This residence is set in Pimlico, a small area in the City of Westminster which is well known for its garden squares and Regency architecture. It is neighbours to the Royal Family with Buckingham Palace just a few minutes away from the residence – so keep your eye out, as you never know who may run in to!
Being that you would be located in close proximity to some of London’s most famous landmarks, it is an absolute must that you visit the mother church of the Catholic Church in England and Wales – Westminster Cathedral. The doors of the Cathedral are opened to and visited by people from every faith who come along to admire the Byzantine Revival architecture of the Cathedral, as well as partake in the masses of the day and seek blessings.
Why not follow up your serene visit to the Cathedral by visiting two of the most popular musicals in the West End currently, which fortunately would happy to be on your doorstep – Wicked and Hamilton. Both musicals have received rave reviews, with many people returning to see them month after month after month. Be sure to check ticket prices online, as you can definitely get a bargain on some of your matinee shows if you book well in advance or even from cancellations.
For all of your shopping needs, why not pay a visit to Cardinal Place. This snazzy modern shopping venue is housed under a curvaceous, new-age glass capsule and has become something of a visual icon in the area. It is the sort of place which has a pick of the best big brand clothes, shoes and accessory shops all within spitting distance of each other. The building rests on rubber shock absorbers to avoid vibrations from the train upsetting shoppers and their retail therapy. There are also plenty of restaurants so weary shoppers can recharge – massive chains such as Zizzi, Wagamama, Nando’s and Ha!Ha! have all opened a branch among the space-like modernity of this really super shopping mall.
Located in a beautiful residence which could be mistaken for a mini-White House, this residence comes with everything you need for convenience and affordability in this central London hostel styled residence.
The residence includes breakfast and dinner into the price of the rent, meaning that is one less thing you need to consider within your budget. However, should you feel that little bit stuffed after your three-course evening meal, then why not head to the common room where you can lounge on the sofa whilst watching whatever takes your fancy on the tv – either with the company of your fellow residents, or on your own.
If, however, you prefer to work off those calories, then why not hit the on-site gym (again all-inclusive in the rent). You can pick whatever time of the day or night you wish to use the gym as it is open 24 hours of the day, seven days of the week. Another thing the residence provides which is 24/7 is their security and their staff presence – so no matter when you may need them, the bilingual staff are at reception always to help you out and make sure you are sleeping safe and sound.
Should you be one of those students who want to brave the streets of London on a bicycle and do your bit to help the environment by avoiding public transport, then there are bike racks on-site for you to store your bicycle. So not only do you have a home for yourself, but your bicycle would have a home for itself too.
Seeing as all of your clothes would be getting all sweaty from all of that free gym time and cycling you are doing, then fear not! You’ll find on-site, open 24/7, the laundry room where you will be able to both wash and dry your clothes at the fraction of the price of what you would be paying outside ( not to mention it would mean you wouldn’t have to let the public see your dirty washing ). If you forget to buy your washing detergents and it is too late to go out and purchase it, then don’t worry – the wonderful reception team will more than likely have some on hand for you to purchase from themselves instead.
The LHA Holland House has a range of non en-suite rooms (with shared bathroom).
More details below:
This is a single non en-suite room with access to a shared bathroom. The room has a comfortable single bed, a desk area, drawers, as well as a wardrobe and sink with vanity unit. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027
This is a larger non en-suite room with access to a shared bathroom. The room has three comfortable single beds, a desk area, drawers, as well as a wardrobe and share a sink with vanity unit. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027
This is a single non en-suite room with access to a shared bathroom. The room has a comfortable single bed, a desk area, drawers, as well as a wardrobe and sink with vanity unit. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027
This is a single non en-suite room with access to a shared bathroom. The room has a comfortable single bed, a desk area, drawers, as well as a wardrobe and sink with vanity unit. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 07 Aug 2021 - 04 Sep 2021
This is a twin non en-suite room with access to a shared bathroom. The room has two comfortable single beds, a desk area, drawers, as well as a wardrobe and share a sink with vanity unit. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 07 Aug 2021 - 04 Sep 2021
This is a larger non en-suite room with access to a shared bathroom. The room has three comfortable single beds, a desk area, drawers, as well as a wardrobe and share a sink with vanity unit. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 07 Aug 2021 - 04 Sep 2021
This is a larger non en-suite room with access to a shared bathroom. The room has up to five comfortable single beds a desk area, drawers, as well as a wardrobe and share a sink with vanity unit. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building.
Available from: 07 Aug 2021 - 04 Sep 2021
If you are booking for a full academic year you can select the type of room you stay in.
However, you cannot request specific details such as what floor the room is on or who your flatmates are, as the rooms are allocated on a first come, first served basis.
If you are booking for a shorter period e.g. a single semester or a summer stay, you will be allocated the room type (single studio, twin studio, single en suite etc) you have booked but the exact specification may be subject to availability. This can include the floor the room is located on, the direction the room is facing, if the room is classed as a standard, a club, a premium, an accessible, a premium accessible etc.
If you do have a special request, please let us know and we will do our best to help you.
If you are staying for 12 weeks or longer, we will be happy to request an appointment with the residence team for you to view the residence.
Unfortunately, we are not able to provide viewings for stays under 12 weeks.
Smoking is not permitted in any indoor area in the UK. Please use the designated smoking areas found outside the residence.
Yes, please note that a damage deposit of £200 will be taken by the residence when you check-in. The residence will refund the deposit after your stay providing your room has not been damaged and the rules of the residence have been observed during your stay. The arrangement of the damage deposit is between you and the accommodation supplier (the residence). Please ask the residence upon check-in for the full terms and conditions on the arrangement and for details on how and when the deposit will be refunded.
Generally speaking, between 5 and 6 people share the bathroom facilities at the residence.
Evening meals are served from Monday-Friday 18.30-20:30, however, on weekends a lunch is served instead from 12:30 to 13:30. A vegetarian option is available.
Unfortunately, no pets are permitted in any of our residences.
This residence offers dedicated laundry facilities where you can wash and dry your clothes.
Yes, all utility bills are included in the price of the room, including gas, electric and Wi-Fi internet.
Yes, there is wireless internet in every bedroom and throughout the building.
Both rooms have shared bathroom facilities on each floor of the residence. Single rooms are not shared, whereas Twin, Triple and Quad rooms are shared with other members of the same sex.
No, there is no curfew. You will be living independently, you will have your own key and can come and go as you please.
Yes, the reception staff usually work during office hours Monday to Friday. However, when the reception is closed, there will always be a member of the customer service or security team on hand, either to assist you in person or for you to contact by telephone.
Unfortunately, this residence is only available to students aged 18 or over.
Victoria Station – 7-minute walk
Pimlico Station – 11-minute walk
Sloane Square Station – 15-minute walk
St James’ Park Station – 14-minute walk
Vauxhall Station – 23-minute walk
UniCentres – 1-minute walk
Sir Simon Milton Westminster UTC – 6-minute walk
Chelsea College of Arts, University of the Arts – 17-minute walk
Eurocentres Language School – 1-minute walk
English Lessons London – 3-minute walk
London Languages – 2-minute walk
Victoria School of English – 11-minute walk
Tate Britain – 20-minute walk
Westminster Cathedral – 11-minute walk
Buckingham Palace – 20-minute walk
Apollo Victoria Theatre – 9-minute walk
Westminster Abbey – 21-minute walk
Wir sind wirklich sehr zufrieden mit unserem Zimmer in der Residenz. James vom Residenzteam hat uns bei allen Aspekten unserer Buchung geholfen, und wir möchten uns von ganzem Herzen bedanken!
Dmitriy and Maria, two students from Russia: Residence booking„Wir arbeiten seit über 5 Jahren mit London Homestays zusammen. Dank ihrer Unterstützung konnten wir eine hohe Kundenzufriedenheit erreichen. Wir empfehlen London Homestays uneingeschränkt allen, die Wert auf Qualität, Zuverlässigkeit und exzellenten Kundenservice legen.“
Alex Fernandes, Accommodation & Visa Compliance Manager, Malvern House London„Ich arbeite seit 2013 mit London Homestays zusammen und kann bestätigen, dass sie stets darauf geachtet haben, passende Gastfamilien für unsere Schüler zu finden. Sie gehen sehr freundlich und gleichzeitig professionell vor. Unsere Schüler haben ihren Aufenthalt in den Gastfamilien sehr genossen. Insgesamt berichten sie, dass ihre Gastfamilien aufmerksam und herzlich sind.“
Carl Roberton, Principal, Stafford House School of English„Wir von der Burlington School arbeiten seit 2014 mit London Homestays zusammen, und ich kenne das Team bereits seit 2009, als ich für ein anderes Unternehmen im Bildungs- und Beherbergungssektor tätig war. Seit der Gründung von London Homestays in London arbeiten wir mit dem Unternehmen zusammen, und alle Anfragen wurden stets engagiert und zeitnah bearbeitet. Die Mitarbeiter sind kundenorientiert und bieten unseren Schülern immer ein außergewöhnliches Wohnerlebnis. Ich kann London Homestays daher uneingeschränkt als exzellenten Unterkunftsanbieter und Geschäftspartner empfehlen.“
Eliane Tomasi, Accommodation & Welfare Officer, Burlington School„LSC Stanton arbeitet seit 2011 mit London Homestays zusammen und wir sind mit der Qualität der Unterkünfte und des Service sehr zufrieden. Wir pflegen ein gutes Verhältnis zum Team und es ist stets erreichbar, um auch kurzfristige Anfragen zu bearbeiten.“
Nick Bray, Managing Director, London Study Centre„Die Zusammenarbeit mit London Homestays ist immer hervorragend! Wir schätzen die proaktive Herangehensweise und das Engagement, unseren Gruppen den bestmöglichen Service zu bieten. Wir hatten stets eine tolle, saubere Unterkunft, eine freundliche Gastfamilie und kompetente Ansprechpartner vor Ort. Die Schüler unserer Gruppen waren zufrieden und haben ihren Aufenthalt in London sehr genossen. Wir können diese Agentur uneingeschränkt empfehlen. Das gesamte Team ist sehr freundlich.“
Miroslava Foltýnová, Owner, CK Bus Tours„Wir bieten europäischen Studierenden Praktika in London an und suchten einen zuverlässigen Partner für die Unterbringung unserer Praktikanten. Wir sind mit den Leistungen von London Homestays sehr zufrieden, ebenso wie unsere Praktikanten. Sie erhalten stets schnell Informationen zu Gastfamilien, können kurzfristig ein Zimmer buchen und die Gastfamilien sind von hoher Qualität. Ich kann diese Agentur uneingeschränkt empfehlen. Das Team ist sehr professionell, effizient und freundlich. Wir freuen uns darauf, bald neue Praktikanten zu entsenden!“
Stéphanie Frassanito, Program Manager, Work Overseas„Unsere Schule aus Tschechien hat mit London Homestays sehr gute Erfahrungen gemacht. Sie sind eine der wenigen Gastfamilienagenturen, die unsere sehr jungen Gäste (unter 12 Jahren) aufnehmen. Die Gastfamilien waren im Allgemeinen sehr herzlich, freundlich und zuvorkommend. Der Service der Koordinatorin Kate O’Connor und des übrigen Verwaltungspersonals ist erstklassig.“
Kate Powers, Vice Principal for English Studies, Sunny Canadian International SchoolMeine Gastmutter Debra hat meinen Aufenthalt zum schönsten Erlebnis meines Lebens gemacht!
Florian, student from Belgium: Homestay booking in Zone 3Mein Aufenthalt bei meiner Gastfamilie macht meine Zeit in Großbritannien viel unterhaltsamer und aufregender! Das Leben ist großartig!
Bao, student from China: Homestay booking in Zone 4+Es war eine fantastische Erfahrung, ich habe ein neues Zuhause gefunden, in dem ich mich genauso wohl fühle wie in meinem eigenen Zuhause!
Laura, student from France: Homestay booking in Zone 2Shanghai Chelsea International Consulting (SCIC) hat bereits mehrfach mit Home from Home zusammengearbeitet und dabei stets einen sehr professionellen Service geboten.
Chan Sen, Director at Shanghai Chelsea International Consulting