The location is the best, everything you need is close by. The studios are as seen in the photos and advertised. The team is very helpful with whatever you need and there is security 24/7.
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The location is the best, everything you need is close by. The studios are as seen in the photos and advertised. The team is very helpful with whatever you need and there is security 24/7.
Central Studios Information
| Telephone | 0118 402 1233 |
| Postcode | RG1 1NP |
| Features | Berkshire Institute of Health is 300m away & a 24/7 bus runs from your doorstep to the University of Reading. All-inclusive bills, contents insurance, Wi-Fi, on-site management, secure access, study spaces & communal spaces. |
| Top tip | Located in the heart of Reading, Central Studios is just a short walk from the town centre. With a variety of studio rooms to live in, and huge social areas with TVs, table football, and study spaces, Central Studios is an absolutely ideal place to live as a student in Reading. Visit the website for more details. |
Central Studios Biography
Just a stone’s throw from the Reading town centre is Central Studios, an exciting and lively student accommodation. This residence is in an absolutely ideal location, as there are plenty of supermarkets, shops, and restaurants on its doorstep, making errands and socialising super convenient. It's also just a short bus ride from the University of Reading, and the bus runs 24/7 right to your front door, convenient for late-night study sessions!
The property also features some wonderful amenities for its residents. On-site, there are some spacious social areas, equipped with TVs and table football, as well as some quiet dedicated study spaces. The friendly on-site management team is also there to ensure each resident enjoys their stay. On top of this, the building is fitted with super-fast wifi throughout. There is also secure access, contents insurance and all-inclusive utility bills for your added benefit.
There are 6 different types of studios to choose from depending on how much space you want and your budget. All studios are self-contained with an ensuite and kitchen and they are furnished with a double bed, study area, and plenty of storage space. Each flat also has its own breakfast bar!
Find out more about Central Studios by visiting their website.
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The location is the best, everything you need is close by. The studios are as seen in the photos and advertised. The team is very helpful with whatever you need and there is security 24/7.
Hello, Thank you so much for leaving a review for us! The location is perfect and we are lucky to be in the town centre where everything is close by for you. Thank you for complimenting the team. We try our best to help you where we can. Our security team are always there to help just in case you get locked out of your room in the evenings! :)
CRM is located in a great location, housing comfortable studios. The staff members are helpful and friendly.
Thanks so much for your review, I'm glad you found your studio comfortable, I think it really helps that they all have their own en-suites. Lots of our students love the location as it's so convenient for town. I'll make sure I pass on your comments to the rest of the staff - it means a lot to us, thank you. From your accommodation team Cheryl, Jas & Simon
I had a really good experience living at central studios in Reading. The management of the property was excellent and all the staff (e.g. Front of House Coordinator, handyman, cleaner) were very efficient, friendly, and helpful throughout my stay. The location was also very convenient being so close to shops/supermarkets, coffee shops, and the train station with good transportation links to the university. The internet was also very fast and reliable and the social spaces and facilities were kept very clean and tidy. It was also very easy to order packages and deliveries with the management team helping to collect them and hold them in reception. I would recommend this property to a friend.
Hello! Thank you for leaving such a positive and detailed review for Central Studios, Reading. You have created a really good picture for others to see what living at Central Studios is like, and we are really pleased that you enjoyed your time living with us! Take care, Cheryl, Jas and Simon, the accommodation team.
The overall experience is great. The location is in the town centre, so it’s easy to go to supermarkets, restaurants, bars and the train station.
Hi, We are so pleased that you had a great time staying at Central Studios, Reading. The location is ideal - anything that isn't on the doorstep is easy to get to on the bus and the bus stops are on the door step too! Take care, Cheryl, Jas and Simon, the accommodation team
The location was perfect and the staff very helpful and the environment was very friendly.
Hi! Thank you for leaving a review on Student Crowd about Central Studios! The location is great - you can see the train station from the site and the walk is less than 5 minutes! Ideal for anyone who loves to travel :-) And being in the City Centre you never have to go far for anything :-) We really try to make Central Studios a friendly place and we like talking to all that come and visit and stay with us. Take care and stay safe, Jas and Simon
There are many things to love about staying here. I would begin with the fact that the members of staff like Jas,Diger, Hugo etc. were always there to help with any issues I had. I remember reporting an issue a day before and it was resolved the very next day. Stay here means living in convenience as it is close to the town centre and next to restaurants such as, (McDonald’s, GDK, Treats, KFC, Creams, Nando’s, The Oracle). The train station and the gym are less than 5 minutes away from the accomodation. So if you’re a lazy person like me, then book asap and stop wasting time. Also, I’d like to mention that, they were very flexible with the payment plan, by allowing me to have a four instalment plan rather than three which is something I didn’t even know was possible.
Hello, We are so pleased that we were able to help you with any issues you have had - including helping you with your rent payments! We do our best to resolve any issues as quickly as possible :-) Central Studios is super convenient - being in the City Centre is great and the train station is ideally located for anyone who likes to travel! Take care and stay safe, Jas and Simon
The accomodation Is located at a great place. It is a five minute walk from town and a fifteen minute bus ride to the University. Due to Covid, socially, it was not very easy to meet people and everyone kept to themselves. The place looks great, however, there were some issues with my and my friends windows which were not really ever fixed. The microwave oven is best used as a microwave as meat and even cake, requires a long time to be cooked and might never be fully cooked. But if you can cook in the stove this is a good place for you. The dryer for the clothes is located in a communal area and I havent really had problems with other people using it. However it might be best to use it during the week instead of weekends. The problem with it is that even if filled halfway through it might not fully dry your clothes and might require a second or third cycle. So I would suggest washing and drying a small amount of clothes at a time. The people working there are welcoming and try to help
Hello, Thank you for leaving a positive review for Central Studios Student Accommodation. Some really good tips there for when and how to use the washing machines, and what you can or can't cook in the microwave oven. The location is great - with so much on your doorstep and the train station in easy distance, it is surprising that anyone would find time to do their laundry or do any cooking! Take care and stay safe, Jas and Simon
Great studios, superb location and friendly staff! Not suitable if you have a car as there is no parking on site, making it impossible for others to visit you or stay over if they have a car. The oven is not an actual oven but an oven-mirowave combo, therefore you could cook only a handful of food.
Hi, Thank you for leaving a 5* review for Central Studios - they are great studios, the location is superb and we like being friendly! It's unfortunate that we don't have any parking on site but there are lots of car parks close by (Q-Park Chatham Place, Cattle Market NCP, Reading Station Car Park for example) which is very useful! Take care and stay safe, Jas and Simon
Okay.. I remember my first day here like it was yesterday, I was so excited to live on my own as well as live here. My room was spacious which reflected the money I was paying. Although I wasn’t able to pay the original instalment plan, they were flexible in terms of letting me do a four instalment plan which is rare to see to be honest. So, back to my story, I moved in during the first lockdown and although it was difficult, the members of staff such as, Jas, Diger, Hugo, Olga etc. all helped the transition. I really love living here because it’s close to the town centre, there are restaurants everywhere (Nando’s, GDK, McDonald’s, KFC, Treats, Creams etc). It’s less than a 5 minute walk to the train station and there’s a gym less than 5 minutes away. Honestly, I wouldn’t mind staying here next year because I’d miss it too much if I left. So, don’t waste time and book asap.
Hello, Thank you for leaving such a lovely review about Central Studios in Reading. We are so pleased that you have enjoyed staying with us - and if you don't leave you'll never miss us! Take care and stay safe, Jas and Simon
I had a wonderful stay here 2020-2021. The room is clean and properly maintained. Facilities are easy to use and sign posted. The managing team Jas and Simon did an amazing job in this challenging time. The location is really 'central' - within 5 minutes walk to shopping centres and mainline railway station.
Hello! Thank you for leaving us a 5* review - we are so pleased that you enjoyed your time staying with us during the pandemic. It has, indeed, been a challenging time but we are glad that we made a difference during your stay! Take care and stay safe, Jas and Simon
Simon the handy man helped me assemble a gaming chair That I bought that was complex and hard to assemble on my own Which I found very great; Daiga and jas were also both amazing as they were very to access if I had any questions or needed any help, and they both always were willing to help out and made sure that every aspect of central studios was well run from cleanliness, ensuring Covid 19 safety protocols and even festive activities for residents to take part in.
Hi, Thank you so much for leaving such a positive review for Central Studios in Reading! We are always happy to help where we can, answer any questions or just chat over a cup of tea. Just don't ask us to play any computer games with you - we're not very good at those! Take care and stay safe, Jas and Simon.
Even if it was overpriced my stay in Central studios Accomodation was very enjoyable and the security and reception team very kind and helpful
Hi, Thank you for leaving a positive review for Central Studios Student Accommodation in Reading. We feel it is important to treat everyone kindly - it is the way we would like others to treat us! We're sorry that you feel it was overpriced, we do check our prices against other local providers to ensure that our prices stay value for money. Take care and stay safe, Jas and Simon
Really nice place compared to others. Staff are nice and supportive.
Hello! Thank you for leaving a 5* review for Central Studios Student Acccommodation in Reading! We are always happy to help and support our tenants wherever possible :-) It's goog to know that Central Studios is really nice compared to others too! Take care and stay safe. Jas and Simon