As a newcomer in the city of London, moving in can be very intimidating for many, but that was not the case for Canto Court. The people working here can be some of the nicest and most helpful in regards to day-to-day needs, food recommendations, getting to know the local area (very nice street with nearby stores and good food) and any general inquiries. For example, I had a semi-clogged shower drain recently, I talked to the reception and they immediately got a guy to help me with that right away. I haven’t had a single issue living here. The tenants are also really great people. I have made many friends that have made my stay here that much more enjoyable. My overall experience is way better than expected, I would definitely recommend this student accommodation for anyone who is looking for one.
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| Student Living Heights | #7 |
| Don Gratton House | #8 |
| Rahere Court | #9 |
| Therese House | #10 |
| Canto Court | #11 |
| Canvas Walthamstow | #12 |
| Romano Court | #13 |
| Sherren House | #14 |
| iQ Shoreditch | #15 |
| Scape Shoreditch | #16 |
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As a newcomer in the city of London, moving in can be very intimidating for many, but that was not the case for Canto Court. The people working here can be some of the nicest and most helpful in regards to day-to-day needs, food recommendations, getting to know the local area (very nice street with nearby stores and good food) and any general inquiries. For example, I had a semi-clogged shower drain recently, I talked to the reception and they immediately got a guy to help me with that right away. I haven’t had a single issue living here. The tenants are also really great people. I have made many friends that have made my stay here that much more enjoyable. My overall experience is way better than expected, I would definitely recommend this student accommodation for anyone who is looking for one.
Canto Court Information
| Telephone | +44 207 608 2554 |
| Postcode | EC1V 9BD |
| Features | Within a 20-minute walk from the University of Law, City University, Guildhall School of Music & Drama & Coventry University & within a 23-minute tube ride to numerous London universities. Common room, onsite maintenance, experienced & friendly team, on-site gym, 24/7 support, CCTV, utility bills included, courtyard, laundry facilities, secure fob/card access, bike storage, study space, WiFi & contents insurance. |
| Top tip | Canto Court student accommodation has 164 stylish rooms set over eight floors, some of which enjoy views across London’s iconic skyline. Visit website to find out more. |
Canto Court Biography
Canto Court offers a stylish and vibrant student lifestyle in the heart of London, just down the road from the well-known tech hub, “Silicon Roundabout”. It’s located on Old Street, Shoreditch, and is only a three-minute walk from Old Street Station, giving students easy access to school. You can roll out of bed and walk to numerous universities, alternatively, you can take a quick tube ride to man other London universities.
Canto Court’s experienced and dedicated staff are there to ensure you feel comfortable, well looked after, and enjoy your stay. On-site, you’ll find vibrant social areas, including, a fully kitted gym, cosy common room, and outdoor courtyard. Everything you need has been covered, including secure bike storage, laundry facilities, on-site maintenance, study rooms, and of course, high-speed wifi. You can also benefit from having 24/7 support, CCTV, utility bills included in the rent, secure access and contents insurance.
Their thoughtfully designed studios all come fully furnished, en-suite, and with modern finishings. There is a choice between five types of studios, all with excellent natural light, a comfy bed, kitchen area, a sleek bathroom, study space, and a generous amount of storage. The building boasts 8 floors, 164 rooms, and some beautiful views of the London skyline.
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I had a wonderful time at Canto Court! The staff are super friendly and supportive. They always try their best to assist with my queries.
The staff is friendly and always helps me. There is a Co-op, Aldi, and M&S around the accommodation. It is a very convenient and safe area.
As a newcomer in the city of London, moving in can be very intimidating for many, but that was not the case for Canto Court. The people working here can be some of the nicest and most helpful in regards to day-to-day needs, food recommendations, getting to know the local area (very nice street with nearby stores and good food) and any general inquiries. For example, I had a semi-clogged shower drain recently, I talked to the reception and they immediately got a guy to help me with that right away. I haven’t had a single issue living here. The tenants are also really great people. I have made many friends that have made my stay here that much more enjoyable. My overall experience is way better than expected, I would definitely recommend this student accommodation for anyone who is looking for one.
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review, we hope you continue to enjoy your stay. Many thanks, Canto Court Team.
I recently had the pleasure of staying in Canto Court. From the moment I moved in, I was impressed by the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff. Whenever I had a question, they were always available to provide an answer. What impressed me most, however, was the level of care and concern they showed for their residents. They truly went above and beyond to ensure that I was comfortable and happy during my stay. They also helped me with my disability, which made my experience even more enjoyable. Overall, I highly recommend this student accommodation to anyone in need of a safe, comfortable, and supportive living environment.
Thank you for rating us 5 Stars, we are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. Canto Court Team
It was an amazing experience and the staff was always friendly and helpful. Most importantly, there was always someone at the front desk at any time of the day and night. Safety is a priority at Canto Court, with multiples sturdy doors that need to be activated with your card to enter the building and navigate within it, and regular fire alarm exercises. I have encountered absolutely no noise disturbance for the duration of my stay, even when there were parties in the common areas. Although I am a light sleeper, I was never woken up (or prevented to fall asleep) by an external noise. The residence is extremely well maintained: when a door knob or a washing machine is out of order (there are 4 of them, so it is very rare to have to wait to do the laundry), it is swiftly repaired. This place is number one if you're looking for student accommodation in London, without any doubt. There is an attention for detail and an empathy emanating from the staff that is absolutely exceptional.
I had an excellent stay in canto court. The room is modern, clean, smart and has great noise cancellation even though I live on ground floor. The security is managed very well. The staff are all very lovely and friendly and helpful. The location is excellent as well. With subway station minutes away, and various grocery stores are just nearby. I strongly recommend living here.
Thank you so much for your great review. Our location really is great and convenient, and we do our best to ensure that our residents always feel safe and welcomed! We are very glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Warm regards, Canto Court Team
Great location and the staff is amazing!
Hi there! Thank you very much. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay! Canto Court Team
Staff are very friendly, building is well take care of, and the location of the accommodation is very convenient. Would definitely recommend!
Hello! I will make sure to pass your kind words onto our staff and I am glad you enjoyed the surroundings during your stay. Thank you! Canto Court Team
We love it very much，the staff are very friendly. The environment and location are excellent, supermarkets and subway are really close to it. We live in the premium Studio for two years, very good experience.
Hi there! Thank you for your kind words! We are very glad you had such an amazing experience with us throughout your uni years. Our location is indeed very convenient for both studying and fun times! Kind regards, Canto Court Team
Overall it was a good student accommodation but what made it better was the feeling sent by the staff as it was obvious they cared.
Hello there, thank you so much for your review! We are flattered by your kind words 😊 I will make sure to pass it onto the rest of our team and we are very glad you enjoyed your stay!! – Kindest regards, Canto Court Team
Canto Court is great student accommodation with its very friendly staff. You can always ask for information or any help you need and they are always there for you. I really appreciate my time staying here where there is easy access to anywhere and the facilities are also very good. If you are planning to stay in student accommodation, I think Canto Court is one of the best places you should be searching for.
Thank you for your review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay in Canto Court! Our team’s priority is to make sure that our residents have access to all facilities that we provide. Our maintenance team is always there to help you in case of any emergencies. We are glad that you had a lovely stay in Canto – Best wishes! Canto Court Team
Very nice accommodation condition with very friendly staff workin here. Feeling like home everyday staying here
Thank you for your kind words, in Canto we really try to create a homely and friendly atmosphere. It is great to hear that you have enjoyed your stay with us. 😊 Wishing you all the best, Canto Court Team
Great experience so far. The (classic) studio is well-equipped and quite spacious for one person. The staff is very nice and helpful. The property appears to be very well-maintained, and the location quite near the city centre is excellent.
Thank you so much for your great review! Our location really is great and convenient for a wide variety of universities around London. There are plenty of students from universities across different areas in Canto as our transport links are very convenient! We do our best to ensure that our residents have access to the facilities you would find in regular flats like a TV, kitchen appliances and in-suite bathroom! Our Classic studios are always updated, so the residents feel comfortable! We are very glad you enjoyed your stay 😊 – Kindest regards, Canto Court Team
I have lived in Canto Court for 4 years, and have enjoyed my stay to the fullest. The location is very convenient with restaurants, bars and public transport options available very close to the accommodation. Social space and the rooms are very good and comfortable, and the team managing the building is excellent. I highly recommend Canto.
Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate you staying in Canto for those 4 years! Easy access to public areas is one of the things that makes our location so great for students. Having a restaurant on site with discounts for tenants sure helps too! 😊 We are delighted to hear from you, wishing you all the best! Canto Court Team
Overall, my experience living at Canto Court wasn’t great. The social life here is awful with not many social events organised throughout the year. I wouldn’t say the hallways are immaculately clean either especially the carpets. The studios and hallways are very small too, did make me feel a bit claustrophobic. The way the management dealt with COVID19 was disgusting, almost using the terrible situation to make money from students by offering no rent reductions even though some of us had left our studios in March 2020 to be with our families. This means there must have been a reduction in heating, water and electricity bills due to vacant studios, again a way for Canto Court to save money. Luckily I’ve moved to a better a student accommodation provider for my final year of university. I wouldn’t recommend Canto Court to any students.
We are sorry to hear that you were left unsatisfied with your stay. We followed COVID-19 guidelines which resulted in us postponing all social events planned for the year. However, we really tried to keep tenants happy by maintaining social areas, providing free masks, and inserting protecting screens. There are also regular cleanings along with maintenance on site. It is a shame that you had some negative experiences living with us, please get in touch with us to discuss further: info@cantocourt.com. Canto Court Management
Great place to live as a Masters student. Really friendly staff and nice rooms with lots of storage space.
Thank you for your kind words, in Canto we really try to create a homely and friendly atmosphere. It is great to hear that you have enjoyed your stay with us. 😊 Wishing you all the best, Canto Court Team
Great student accommodation, the studios are nice and the staff is very friendly. Location is good, with bus stops and tube stations near by. I definitely recommend it.
Thank you for your kind words! We know how frustrating it is to find a space with enough storage, luckily there is plenty in our rooms! 😊 There are different facilities like suitcase storage that really help tenants to fit in all of their belongings. Wishing all the best, Canto Court Team
The best accommodation in central London with the sweetest and most caring staff.
Thank you for your kind words. Our team is indeed very friendly and is always willing to help! 😊 – Best wishes, Canto Court Team
Great place to live in London as a student. Situated centrally with close proximity to major tube stations like Old street and Barbican. Makes commuting so much easier as there are frequent buses just outside the building. Due to its location traveling to University and exploring around London is super convenient and easy. The accommodation is very cozy and rooms are big and spacious. There is a good outdoor courtyard with table tennis and a common room. The best part about this accommodation is the management team. They are super prompt with their replies and in addressing any issues. They know all the tenants living there and give a very friendly and personal service to everyone. They have well equipped facilities and amenities. The internet is fast and have never experienced any interruption regarding it. An overall amazing place to stay at!
Covid-19: They have installed hand sanitiser stations across the accommodation and the management team are seen frequently disinfecting door handles etc.
Thank you for your review. Canto’s location is great and convenient, there are excellent public transport links including busses and tube. Our Courtyard is one of the highlights of the site, especially great to study during summer! Wishing you all the best, Canto Court Team
I am starting my third year of living at Canto and I honestly cannot imagine living anywhere else. The facilities are great, the staff are amazing and super helpful. If anything breaks - it is immediately fixed. Considering the location, 24/7 security is incredible. Everyone goes out of their way to make sure you are well and you don’t have any issues. Canto has a very small independent apartment feel, which is what I like. The courtyard is also great!
Covid-19: I had to come back to London urgently from my exchange year, and Canto Court has been incredibly helpful as they turned around a room someone vacated within a matter of two days and I was able to move in. They have been welcoming and accommodating and I’m happy to be a part of the Canto community.
Thank you for your kind words. Covid-19 was sudden for everybody, and our team’s priority was the safety and well-being of our tenants. We followed government guidelines happy by maintaining social areas, providing free masks, and inserting protecting screens. We are glad that the pandemic didn’t stop you from enjoying your stay with us! – Kindest regards, Canto Court Team
I quit this years Uni and passed my lease, but the time I was there meant a claustrophobic experience as the studios are very small and with very limited natural light. Going for shared apartment again next year.
Its hard to describe the horror during the pandemic. Basically most students left, and they were radio silent about any possible break clause or rent reduction or something like that. Were having thousands stuck in a place were not using. Dont go to private student accommodations like this, they dont care about you, but your money.
Awful experience at Canto Court awful, I've lived in many student accommodations, tremendous ones. It was not the case in Canto Court. Covid-19 caused a lot of us students to flee the country to our homes and there was no flexibility shown in negotiating rent. If I was to choose again accommodation in London, I wouldn't go for Canto Court.
Terrible behaviour during the pandemic outbreak. I got the virus due to bad manegment. once I had to leave the accommodation, cause I was sick+ uni was closed, they weren't even a tiny bit flexible on rent. not landlords, but rent seekers, they probably have the building with extreme high leverage from the bank, and can't afford to lower rent for even a secound at the cost of going broke.
I had an amazing time at Canto Court and would recommend it to any student who wants a supportive and safe living space. The rooms are well-equipped and very comfortable. The staff, Marta, Marcin and Ian, are absolutely amazing. I had a visiting partner during my stay and had to cut my lease short, but the staff have been extremely helpful, accommodating and flexible - they solved all my problems with no hassle. If you have any concern, don't hesitate to ask them! Another other great thing is the building's location!! It's surrounded by nice restaurants, bars, and the Barbican Center (which has really cool architecture, art exhibits, a greenhouse with wine bar, and cinemas). There are a lot of cheap eat options too, especially with the whitecross market right around the corner where you can get really good lunch for 5 to 6 pounds. You got supermarkets, dry cleaners, argos, and the tube station all within 3 min of walking distance. AMAZING.
Canto Court is a perfect student accommodation which is 5 mins from Old Street Station. The staff is very friendly and I have really enjoyed social life in the hall. I have changed three accommodations around this area and this one is the best for me in all aspects. Rooms are really cozy and there is everything you need for a comfortable life. Also, it is the most quiet accommodation where I lived.
This is a gem of a place to live in London as a student. Situated centrally with close proximity to major tube stations like old street, barbican, etc. makes traveling so much easier. Due to it's location traveling to university and exploring around London is easy and serves as a big plus point. The accommodation is very cozy and rooms are big and spacious which is a rarity in central London. There are no unnecessary loud noises, good outdoor courtyard and common room. The best part about this accommodation is it's management team. They are super prompt with their replies and in addressing any issues or grievances. They know all the tenants living there and give personalized service to everyone. They have well equipped facilities and amenities. The internet is fast and have never experienced any interruption regarding it. All in all, an amazing place to stay if you are in London as a student and want to experience London at it's best.
Amazing stuff, perfect location and very nice rooms!
A perfect place for students in the heart of Old Street. Despite its super convenient location, surroundings (available markets, dry cleaning, tailor, international restaurants), Canto Court is such a welcoming place, the staff is super friendly and is always ready to help with any issues. I really enjoy staying here <3
Very social place , a lot of great people
Really good vibe ,culture and experience
I had an amazing time in Canto! Met a lot of friends. Staff became my family. The place is very centric and has an amazing vibe.
Canto Court has been my home for the past year. I have felt extremely safe here, given that it is located in central London, and that itself is saying a lot. Security is always working round the clock. Location is superb, as I studied in Holborn/Chancery and there are two direct buses just downstairs below the building (buses 55 and 243). Old street tube station, grocery shops, restaurants, a food market, a Superdrug, pharmacy etc are all within extremely close walking distance. I could not recommend this accommodation enough for prospective students looking for a place to call home.
My experience at Canto Court was great! Marta and the team are super helpful and friendly - they really make you feel welcome.
Bus stop is super close and the study room is considerate. Wifi is sometimes off, which is annoying.
wonderful place with nice staffs, highly recommended.
Canto court is amazing! The location is prime, with very convenient bus stops, grocery stores, and the Old Street tube stop only minutes away. The common spaces are always clean and if there's ever a problem, it's dealt with immediately. I always felt extremely safe here with someone always working reception. The front desk staff are incredibly friendly and helpful.
The place is very convenient in terms of location. There are bus stops right in front taking you directly to downtown like Oxford Circus in just 30 mins. And also 5mins walk to Old street station for northern line underground. There are supermarkets nearby including co-op and waitrose which make it so convenient for grocery shopping. Staffs are also very nice and active. They recognizes each student and even their guests. They reply to your email very fast and fix your problem very fast too. Common area is cozy but somehow can be too crowded during exam period. One problem is their wifi signal if you watch movie or youtube.
Everything is perfect. Such a lovely accommodation. Clean, Location, and Safe. There are many markets, coffee shops nearby. In addition, extremely friendly staff. Highly recommended. Loved my time at Canto court :)
Everything in this accomodation is good. I've stayed for an year and it all run smoothly as I was expecting.
Love sitting in the courtyard relaxing and socialising with friends. Room is small but fully equipped for student's storage. Facilities inside the room is always renew by the maintenance team.
I had a fantastic time at Canto Court! So friendly people and staff! When I had a problem it was immediately fixed. The Canto Court team is very friendly and they really make an effort to organize parties or small events like photocompetitions for example;) Very clean and safe place!
This place is located in a beautiful neighbourhood but it is not too busy or touristy. My room was light and nicely furnitured. I especially loved the mattress.
Canto Court has an incredibly convenient location and it is close to central universities. The rooms are brand-new and fully equipped. The staff is really helpful and friendly. I would definitely recommend it to anyone studying in London.
I really love this place, I am staying here for another year! Amazing staff, atmosphere and design! Highly recommend!!!
Very nice accommodation, I have lived here for two years. Excellent location and helpful staff. The rooms are spacious enough for one person and the common areas are clean as well as pleasant to use.
Canto Court is one of the premier and desirable student accommodation centrally located in the heart of London. Location for a student cannot be better than this. The accommodation is surrounded by quite good number of universities with the Bus Stop and Tube Station at an arm’s length. The infra of the rooms are quite satisfactory coupled with unmatched service by Ian (Canto Court staff), who was always there for me to sort maintenance issues on a single request. The staff Ian, Marta, Marchin and Joe are extremely friendly and quite understanding towards the students’ needs and they do go an extra mile and deserve a special thanks. Canto Court has managed to set a high benchmark of excellent hospitality! I strongly recommend this student accommodation.
I live here for 2 years now and I'm going to stay for my 3rd year as well. Lovely staff. Amazing maintenance, if anything is not okay it is fixed straight away. Really like the design of the rooms and study area. Parties are really nice as well.
amazing rooms great environment and friendly staff. would definitely recommend
This accommodation is perfect ! Super clean and really good location The staff is really nice and helpful Recommend it 100%
Highly recommend it! Good location and rooms. Wonderful place with a friendly staff team.
I've just finished a year at Canto Court and can highly recommend it. Great location, professionally run by a friendly team, very secure. Couldn't fault it :-)
Amazing Place! Felt like a family of people! can be as social as you want or you can completely keep to yourself. By the end you will know everyone who works there and it really feels like a home.
The best accommodation I have come across. The management staff are very welcoming and friendly. One of the most efficient and effective management staff I have come across. They take good care of every student needs and complaints. The experience has been great at this place
I love the fact that there is someone always there to greet you throughout the day. Staff is friendly, and very helpful. From the front desk to behind the scenes with maintenance. They are always there. Usually with accommodations you have to wait to get your parcels when delivered, at CantoCourt it is very accessible. There is no worries at all. This is my second year staying here, and I do not regret it at all! I am thousand miles away from home, and because of the staff and making new friends, I feel at home. Best accommodation this far! ☺️
I have stayed in Canto last year and had an amazing time. Rooms and location is great. Staff is really friendly! I would recommend the hall !!!