One of the biggest decisions you will have to make is where you would like to live in Dublin. We highly recommend booking Student Residences and to apply early and to multiple locations

Student Residence Accommodation Information for students considering living in student residence accommodation

Student Residence accommodation is purpose built student accommodation and is the only long-term accommodation you can book in advance of your arrival to Dublin. This saves you valuable time, as you don't need to search for accommodation when you arrive.

Most of the residential options are fairly new and purpose-built properties all around Dublin city. Some options are within walking distance of NCI, others are well connected by public transport.

What to consider

Pros

  • Advance booking from your home country
  • Time-saving as no need for accommodation search in Dublin
  • Secure living
  • New, purpose-built & stylish properties with great facilities
  • Sociable environment
  • On-site maintenance

Cons

  • You may need to book for the academic year
  • Can sell out quickly
  • Can be expensive
  • House rules may not suit your lifestyle
  • You do not get to choose who you live with
  • Difficult to cancel contract you have committed for

Accommodation Links 

There are a large number of student residence accommodations in Dublin. We have collected some helpful information for you below.

Please note NCI is not affiliated with any of the listed accommodation providers. NCI have not visited nor vetted any of these accommodation options. Details are for information only. 

Student residence booking websites

Booking websites for student accommodation in Ireland.

Student residences websites

NCI reaches out to some of the student residences below to ask about availability and any updates we have will be included.

    Student Residences Booking Availability Commuting Time to NCI
    Hubble Availability for January 2024 (updated 08/11/2024) Next to NCI
    Point Campus | Dublin Nest Limited availability for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 01/11/2023) 9 min by public transport, 4 min by bike, 13 min walk
    Buckley Hall Very limited availability for Jan 24 intake. Only taking bookings directly through their webpage (updated 31/10/2023) 9 min by public transport, 5min bike, 12 min walk
    Kavanagh Court | Yugo Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year(updated 18/04/2023) 13 min by public transport, 8 min by bike or 17 min walk
    Liv Student Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 03/07/2023) 14 min by public transport, 12 min by bike, or 30 min walk
    Beckett House Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year Advised to join waiting list (on their website) for any students who leave in January 2024 (updated 31/10/2023) 16 min by public transport, 10 min by bike, or 20 min walk
    Highlight Parkgate Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 03/07/2023) 19 min by public transport, 19 min by bike, or 46 min walk
    Dominick Place Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 031/10/2023) 19 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 28 min walk
    Highlight Thomas Street Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 06/11/2023) 19 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 39 min walk
    Stoneybatter Place Very limited availability for January 2024
(updated 31/10/2023)
20 min by public transport, 17 min by bike, or 40 min walk
    Scape Dublin | Dublin Nest Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 18/04/2023) 21 min by public transport, 10 min by bike, or 28 min walk
    A W Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 18/04/2023) 21 min by public transport, 12 min by bike, or 35 min walk
    Dorset Point Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 17/04/2023) 22 min by public transport, 12 min by bike, or 30 min walk
    Broadstone Hall | Yugo Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year. Check official Yugo website for cancellations (updated 31/10/2023) 22 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 34 min walk
    Binary Hub Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year. Advised to join waiting list (on their website) for any students who leave in January 2024 (updated 31/10/2023) 22 min by public transport, 13 min by bike, or 39 min walk
    Ardcairn House | Yugo Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year. Check official Yugo website for cancellations (updated 17/04/2023) 22 min by public transport, 16 min by bike, or 40 min walk
    Swuite Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year. Email to be added to the waiting list for cancellations (updated 31/10/2023) 22 min by public transport, 16 min by bike or 42 min walk
    Highfield House | Mezzino Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year Email to be added to the waiting list for cancellations (updated 31/10/2023) 25 min by public transport, 16 min by bike or 40 min walk
    Heyday Carman's Hall Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year. Email to be added to the waiting list for cancellations (updated 31/10/2023) 25 min by public transport, 12 min by bike or 36 min walk
    Ardee Point Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 17/04/2023) 26 min by public transport, 15 min by bike, or 43 minute walk
    The Tannery Very limited availability for January 2024
(updated 31/10/2023)
27 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 41 minute walk
    Cork Street Limited availability for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 01/11/2023) 28 min by public transport, 16 min by bike, or 47 minute walk
    The Loom Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 17/04/2023) 30 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 45 min walk
    New Mill | Yugo Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 17/04/2023) 26 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 42 min walk
    Highfield Park | Yugo Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 31/10/2023) 27 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 43 min walk
    Brewers Close | Yugo Very limited availability for January 2024
(updated 31/10/2023)
29 min by public transport, 15 min by bike, or 43 min walk
    Brickworks | Mezzino Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year
Email brickworksenquires@mezzino.ie to be added to the wait list (updated 31/10/2023)
30 min by public transport, 16 min by bike or 48 min walk
    Griffith Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 03/07/2023) 35 min by public transport, 20 min by bike, or 50 min walk
    JBs Student Campus Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 17/04/2023) 38 min by public transport or 22 min by bike
    Montrose Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 17/04/2023) 40 min by public transport or 24 min by bike
    Shanowen Hall Fully booked for 2023/2024 academic year (updated 31/10/2023) 40 min by public transport or 25 min by bike
    Gateway Student Village Limited availability for 2023/2024 academic year. Recommended to book directly through their webpage (updated 17/04/2023) 45 min by public transport or 30 min by bike
    Hazelwood Student Village   50 min by public transportation or 30 min by bike
    Aspen Student Homes Limited availability for 2023/2024 academic year. Recommended to book directly through their webpage (updated 17/04/2023) 51 min by public transportation or 28 min by bike