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3.75 / 5
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Brilliant accomodation, rebooked for a second year and moving in with people that I met through social events ran within the accommodation. All the staff are lovely and helpful too, if you're studying engineering at Cardiff it's less than a 5 minute walk to the campus which is ideal too.

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By member1270573
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Brilliant accomodation, rebooked for a second year and moving in with people that I met through social events ran within the accommodation. All the staff are lovely and helpful too, if you're studying engineering at Cardiff it's less than a 5 minute walk to the campus which is ideal too.

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By member1270573
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how many people to a flat?
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Is arofan house mixed accommodation
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Where can I park my car if I am resident at Arofan House
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Student Review: 3.1 /5
By member1373069 On 6th November 22 verified Verified student

A pretty good accommodation...

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Student Review: 3.9 /5
By 0501SKD On 1st September 22 verified Verified student

Great experience in my year here, overall. Friendly staff and relatively quiet neighborhood. Thank you, Lewis and Michael for all your support throughout.

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member471110 On 26th August 22 verified Verified student

I stayed in Arofan House for a year during lockdown due to a change in plans. My experience has been amazing as I managed to make new friends in an uncertain time and just had a blast in general. Coming back to stay over the summer after graduation, I am glad to see not much had changed. Chris, who worked at reception, was very helpful in the moving process and responded to e-mails and any complaints. The whole staff, in general, has been very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely recommend this place to any Cardiff students

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member770717 On 10th August 22 verified Verified student

One of the best accommodation for the pricing - the staff here are exceptionally friendly and put on free events to help settle in newer students and entertain older ones. The location is well situated being near Queen St and only 20 minutes away from the Cathays campus.

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Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member970594 On 4th August 22 verified Verified student

Very friendly staff so homesickness is never a problem. The location is perfect and central to almost every cuisine.

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member570575 On 3rd August 22 verified Verified student

Amazing accomodation with great staff, staying here has been a wonderful experience, which is why I'm staying again for the next academic year.

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Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member1270574 On 3rd August 22 verified Verified student

I think it’s a great place location wise especially for people at the school of engineering. The staff are friendly and always happy to help although had a few issues when a change of management occurred. I think it’s well worth the money.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member1270573 On 3rd August 22 verified Verified student

Brilliant accomodation, rebooked for a second year and moving in with people that I met through social events ran within the accommodation. All the staff are lovely and helpful too, if you're studying engineering at Cardiff it's less than a 5 minute walk to the campus which is ideal too.

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member1370572 On 3rd August 22 verified Verified student

Stayed there for 2 years and had the most wonderful time ever. The place is very nice, the staff are very welcoming and nice, The place is really clean, providing an excellent value for money. The place is a bit shy when it comes to social amenities and entertainment activities but apart from that, It's perfect.

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member770571 On 3rd August 22 verified Verified student

Arofan was very welcoming and is great for socialising with other students as well as staff. I’m very excited to be going back there for second year!

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member1359921 On 3rd August 22 verified Verified student

Year 3 student, been at this accommodation since year 1. Initially went for a flat, but the next year I took a studio since the price difference wasn't so bad. Best accommodation I have seen so far in Cardiff. The staff here are friendly and have always helped me with things as small as helping me carry groceries to my room or taking the items from my flat to the studio when I moved apartments. I also had great support over the pandemic, as I had to self-isolate a couple of times due to CoVid-19. Often if you go to reception, you can get some freebies and many smiles which always help when you are away from home. Overall amazing services and more come from what I hear, events, and entertainment. Come to Arofan; you will not regret it!! If you are here already, rebook for next year, its worth every penny, and no other accommodation is like this one :)

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member570510 On 30th July 22 verified Verified student

Decent place to live, while there are always people around to socialise with it is also quite enough to focus on my studies. Very good location, it's just 2 minutes walk from shops, restaurants and city centre. Very friendly staff that help with whatever you need, specially Mike and this new team they are all helpful. This is why it's my third year staying here.

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member1370508 On 30th July 22 verified Verified student

Arofan possess a friendly environment and spacious rooms and studios with reasonable price compared to the other student accomodations.

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Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member670478 On 28th July 22 verified Verified student

Love the premium studio ! Well worth the money. Mike has been absolutely wonderful helping me with my parcels and maintenance issues. Wouldn’t recommend staying anywhere else in cardiff. Cant wait to rebook for next year !

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member1259639 On 21st July 22 verified Verified student

Been Here 2 1/2 years and loved it so far! The location is fabulous, few minutes walk from town, located on city road, probably the best food street in Cardiff, as well as incredible leisure and service facilities. Room has always been fab! Never had anything to complain about, quick fixes from the maintenance team and security 24/7 never felt safer! Staff have been amazing so far! Always friendly and happy to help whenever! Especially Stewart, who welcomed me from Day 1, helping me settle in and helping out with all aspects Arofan. Dorian as well has been fab! Always helping me out! Justin always there for the night shift helping out. The new management led by Mike and Chris has been awesome so far! Looking forward to an exciting 2023 Having Rebooked for next year!

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member469882 On 8th July 22 verified Verified student

Had such a great experience staying at Arofan for the last 3 years! Brilliant facilities and staff! Special thanks to Mike the manager for helping me with a last minute change of plans- he was so lovely and accommodating

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Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member968433 On 22nd April 22 verified Verified student

Very good private halls, friendly social staff that make you feel very welcome

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member768432 On 22nd April 22 verified Verified student

I adore it here so much that I’ve rebooked for next year. The staff are so friendly and helpful and because it’s one of the smaller private ones it feels like a big family!! The rooms and the amenities are really good value for money and probably some of the best in Cardiff. Do yourself a favour and book here :)

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member468430 On 22nd April 22 verified Verified student

Love it, made friends fast, have monthly activities with really friendly staff! (:

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Student Review: 3.1 /5
By member764512 On 2nd December 21 verified Verified student

My experience at Arofan house has been okay

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member1359921 On 10th June 21 verified Verified student

Lovely staff, very great experience for when I had hard times, very supportive and helpful, the flat looks amazing and the kitchens are very well suited and maintained

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Student Review: 3.6 /5
By member1359843 On 10th June 21 verified Verified student

Amazing social experience. Feels like home and everyone is part of a big family.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member1259639 On 6th June 21 verified Verified student

Absolutely Brilliant Accomodation: Staff are the best! Rooms are Quality, location is lovely!!

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member859638 On 6th June 21 verified Verified student

Maintenance staff are unbeaten

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Student Review: 3.6 /5
By member1059632 On 6th June 21 verified Verified student

Arofan House is a well cared for and vibrant accommodation. The rooms are spacious and modern and the staff, who are extremely friendly, are always available for any queries you may have!

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Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member559631 On 6th June 21 verified Verified student

Very friendly staff, make so much effort with everyone who lives here! Clean facilities and following covid rules! D Block is very loud on times and smelly.

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Student Review: 3.9 /5
By member1159630 On 6th June 21 verified Verified student

It’s been super hard over lockdown but the team here have made it so much better! Lovely sociable accommodation, I’ve met the best people! A suggestion would be to add more study spaces and plan more socially distanced events!

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member959619 On 5th June 21 verified Verified student

I have lived at Arofan House for 4 years now and it has been the greatest experience ever. It truly feels like my home away from home. The staff are lovely, especially Lewis and Stewart - they are my favourite staff of all time - legends!

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Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member559612 On 5th June 21 verified Verified student

This year had been different however arofan have a managed to keep students happy and safe with constant activities and things to do. There is never a full day in arofan

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member859604 On 5th June 21 verified Verified student

Great location, walking distance to town and easy access to bus routes! The staff are so friendly and helpful. I stayed here for the whole duration of my University course because I felt safe, known and made so many friends!

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member1359602 On 5th June 21 verified Verified student

Great place to live, very safe and friendly. Have loved my time here

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Student Review: 4 /5
By member659600 On 5th June 21 verified Verified student

Great place to be. Spent all my university years here. Staff are friendly and approachable.

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Student Review: 2.7 /5
By member1159587 On 4th June 21 verified Verified student

Family feel, approachable maintenance staff! Leah, Stew, Dorian, Lew and Joe are always happy to help! Students all know each other which is really nice always someone around to talk to and hang out with!

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member1059586 On 4th June 21 verified Verified student

Arofan House is an amazing student accommodation. The location is perfect, it is only 10 minutes away from town. The on-site staff, especially the facilities assistants are amazing! They are so helpful, especially Lewis, Stewart and Joe. If there is anything that needs fixing or if you just want a chat, they provide a very comfortable family feel. I have loved living here! I would highly recommend it.

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Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member659584 On 4th June 21 verified Verified student

Stewart and Lewis are kings, they can never be replaced

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member1359573 On 4th June 21 verified Verified student

Fantastic university experience, all staff are extremely friendly and helpful, and would regularly go above and beyond to ensure that each and every resident received the maximum experience and enjoyment for their time here. The location is both safe and close to Cardiff City Centre, with the facilities being of the highest quality. The atmosphere is the perfect mix for enjoying uni life, whilst also being able to study for exams. Would recommend to anybody interested in coming to Cardiff for their further education.

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Reply from Arofan House (previous provider) On 11th June 21

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