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4.74 / 5
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The accomodation is very great with all kinds of facilities. The staff here is very friendly, enthusiastic and eager to help you out of all issues, especially the manager Alina. Students here can get free bikes, video rooms, gyms and many other free services to use. The environment is very good and the rent is cheaper than other student accomodations.

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The accomodation is very great with all kinds of facilities. The staff here is very friendly, enthusiastic and eager to help you out of all issues, especially the manager Alina. Students here can get free bikes, video rooms, gyms and many other free services to use. The environment is very good and the rent is cheaper than other student accomodations.

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member12125343 On 29th November 24 verified Verified student

Literally the most helpful team I’ve had in a student accommodation. People are lovely, there’re treats at the front desk almost all the time, things get FIXED. Loads of shops around, traffic into city centre isn’t that great at the moment (because of the bridge construction) but it’s just something that couldn’t be fixed in a short time. Overall 8/10 recommend

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member5125324 On 29th November 24 verified Verified student

The accomodation is very great with all kinds of facilities. The staff here is very friendly, enthusiastic and eager to help you out of all issues, especially the manager Alina. Students here can get free bikes, video rooms, gyms and many other free services to use. The environment is very good and the rent is cheaper than other student accomodations.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member5125323 On 29th November 24 verified Verified student

This student building is fantastic! Everyone here is incredibly friendly and welcoming. it is a really comfortable environment.

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member5125270 On 29th November 24 verified Verified student

A perfect student accommodation and really worth for its value

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member11124953 On 26th November 24 verified Verified student

I had the best time here. Very supportive staff and safe place to live at. Good amenities as well

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member5124314 On 20th November 24 verified Verified student

A great option for student accommodation in Oxford, with a range of rooms at different price points. The communal facilities are a key advantage over other similar options (including a well-equipped gym and secure bike storage). Conveniently located in the new West Way Square development (with shops, cafes, a library etc.). Easy access to the city centre and train station by bike or bus. The staff are very friendly and responsive if you need any help. Suitable for both undergrads and postgrads.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member13124069 On 18th November 24 verified Verified student

Not a bad place, compared to large parts of Oxford's dormitories

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member7123333 On 7th November 24 verified Verified student

This is the place to stay if you’re a student. It’s quiet, clean and you have your own kitchen. 10/10 recommend

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Student Review: 4.3 /5
By member479632 On 7th November 24 verified Verified student

It's always lovely to walk past reception to see Alina, Khaled and Dennis. They do the most to try and make my stay the most enjoyable as possible and if i have any issues they are all resolved in a timely manner. I particularly enjoy the events organised at West Way, it allows the residents to meet each other and come across people in other blocks which we may not have bumped into before, I particularly appreciate Alina, Khaled and Dennis for their dedication to bringing joy to these events, especially since they are taking time out of their personal lives to host these events, I am very grateful to them for that.

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member10122937 On 1st November 24 verified Verified student

pretty nice experience to stay! Actually the traffic is convenient for the bus coming about 10min at rush hour, and it is really nice to have a cozy walking from the railway station to the University for about 10min as exercise! All the staff are awesome and friendly and kind! They help me a lot from booking to now living here! Also, the room is clean and comfortable, and btw very quiet and calm!

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member5122935 On 1st November 24 verified Verified student

The staff here are nice and the building is clean, nice, and spacious, the rooms are very clean always and the staff always help when you need to. The maintenance are always on hand as-well and any problems are sorted within the day. There’s also always events for students to socialise and meet eachother from different universities. I lived her for 2 years and the standards have always been the same.

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member8122813 On 31st October 24 verified Verified student

Well clean and peaceful environment to live in. Close by shops, which makes it easily accessible for us students. Spacious rooms and bathrooms. Staff here are super friendly and helpful. Perfect place for any year Uni students (Brookes Uni and Uni of Oxford), regardless of where you are coming from. Highly recommended !!!

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member12114578 On 10th September 24 verified Verified student

Super well organized space - very well designed and comfortable. The team running the place is especially wonderful and warm and very accessible to resolve issues. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a quiet comfortable space you can call your own!

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member4114528 On 9th September 24 verified Verified student

Everyone is so welcoming when you first move in, all of the facilities are amazing and very useful, the location is perfect as it is right next to supermarkets and cafes

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member11113890 On 23rd August 24 verified Verified student

It’s good accommodation with multiple communal spaces to meet other students. Good location with a choice of local shopping facilities and public transport. I enjoyed having my own space with all amenities including a lovely terrace. Management- Alina general manager on site has been helpful and treats all the students with kindness. I highly recommend this accommodation especially for international students.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member11113889 On 23rd August 24 verified Verified student

Best student accomodation in Oxford. The staff are amazing and go above and beyond to create an exceptional environment in every respect. The buildings are newly constructed and everything is built to a high standard, including excellent wifi, soundproofing, kitchen facilities in each flat, and spacious community rooms. Shops, groceries, restaurants, post office, hotel, and other amenities are just a few steps from the front door. The Oxford train station, the center of Oxford, as well as Wytham Woods and other countryside regions, are all extremely easy to reach on foot, bike, or bus.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member13113803 On 21st August 24 verified Verified student

I have lived in Westway Square for 2.5 years whilst completing my PhD at Brookes. In my experience, this is the best student accommodation in Oxford. The standard of accommodation is excellent/luxurious. The property is located in a quiet, safe and increasingly, developing/vibrant part of Oxford. A number of amenities is located within less than a 5 minute walking radius (coop, Tesco, a pharmacy, McDonalds and a great chippy - just to name a few). I used the gym for cardio workouts on a frequent basis; which was super convenient. I also enjoyed availing of the social spaces when friends visited. Particularly, the movie room and ping pong table. Alina has really succeeded in creating a friendly, welcoming environment at Westway square. The management are really communicative . It is really apparent that management works on creating a good rapport with tenants; which is appreciated. I genuinely couldn't imagine myself living anywhere else in Oxford.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member10113707 On 19th August 24 verified Verified student

In this year, I have experienced myself living in a luxurious hotel with great customer service. My rent is including bills and the price is very reasonable. Different facilities such as gym and game room brought me different experiences with my friends. I would love to stay for a longer time because the society is well-developed with different shops, supermarkets and restaurants. I would love to stay in this accommodation again if I have the chance to stay in oxford.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member12105291 On 22nd March 24 verified Verified student

My stay at Prestige Student Living was fantastic! The rooms are very modern and the staff are incredibly helpful. The location is close to the City Centre and easy access to Brookes University as there are bus stops close by and many buses running nearly every 10 mins. Highly recommend for any student seeking a comfortable and supportive living environment!

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Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member6103416 On 11th March 24 verified Verified student

Safe accommodation and well connected with public transport and all stores near by. I recommend this for all international students

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member5103209 On 7th March 24 verified Verified student

One of the new accommodation in Oxford’ well maintained, staff response is quick and well. Maintenance response with in 48 hours. I feel it’s safe place to stay.

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member796606 On 22nd December 23 verified Verified student

It is a nice place to live in, peaceful and all the staff here are very friendly and welcoming

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member1071276 On 3rd September 22 verified Verified student

Great accommodation with helpful management and 24/7 security, which made my studies and time here a lot easier. The accommodation has lots of common room spaces, clean and modern. The area around is pretty nice, not crowded or chaotic, with 3 supermarkets and a pharmacy. There’s a few delicious cafes, dentistry, beauty salon and even a flower shop nearby. Very pleasant and friendly atmosphere. Best place to live if you are searching for secure, nice, clean and peaceful place to live. Definitely recommend.

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Student Review: 4.4 /5
By member1169298 On 1st June 22 verified Verified student

It is social and convenient to live in, the comfort in this place is nice, very modern and new

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Student Review: 4 /5
By member469296 On 1st June 22 verified Verified student

We came for a viewing for a premium studio. Friendly staff, who showed us around the studio and communal areas, and answered our questions. A warm atmosphere.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member1369212 On 27th May 22 verified Verified student

Social space and gathering space is pretty good to hangout with friends and staff members are very helpful.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By 19128656 On 26th May 22 verified Verified student

Amazing place, management is nice. Been living here since a year and have never had a problem

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member669097 On 20th May 22 verified Verified student

It a good accommodation with many shops around. There was some issues in the past with management but with the new staff - they are more responsive and very helpful and friendly.

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Student Review: 5 /5
By member1357410 On 19th May 22 verified Verified student

Amazing accommodation, value for money and great facilities. Helpful staff, have rebooked for next year!

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Student Review: 4.9 /5
By member868995 On 17th May 22 verified Verified student

It is a great accommodation with many useful facilities nearby

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Student Review: 4 /5
By member1068725 On 6th May 22 verified Verified student

I lived in West Way Square for almost a year now, and i have to say i was impressed by how well the residents are treated and how calm the neighbours are. A truly respectful place.

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Student Review: 4.7 /5
By member668724 On 6th May 22 verified Verified student

Amazing accomodation. Very new and clean facilities, so many social rooms. The media room has a massive TV, comfortable couches. Rooms are new and clean. 24 hour security. There’s 3 supermarkets on the same block, a Tesco, Coop and an Iceland. The bus stop is 2 minutes away walking. Cute cafe nearby, delicious fish and chips shop. Everything is continent, nearby, simple. Honestly great place to live. Electric hob is new and modern, microwave doubles as a mini oven. Lovely dining room with a full sized oven and big dining table.

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Reply from West Way Square (previous provider) On 4th July 22
Student Review: 4.6 /5
By member751800 On 27th October 20 verified Verified student

I booked this because I wanted a room to myself with the current situation. These advertised themselves as exceptionally large rooms and to be fair they were. I was very happy with the size and how good the finish was. The communal facilities were a lot better then I expected and the staff are great. My only concern was the location as it wasn't in the town centre. However there is a bus stop outside which takes you to the centre.

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Reply from West Way Square (previous provider) On 4th July 22

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