Bournemouth University’s 2026/27 price guide lists ten residences: three run directly by the university and seven run by partners. Weekly rents for undergraduate en-suites range from about £162 to £215, and the university-run halls do not need a guarantor, which matters if you are an international student. This guide sets out the halls and prices, what the rent covers, the guarantor and deposit rules, and how to compare university and private options.
Prices come from Bournemouth University’s accommodation price guide for 2026/27 and the Dorchester House page, checked on 19 October 2026. Confirm them for your intake before you pay.
Bournemouth halls and 2026/27 weekly rents
The university shows each rent twice: with and without an optional bus pass, which it values at £319. The first figure below includes the bus pass and the second excludes it. Every rent also includes £1.75 a week for the ResLifeBU programme.
| Residence | Run by | Undergraduate room (weeks) | Weekly rent (with / without bus pass) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Village | University | Value non-en-suite (40) | £154.49 / £146.51 |
| Student Village | University | Standard non-en-suite (40) | £170.11 / £162.13 |
| Dorchester House | University (owned by iQ Students) | Standard en-suite (42) | £191.51 / £183.91 |
| Dorchester House | University (owned by iQ Students) | Premium en-suite (42) | £203.10 / £195.50 |
| Unilet | University (private houses in Bournemouth and Poole) | Four tiers, UC to UA (41) | £152.32 to £165.26 / £144.54 to £157.48 |
| Cranborne House | Campus Living Villages | Value en-suite (42) | £162.02 / £154.42 |
| Cranborne House | Campus Living Villages | Standard en-suite (42) | £173.13 / £165.53 |
| Cranborne House | Campus Living Villages | Premium en-suite (42) | £182.37 / £174.77 |
| Corfe House | Student Roost | Standard en-suite (42) | £175.51 / £167.91 |
| Corfe House | Student Roost | Premium en-suite (42) | £185.70 / £178.10 |
| Chesil House | Campus Living Villages | Standard en-suite (42) | £176.29 / £168.69 |
| Okeford House | Campus Living Villages | Standard en-suite (42) | £176.29 / £168.69 |
| Purbeck House | Unite | Standard en-suite (42) | £178.38 / £170.78 |
| Lyme Regis House | Campus Living Villages | Standard en-suite (42) | £186.81 / £179.21 |
| Bailey Point | Yugo | Standard en-suite (42) | £207.10 / £199.50 |
| Bailey Point | Yugo | Premium en-suite (42) | £214.55 / £206.95 |
Studios are also listed on 50-week contracts, for example undergraduate studios at Cranborne House (£191.39 with bus pass), Lyme Regis House (£206.37) and Purbeck House (£211.70), and university-run studios at Dorchester House from £229.09. Postgraduate, paramedic science, NHS and family options (including a two-bed bungalow at Student Village) have their own rents in the price guide.
Guarantors and deposits
- University-run halls (Dorchester House, Student Village, Unilet): no guarantor required.
- Partner halls (Chesil, Corfe, Cranborne, Lyme Regis, Okeford and Purbeck): a guarantor is required, and international guarantors are accepted.
- Bailey Point (Yugo): UK guarantors are accepted but international guarantors are not.
- Upfront payment: £250 at every residence, but the form varies. At the university-run halls it is the first rent instalment. At most partner halls it is a deposit plus two weeks’ rent in advance, and Corfe House asks for £250 rent in advance plus 5% of total rent by 1 August.
What the rent covers and where the halls are
At Dorchester House, rent includes bills, contents insurance, ResLifeBU and gym access, and the annual bus pass is optional. The block is opposite Bournemouth railway station and close to the bus station. The Lansdowne campus is within walking distance, while Talbot campus is about 2 miles inland and the U1 university bus, which stops outside, takes about 15 minutes. The bus pass also covers Morebus Zone A services across Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch. There is no parking on site except for Blue Badge holders.
The pages I checked do not give distances or locations for the other halls, or say what each partner includes, so ask the provider before booking.
How to book
For university-run halls, you select a room in the university’s Accommodation Portal, and contract and rent payments are made to the university. Booking dates and any accommodation guarantee are on the university’s How to book accommodation page, and cancellation terms are on its Contract flexibility and cancellation page, so read both before choosing. For partner halls, book with the provider. Residential Services can be reached on +44 (0)1202 969696.
University halls or private housing?
| Question | University and partner halls | Private flat or shared house |
|---|---|---|
| Bills | Included, with contents insurance | Varies, so ask what the tenancy includes |
| Guarantor | Not needed at university-run halls; needed at most partner halls | Often required, so ask early if you are an international student |
| Contract | 40, 41, 42 or 50 weeks | Set by the landlord, so read the term and exit rules |
The university’s Unilet scheme offers private houses in residential areas of Bournemouth and Poole, with prices that vary by location and size. For other private rentals, view the property or a verified video tour, ask for the landlord’s licence details where required, and never pay before you have a written contract. I have not ranked neighbourhoods because I could not verify area details against reliable sources. For other south-coast cities, see our guides to Southampton, Portsmouth and Brighton, or browse all student accommodation in the United Kingdom.
FAQs about student accommodation in Bournemouth
How much does Bournemouth University accommodation cost?
For 2026/27, undergraduate rents without the bus pass start at £144.54 a week for Unilet and £146.51 for a Student Village value room, and standard en-suites run from about £165 to £200 depending on the residence.
Do I need a guarantor?
Not at the university-run halls. Partner halls require one, and Bailey Point accepts only UK guarantors.
Is the bus pass compulsory?
No. It is optional, and each rent is shown with and without it. The £1.75 weekly ResLifeBU contribution is included either way.
How long are the contracts?
Undergraduate rooms are 40 weeks at Student Village, 41 weeks for Unilet and 42 weeks at the other halls. Postgraduate and studio rooms are usually 50 weeks.
Which campus is each hall near?
Only Dorchester House has a stated location: walking distance from Lansdowne, and a 15-minute U1 bus ride from Talbot. Ask the university or provider about the others.
Sources
- Bournemouth University: accommodation price guide 2026/27 (PDF)
- Bournemouth University: Dorchester House
All checked 19 October 2026.
