Shared apartments, spare rooms and roommates in Ljubljana

Ljubljana, the smallest capital in Europe, is a charming city with beautiful and historic architecture. The city centre is completely pedestrianized, so living in a shared flat in that neighbourhood is a very good option for students.

Despite being a relatively small city, it is chosen by many international students, so you will surely have roommates of different nationalities.

Advantages and disadvantages of sharing a flat in Ljubljana 

The following are the pros and cons of living in shared flats in the Slovenian capital:

Advantages of sharing a flat in Ljubljana 

• By sharing a flat you will spend less on rent than if you rent an entire apartment for yourself. This will also allow you to choose a room in one of the preferred neighbourhoods by young people, such as Krakovo or the centre.

• As you will save on rent by sharing a flat, you will have more possibilities to get to know other cities in Slovenia and nearby countries, taking advantage of its ideal location to travel.

• You will be able to choose between renting a single room or a shared room, depending on what you want.

Disadvantages of sharing a flat in Ljubljana 

• Ljubljana has become a very popular Erasmus destination in recent years, so searching for cheap accommodation is often very competitive.

• Some of the shared rooms can accommodate up to four people. Remember that the room is the most private space that you will have inside the apartment, since the living room, kitchen, bathroom, etc. are shared areas.

• Winter in Ljubljana is very cold and long, and some apartments are not well insulated and you will have to keep the heating on longer. This will cause expenses to rise (if they are not included in the price) and can lead to problems in coexistence.

Erasmus App for your exchange programme in Ljubljana 

There are some apps for Erasmus+ that you can use to make the process of your program more enjoyable. One of these apps is that of the European Commission, for example. With them you will be able to access a large amount of information regarding the necessary procedures for the exchange, as well as about the city and experiences of other students.

How to meet people in Ljubljana? 

To meet other students as soon as you arrive in the city, you should choose to live in a shared flat. You can also use the following options:

Student associations in Ljubljana 

Student associations, such as ESN Ljubljana, organize a large number of events, activities and parties in the Slovenian capital. Some students say that you have to choose between the available activities because there is always something planned. They also offer various discounts and services that you will be able to take advantage of.

Facebook groups for Erasmus in Ljubljana 

The groups on this platform are usually divided according to the academic year and semester, which makes it easier for you to meet other students who are going to be in the city at the same time as you.

Whatsapp groups for Erasmus in Ljubljana 

In general, Facebook groups and associations create groups in messaging services such as Whatsapp or Telegram to create a community of students who can easily communicate with each other.

Tips for living in a shared apartment in Ljubljana

Here are some tips for living in a shared flat in the Slovenian capital:

• In Slovenia the official language is Slovenian, take the opportunity to learn at least a few words to communicate with the locals! In addition, you will be able to practice English with the other international students, since it is the predominant language among international students.

• Take advantage of discounts offered by associations and universities, such as food coupons, to save and be able to travel more in Slovenia and other nearby countries such as Croatia, Austria and Italy.

Frequently asked queries about sharing a flat in Ljubljana