Summer Accommodation

Need somewhere to live during the summer (June - September)? If you will be a registered student at Aberystwyth University then look no further as we provide Aberystwyth University (AU) accommodation during this time. So whether you are currently living in halls and want to extend your stay or whether you are currently living in private sector housing then summer accommodation is available for you!

Applications for summer accommodation are due to open at 10.00am Thursday 9th May 2024

University summer accommodation for 2024 will be in:

Trefloyne (which is a self-catered residence, with single rooms).  The weekly cost is £110.3115.76 nightly rate).  The availability for this accommodation will be from Monday 24th June 2024 until the 6th September 2024.  

Rosser (which is a self-catered, en-suite residence, with single rooms).  The weekly cost is £138.4519.78 nightly rate).  The availability for this accommodation will be from the 24th June 2024 to the 6th September 2024.  

If you are currently in University accommodation with us, you will be able to stay in your term time accommodation until we are able to move you to your summer accommodation.  Please also be aware that we may require you to move earlier. 

You must be in Aberystwyth at this time to complete the move. 

If you are moving into summer accommodation from the private sector, the availability of this accommodation will be from 24th June 2024 to the 6th September 2024.

The weekly costs include, energy, internet/WiFi, a high level of personal contents insurance, and FREE Sports Centre Platinum Membership for your health and wellbeing.

University summer accommodation is only available for Aberystwyth University (AU) registered students.

 

How to apply

Applications open from 10.00am on Thursday 9th May 2024

 

To secure accommodation for the summer you will need to:

  1. Login to the Accommodation Portal  via the ABER Student Login button.
  2. Select 'Book Summer Accommodation'
  3. Follow the instructions where you will need to select your room and requested dates of stay. 

Please note:

  • Applications for summer accommodation will not be considered if you have an outstanding accommodation debt with AU or if you have been served with a ban from AU Residences during your term licence period.
  • Unsuccessful applicants will be given the opportunity to be placed on a waiting list should a vacancy become available.

What are my options if I graduate this year?

You will therefore no longer be a registered student.

If you are not an AU registered student you can try contacting the Conference Office for alternative accommodation. Alternatively, you can check local hotels/B&B's for their availability.

When can I move into summer accommodation?

Are you currently living in University accommodation?

If you are currently living in university accommodation then your summer accommodation will be available to you from the 24th June 2024.

If you are currently in University accommodation with us, you will be able to stay in your term time accommodation until we are able to move you to your summer accommodation.  This will be on the 24th June 2024, but please also be aware that we may require you to move earlier. 

You must be in Aberystwyth at this time to complete the move. 

Further details regarding moving into your summer accommodation will be sent to you by e-mail prior to your move, so therefore please continue to regularly check your AU e-mail account, as we may need to move you earlier than this date.

Are you currently living in the Private Sector?

If you are currently living in the private sector, then summer accommodation is available to you from 24th June 2024.  Unfortunately, we are unable to offer you summer accommodation prior to these dates.  If you do need accommodation prior to these dates, then please contact the Conference Office to check out our Bunkhouse availability.

 

Is there a minimum length of stay?

Minimum length of stay is 3 weeks. 

When is summer accommodation available until?

Summer accommodation is available until 10.00am on Friday 6th September 2024. Please note we will not be able to accommodate you within summer accommodation any later than the dates specified.

Further details regarding moving out arrangements will be provided to you upon arrival.

What if I am also going to be living in AU accommodation for academic year 2024/25? Can I stay until my term-time room is ready for me to move into?

Our term 2024/25 Occupation Contract starts on Friday 20th September 2024. 

If you have secured a place in AU summer accommodation and have also secured a place in AU accommodation for academic year 2024/25, you can continue to live with us until your term accommodation becomes available, simply by selecting the appropriate dates on the application form. 

You will need to be in Aberystwyth ready to move to your 2024/2025 term time accommodation, from the 6th September 2024.

How do I pay for summer accommodation?

As part of your Occupation Contract application process you will be required to pay 3 week's rent in advance and set up a payment plan in order to pay for the remainder of your summer accommodation fees. If you have any queries regarding payment of fees please contact the Student Fees Office fees@aber.ac.uk.

Do I need to pay a deposit?

An advance payment of one week's rent is required to secure summer accommodation which is payable during completion of your Occupation Contract.

Details on advance payment refunds are available in the Occupation Contract application process found within the Residents' Handbook

Will there be any Inspections during my stay?

Inspections will continue to be carried out throughout the summer with further details being sent to you by the Residences Team. Further information regarding what inspections are, can be found on our webpage.