn't be happier to be put in that accommodation.

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By Monkeyblues
On 28th July 15
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How far is the walk from the economics building?
By member670967 On 20th August 22
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Do many Physiotherapy students live here?
By member1267934 On 7th April 22
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Can people from Cardiff metropolitan apply for talybont gate
By member1062043 On 31st August 21
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How far is the walk to the law building and how social is the social life
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Can you apply to stay in halls after preliminary year
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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member1133680 On 29th August 18 verified Verified student

One of the most expensive Cardiff uni accommodations but good value for money. The rooms are nicer than the Liberty Living accommodations at a higher price. The location is great in terms of being a few minutes walk to Tesco and about 4 minutes to the laundry room. It's also very close to the river which makes a nice walk to uni/the town. The main downside is the 25-30 minute walk to the university (Biosciences building) with an extra 10+ minutes if you're going to town. Any problems I had were very quickly sorted out by maintenance. However, with cleaners after the first term there were times where the kitchen wouldn't be cleaned for 2 weeks. The reception will also only accept Royal Mail so any other packages have to be collected by students. Otherwise, kitchen spaces/TV area is very nice and wifi is very fast. The rooms are very spacious, with lots of storage space and a large bed, desk and window. Heaters are a bit difficult to control but very nice in the winter.

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member1133680 On 29th August 18 verified Verified student

One of the most expensive Cardiff uni accommodations but good value for money. The rooms are nicer than the Liberty Living accommodations at a higher price. The location is great in terms of being a few minutes walk to Tesco and about 4 minutes to the laundry room. It's also very close to the river which makes a nice walk to uni/the town. The main downside is the 25-30 minute walk to the university (Biosciences building) with an extra 10+ minutes if you're going to town. Any problems I had were very quickly sorted out by maintenance. However, with cleaners after the first term there were times where the kitchen wouldn't be cleaned for 2 weeks. The reception will also only accept Royal Mail so any other packages have to be collected by students. Otherwise, kitchen spaces/TV area is very nice and wifi is very fast. The rooms are very spacious, with lots of storage space and a large bed, desk and window. Heaters are a bit difficult to control but very nice in the winter.

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Student Review: 1 /5
By member1326997 On 14th July 17 verified Verified student

Stayed for one night - never, ever again! Room not even cleaned to a basic standard of cleanliness, expected to use previous occupants dirty bedlinen and towels. Took nearly 3 hours to get bedlinen changed and a further complaint to get bathroom cleaned. If you have a room at the back of Talybont Gate beware noise from boy racers going in and out of 24 hour McDonalds and KFC. Reception staff are friendly and helpful, cleaning staff could do a far better job. Shame as it's a bright, modern building and student flats are a well planned functional space.

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member722587 On 24th May 16 verified Verified student

Stayed here for first year. Bit of a trek to lectures, but by far the nicest Talybont residence.

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Student Review: 4.1 /5
By member820560 On 26th December 15 verified Verified student

Talybont gate is great! There's a great balance between being quiet and social! Tescos exta is so close which is great but the main building is a good 30/20 min walk which does get annoying every day!

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Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member916929 On 18th October 15 verified Verified student

Really well designed halls, short Walk from tesco, bed bigger than you think and TV is really a nice touch, sociable enough without being too noisy, except if your room is facing macdonalds then you get the bin men waking you up at 6 am, but the walk to uni is a good half an hour, if you are prepared to walk/have a bike/car then fine

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Student Review: 2.4 /5
By member814962 On 21st August 15 verified Verified student

Very far away from uni and very expensive. Rooms and en suites very nice. No social life at all.

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Student Review: 3.9 /5
By member914795 On 17th August 15 verified Verified student

Best halls in terms of space, toilets/bathrooms to yourself, secure key cards and a great experience.

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By Monkeyblues On 28th July 15 verified Verified student

Being in Taly Gate the first year after it's been build was definitely a great experience. I could not have imagined getting into better accommodation for that amount of money. Cardiff is known for its cheap accommodation, but it doesn't mean horrible conditions. The rooms are quite big, with the 3/4 bed, massive desk and waredrobe and a proper en-suite. The kitchen might be a hit and miss - some flats have a massive, square kitchen, however in our (and I guess most people's case) it was so narrow, it was difficult for more than two people to be in there. However, with the lounge (with a tv) being right next to it, it wasn't a problem. Overall, I couldn't be happier to be put in that accommodation.

Value for money
Location
Property management
Cleaning
Social spaces
Social experience
Internet / Wifi
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Student Review: 3.8 /5
By member99971 On 3rd July 15 verified Verified student

The facilities at Taly Gate are superb and I have loved the social element I have been blessed enough to experience! It is quiet enough to study, but you can always guarantee someone will be out! Maintenance are quite slow to respond, but do a good job once they do arrive. Cleaners were very friendly, although rotas were somewhat unorganised at times

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Student Review: 4.8 /5
By member121961 On 9th March 15 verified Verified student

Very nice building. Much nicer than any other uni halls! Definitely worth the money :)

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Student Review: 4.2 /5
By member61627 On 5th March 15 verified Verified student

Lovely Building, and within main uni complex, but distance to laundry services is quite far, and the quality of cleaning/maintenance is not great.

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