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It is excellent everywhere in here. The management team are superb and friendly, the common spaces are well-organised and clean. The internet is stable and strong. Most importantly, I am living with tons of convenience, for instance, the location of this accommodation are surrounded many grocery stores, pubs, a variety of restaurants. Furthermore, it is just nearby Queen’s University Belfast, so that I can travel there in a short while. In a nutshell, I could say that Botanic Studios is excellent!!!!!!!
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Belfast Hall Rankings
| LIV Student Belfast | #1 |
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| John Bell House | #4 |
| Botanic Studios | #5 |
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Most helpful review
It is excellent everywhere in here. The management team are superb and friendly, the common spaces are well-organised and clean. The internet is stable and strong. Most importantly, I am living with tons of convenience, for instance, the location of this accommodation are surrounded many grocery stores, pubs, a variety of restaurants. Furthermore, it is just nearby Queen’s University Belfast, so that I can travel there in a short while. In a nutshell, I could say that Botanic Studios is excellent!!!!!!!
Value for money
Location
Property management
Cleaning
Social spaces
Social experience
Internet / Wifi
Botanic Studios Information
| Telephone | 028 9744 0765 |
| Postcode | BT2 7HP |
| Price from | £195.00 per week for 25/26 (subject to availability) |
| Top tip | Book for the 24/25 academic year and receive a £750 discount* from your rent! Visit the website for more details. |
Room Types
Single Studios Premium Studio
Single Studios Deluxe Studio
Single Studios Standard Studio
Single Studios Standard Plus Studio
Amenities
This property offers social and games rooms, dedicated study space, cinema room, courtyard, CCTV, Wi-Fi, laundry, residents team & events. Discover more!
Popular
- Cinema
- Common Room
- Communal Events
- Library or Study Area
Features
- Common Room
- Communal Kitchen
- Storage Units
Internet Access
- WiFi
Laundry
- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
Recreational Facilities
- Cinema
- Communal Events
- Entertainment Room
- Outdoor Area
Security & Safety
- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
- Secure Building Entry
Services
- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
Study Support
- Library or Study Area
Travel Times
Botanic Studios is located a 10-minute walk from the city centre & a 2-minute walk from the Botanic train station & has easy access to clubs, bars, sports & music venues, beaches, & restaurants.
Queen's University Belfast (QUB)
Main Campus11 mins3 mins7 mins0.6 mi
Ulster University
Belfast25 mins8 mins12 mins1.4 mi
St Mary's University College
Main Campus31 mins9 mins20 mins1.5 mi
Botanic Studios Biography
At Botanic Studios you’ll be just a five-minute walk from Queen’s University Belfast and a twenty-minute walk from Stanmillis University College. You’ll be in a prime location with all the amenities you need right on your doorstep.
There is an abundance of social spaces to enjoy including a cinema, games room and courtyard. You’ll benefit from dedicated quiet study areas, Wi-Fi, on-site laundry facilities and a buzzing social calendar with regular events put on for residents.
All studios are stylish and modern and come fully furnished with a double bed, spacious storage and workspace. The studios are self-contained with an en suite shower room and a fully kitted-out mini kitchen.
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All the Answers You Need About Student Accommodation
What tenancy length do I need?
Some students choose to stay during the academic year, whilst others – particularly international students – require a tenancy that covers the entire year. You can also find student accommodation that is available for one or two terms, classified as a “short stay” on our search filters.
Should I stay in catered student accommodation?
This is totally up to you! Catered accommodation means you will be served meals at set times in a dining hall, and you’ll likely have access to fewer kitchen facilities than if you were to stay in self-catered accommodation.
What is a guarantor and do I need one?
A guarantor is a person who signs a contract to agree to pay your rent if you are unable to. Most university accommodation requires a guarantor, and this applies to both domestic and international students.
Will I need to pay a deposit on student accommodation?
Most likely, yes, you’ll need to pay a deposit. This will be refunded at the end of your stay as long as there is no damage to the room or property.
What bills will my rent include?
If you are staying in university-run accommodation or private halls, your rent should include any utilities such as electricity, gas, water, and internet. Students are not required to pay council tax, however you may need to fill in an exemption form so make sure you check with your local council.
What is purpose-built student accommodation?
Purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) are residential buildings designed for students. They are often located close to campus, boast modern facilities, include all bills, and often have staff on site to assist residents.
Will my student accommodation be furnished?
Student accommodation is typically fully furnished. Your room should include at least a bed, clothes storage, desk and chair. You’ll likely need to bring things such as bedding and kitchen utensils, but we have a full list here of everything you’ll need.
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Botanic Studios is really a very nice place with great staff and prime location with all good aminities
Thank you for such a positive review!
It is excellent everywhere in here. The management team are superb and friendly, the common spaces are well-organised and clean. The internet is stable and strong. Most importantly, I am living with tons of convenience, for instance, the location of this accommodation are surrounded many grocery stores, pubs, a variety of restaurants. Furthermore, it is just nearby Queen’s University Belfast, so that I can travel there in a short while. In a nutshell, I could say that Botanic Studios is excellent!!!!!!!
Amazing! Thank you so much.
It's really a good studio where the employees help us whenever we are in trouble or need help, good and safe environment, high speed wifi and clean
Thank you for your time to write this lovely review :)
They provide a good valuable accomadation which is a budget friendly for all the international students who came here as expecting a more and to change a life of there and there family. Thanks botanic for the a wonderful and very good accomadation for all the students keep supporting like this and may god bless you
What a lovely review, thank you so much!
The only thing that does make this place stand out is location, very convenient, close to the university, different shops, parks around. Perfect location. However, the rest really leaves much to be desired. Upon arrival my room was not properly cleaned, even the chair with wheels was not moving because tons of someone’s hair got stuck in it. The interior design also leaves some questions. For example, my kitchen sink is attached to the worktable. Each time I wash anything in the sink, water splash reaches my worktable. It makes no sense who could have thought that such design solution was a good idea. My room also needs a lot of repairing because previous residents apparently never cleaned their room. The pinboard I had severe signs of damage, walls had cracks and holes. Apparently the damage was caused by previous residents but still we are paying so much money, it should cover some basic repairing and maintenance of the room.
We are sorry to hear about your experience, but please don't hesitate to talk to your residents' team about any issues so that theycan find solutions. We always aim to give our resdients the best experience with our Be Wellbeing events and perks alongside our amazing residents' teams and amenities. Many Thanks Fresh
Excellent accommodation in a great location with helpful and amazing staff.
Thank you for such a lovely review.
good, very nice staff, Very good location
We are glad you love staying at Botanic Studios, Thank you for the nice review.
Solid student accommodation, with friendly management team and prompt service as needed. Would have wished for there to be a quiet study room or other space to use, since the open common areas are quite noisy with the automatic doors and what-not. Was also annoyed by seemingly random monthly fire drills that happened very late (0100-0200 usually) on school nights — if the law requires that, disregard! But otherwise satisfied with my stay.
Thank you for your review, unfortunetly the fire alarms that went off in the night were genuine alarms. The only time we will test is available to see in the residents handbook. Many Thanks, Fresh.
Great location, great staff! Amazing access to everything in the city and very close to the university
Thank you for your amazing review :)
One of the best place to live in Belfast, because it’s 10 min away from the uni , and 10 min away from the city .
We think that too, Botanic Studios is the best place to live in Belfast! Thank you for your review.
An unbeatable location for Queen's University students, this place is a hub of friendliness and support. The staff are super nice. The common areas are huge and awesome for hanging out with friends. You'll have a blast studying or just chilling here.
This is so lovely to hear that you enjoy living with us at Fresh.
Good units and location, decently maintained but staff and security not up to the standards of other student accommodations around Belfast.
Your residents’ team is on hand during the day to address any queries and monitor the building entrance. Outside of these times, access to the building can only be secured by fob holders. Please feel free to talk to your residents’ team for any help and information.
Clean, quiet ideally situated in Belfast for transport links, city centre shopping, nightlife etc. Topping this off the residents team are second to none, super friendly and ready to assist with any issues or questions you may have!
This is amazing to hear, thank you for your review.
my bathroom stucks since i reached here (1month ago).The water overflowing all around my living area. I request for maintenance but noone come to fix it. really sucks n it doesn't worth for 182pound. I called the fresh office noone pick up the phone and noone reply my email. Their attitude was totally different when i booked this accommodation. Quite disappointed for their maintainence.
Honestly I was very disappointed with my time at Botanic Studios, with no onsite security (you have to phone and wait to near half an hour for them to arrive) your safety should be a priority. However to have non residents still managing to enter the building as well as even sleep in the communal areas and especially being in a lively area with lots of pubs you are susceptible to coming across drunks hanging around. Note even security admitted that they have found people who did belong to the building in there and had to put them out. When moved in our room was dirty and damage on our walls from were someone had used blutack taking the paint off, as well as burn marks from were a candle must have been (which is not allowed) If you have any friends over be prepared to have to take them up to your room for a toilet as downstairs there is only a staff toilet amongst the common area The lack of professional staff is appalling, I have not felt like I was safe hands while staying there.
I have rented from three different private student accommodation providers during my 7 years of education: 4 years in Edinburgh, 1 year in Glasgow and I have spent the past 2 years with my current provider, Fresh Student Living (Botanic Studios) in Belfast. Without a doubt, Fresh Student Living in Belfast has been my best experience! The establishment is clean, warm, safe and situated in an excellent city location. The staff are friendly and extremely supportive. You are treated like an individual at Fresh, there are lots of activities and events for those who want to socialise, or you are left to live independently if you prefer to do so. There is a lovely mix of students from all over the world and the shared facilities are first class. I highly recommend Fresh Student Living in Belfast (Botanic Studios), I’m a PhD student and my private studio overlooking the city is the perfect place to study and relax.
Lovely reception, best place for budget accommodation, great rooms and right near the town center
The maintenance in this accommodation is lousy for the steep price we're paying. Hot water gets cuts off at random times and there is also issues with the piping/plumbing system that sometimes causes flooding from the toilet and the dirty water that goes into the washing machine. Theres also no security so it can get quite unsafe at night as anyone can get in, and whenever the fire alarms go off we have to wait for the firefighters to come and shut it down because of the lack of security in the reception. However, the rooms are relatively good and comfortable and the location is excellent but it doesn't justify the lack of necessities (good maintenance, security) we're supposed to have.