Accommodation — living in London
Homestay Accommodation — friendly host families and comfortable homes
We have paid special attention to our homestay accommodation, so families and homes that we have inspected and selected share some common important features:
- The home must be clean and comfortable and enable the student to study quietly.
- The family must be able to provide a good breakfast and/or a good evening meal daily.
- The families must be friendly and helpful and so give the students plenty of opportunity to practise their English outside the classroom and school.
- The location of our homestay accommodation must be where students can easily reach the school by underground or bus with no more than 30-50 minutes travelling time.
- London is a city of many cultures and this is reflected in the homestays that we use. Many of our families have children, some have pets and some are single or retired. We do our best to match the needs, requests and interests of the students with the homestay, in order to make your stay in London as enjoyable as possible.
- You should remember that you are living in a family home and have respect for the rules of the home.
SGI recognises that when you are away from home it is important that you feel comfortable wherever you live.
Homestay Accommodation
We have paid special attention to our homestay accommodation, so families and homes that we have inspected and selected share some common important features.
Student Residence
Many students who prefer a more independent approach choose to stay at one of our student residences in Central London. We can recommend a wide range of reasonably priced 2-5 star hotels in the capital. Small groups or families may prefer to stay in a short-term apartment.
Hotels and apartments
SGI can help arrange your own hotel or apartment accommodation
Homestay
| London Tube Zones | Zones 4 and 5 | Zone 3 | Zones 1 and 2 | |
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| Journey time to school | 45-55 mins | 20-40 mins | 15-30 mins | |
| Price per week | B&B | £115 | £155 | £195 |
| B&B + Evening Meal | £140 | £180 | £220 | |
Homestay categories
Private
bathrooms available at an extra charge of £30 a week.
Student residences
Many students who prefer a more independent approach choose to stay at one of our student residences, which are all situated in Central London. Student residences are basic but clean and comfortable, and the bathrooms are shared with other students. Depending on the residence, you may choose either a single room or, if you are coming with a friend, a twin room. Some of our residences offer breakfast or evening meal, and others are self-catering.
| Residence | Price per night | Availability | Meals | Closest tube (Tube lines) |
Walking time to school |
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| International Students House (ISH) | Single £33 Twin £29 3-4 bed £22 |
All Year ( £5 supp Jul/Aug) | Bed and breakfast (Half Board Supp £5p/n) |
Great Portland Street Hammersmith & City + Metropolitan Circle Lines |
7 minutes |
| Located in several buildings next to Regents Park. Single and twin and 3 & 4 bedded (year round). All rooms have wash basins. Other facilities include restaurant, bar, evening entertainment and air-conditioned gym. |
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| Durand House | Single £30 Studio £35 |
All year | Room only | Stockwell Northern + Victoria Lines |
25 minutes by Underground |
Studio apartments £44 per night |
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| Situated in south London this modern residence offers room only. All rooms have en-suite facilities with desk, TV, fridge and modem point. Durand House has recently opened its own fitness centre including gym and swimming pool facilities. |
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| Schafer House | Single £30 |
Summer only | Self-catering | Warren Northern + Victoria Lines |
15 minutes walk |
| Located near Tottenham Court Road, arranged in apartments with 5 single bedrooms. Each bedroom has wash basin. Flats have shower room, two toilets and kitchen. (Note: there is a 2 week minimum stay period) |
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| Studius | Single £32 Studios £39 (minimum stay 4 weeks) |
All Year (Sept - June Minimum stay 4 weeks. July & Aug Minimum stay 1 week.) | Self -catering |
Angel Northern Line |
20 minutes by underground |
| Located in trendy Islington. Each room features: Pod shower-room including wash basin and WC, kitchenette with integrated fridge, microwave and hob, desk/study area, wardrobe and ample storage, quality bed, flatscreen TV/High speed internet access, personalised swipe card and private phone | |||||
Hotels and apartments
SGI can help arrange your own hotel or apartment accommodation all around Central London. We can recommend a wide range of reasonably priced 2-5 star hotels in the capital. Small groups or families may prefer to stay in a short-term apartment. Prices may vary according to time of year.
| Hotel/Apartment | Price per night | Meals | Description |
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Blandford Hotel |
Single £110 Twin £125 |
B&B | Basic level hotel. Private bathroom and TV. Car Park. Located near Baker Street tube station. Approximately 15 minute walk to school. |
| Westminster Hotel |
Single £90 Twin £110 |
B&B | Near Bayswater & Queensway tube stations. Converted from Victorian townhouses, it retains a traditional atmosphere. Each room has TV, phone, tea/coffee maker, hair dryer and radio alarm clock |
| Holiday Inn Regents Park Hotel |
Single £140 Twin £160 |
B&B | Modern hotel only 8 minutes walk to school. Rooms have phone, fridge, TV, hairdryer and room service. Restaurant. |
| Grange Langham Court Hotel |
Single £140 Twin £160 |
Room only | 4 star traditional hotel just 5 minutes walk to school. Ensuite bathroom, trouser press, hairdryer, tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TV. Restaurant, wine bar and lounge bar. |
| Vancouver Studios | Single £95 Twin £120 |
Self catering | Bayswater location with busy restaurants, bars, shops and cinemas. Close to Kensington Palace and Hyde Park. Mini kitchen, ensuite bathroom with shower, TV, phone, laundry and daily maid service. |