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I have gteat experience living at Merlin Heights as a student. I must say this is great value for money. My room is spacious,the internet works well and they have nice social spaces. The management team pays attention to concerns raised and resolve issues to my satisfaction. I highly recommend

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I have gteat experience living at Merlin Heights as a student. I must say this is great value for money. My room is spacious,the internet works well and they have nice social spaces. The management team pays attention to concerns raised and resolve issues to my satisfaction. I highly recommend

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Student Review: 3.9 /5
By member8142589 On 17th March 25 verified Verified student

I like Merlin, rooms are nice and it’s in a nice located area however I don’t like the fact that we pay so much to be living like prisoners. After 8pm there’s guards doing security checks with a list of residents names and people can’t come in past that time unless they live here. Untop of that they make you bring out id during security checks to confirm ??? I’m coming from the gym I don’t take my id with me. It’s just annoying because loved ones and peoples partners cannot stay with you but here we are paying this much money it’s ridiculous and unfair to the vast majority that aren’t causing absolute chaos. I don’t recommend to be fair.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 25th March 25
Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member11141978 On 11th March 25 verified Verified student

I’ve had a great experience staying at Merlin Heights. The facilities are well-maintained, with spacious rooms. The staff are friendly and always helpful, making it a welcoming environment. It’s also conveniently located close to the DMU campus and many shops, which makes commuting a breeze. Overall, it’s a lovely place to live and study, offering both comfort and convenience!

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 17th March 25
Student Review: 4.1 /5
By member9141975 On 11th March 25 verified Verified student

Merlin Heights is a very good accommodation to stay in. You do get your fair share of rowdy students but they’re just having fun. It’s very easy to make friends here in Merlin. The accommodation itself offers quite a few social events every now and again, giving residents a chance to get to know each other. The staff are very friendly and helpful.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 17th March 25
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member13141657 On 7th March 25 verified Verified student

ive rebooked for 3 years straight so ive definitley enjoyed my experience here, ive seen how much students enjoy staying here and ive been blessed with the best flatmates every year, safe to say merlin heights has made my university experience amazing.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 3.1 /5
By member4141413 On 5th March 25 verified Verified student

WiFi is really bad they said they are gonna sort it out and they haven’t. Very strict feels like a prison at the moment not allowed guest after 8pm not guest can sleep over. Too much happens no freedom.

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member6140973 On 3rd March 25 verified Verified student

They’re lovely and around 24/7 to help.the accom is close to the city

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 5 /5
By member9140946 On 2nd March 25 verified Verified student

I have gteat experience living at Merlin Heights as a student. I must say this is great value for money. My room is spacious,the internet works well and they have nice social spaces. The management team pays attention to concerns raised and resolve issues to my satisfaction. I highly recommend

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 4.1 /5
By member12140900 On 2nd March 25 verified Verified student

Good space for gold en-suites and nice staff

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 2.9 /5
By member6106583 On 2nd March 25 verified Verified student

Good location , like my room very cosy.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 5 /5
By member7140747 On 28th February 25 verified Verified student

Amazing honestly my room is so gorgeous.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member12140098 On 26th February 25 verified Verified student

This accommodation is good for students as it is close to city center, and hop bus. The people at the reception are also very friendly and address any concerns quickly. The maintenance is also done once it has been reported.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member9140085 On 26th February 25 verified Verified student

Great location, close proximity to DMU, city centre and decent facilities, very responsive management. Overall, a good place to stay.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 5 /5
By Jennifer Lopez On 26th February 25 verified Verified student

Living at Merlin Heights has been a fantastic experience. The apartments are great, but what really makes this place stand out is the staff. They’re absolutely lovely—always friendly, professional, and willing to help no matter what. I’ve had a couple of issues, like my sink getting blocked and my door not opening properly, and each time, the team sorted it out quickly and without any hassle. It’s so reassuring to know that if anything goes wrong, there’s a helpful team ready to step in. Beyond that, the whole place is well-kept, the amenities are great, and the location is super convenient. It really feels like home here, and a big part of that is down to how well the staff take care of everything. I’d definitely recommend Merlin Heights to anyone looking for a stress-free and welcoming place to live!

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member4140071 On 26th February 25 verified Verified student

It’s a nice accommodation really good if you want to get groceries as it’s so close to city centre. Although It’s far from uol but you could use hop bus, the internet isn’t the best really stresses me out at times but asides that it’s a nice accommodation.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By Marvin942 On 26th February 25 verified Verified student

Very good place for university students and staff are very friendly!

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member13139943 On 26th February 25 verified Verified student

Merlin Heights is a fantastic student accommodation in Leicester. The rooms are modern, spacious, and well-furnished, providing a comfortable living space. The staff are always friendly and helpful, ensuring any issues are resolved quickly. The communal areas are great for studying and socializing, creating a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere. The location is ideal, with easy access to the city center, universities, and local amenities. Security is excellent, giving residents peace of mind. Overall, a great place to live for students looking for a comfortable and convenient home in Leicester.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 2.7 /5
By member5139922 On 26th February 25 verified Verified student

Overall well but not the best for the money they charge.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 5 /5
By member7139871 On 26th February 25 verified Verified student

Perfect place to stay with no issues at all

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 3.4 /5
By member5108792 On 26th February 25 verified Verified student

Really good for the price , sociable and close to uni and city centre

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th March 25
Student Review: 2.6 /5
By member1192318 On 24th February 25 verified Verified student

internet is horrendous guys pls but the accom looks aesthetically pleasing

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Student Review: 4 /5
By member7139221 On 24th February 25 verified Verified student

really good accom to make new friend if you feel like your gonna be lonely. better distance to dmu campus than uol!

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 11th March 25
Student Review: 5 /5
By member13134966 On 7th February 25 verified Verified student

It was amazing, I enjoyed it so much

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th February 25
Student Review: 5 /5
By member8134967 On 7th February 25 verified Verified student

Such a nice place to stay, so clean and very friendly, been living here for 2 years would deffo recommend to others.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th February 25
Student Review: 5 /5
By Kareena On 7th February 25 verified Verified student

Experience has been good , first year living here

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member9134956 On 7th February 25 verified Verified student

My experience at merlin has been very interesting

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member9134952 On 7th February 25 verified Verified student

I’ve been here for three years and i am happy with my time here

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Student Review: 4 /5
By xmember11134942 On 7th February 25 verified Verified student

Very good for money and good facilities etc

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Student Review: 3.1 /5
By member9134935 On 7th February 25 verified Verified student

It’s ok, and it’s acc manageable

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member5134931 On 7th February 25 verified Verified student

Good Accomodation with nice staff

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member8133638 On 3rd February 25 verified Verified student

for me Merlin Heights is the best options interms of location, you have access to the busstop which is 1 min walk where i get to use hop! Which is a free bus to my university. I get to go hycross which is the shopping paradise and soul center of Leicester. You have londis super market just beside the property and atm machine for quick money withdrawals. You have water bodies right across where you get to see dozens of swans and ducks. You have LIDL and ALDI supermarkets for budget shopping for groceries and home accessories which is 6-10 min. When you’re new here makesure to check on this, which saves alot if money and the staff members are very friendly and will help you in any problems efficiently and fast. And its the best place to find job easily without travelling much. My suggestion is to go for it, you won’t regret you stay at Merlin Heights.

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member9126437 On 9th December 24 verified Verified student

lovely place to stayy. cute space. tv comes with studio xx

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 10th December 24
Student Review: 2.6 /5
By Olorire On 6th December 24 verified Verified student

Very good location to city centre. Staff very helpful and protective

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 9th December 24
Student Review: 4 /5
By member10126200 On 6th December 24 verified Verified student

The location is great. The building itself is also well managed.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 9th December 24
Student Review: 5 /5
By member8126199 On 6th December 24 verified Verified student

very nice and professional establishment

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 9th December 24
Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member11126172 On 6th December 24 verified Verified student

Enjoyed my time in merlin heights, good convenience to shops and city centre

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 9th December 24
Student Review: 3.9 /5
By member5126077 On 5th December 24 verified Verified student

It’s a great location, and has really nice rooms

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 9th December 24
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By Ilfatyussuf On 4th December 24 verified Verified student

Amazing service at reception good room space and great price definitely worth it!!

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member10125939 On 4th December 24 verified Verified student

staff and really helpful and friendly with enquires and other things

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 5th December 24
Student Review: 4.1 /5
By member7125871 On 4th December 24 verified Verified student

Overall Merlin heights it’s decent but it could be better with some things it a good first year accommodation

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 5th December 24
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member13125863 On 4th December 24 verified Verified student

lush!! everyone so nice and warm and pleasant xx

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 5th December 24
Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member6124936 On 26th November 24 verified Verified student

very good experience living here, friendly staff

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 26th November 24
Student Review: 4.1 /5
By ashly On 22nd November 24 verified Verified student

Merlin Heights is a great place to live, it is spacious, clean and has many sociable members. It is very easy to get along with anyone including staff, receptionists and security guards.

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member9124504 On 22nd November 24 verified Verified student

Merlin Heights is a great accommodation with amazing value for money, it is in an ideal location, being only a short walk to both DMU and the city centre, and the staff are always happy to help and polite.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 25th November 24
Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member12124483 On 22nd November 24 verified Verified student

Having a great experience so far !

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 25th November 24
Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member10124374 On 21st November 24 verified Verified student

Merlin heights is an excellent accommodation for value of money and location not far from De Montfort university. The receptionist are very welcoming on arrival and will never say no to helping you for any queries or concerns you may have. The social spaces are also good and many people attend there on a regular basis with as well as the sky lounge which is of course a lounge but also a good study area.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 25th November 24
Student Review: 2.7 /5
By member8117958 On 6th October 24 verified Verified student

One of the most affordable accommodation options in Leicester, fairly close to town and university. Decent rooms and kitchen space, however maintenance could be improved by having more staff. Lastly could get noise at times.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 15th October 24
Student Review: 5 /5
By member11106982 On 19th April 24 verified Verified student

I’ve had an excellent experience.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 19th April 24
Student Review: 5 /5
By member6106872 On 18th April 24 verified Verified student

Beautiful accom, good money will stay again

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 19th April 24
Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member9106866 On 18th April 24 verified Verified student

it’s a nice place to stay. Nice staff

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member12106778 On 18th April 24 verified Verified student

Lovely staff in merlin heights & chris the maintance guy is speedy :)

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 18th April 24
Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member13106766 On 17th April 24 verified Verified student

Merlin is alright! Like everything in life, but it's great having someone to talk to that's always there to help like uncle mike and Oasis in a barren land, his encouragement, insight fill answers to my question and problems, his words carefully created to keep me on the narrow path of mature behaviour and good decision making. Honestly uncle mike as be like family to me as when you are in uni u don't have ur parents around and there are some things you can tell them but Uncle Mike doesn't judge and he listens to help you be a better version of yourself and that why I have stayed at Merlin for 2 year straight.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 15th October 24
Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member13106764 On 17th April 24 verified Verified student

Its been so nice being at Merlin, reception staff and security are always so helpful. So quick and attentive to any questions. Feels really safe and homey. Its so close to everything and the walk to uni is actually really nice.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 29th April 24
Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member12106744 On 17th April 24 verified Verified student

I actually like staying here, it’s very calm and relaxing great experience

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 18th April 24
Student Review: 4 /5
By member4106716 On 17th April 24 verified Verified student

it’s alright living here for social

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 17th April 24
Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member8106712 On 17th April 24 verified Verified student

Feels like home! The management are so nice and they quickly handle every query straight away. Feels safe too. The rooms are so nice the only issue being the freezer space in a studio. Close to dmu around 6 mins walking to the campus. Has a shop next door to it which is useful for any last minute groceries

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 18th April 24
Student Review: 5 /5
By member9106693 On 17th April 24 verified Verified student

Ever since I came to Merlin Heights, Uncle Michael has been a fatherly figure during my stay. Any queries or advice that I need, he is the go to person to talk to. My stay at Merlin heights would never have been the same without him!. He makes the place homely and he is a funny person!

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 18th April 24
Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member4106690 On 17th April 24 verified Verified student

It’s really a great accommodation, totally money valued. Also, the location is very nice. Everything is nearby. The reception People assist every problem Very well. The most important part of safety is kept in mind in this accommodation

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 17th April 24
Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member5106656 On 16th April 24 verified Verified student

Very close to the town centre which is very convenient when meeting people and going out

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 17th April 24
Student Review: 3.1 /5
By member6106583 On 15th April 24 verified Verified student

not expensive, good location near city centre

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 16th April 24
Student Review: 3.4 /5
By member488815 On 8th July 23 verified Verified student

The accommodation is close to town and uni. Its a nice place And The security guys where chill

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Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member788736 On 7th July 23 verified Verified student

Mr Khurram is the best security guard that I have ever interacted. Always so nice and supportive of me, my Merlin experience wouldn’t have been the same without him.

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Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member1388499 On 30th June 23 verified Verified student

it was very good, Khurram was really nice and helped a lot throughout the year.

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Student Review: 4.1 /5
By member970377 On 23rd July 22 verified Verified student

Merlin Heights is a good accommodation especially for first years. It can be a very good opportunity to socialise and make new friends. Staff are nice and welcoming and helpful always. It was a lovely experience

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 1st August 22
Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member569788 On 4th July 22 verified Verified student

When I first moved to Leicester , I was immediately made comfortable by Michael who works at Merlin , he showed me around when I asked for assistance and always helped me immediately after any problems I may face , he is a kind man who has time for any issues and will always listen to whatever the problem may be , he is the reason I enjoyed my first year as much as I did and I hope I find more people like him in my years to come

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 7th July 22
Student Review: 3.9 /5
By member969772 On 3rd July 22 verified Verified student

My experience at Merlin was made so much easier by Michael as he was the one who was kindest to me at Merlin , he would always help my issues as soon as they come up and made me understand Leicester when it was hard getting used to a new city , he was also kind to everyone at the accommodation,.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 7th July 22
Student Review: 4 /5
By member460083 On 21st January 22 verified Verified student

Staying here for my second and soon third year I would recommend Merlin Heights for future friends and students as it is perfectly located near the uni and city center. The staff is very friendly and professional. Maintainance is quite fast. Wifi could be improved to be faster for the upper floors.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 24th January 22
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member960314 On 18th June 21 verified Verified student

Staff are lovely, and rooms are great value for money. Construction noise is noisy

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 21st June 21
Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member760313 On 18th June 21 verified Verified student

All staff are really lovely and always say hello.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 21st June 21
Student Review: 4 /5
By member760310 On 18th June 21 verified Verified student

Friendly staff, very good wifi speeds. Rooms are spacious and comfortable

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 21st June 21
Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member960267 On 17th June 21 verified Verified student

Despite the difficulties of covid this year, it was still such an amazing experience to live in Merlin Heights

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 21st June 21
Student Review: 3.6 /5
By member460242 On 17th June 21 verified Verified student

My experience in merlin heights is very good and i enjoy my stay here with a lot of facilities available

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 17th June 21
Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member460083 On 14th June 21 verified Verified student

Good quality for very cheap prices. Friendly staff and extremely convenient as well as quiet location. Everything is on 10 minutes away. Highly recommend it to all new upcoming students.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 14th June 21
Student Review: 2.7 /5
By member660059 On 13th June 21 verified Verified student

Merlin Heights was alright for first year accommodation, reception and security were both nice and welcoming. Room sizes were alright but not worth their prices.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 15th June 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By member459882 On 10th June 21 verified Verified student

Fun place to live and the managers are very kind and helpful

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 11th June 21
Student Review: 2.6 /5
By member959755 On 8th June 21 verified Verified student

it has been okay but pricey also security guards are useless.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 9th June 21
Student Review: 4 /5
By member1159658 On 7th June 21 verified Verified student

lovely staff, really enjoyed my time, great fun and meet plenty of new people.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 7th June 21
Student Review: 3.3 /5
By member1159569 On 4th June 21 verified Verified student

Nice staff and nice accommodation

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 7th June 21
Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member1059212 On 28th May 21 verified Verified student

very clean, big rooms lovely reception staff

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 1st June 21
Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member1059178 On 28th May 21 verified Verified student

Merlin heights made my transition from home to here so much easier

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 1st June 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By member959169 On 28th May 21 verified Verified student

Brilliant, accommodation is better than I expected it will be.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 1st June 21
Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member859097 On 27th May 21 verified Verified student

Merlin Heights, situated in the heart of Leicester, the student accomodation is close to many shops making the overall living experience manageble. The aesthetic of the building, both in and out is modern and very satisfactory - value for money. The staff at reception are always friendly and very welcoming. They ensure you receive the best experience by sorting your deliveries and mails accurately for your collection. The cleaning staff are friendly, as well and they maintain the building in a tidy condition. The social spaces, such as the games room were inaccessible due to Covid restrictions, but when accessible, they were a fun place to hang out with your flatmates. Overall, a great place to stay. I certainly appreciated the hospitality I received.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 1st June 21
Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member959053 On 27th May 21 verified Verified student

Amazing location, great for socializing but under the circumstances wasn’t the best.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 27th May 21
Student Review: 4.1 /5
By member1359052 On 27th May 21 verified Verified student

Despite the covid situation, I have had a good year here at merlin heights. I’ve met a lot of good friends and the management have been amazing. The only downfall was not being able to use the social spaces as much as we’d like to, which is no fault of anybody’s of course. The location is great

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 27th May 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By member1258907 On 26th May 21 verified Verified student

This is one of the best accommodations you can stay in leicester for 1st year. Lovely members of staff.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 26th May 21
Student Review: 3.7 /5
By member1158753 On 25th May 21 verified Verified student

Merlin heights is a great place to meet new people. Darren and Sam and the staff members at Merlin are very helpful. Recommend staying here if you want a great way to spend you uni years

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 26th May 21
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member1158748 On 25th May 21 verified Verified student

All the staff are really lovely and helpful, the rooms are spacious and well outfitted, and in general it’s just a great quality place to live.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 26th May 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By member958744 On 25th May 21 verified Verified student

Amazing student accommodation and lovey reception staff. Would definitely recommend for any first years coming to DMU.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 26th May 21
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member1358661 On 24th May 21 verified Verified student

Reception staff are so lovely and helpful, and have also tried their best to get students involved with virtual activities even through COVID. Never had any problems with security or being too loud etc. The studios and bathrooms are also very modern, spacious and include the main amenities. I’d definitely recommend this to anyone even after their first year of uni! I’ve stayed here for my final year and have had a very good experience!

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 24th May 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By member1158655 On 24th May 21 verified Verified student

Absolutely amazing , reception staff are so kind and helpful. Darren and Sam are so nice and will go out of their way for you. Management is very organised and help us all out and security team , michael and khurram are amazing

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 24th May 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By cam27 On 20th May 21 verified Verified student

As a first year student at DMU I feel that Merlin Heights is the best option considering the price and the distance from the university, it also has very good facilites such as the Sky lounge to chill out and watch films and the games room being my favourite because of the pool table. The rooms and kitchens are perfect for a first year student too as they are nice and spacious and cosy with a nice modern touch. The staff are also very helpful and polite and make sure your questions are always answered.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 20th May 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By Keeleigh cox On 20th May 21 verified Verified student

As a first year student I can’t recommend merlin heights enough, meeting friends has been so easy as well as settling in, the rooms are the perfect size and so cozy in the evenings, The staff personally for me were very helpful and are available to help and ask questions 24 hours of the day, washing facilities are close to all blocks as well as the sky lounge and games room, I use the sky lounge most days to study when not on campus, the best thing about staying here is you are a 5 minute walk from city centre meaning bars and clubs and under 10 minutes to de Montfort university, over all I have had an amazing experience here :)

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 20th May 21
Student Review: 5 /5
By member458366 On 20th May 21 verified Verified student

As a first Year uni student I feel that Merlin heights was the best accommodation compared to all other Uni accommodations in Leicester the staff are always polite and helpful and couldn’t be any better. The facilities at Merlin heights are very good, with the games room being my favourite because of the Pool Table, also the rooms and kitchens are perfect for any first year student as they are very modern and feel cosy.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 20th May 21
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member758350 On 20th May 21 verified Verified student

The staff at Merlin Heights are polite and professional. There is always a high standard of service available with security on call 24/7. During the pandemic, the cleaning facilities were impeccable and the cleaners did their absolute best to keep all social spaces clean. I would definitely recommend staying at Merlin Heights. Thank you!

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 20th May 21
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member558299 On 19th May 21 verified Verified student

Even though I lived here during Covid, I have quite enjoyed my time.The staff and especially the security are very lovely.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 20th May 21
Student Review: 2.6 /5
By member858261 On 19th May 21 verified Verified student

Staff was not very helpful at the beginning of the year when i had issues with flatmates.

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Reply from Merlin Heights On 20th May 21

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