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Windsor Hall was amazing. The opportunity to make friends within the flat was brilliant due to having so many of us! It meant we were always socialising and you always knew a friendly face on campus. The meal plan included with the accommodation took so much pressure off of another first year stress - cooking. I was able to go about my day not worrying that I didn’t have anything in the fridge, or meal panning. It was also a great chance to see friends and catch up over a meal. The room itself was lovely. It had all the space and storage i needed, and the shared bathrooms were not at all as bad as i thought they’d be, considering i shared mine with all boys! The other entertainment around the accommodation was amazing also. Having Park Bar so close was perfect. Whenever we needed some space outside of the flat we could pop not even as far as down the road for a drink! There was always a lively buzz in Park Bar that made it an enjoyable experience every time.
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Windsor Hall was amazing. The opportunity to make friends within the flat was brilliant due to having so many of us! It meant we were always socialising and you always knew a friendly face on campus. The meal plan included with the accommodation took so much pressure off of another first year stress - cooking. I was able to go about my day not worrying that I didn’t have anything in the fridge, or meal panning. It was also a great chance to see friends and catch up over a meal. The room itself was lovely. It had all the space and storage i needed, and the shared bathrooms were not at all as bad as i thought they’d be, considering i shared mine with all boys! The other entertainment around the accommodation was amazing also. Having Park Bar so close was perfect. Whenever we needed some space outside of the flat we could pop not even as far as down the road for a drink! There was always a lively buzz in Park Bar that made it an enjoyable experience every time.
Value for money
Location
Property management
Cleaning
Social spaces
Social experience
Internet / Wifi
Windsor Hall Information
| Telephone | +44 (0)118 200 5011 |
| Postcode | RG6 6HW |
| Top tip | Windsor Hall offers comfortable student rooms arranged in a traditional corridor style. All hall rooms come with a Platinum Meal Plan included in the weekly rent. Visit the website to find out more. |
Room Types
Single Rooms Upgraded Room with Shared Bathroom & Double Bed - Catered
Single Rooms Upgraded Washbasin Room with Shared Bathroom - Catered
Single Rooms Upgraded Room with Shared Bathroom - Catered
Single Rooms Upgraded Washbasin Room with Double Bed and Shared Bathroom - Catered
Single Rooms Upgraded Room with Shared Bathroom & Double Bed - Catered
Single Rooms Upgraded Washbasin Room with Shared Bathroom - Catered
Single Rooms Upgraded Room with Shared Bathroom - Catered
Amenities
This property offers shared kitchenettes, Wi-Fi, close to Park Bar, 24-hour laundry facilities, bike sheds, post boxes, utility bills & basic contents insurance included. Discover more!
Features
- Communal Kitchen
- Meals
Internet Access
- WiFi
People/Staff
- Maintenance Team (Daytime Only)
Services
- Cleaning Service
- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
Travel Times
Windsor Hall is a short walk from the Park bar, shops, restaurant & local facilities.
University of Reading
Whiteknights Campus6 mins1 min6 mins0.3 mi
Windsor Hall Biography
Windsor Hall is a mere 0.6 km away from the central Whiteknights campus, meaning that getting to and from class couldn’t be easier. Residents will also be close to Park Bar and many local amenities.
Residents can make use of the shared kitchenettes, where they can get to know their neighbours. For student's added benefit there are twenty-four-hour laundry facilities, high-speed Wi-Fi, a bike shed and post boxes. Stay with peace of mind knowing utility bills and basic contents insurance are included.
Students have the option between single or double bedrooms, which come with a bed, study space and ample storage. Up to 5 residents will share one bathroom. All rooms come with a meal plan, which provides residents with their daily meals.
Visit the website to find out more.
Q&A
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Are the halls more on the noisy side or quiet side? As in screaming or shouting past an odd hour for example.
By member8114129 On 27th August 24
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Is there an iron and ironing board provided?
By member1371522 On 13th September 22
yes there is
By member10103361 On 10th March 24
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How many people typically share one bathroom?
By member1271020 On 22nd August 22
it depends on the flat,
if you are flat 2 - there is 14 people between 4 bathrooms
if you are flat 1 - there is 26 people between either 6 or 7 bathrooms (i think)
By member10103361 On 10th March 24
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does windsor have a lift?
By member461982 On 27th August 21
Yes it does :)
By e_rdg On 9th March 22
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is there a kitchen or area ?
By member440875 On 29th July 19
It has a kitchenette as it is catered (money is added to your campus card each week for meals). Also close to the uni bar and Park Lounge which is like a common room
By egt_99 On 9th March 22
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Pretty good could just do with a more social area
Hi, Thank you for your review and feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed living in Windsor Hall. We appreciate your feedback regarding social spaces. There are JCRs and common rooms in all halls. Our social program, Home at Halls which is free to all residents put on events in the common areas to bring students together and to create a social environment. The common room/JCR for Windsor Hall is located across Park Eat. Park Lounge is equipped with TVs and a pool table. If you would like to discuss further or share more detailed feedback, please do reach out on accommodationonline@reading.ac.uk or 0118 200 5011. Kind Regards, The Reading Accommodation Team
Decent room in an ideal location. Needs more social space in each flat.
Hi, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave your review and feedback. We are glad to hear that you found the room and the location to be ideal. We appreciate your feedback regarding the need for more social spaces. All of our halls are equipped with JCRs and common rooms, providing plenty of spaces for socializing beyond individual flats. Additionally, our Home@Halls team regularly hosts events in these communal areas to help bring students together and create a vibrant community. If you would like to discuss further or share more detailed feedback, please do reach out on accommodationonline@reading.ac.uk or 0118 200 5011. Kind Regards, The Reading Accommodation Team
Windsor is ideal for the first years. I would argue that the meal plan is not a necessity, it would be perfect to live in Windsor with a choice of meal plan, rather than platinum. The social side was ok. We could all eat together, and because of the placement of Windsor, we were never too far from our friends in other accommodations. Would I recommend Windsor? No. Since the social spaces were limited, however; if one were to be stuck in Windsor. They'd be alright.
Hi, Thank you for your review and feedback! We’re glad to hear that you found it to be a good fit for first-year students and that the location allowed you to stay connected with friends in other accommodations. We appreciate your feedback regarding meal plans. Windsor Hall is one of the catered halls offered here at Reading and costs of the meal plan are included within the rent. As it is a catered hall, we offer a platinum meal plan to ensure that students have access to the nutritious food they need to fuel their studies. With three meals a day /unlimited meal swipes, you can focus on your academic journey knowing that your meals are well taken care of. All our halls are equipped with JCRs and common rooms, providing plenty of spaces for socializing beyond individual flats. Additionally, our Home@Halls team regularly hosts events in these communal areas to help bring students together and create a vibrant community, and residents can attend events at any hall. If you would like to discuss further or share more detailed feedback, please do reach out on accommodationonline@reading.ac.uk or 0118 200 5011. Kind Regards, The Reading Accommodation Team
Windsor Hall was amazing. The opportunity to make friends within the flat was brilliant due to having so many of us! It meant we were always socialising and you always knew a friendly face on campus. The meal plan included with the accommodation took so much pressure off of another first year stress - cooking. I was able to go about my day not worrying that I didn’t have anything in the fridge, or meal panning. It was also a great chance to see friends and catch up over a meal. The room itself was lovely. It had all the space and storage i needed, and the shared bathrooms were not at all as bad as i thought they’d be, considering i shared mine with all boys! The other entertainment around the accommodation was amazing also. Having Park Bar so close was perfect. Whenever we needed some space outside of the flat we could pop not even as far as down the road for a drink! There was always a lively buzz in Park Bar that made it an enjoyable experience every time.
Hi, Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate it here at Reading! We’re really pleased you enjoyed your time living here. Kind Regards, The Reading Accommodation Team
Great value for money, considering its location. With everything close by, like Park Eat, park bar, park lounge and laundry, The room itself is decent, providing a comfortable living space. However, one downside is the frequent issues with the lift, which can be frustrating at times. Overall, it's a solid option for its price, combining proximity to amenities with a lively social atmosphere.
Hi, Thank you so much for your feedback and review. We're delighted to hear that you had an overall positive experience living at Windsor Hall! The lifts in the halls are tested to the highest standards. However, as with all lifts occasionally they can break down. We have set response times for resolving all issues reported to the Halls Hotline. This will be advised to you once it is reported either over the phone, by email or app. If a specialist part or contractor is needed in order to fix the matter the above times may be extended, and you will be advised. Where possible, we will provide you with a temporary solution in the interim. If you would like to discuss further or share more detailed feedback, please do reach out on accommodationonline@reading.ac.uk or 0118 200 5011. Kind Regards, The Reading Accommodation Team
Really good area, right next to student bar but struggle with no social spaces. Kitchen very small and food usually poor
Hi, Thank you for taking the time to leave your review! We are glad to hear you enjoyed the location of your accommodation. There are JCRs and common rooms in all halls, to ensure socialising is not restricted to flats. Home@Halls also put on events in the common areas to bring students together. Clever Cuisine encourage everybody to come and see them at Park Eat at the Concierge desk if they’ve got any worries or concerns about diet or if they want to raise any dietary requirements or allergens that they want to look at and we will help them navigate the system. If you would like to discuss this further or provide more detailed feedback, please contact accommodationonline@reading.ac.uk or phone 0118 200 5011. Kind regards, The Reading Accommodation Team
Overall, the experience was a good one.
Hi, Thank you so much for your review. We're glad you had a great experience living at Reading! Kind Regards, The Reading Accommodation Team
Food was awful and there was no space to socialise in the flat. Nice clean rooms though
Hi, Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear you were pleased with the condition of your room. Clever Cuisine encourage everybody to come and see them at Park Eat at the Concierge desk if they’ve got any worries or concerns about diet or if they want to raise any dietary requirements or allergens that they want to look at and we will help them navigate the system. There are JCRs and common rooms in all halls, therefore socialising is not restricted to flats. Home@Halls also put on events in the common areas to bring students together. If you would like to discuss this further or provide more detailed feedback, please contact accommodationonline@reading.ac.uk or phone 0118 200 5011. Kind regards, The Reading Accommodation Team
I stayed in Windsor during my first year of university, it was a great place to start and settle in, getting used to accommodation life with cheap pricing with the attached meal plan taking away a lot of the initial stresses, overall I would recommend Windsor for anyone adjusting to independent living.
Hi, Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate it here at Reading! We’re really pleased you enjoyed your time living here. Kind Regards, The Reading Accommodation Team
It was good for location as it was in the centre of uni and an only a couple minutes walk from HBS and the palmer building and library. The meal plan meant that I never worried about food and park eats was by it so I never had to travel far for food. Park lounge and park bar were great for social events. The cleaners were always good. WiFi was good at times. Lots of people to talk to down your corridor.
Hi, Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate it here at Reading! We’re really pleased you enjoyed your time living here. Kind Regards, The Reading Accommodation Team
This is the worst place to live as a student. The lift here is broken down many times and they take an average of a month to 2 months to fix it. And if you end up on higher floors thats very inconvenient. The location is close to majority of the campus buildings which is great but the crowd at park bar is ridiculously loud and it does get frustrating at times to listen to hooligans shouting about past midnight. To be honest if i had known these issues i would not have lived here. The university offers “quieter” accommodations but from what ive heard from people staying there thats all just namesake. The whole place is a mess in terms of crowd conduct and etiquette.
Hi, Thank you for your feedback, I am sorry to hear your experience fell below expectations. The lifts in the halls are tested to the highest standards. However, as with all lifts occasionally they can break down. We have set response times for resolving all issues reported to the Halls Hotline. This will be advised to you once it is reported either over the phone, by email or app. Our Quieter Lifestyle accommodation is an option available for students who prefer a quieter living environment to standard accommodation, however there will always be an element of noise associated with communal living. We do have staff on-site 24/7 who will quickly respond to any noise complaints should they arrive Kind regards, The Reading Accommodation Team
Park bar catered food is terrible and walls are too thin and noisy
Windsor hall has a common stereotype: It is for people who can not cook or people with problems
Needs decorating and better facilities. However, based conveniently on campus and a great social like. Awful food
Alright, amazing value and perfect location and food but no good social spaces
No communal space but other than that good
No social space for intimate chilled out Flat parties etc.
Very social and the best halls on campus! Only downside is there's no common room so we resort to the corridors!
The best social life on campus
good hall. very close to centre of campus. social hall. as it is catered you go to the restaurant to get food downstairs which is very convenient. food is often repeated though but is nice.
A great hall with lots of people in one flat so you have many people to socialise with. Bar, washing, post and food outlets outside the front door which are very handy.
Unmissable social experience with maximum friends to meet. if you can put up with with the little rooms, average catered food and no real place to sit down other than the floor or beds in the flats then it is the best halls in reading to make lifetime friends.
Windsor is the best hall in the world, ever! Linh Nguyen, Windsor Hall Fresher's King (2015)
Only bad thing is no communal spaces, however this forces you to be social! Great value for money as food is included. Room sizes are good as well.
It is a great social hall that is well kept. There are several bathrooms in each flat and the large groups in each flat makes it more sociable. The kitchens however could be slightly larger as a more social space for a flat of 26 or 14
Brilliant hall, most social at Reading Uni, I loved first year
Perfect location, getting a bit run down
The catering package is pretty bad and definitely not worth the money but is definitely best hall on campus, right next to park bar where you meet loads of people, especially older years and closest to lectures. Big flats mean you are bound to get on with someone in your flat!
great place but no communal space at all.
Very basic but by the most sociable and fun halls. Also in the best location, on campus and right next to park bar.
Looks bad, has no common room, but location is great, and the people in the halls make it
Best social hall, great location!
Prime location - relatively cheap for reading ! However social space is non existent and the food is appalling. Would recommend if you cannot afford the more expensive halls at Reading.
Worst halls of residence at the uni. Not a 'budget' option as the catering allowance doesn't cover 3 meals a day.
Horrible halls, infested with silver fish and really really old. Definitely not worth the money especially as there's no social space not even a table
Only downside is the thin walls.
Concrete zoo, except the animals are free to flip between cages and tangle.