By
Becky Butler
Posted 2 weeks ago
Thu 16 Apr, 2026 09:04 AM
Applications for new students for the 2026/27 academic year will open on 20 April. If you are a new student, meet our criteria, and submit your application by 23:59 on Wednesday 1 July, you will be guaranteed an offer of accommodation in a single-occupancy room for 2026/27.
To submit your request for halls in 2026/27, visit the Accommodation Portal during the application window.
Why choose halls accommodation
Halls accommodation at the University of Southampton offers lots of benefits:
- Unilink bus pass*
- Sept-July contract option —avoiding year-round rent
- Access to halls events and activities
- Free use of laundry and tumble dryers, detergent included
- All-inclusive rents — no additional utility or Wi-Fi bills
- 24-hour receptions and site security
- 24/7 maintenance support
- Comprehensive contents insurance — including cover for bikes
- Secure bike storage
*Not included for Erasmus Park or Orion Point contracts
Accommodation fees 2026/27
To help you make your decision about which hall is right for you, we are sharing the confirmed student accommodation fees and contract dates for the 2026/27 academic year.
Archers Road
| Room Type | Weekly Cost 2025/26 | Contract Length |
|---|---|---|
| Standard en-suite | £180.53 | 38 or 41 weeks |
City Gateway
| Room Type | Weekly Cost 2025/26 | Contract Length |
|---|---|---|
| Standard en-suite | £194.67 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced studio | £267.75 | 51 weeks |
| One-bedroom flat (couples) | £284.48 | 51 weeks |
| Enhanced plus shared apartment | £185.92 | 51 weeks |
Glen Eyre
| Room Type | Weekly Cost 2025/26 | Contract Length |
|---|---|---|
| Basic shared bathroom | £157.64 | 41 weeks |
| Standard shared bathroom | £164.85 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced shared bathroom | £169.96 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced plus shared bathroom | £185.92 | 41 weeks |
| Standard en-suite | £214.20 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced en-suite | £223.51 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced plus en-suite | £234.85 | 41 weeks |
| Standard studio | £262.64 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced studio | £267.75 | 41 or 51 weeks |
| Enhanced studio (larger) | £281.12 | 41 or 51 weeks |
| One-bedroom flat (couples) | £284.48 | 51 weeks |
Highfield Hall
| Room Type | Weekly Cost 2025/26 | Contract Length |
|---|---|---|
| Studybed shared bathroom (catered) | £223.30 | 41 weeks |
| Standard shared bathroom (catered) | £241.71 | 41 weeks |
| Standard en-suite (catered) | £270.06 | 41 weeks |
| Standard studio | £262.64 | 38 weeks |
Mayflower
| Room Type | Weekly Cost 2025/26 | Contract Length |
|---|---|---|
| Standard en-suite (incl. gym membership) | £204.54 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced plus en-suite (incl. gym membership) | £227.92 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced plus en-suite (larger) (incl. gym membership) | £236.25 | 41 weeks |
| Standard studio (incl. gym membership) | £269.15 | 41 or 51 weeks |
| Enhanced studio (incl. gym membership) | £272.23 | 41 or 51 weeks |
| Enhanced studio (larger) (incl. gym membership) | £282.52 | 41 or 51 weeks |
| One-bedroom flat (couples) | £304.71 | 41 or 51 weeks |
Wessex Lane
| Room Type | Weekly Cost 2025/26 | Contract Length |
|---|---|---|
| Standard shared bathroom | £139.09 | 41 weeks |
| Standard shared bathroom (larger) | £144.20 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced shared bathroom | £157.64 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced shared bathroom (larger) | £164.85 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced plus shared bathroom | £185.92 | 41 weeks |
| Standard en-suite | £194.67 | 41 weeks |
| Enhanced en-suite | £200.83 | 38 weeks |
| Enhanced plus en-suite | £205.17 | 38 weeks |
| Standard studio | £252.56 | 41 weeks |
Erasmus Park
| Room Type | Weekly Cost 2025/26 | Contract Length |
|---|---|---|
| Standard en-suite (excl. bus pass) | £177.45 | 41 weeks |
Contract Dates 2026/27
UK Students
- 38 Week (all halls) — 12 September 2026 to 5 June 2027
- 41 Week (Mayflower and Glen Eyre) — 10 September 2026 to 24 June 2027
- 41 Week (City Gateway) — 11 September 2026 to 25 June 2027
- 41 Week (all other halls) — 12 September 2026 to 26 June 2027
- 51 Week (UoS-owned and -operated halls) — 10 September 2026 to 2 September 2027
- 51 Week (partner hall Orion Point) — 12 September 2026 to 4 September 2027
Payment Dates 2026/27
- 21 September 2026
- 18 January 2027
- 12 April 2027
- 1 July 2027 (51 week contracts only)
Once you have made your choice, visit the Accommodation Portal during the application window to submit your request for Halls in 2026/27.
Further information about the process can be found here on Halls Life.
If you need additional assistance, please contact the Student Hub.
