Student Housing in Guelph

First let's go with a little introduction about the city:

Guelph, located in the Ontario province of Canada, combines an active urban life with the natural beauty of the region. During your stay, you’ll be able to enjoy, on the one hand, a great cultural, leisure and gastronomic offer. On the other hand, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the surrounding nature, including several lakes and conservation areas. Moreover, being located relatively close to cities such as Toronto and Hamilton, you’ll be able to take trips to see even more of the country. And let's not forget the famous Niagara Falls! Take advantage of your exchange to enjoy Guelph and Canada to the fullest.

Student apartments for rent in Guelph

The student apartments for rent in this Canadian city can be either private apartments in buildings or apartments that are part of student residences. In both cases, the complexes they are part of can have amenities that can make your stay more enjoyable. For example, some of the facilities that the buildings or residences may have are laundry, gym, games room, outdoor swimming pool, party room and bicycle parking. Compare between all the apartments available and choose the one that has all the features that are important to you!

Student rooms for rent in Guelph

This type of accommodation is a favourite among students, as it tends to be the most affordable option. Look closely at what’s included in each room since, in addition to having a bed, desk and closet, they may include details such as a balcony, sofa, television and even a mini fridge and microwave.

Another thing to keep in mind is that many of the rooms, especially those that are part of student residences, have private bathrooms within the same room. This is ideal if you prefer not to share that space of the house with other tenants.

Student accommodation in Guelph

The following are some of the best neighbourhoods to consider for living in the Canadian city during your exchange:

Flats for rent in Downtown Guelph

The city centre is one of the best options for young people, as it’s full of shops and restaurants. Also, the nightlife scene is very lively, with plenty of bars and nightclubs open every day of the week. From Downtown Guelph there are good public transportation links to the rest of the city, as well as several bike paths that you can use for transportation.

Apartments in Old University

This is one of the most popular neighbourhoods to live in, both for students and young professionals. It has a very good location, with easy access to downtown Guelph and the University of Guelph. Moreover, there are plenty of amenities in the area, including restaurants, parks and shops. Keep in mind, though, that all of this can make the cost of rent a little higher than in other areas of the city.

Rooms for rent in Onward Willow and Guelph Junction

These two neighbourhoods are located adjacent to the historical part of the city, just a few minutes by public transit from Downtown Guelph. They are residential areas, although they also have some recreational areas and a variety of shops. Both Onward Willow and Guelph Junction are well connected by bus and bicycle to the rest of the city, so you’ll be able to reach the liveliest areas of the city in a short time.

Student accommodation near the University of Guelph

There are several areas you might consider living near the main campus of this institution. Some of the closest are Old University and Hanlon Creek, although you can also easily reach it by bicycle or public transportation from Downtown Guelph, Two Rivers, Onward Willow and Guelph Junction.

Student residences in Guelph

In this city of Ontario, you’ll be able to choose between private student residences and university student halls. The type of accommodation in the residences can be either full flats (studios or with two rooms) or rooms with access to the living room and kitchen that’s shared with the rest of the building. Moreover, rooms can be single, double, triple or even quadruple.

Frequently asked questions about studying in Guelph