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From India to Unilife Riverside: The VIP Experience Finding accommodation in Guildford felt like a boss battle, with no one responding to emails and every rental starting from September 14th—except I was arriving on August 16th. Just when I was about to accept my fate of sleeping at Heathrow, BOOM!—Unilife Riverside emailed me about a Luxury VIP Studio. Enter Mr. Mike, the GOAT of hospitality. From Heathrow to my room, he guided me like a personal GPS. At MIDNIGHT, my keycard was ready in the Renzbox, and when I stepped into my studio, I found a home—apples, jams, bread, milk, chocolates, pizza, and more. Jetlagged, overwhelmed, but instantly feeling at home. The next day, Mike’s tour revealed Unilife’s luxury perks—board games, PS5 + big LED, 24/7 coffee, and free breakfast (because why not?). But the best part? The fourth-floor riverside view. Whether eating, gaming, studying, or just chilling—every night looked like a scene from Interstellar.
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Guildford Hall Rankings
| Unilife Riverside House | #1 |
| Bankside Student Living | #2 |
| Guilden Village | #3 |
| The Bridge | #4 |
| Ash Grove Court | #5 |
| Stag Hill Court | #6 |
| Manor Park | #7 |
| Battersea Court | #8 |
| Surrey Court | #9 |
| Scape Guildford | #10 |
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Most helpful review
From India to Unilife Riverside: The VIP Experience Finding accommodation in Guildford felt like a boss battle, with no one responding to emails and every rental starting from September 14th—except I was arriving on August 16th. Just when I was about to accept my fate of sleeping at Heathrow, BOOM!—Unilife Riverside emailed me about a Luxury VIP Studio. Enter Mr. Mike, the GOAT of hospitality. From Heathrow to my room, he guided me like a personal GPS. At MIDNIGHT, my keycard was ready in the Renzbox, and when I stepped into my studio, I found a home—apples, jams, bread, milk, chocolates, pizza, and more. Jetlagged, overwhelmed, but instantly feeling at home. The next day, Mike’s tour revealed Unilife’s luxury perks—board games, PS5 + big LED, 24/7 coffee, and free breakfast (because why not?). But the best part? The fourth-floor riverside view. Whether eating, gaming, studying, or just chilling—every night looked like a scene from Interstellar.
Value for money
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Property management
Cleaning
Social spaces
Social experience
Internet / Wifi
Unilife Riverside House Information
| Telephone | +44 (0)845 5195 100 |
| Postcode | GU1 4TX |
| Price from | £335.00 per week for 25/26 (subject to availability) |
| Top tip | When you refer a friend to Unilife, both you and the new student will receive £250 cash. Visit the website to find out more. |
Room Types
Single Studios Luxury Plus Studio
Single Studios Luxury Studio
Single Studios Premium VIP Studio
Single Studios Premium Extra Studio
Single Studios Premium Plus Studio
Amenities
This property offers a cinema room, dedicated study & work spaces, grab & go breakfast, free hot drinks, on-site gym, yoga classes, laundry, free Netflix, city manager, 24/7 CCTV, on-site maintenance, free contents insurance, private mailbox, WiFi, social events, free bike storage & all bills included. Discover more!
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- Communal Events
- Gym
- Library or Study Area
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Access
Features
- Common Room
- Communal Kitchen
- Meals
- Onsite Cafeteria
Internet Access
- WiFi
People/Staff
- Maintenance Team (24-hour on call)
- Onsite Manager
Recreational Facilities
- Communal Events
- Entertainment Room
- Gym
Security & Safety
- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
Services
- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
Study Support
- Library or Study Area
TV
- Cable TV
- TV License
Travel Times
Unilife Riverside House is located right on River Wey, a 7-minute walk away from the city centre & within easy reach of the library, grocery stores, transport links, shopping centre, restaurants, bars, pubs, nightclubs, shops & sports venues.
University of Surrey
Main Campus3 mins6 mins3 mins0.2 mi
University of Law
Guildford Campus31 mins5 mins25 mins1.9 mi
University for the Creative Arts (UCA)
Farnham4 hours 6 mins20 mins48 mins11.1 mi
Unilife Riverside House Biography
Unilife Riverside House is conveniently located in central Guilford, a short walk from the town centre where there are restaurants, shops, night spots and so much more. Both the University of Surrey and the library are within walking distance of the accommodation.
Residents can enjoy great onsite facilities including a cinema room, on-site gym and dedicated study and workspaces. Social events are also hosted giving students a chance to meet new friends. Enjoy the extra perks like free Netflix, yoga glasses, free hot drinks and grab-and-go breakfast. Stay stress-free knowing there is 24/7 CCTV security, on-site maintenance, city manager, free contents insurance and all bills included. Make use of the free bike storage, on-site laundry and high-speed WiFi.
Riverside Street offers studio rooms and has sharing options available. All rooms are equipped with a bed, kitchen, storage and study space. All you need to do is add your homey touches.
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Q&A
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I have a question about the twodio flat. Is it £230 each or is the cost split between the two people living there, so £115 each?
By member596638 On 23rd December 23
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Do you have accommodation for 17yo student from September 2023?
By member694259 On 30th October 23
Reply from Unilife Riverside House
On 31st October 23
Good Morning,
Thank you very much for your question.
To best assist, could you please provide some additional details about your particular situation?
Please email me on frank@unilife.co.uk and I will be delighted to assist.
Best regards
Frank
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Read Unilife Riverside House Reviews
A nice space with some really cool communal areas
From India to Unilife Riverside: The VIP Experience Finding accommodation in Guildford felt like a boss battle, with no one responding to emails and every rental starting from September 14th—except I was arriving on August 16th. Just when I was about to accept my fate of sleeping at Heathrow, BOOM!—Unilife Riverside emailed me about a Luxury VIP Studio. Enter Mr. Mike, the GOAT of hospitality. From Heathrow to my room, he guided me like a personal GPS. At MIDNIGHT, my keycard was ready in the Renzbox, and when I stepped into my studio, I found a home—apples, jams, bread, milk, chocolates, pizza, and more. Jetlagged, overwhelmed, but instantly feeling at home. The next day, Mike’s tour revealed Unilife’s luxury perks—board games, PS5 + big LED, 24/7 coffee, and free breakfast (because why not?). But the best part? The fourth-floor riverside view. Whether eating, gaming, studying, or just chilling—every night looked like a scene from Interstellar.
Wow—what an incredible review! We’re absolutely thrilled to hear that your journey from India to Unilife Riverside felt like a VIP experience. Finding accommodation can certainly feel like a boss battle, so we’re delighted that we could provide the perfect solution (and save you from an unplanned Heathrow stay!). Mike truly is a legend, and we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words—he’ll be chuffed! It’s great to know that from your midnight arrival to settling in with all the little home comforts, you felt welcome right away. We put a lot of thought into creating a space that feels like home, so it’s fantastic to hear that you’re enjoying the board games, PS5, coffee, breakfast, and of course, that stunning riverside view. If you ever need anything, we’re always here to help!
It was a good accomodation overall, everything is perfect so far. But just a concern about Contract. Joining in February would only provide a contract till September (when the course is 1 year) and after september we are subjected to at least 10 months contract which way exceed or duration of stay. Wheras, those who comes on September gets a normal 1 year contract. Please look into this.
Thank you so much for leaving a positive review of Riverside House! Our team are always available to assist with any queries at yourspace@unilife.co.uk
Nice studios, well maintained (except the plumbing which failed during cold weather) and location close to uni so convenient. However, area is plagued by drunk cretinous louts and can be noisy at midnight
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review at Unilife Riverside House! We value all of our residents feedback. If you experience any issues at all at the residence please contact our City Manager, Mike on mike@unilife.co.uk and he will investigate or call the Unilife emergency number 24 hours a day.
Great expierence. The staff is very helpful and cheerful. Security is also great. The place is kept cleaned. The social spaces are well kept. Laundary is very affordable. The grab and go morning breakfast is very good. The coffee and breakfast facility makes it more easy as a student. The Riverview makes it even more perfect. Its also near to my university which is best for me .Its fun to stay
Thank you for your lovely review of Unilife Riverside House! We’re so glad to hear that you’ve had a great experience at Unilife. Our team works hard to create a welcoming and well-maintained environment, so it’s fantastic to know you’ve found the staff helpful, the security reliable, and the social spaces enjoyable. It’s also great to hear that you’re making the most of the grab-and-go breakfast and coffee—perfect for busy student life! And of course, that River view is beautiful! We’re delighted that our location just a few minutes walk from the University Of Surrey has made things even more convenient for you.
Pretty much the perfect accommodation in every way, only “downside” was the cost, but I shared the studio and split the rent so this was negated and became cheaper, though this did mean two of us living in a small studio.
Thank you so much for your valuable feedback! We are so happy to hear you are enjoying your stay at Riverside House. We do offer a range of studio options, including duel occupancy studios where you can split the cost with a partner or a friend with either a double bed, or twin bed options.
It can take some time for maintenance if you apply via their app. But the property manager at the reception is very helpful and he can probably solve it within a day or two. I think he’s exceptionally good at his role.
Thank you for your feedback! We will pass on your kind words to Mike the City Manager. We think he's great too!
I had a fantastic experience at unilife! The social spaces were amazing – spacious, well-equipped, and perfect for relaxing or connecting with other residents. The management team was outstanding, always approachable and efficient. Special thanks to Mike, who consistently went above and beyond to help with any issues. His friendly attitude made a real difference. If you’re looking for student accommodation with great amenities and excellent support, I highly recommend unilife!
We truly appreciate you leaving such lovely feedback about Riverside House. We agree, the social spaces are perfect for socialising and relaxing, and that view out over the river is beautiful. We will pass your feedback on to Mike, he is always looking to provide students with the ultimate living experience so you can relax, study and enjoy your time at Unilife.
Mike is the best house manger, very helpful and kind and sociable. Made my experience with Unilife extremely enjoyable.
Thank you for your amazing feedback. We agree, Mike is the best and we are delighted to hear you are enjoying your Unilife experience.
So far my experience here has been really positive. Having seen other accommodations around Guildford I was so relieved to find this. The fact that it is so close to the Stag Hill Campus is a brilliant advantage. Also I have a beautiful view and it has been very quiet too. Would highly recommend this. Especially if safety, cleanliness, and a modern environment is priority. Also Mike has been so helpful in helping with the move. He is very hands on and was there to answer any questions. He even helped with rearranging furniture, making sure we had what we needed.
My experience at Unilife Riverside House for the past 2 years has been very pleasant, which one of the reasons why I've decided to stay here for another year or two. The staff here are friendly and helpful, always happy to provide assistance of any kind. The location is also perfect and the price to rent here is great considering all that is included. Maintenance is also quick to resolve any issues that come up. Overall very happy with the overall living experience here.
Best accommodation I have been in.
Unilife is a great place for students, the rooms are very spacious and we love that we have our own kitchen! Very convenient location as it’s close to everything that you need- Train station, shops, and even cinema etc. Also to mention that Mike the city manager of riverside house is always there to help and is always welcoming! Besides this, there is a great range of facilities that Unilife has to offer such as study areas, cinema room a lovely garden area and a communal room for hosting events or even just to relax and play pool! I would recommend Riverside House, Unilife!
I love staying at Unilife, not only are the facilities great but it only takes 5 mins to get to campus. The staff are nice and friendly and although there was once outside issues causing problems with facilities (a water leak on our road), they supported us all through it and kept everyone up to date with any changes. The standard studio room is perfect and doesn’t feel cramped at all especially as there are many spaces within the building you could go to spend time playing games or studying so you aren’t confined to your room anyways. Would always recommend especially if you’re wanting to share a studio with a partner / friend, there’s still enough room.
Incredible experience so far! Makes everything about University life so enjoyable with extremely friendly and helpful staff, amazing facilities and a fantastic location. So happy to be staying here!
Dear Reviewer, Thank you very much for your generous and very positive feedback. We are delighted that you are thoroughly enjoying your experience at Unilife Riverside House. I am particularly impressed that you highlighted all elements that make us so unique: location, facilities and service. Best regards Frank
All the best time come from Frank.
Dear Reviewer, Thank you very much for your lovely and kind feedback. We are delighted that you are thoroughly enjoying your stay at Unilife Riverside House in Guildford. Best regards Frank
Excellent! I love living here! It is a super nice accommodation to enjoy my uni life. It is super convenient, which means it is close to uni campus, train station and even town center, and all within walk distance. Also, the staff are very welcoming and helpful. Manager Frank is the nicest person in the world. He is always greeting me and asking how are you, it makes me feel like home. All the facility in the studio are very modern and user friendly. It is enjoyable to live in such a place.
Dear Reviewer Thank you very much for your amazing review and your generous feedback. We are delighted that you truly enjoy living with us and I personally welcome your very kind words about myself and the team. Service is paramount for us at Unilife so your words mean a lot. We are also very happy that you enjoy all the facilities including your very own studio. Looking forward to seeing you soon Best regards Frank
It was recommended from one of my friends who loved this accommodation, and after staying for 2 weeks here I can understand why! Their hospitality and kindness helped me feel welcomed and very comfortable!
Thank you very much for your lovely review Fereniki, We are delighted that you thoroughly enjoyed your stay at Unilife Riverside House and that we were able to leave you with such a great impression. Please offer your friend our appreciation for recommending us. We look forward to welcoming you back to Unilife! Best regards Frank
I have been loving at Unilife Riverside House for nearly a year and have been loving my experience! Perfectly located, 5 minute walk from Ini Campus and a 10 minute walk from the centre with no need for transport, the studios are very well appointed, modern and spacious. I have my own kitchen and bathroom, super comfy double bed, dining area and study area. I love that I have my own TV and they even include Netflix! The property is very well maintained and cleaned and the service could not be better! In this particular element, a huge Shout to the manager Frank who is always available even on the phone and ready to help whenever needed. The communal areas are great too! I have a gym available 24/7, laundry, table tennis, pool table, PS5 and dedicated study rooms. The Internet is excellent and I can have 3 devices running at the same time without any issues. Makes it great to talk with family and friends abroad whilst carrying out my course work, Overall, just Great!