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Before coming to the UK, I hesitated BIG times coming to Alliance House. But I am extremely happy to say,this was my best decision ever to come to a great student accommodation like this one because of so many reasons. 1. Cleanliness 2. No noise pollution 3. Supportive staff 4. Affordable rent
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Before coming to the UK, I hesitated BIG times coming to Alliance House. But I am extremely happy to say,this was my best decision ever to come to a great student accommodation like this one because of so many reasons. 1. Cleanliness 2. No noise pollution 3. Supportive staff 4. Affordable rent
Value for money
Location
Property management
Cleaning
Social spaces
Social experience
Internet / Wifi
Alliance House Information
| Telephone | 0300 123 5050 |
| Postcode | N16 9QH |
| Top tip | Alliance House is on Newington Green, which has a variety of local shops, cafes and bars and a pleasant community atmosphere. Visit website for more details. |
Room Types
Rooms - Single Bed Ensuite
Rooms - Bathroom Single Bed Shared Cluster Flat
Amenities
This property offers all-inclusive bills, common room, free broadband, on-site laundry, bike storage, free contents insurance, garden area, 24-hour maintenance, CCTV & on-site security. Discover more!
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- Common Room
Features
- Common Room
- Communal Kitchen
Internet Access
- WiFi
Laundry
- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
People/Staff
- Maintenance Team (Daytime Only)
Security & Safety
- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
Services
- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
TV
- Cable TV
Transport
- Bike Storage
Travel Times
Alliance House is a short walk from shops, bars, cafes, pubs, transport links, green spaces & restaurants.
City, University of London
Northampton Square47 mins12 mins23 mins2.4 mi
Alliance House Biography
At Alliance House City, University of London is only 1.8 miles away, making your commutes to and from class a breeze. You’ll be in a trendy area of London and within walking distance of plenty of shops, cafes, nightlife spots and fantastic transport links.
You have great social spaces to make use of, such as the garden area or common room that is equipped with table sports and games machines. You can benefit from handy on-site laundry facilities, bike storage, free broadband, free contents insurance and all-inclusive bills. For added convenience, there is 24-hour maintenance support, CCTV and on-site security.
There are a number of fully furnished room types to choose from. There are 4 self-contained 1-bed flats if you are after more private space. Alternatively, there are 2 and 3-bedroom apartments with a shared bathroom, kitchen and dining area or single en-suite rooms available in flats for 5 - 8 people with a shared kitchen and dining area.
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Q&A
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The monthly fee and how close it is to the university
By member1395710 On 29th November 23
Reply from Alliance House
On 29th November 23
Hi! Alliance House rooms are £219.75 per week. The univercity is just a short bus ride away, it usually takes around 20 minutes to get there.
If you have any further questions drop us an email at alliancehouse@sanctuary.co.uk and we will be happy to help!
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How is the social life/aspect within the accomodation?
By member690793 On 5th September 23
Reply from Alliance House
On 6th September 23
Hi there! This is usually the number one thing we hear from our departing students - that they made loads of good friends and enjoyed the good vibes! We have social events from time to time (ie Movie Nights, our favourite), there's also common working space and garden we have where you can study and meet fellow students. You can book common spaces for get together and parties - please speak to our reception team and they will be happy to help.
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Is the laundry services paid or free
By member890472 On 26th August 23
Reply from Alliance House
On 29th August 23
Hello! The laundry services are paid, to top up and use the machines you will have to install the Circuit Plus app. It's fairly easy to do, but if you will have any questions our reception team will be happy to help. See you soon!
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Is it an easy commute to City university?
What is the transport system like if you live there? Is it easy to move around London from this location?
By member790443 On 25th August 23
Reply from Alliance House
On 29th August 23
Hello! The City University is reachable by bus, with the bus stop just outside Alliance House.
We are located in a vibrant upcoming area, with transport links to Central London and West End. City Mapper is a great app if you would like to have a look before you arrive and browse around, it's great to see best transport links real time.
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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.
Read Alliance House Reviews
Students are living in poor conditions at Alliance House, and the management turns a blind eye to this because they don't want to lose their jobs and silence and victimise students if they complain because they have more power.
Sorry to hear you didn't enjoy living with us. It would be great if you could contact us direct so we can deal with some of the issues for you.
Before coming to the UK, I hesitated BIG times coming to Alliance House. But I am extremely happy to say,this was my best decision ever to come to a great student accommodation like this one because of so many reasons. 1. Cleanliness 2. No noise pollution 3. Supportive staff 4. Affordable rent
Great observation about noise pollution! Alliance House is indeed a quiet and green place in the noisy and busy London. Glad to hear you're enjoying your stay!
Generally good accommodation and nice staff
Thank you for the positive feedback!
Best accommodation in London, I can’t complain
Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying your time here at Alliance House.
Internet connection is amazing! It could be a bit cleaner but this is mostly due to lack of care from other tenants. Staff is very friendly
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad that you're enjoying your stay with us. If you'd like our General Assistants to provide additional attention to your flat's common areas, please feel free to send us an email or visit our reception.
Unfortunately I have water dropping in my room and management doesn't seem concerned. But everything else is great!
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We can assure you things are moving forward and working hard behind the scenes! If you wish for an update please feel free to pop by the office during working hours or drop us an email - we will be more than happy to update you.
Good experience, management responds well to all complaints. They clean kitchens weekly also!
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you are having a great time at Alliance House. See you around!
The accomodation is fine but the rooms are very small
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are trying our best to create a cozy and welcoming atmosphere for you and your fellow tenants - any suggestions are welcome!
You feel like home. The manamgment team is so kind and lovely and you can depend on them that they will be there when you have a problem. It makes you feel safe.
Thank you for your lovely feedback, we appreciate it!
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people here are friendly and helpful, rental fees are also considered cheap as it's in London, and room space is moderate as well. Just the block between each other is too close, which felt a bit of no privacy. But overall I will say it's great!!
Thank you for your time leaving a review. We're glad you're enjoying the community! Understandably it can be quite tight, but we do our best with making Alliance House cozy and green. Let us know if you have any suggestions!
When i see my other friends, literally suffering over minor issues in their accommodations, even after paying such extravagant amounts of money, i know i made the right choice. Think of it this way, the money i am saving every week will count for my groceries, thus saving atleast 35% cost in the long term. So cool! I really am happy about this!
Thank you for trusting us with providing you a home away from home. Sounds like you made the right decision and are enjoying your time here, how wonderful!
My only issues was with wifi connection, but I was impressed how quickly the staff solved the issue, and generally they respond and help very promptly.
Our staff do try to resolve issues as quickly as possible - thank you for noticing! I will pass your kind words to the team.
Its only been about 2 months for me living at Alliance House but I can already call it my home here. It has everything an international student needs: super nice and helpful staff, neat and clean rooms and kitchen, social spaces and a great neighbourhood. It is very green and has multiple sitting spaces that you can utilise to sit and work or socialise.
Thank you for your wonderful words - we're very happy to hear you are having a great time. We are proud of how green our home is - we're glad you're enjoying it!
The team is very supportive happy with the overall experience
I will pass your compliments to the team - thank you!
The environment and view is amazing. They do clean and maintain it pretty well. Issues are resolved well, great value for money.
Thank you for your kind words - I will pass it to the team! We're glad you're enjoying your time here at Alliance House.
It’s ok. Not many groceries stores nearby.
Hi! If you need help with scouting the closest and best shops for groceries - pop by reception and our team will be happy to give you some tips.
Alliance house is definitely worth the money. good amenities and decent bus links to City university. Only main downsides are lack of tube stops but the bus connectivity is enough for my needs.
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're glad you're enjoying your time here. If you need any further help with bus links visit us at Reception!
I really like it here. The area is quite peaceful and safe, and the atmosphere is cozy.
We're glad you're enjoying your stay at Alliance House! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
This accommodation is conveniently located, with plenty of shops and restaurants nearby. There’s only three washers and three dryers, so planning out laundry in advance is generally a good idea, although it was rare for the room to be utterly packed. The staff are all wonderful and helpful.
We're grateful for your feedback. Our staff is delighted to have been of help, best of luck!
Alliance House is just phenomenal in every possible way. Right from the external environment, the safe location, the friendly neighbourhood, and the most effortless staff to the best in-range ensuites. Couldn't ask for anything better than this
Thank you for your kind words, we are happy to hear you enjoyed your time with us here at Alliance House. Wishing you all the best for what lies ahead!
Over 10 months, my time at Alliance House has been an enriching and transformative experience. As soon as I moved in, I was warmly welcomed into a diverse and supportive community, which quickly made me feel at home. Alliance House provided a conducive environment for personal growth and development. The facilities were well-maintained, and the living spaces were comfortable, making it easy to settle in. The staff members were approachable, responsive, and always ready to assist with any concerns or queries. One of the standout aspects of my stay at Alliance House was the strong sense of camaraderie among the residents. We engaged in regular group activities, discussions, and social events that not only fostered friendships but also encouraged personal connections with people from various backgrounds and cultures. In conclusion, my 10-month stay at Alliance House was a period of immense growth, camaraderie, and valuable experiences.
We are thrilled to hear that your 10-month stay at Alliance House was pleasant and rewarding. We take pride in providing a welcoming and supportive environment for our guests. Thank you for sharing your positive feedback!
Everything here was always systematic, staff really helpful. All my complaints were addressed within a day! Spacious, greenery and common room. All year, the team found ways to gather all the residents and celebrate vast variety of festivals.
We appreciate you taking the time to write a review. Our team works hard to ensure our guests feel welcome, we are happy you enjoyed your stay. Thank you and all the best!
My time spent here was lovely! The place didn’t make me home sick and was kept very clean.
Thank you for your kind words. All the best in your future endeavours!
Alliance House is located in one of the areas of London, and staying there to meet new people from different backgrounds and cultures. The property itself is worth the rent that I paid. The location of Alliance is close to several bus stops and an overground station that made the commute to every part of the city easy and approachable.
We are glad to hear you enjoyed your stay here at Alliance House. Thank you for taking the time to write a review.
Beautiful place which makes you feel like home with all facilities available and issues resolved on time
We are very glad you enjoyed your time with us here at Alliance House. Thank you for your positive feedback! - Violet
Lovely staff especially Kim and Mahmoud's :)
Thank you for the review, we are happy to hear the team have been able to stand out in delivering the services at site. I will pass on the feedback to the team.
Good location, good accomodation. Managers are really good and caretakers look after every thing.
Thank you for the review, we are glad to hear you found the accommodation to your satisfaction, and the team working effectively on site.
Value for money and worth the price.
Thank you for the review. We are glad to hear you found the value was satisfactory and worth the price.
The property is well maintained. The managers are quick to respond. Overall, it is good value for money.
Thank you for the review, I will pass the feedback on to the team.
It was really a good experience to stay at Alliance house. The staffs were friendly, approachable and helpful all the time. Made a lot of good memories with my friends from different places.
Thank you for your review, we are glad to hear you enjoyed your time here and have managed to create some memories with your flatmates.
I have been living here from 18 months. All the staff are so helpful and humble.
Thank you for your review, we are glad to hear you had an enjoyable experience. I will pass this on to the team.
10/10 - maintenence and cleaning staff are very nice
Thank you for the review, we are glad to hear you appreciate the maintenance team and the hard work they do. I will pass this on to the team
It’s been a good day experience. The staff are friendly and the caretakers are great.
Thank you for your review, its great to hear you are happy with the experience at site, I will update the team with your feedback.
I had wonderful experience staying at Alliance house.
Thank you for your review, I am glad to hear you enjoyed your time at Alliance House, I will be sure to let the rest of the team know of your feedback.
Amazing and satisfactory experience till now, Love the location as it is very near to parks, restaurants and grocery stores. Just a 20 min Bus ride to the university made the travel easier and cheaper. Cooperative and friendly staff with laundry room near reception makes it a better choice.
We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us, and found the facilities accommodating and you found the location well suited to your needs. We appreciate the time you took to give us feedback, thank you.
student friendly accommodation...overall good experience
Thank you for the feedback, we are glad to hear you had a good experience with Alliance House. I will pass this on to the rest of the team. Many thanks
For my requirements, the space and location is ideal. I am happy with the room. My only issue would be ventilation as the room can get stuffy. Very happy with maintenance. Regular and efficient as well as the reception staff and night staff on duty are kind, respectful and very helpful when making requests.
Thank you for the review, we are pleased to hear you have enjoyed your stay with us. I will pass the comments on to the rest of the team. Many thanks
It’s tidy, friendly, cheap and nice atmosphere.
Thank you for your feedback, its greatly appreciated. Many thanks
Been a lovely few months at Alliance, Lovely rooms for the price, friendly reception staff and an overall great experience except for the fact that it's a bit far from a Tube station
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are glad to hear you have enjoyed your time at Alliance House! I will pass the feedback on to the rest of the team.
Overall good experience. Helpful staff.
Thank you for providing some feedback, its greatly appreciated. Many thanks
Great place to live, network, and enjoy as a student.
We are glad to hear you found your stay with us enjoyable, and you have managed to create an opportuntiy to create some networks. Many thanks
Alliance House is centrally located and close to several supermarkets,restaurants and shops as well as excellent access to buses to both Bayes Business School and the main City University campus. The staff and very friendly and make you feel welcomed. Internet connectivity is excellent and the maintenance staff are very prompt to responding to any issues that may arise.
Thank you for the review, its greatly appreciated. We are happy to hear you have enjoyed your time at Alliance House and feel the staff have been very welcoming and prompt in dealing with any responses and issue. I will pass your feedback on to the team, Many thanks
The place is very nice, clean, secured and well connected to various places. Buses are just at the door, 10min walk to overground station and 20min to City, University with just one bus. Staff are very friendly and helpful when in needy. There are few issues like heating and warm water which need to be improved. A big shout out to Manager Andrew, who is very cooperative and always ready to assist. Another shout out to Kim who is also very charming with good customer care. In fact, the entire Alliance team is very nice.
Thank you for the review, we are happy to hear you have had a positive experience with Alliance house. I will pass on the feedback to the rest of the team who im sure will be happy with the shout outs! Many thanks
Alliance House is very well connected by TFL buses as there is a bus stop just outside the gate, also, it is very economical as buses are cheaper than tube rides. All the shops are walking distance and variety of food to select from. The support staff are very helpful. The rooms are of average size, just enough for one person. The appliances are modern and maintained regularly.
Thank you for the review, great to hear you found the site accessible with the local shops and transport networks, as well as the amenities supplied on site are all maintained and modern. Many thanks
As a place to live, Alliance House is the best option I can think of. The staff is super helpful, the amenities are always up to the mark, the internet never drops below 90 MBPS (which 3 times more than required), the location is walking distance from 5 bus stops, 1 underground, 3 grocery stores, 1 laundry store, 3 major parks, 2 medical stores, and 1 health centre. Lime bikes are also readily available near the premise. The facility itself has washing machines and a pool table. The inside of the premise is filled with trees and specious benches to hang out. The waiting room can house a party of 30+ people. All in all, it's an excellent place for students because it is located at the centre of everything and yet has a very peaceful environment.
Its great to hear you have had a great experience with the team at Alliance House, and with the amenities. Its great to hear you have been able to make use of the facilities available to you. Many thaks
I have had a great experience living at Alliance House. The location is another positive to living here because it is easily accessible to public transport with bus stops only 1-2min walking distance from every side which makes it easier to travel to all areas of London.
Thank you for the review, its pleasing to hear about your positive experience at Alliance House, I will pass this on to the rest of the team. Many thanks
Comfortable and student friendly accommodation. Rooms are cozy and loads of storage space. A bus ride away from City, University of London so great location. Overall an excellent student accommodation.
Thank you for the review. Its pleasing to hear you found the accommodation comfortable and spacious, as well as accessible with the local transport links. Many thanks
Amazing place to stay. The staff is super cooperative and will help you in fixing any problems within a week. Also it is pretty cheap and well connected with all parts of London
Thank you for the review. Great to hear you have had a positive experience during your stay at Alliance House, Many thanks.
Security is lacking for bike rack, but value for money, sanctuary students team and location are very good.
Thank you for your review, we are pleased to hear you found the location, the team and value for money all in a very good experience. we are currently working to relocate the bike sheds closer to the front of the car park in the next couple months, and this should resolve any issues with the racks currently. Many thanks
Up to expectations and standard
We are pleased to have met with your expectations, and hope to continue to provide the suitable service to our residents. Many thanks
Everything else in alliance House at Newington Green, I find good except for properly mgmt as when the heater and washing machine breakdown. However, alliance’s mgmt is not to blame for the slow resolution of issues as it has no control over 3rd party contractors. On the contrary, i see mgmt’s efficiency in terms things it can control, particularly 3rd party supplier coordination, constant communication with residents and providing temporary solutions.
Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear you have found the facilities sufficient at Alliance house and the team capable of handling any issues you have raised with them in an efficient manner. I will pass the feedback on to the team. Many thanks
A place with very friendly staff.
Thank you for the review, we are pleased to hear you encountering our friendly team around the site. Many thanks
The neighbour is not considerate. The staff is generally nice.
Thank you for the review, and I am glad to hear your experience with the team has been positive. As we are located within a community if you have any issues with a neighbour please inform the front desk and they will be able to provide some assistance or guidance. Many thanks
The customer service was good and the lady helped me resolve my problems and the ladies always greeted me as I walked in and lovely staff
Thank you for the review, Its great to hear you are having a positive experience with the team and they are able to help resolve any issues you may have. Many thanks
Lovely staff! Well managed accommodation with a great location. Had a lovely time staying here
We are pleased to hear you have had a great experience with us at Alliance house, thank you for your review. I will pass the feedback on to the team. Many thanks
I am nervous initially having to live in a student accommodation first time far from home. But this experience was great for me. The property and location are both great.
We are happy to hear we have managed to make your living experience comfortable and enjoyable for your first time away from home! We hope you have managed to enjoy your time and make full use of living so close to central London. We will continue to strive for Alliance house to be as accommodating a possible to all of our residents.
I had a great experience at Allaince. The location is very nice, there are 4 bus stops right outside the main gate. Management has been extremely helpful snd supportive.
Thank you for your positive feedback. The site is very well located and serviced by many bus routes heading towards central London. We also have 2 train stations just a short walk away, Canonbury and Dalston. We are happy to hear we have been helpful and supportive of your needs and wish you the best of luck on your endeavours.
genuinely the nicest accommodation I've stayed in throughout my BA and MA study. Everyone is so lovely here and no one makes you feel like just a walking bag of money (I've experience it before and it's horrible). The people here care and it stands out a million miles. Really going to miss everyone's friendliness!
We are glad to hear such positive feedback, and that you have really enjoyed your interactions with the team. I will pass this on to the rest of the staff and hope we continue to make a positive impact on all our residents.
The management team is outstanding,jovial and transparent. The support team too is wonderful. I've really enjoyed Alliance house as a home away from home,and would gladly return when in London. Any issues we had were addressed and we were made to know progress step by step. It is well worth the money :)
Thank you for the positive feedback, we are happy to hear you have enjoyed your time with us. I will pass on your feedback to the rest of the team, and we will continue to provide the same service to all our customers in the hope they will enjoy their time at Alliance House, and experience the great value the team offers to our residents.
I truly appreciate the accomodation and love the super supportive staff. The overall experience was commendable.
Thank you for the review, we are very glad to read you have enjoyed your time at Alliance House and found the team to be supportive and friendly. I will pass your feedback on to the team.
I have really enjoyed staying here. The staff are extremely helpful and make the place a comfortable and enjoyable experience. Special shout out to Toan and Mahmouda who have been a pleasure to interact with and who make staying here that much more enjoyable. :)
Thank you for your review, we are happy to hear you have enjoyed your time at Alliance House and your engagement with the team has been a positive experience, as well as finding the site comfortable during your stay. I will pass your feedback on to the team.
The staff are so friendly. They make Alliance House feel more like a home than student accommodation. The whole property is safe. Not only is there key card, access and locks for the room, there are secure gates that are accessible to students at any time. Newington Green is a safe area. It’s only 20 minutes away from City. And it’s a good base of operation.
Thank you for your review, we are very pleased to hear you feel safe and at home at Alliance House. It is one of our goals to ensure each of our residents feel this way and hearing this feedback means we are on the right track.
Best student housing I've ever lived at. The staff couldn't be lovelier and my room is spacious and feels safe
Thank you for your review. We are very pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope you managed to enjoy the lovely lawn areas as well as the garden/ patio area we have on site, as well as the entertaining common room in the main building. We are also happy to hear you found the site safe, where residents have access to store their bicycles in one of the allocated sheltered areas and that your room was spacious enough for the duration of your time with us. We hope to see you in the future.
Management (higher up) does not care about mental health - didn't allow guests despite government restrictions lifting, even in situations of severe ill health in need of companionship. Security at times crossed professional boundaries, and residents have felt unsafe from their harassment. Complaints are dealt with very poorly - no fines for people violating government Covid-19 restrictions time and time again. Not really a social environment, and flat pairings are very hit and miss. Transport-wise, very far from the tube and quite far from the overground, most accessible by bus which isn't discounted with Oyster. Overall, quite overpriced as is London in general, the redeeming quality is cleaners who are very nice and patient despite how messy it can get.
Good afternoon Thank you for your feedback. We are disappointed to hear that your stay with us was not as expected. You have raised a few issues that we were unaware of and we would really like to investigate them. Could you please email us directly at Alliance.House@sanctuary-students.com so that we can deal with all the issues you have raised. Thank you. Alliance House Management Team.