Bath Uni Accommodation Recommendation

I’m an international student that is applying for Bath this year and I’m researching about the accommodation beforehand. I’m aware that we can choose 7 options and the decision is randomised. I don’t need the Eat and Drink credit, and also don’t want shared or standard rooms (I prefer ensuite rooms). Moreover, the cost is not my biggest concern, however, I would love to know about budget friendly options that ticks all of the boxes above. It would be lovely if you guys can give me your opinions or advices regarding the accommodation. Thank you so much!

Hey there!
Awesome to hear you're interested in Bath and that you're thinking ahead!
Based on what you've said you're looking for, I think 2 that would be worth checking out for you would be Woodland Court and Marlborough & Solsbury Court.
Woodland
Non-eat and drink credit, ensuite. Beautiful quiet location surrounded by trees, up to 18 students per block, lovely comfy double beds 🙂 . £239 a week for 38 weeks (at time of writing!).
Marlborough & Solsbury
Non-eat and drink credit, ensuite. Located in the modern East side of campus on a green patch with a small path to the Lime Tree cafe (great pizzas) and the Chancellor's building where a lot of lectures are held, from 5-7 students per flat. £235 per week for 38 weeks (at time of writing!).
Accommodation I would not personally recommend would be the Quads (rooms very small), Polden (inconvenient location and very expensive), or Osbourne House (very nice and quiet but very out of the way of campus).
You can take a look at the other options right here - perhaps take a look at those and a few other options you'd be happy with for your list 🙂
I hope this helps a bit but let me know if you have any more questions!
Holly
University of Bath

Thank you so much for the advice, Holly! It has been extremely helpful! Other than the two accommodations that you recommended for me, are there any other suitable options - as we have to choose & rank 7? Moreover, may I ask a bit more about the ensuite rooms? For the accommodations that have both standards and ensuite options, is it possible if I only want to apply for the ensuite or will it be randomised (either standard or ensuite)? And I’m also aware that the contract is only 38 weeks (for most of them) so in the summer, (because I’m an international student) if I go back to my country then do I have to bring everything back or can I just leave it there throughout the summer?

Its all expensive - and finding accomodation for 2nd and 3rd year is a nightmare. Second-homes, Airbnb and tourist lets have pushed the prices sky high and reduced the supply of 'normal' flat lets.

whats a typical rent for a private accom?

I’m not OP, but anyone know when Bath accommodation applications normally open/close? And if it’s a major issue if I only apply after results day?

Hello,
For firm offer holders accommodation registration will open on May 1st and close on July 1st.
All firm offer holders will receive an email from ResLife inviting them to register.
Accommodation is not allocated on a first come, first served basis.
If you are a firm offer holder you will need to register by July 1st though so don't wait until you've got your results in August!
Here's a link to the information:
https://www.bath.ac.uk/guides/applying-for-undergraduate-student-accommodation/
Hope this helps,
Ailsa
University of Bath

I’m going to bath as my insurance (but I think I probably won’t meet my firm offer), so I wanted to know what it’s like applying in august, I know that I’ll get the “bottom of the heap” accommodation, but do you know how bad it will be?

I’m going to bath as my insurance (but I think I probably won’t meet my firm offer), so I wanted to know what it’s like applying in august, I know that I’ll get the “bottom of the heap” accommodation, but do you know how bad it will be?

I’m an international student that is applying for Bath this year and I’m researching about the accommodation beforehand. I’m aware that we can choose 7 options and the decision is randomised. I don’t need the Eat and Drink credit, and also don’t want shared or standard rooms (I prefer ensuite rooms). Moreover, the cost is not my biggest concern, however, I would love to know about budget friendly options that ticks all of the boxes above. It would be lovely if you guys can give me your opinions or advices regarding the accommodation. Thank you so much!

When choosing your seven preferences for self-catered accommodation, focus on ensuite options without Eat & Drink credit. The most cost-effective halls include John Wood Building (ensuite shower rooms from £218 to £221 per week, £8,284–£8,398 for 38 weeks) and Green Park House (ensuite shower from £221 per week, £8,398 per contract). Marlborough Court and Solsbury Court suites are modestly priced at £235 per week (£8,930 for 38 weeks), while Woodland Court ensuite rooms cost £239–£245 per week (£9,082–£9,310 per contract). To maximize your chances, list these four halls as your top choices and fill the remaining three slots with similar ensuite options, such as Carpenter House, John Wood Court, or Thornbank Gardens, as backups.

When choosing your seven preferences for self-catered accommodation, focus on ensuite options without Eat & Drink credit. The most cost-effective halls include John Wood Building (ensuite shower rooms from £218 to £221 per week, £8,284–£8,398 for 38 weeks) and Green Park House (ensuite shower from £221 per week, £8,398 per contract). Marlborough Court and Solsbury Court suites are modestly priced at £235 per week (£8,930 for 38 weeks), while Woodland Court ensuite rooms cost £239–£245 per week (£9,082–£9,310 per contract). To maximize your chances, list these four halls as your top choices and fill the remaining three slots with similar ensuite options, such as Carpenter House, John Wood Court, or Thornbank Gardens, as backups.

Hi, was wondering if shared bathroom accom are as competitive as ensuite?

Hi there 🙂
It really does vary each year. Shared bathrooms tend to be less popular than ensuites year on year but with the cost of living going up I expect that more people will be looking at non-ensuite options to save a bit of money. I'd say that generally ensuites are more competitive but when you submit your accom application has no bearing on whether you'll get your first choices as long as you apply by the 1st July 2025.
Personally I stayed in a shared bathroom block of flats in Westwood, Derhill and actually really enjoyed my time there. Not having an ensuite didn't impact my experience negatively at all and it meant I saved money. I'd defo recommend Westwood, Eastwood and Norwood House as budget-friendly shared bathroom options.
Hope this helps!
Holly
University of Bath