University of Plymouth halls cost from £141 a week at Gilwell Hall to £233 at Mary Newman Hall in 2026/27, and the rent includes all utility bills, Wi-Fi and contents insurance. The university guarantees a single room to new first-year and foundation-year undergraduates who apply by the deadline, which for 2027 entry is 17:00 on 4 July 2027. This guide covers rents by hall, the guarantee conditions and what to check before you book.
Prices on this page come from the University of Plymouth’s halls page, which states they reflect the 2026/27 academic year. The page does not state contract lengths, so confirm yours before you apply.
Plymouth halls and weekly rents (2026/27)
The university lists its halls of residence with these prices:
| Hall | Location | Weekly price | Facilities | Students per flat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilwell Hall | Student Village | £141 | Shared facilities | 5 to 6 |
| Robbins Hall | Student Village | £141 to £188 | Shared facilities and en suite | 4 to 8 |
| Francis Drake Hall | On campus | £209.50 | En suite | 3 to 10 |
| Pilgrim Hall | Student Village | £209.50 to £230 | En suite | 6 to 8 |
| Radnor Hall | Student Village | £209.50 to £230 | En suite | 6 |
| Mary Newman Hall | On campus | £209.50 to £233 | En suite | 5 to 10 |
The page says all utility bills, Wi-Fi and contents insurance are included. According to the university’s application page, you pay two weeks of rent in advance when you accept, which it says is week 1 and week 2 of your overall rent and not a deposit. Further instalments are due around October, January and April, and you are invited to sign your licence before the end of July.
Accommodation guarantee
The university’s undergraduate accommodation guarantee page, written for 2027 entry, says a single room is guaranteed to new first-year or foundation-year undergraduates who apply by 17:00 on 4 July 2027. It covers the first year only and is subject to these conditions:
- You complete the full application, including any faculty or admissions deadlines, reply to emails and make required advance payments on time.
- The guarantee covers a suitable single room, not a specific provider, building or room type.
- Only single, unaccompanied students are accommodated, and no children may stay in halls at any time.
- You must be over 16 on the first day of your programme. Applicants aged 16 or 17 must confirm they can live independently, and a guarantor over 18 must sign a deed of guarantee.
- If deadlines are missed and the university cannot make contact, it may cancel the booking and reallocate the room, and you would no longer be eligible for another guaranteed room.
Under the Equality Act, the university considers reasonable adjustment requests case by case, which may include more than one year in halls. The deadline for 2026 entry has passed, so check the page for the date for your intake.
Private and shared options
Private purpose-built blocks and shared houses are the usual choices from second year, and prices vary by provider and area. I could not verify current prices for individual private buildings, so compare each provider’s total cost, bills and contract length. Our guide to university halls versus private student housing explains the differences.
What to check before you book
- The exact price of your hall, since several halls span a range.
- Contract length and the total cost, which the halls page does not state.
- How many students share your flat, from three to ten depending on the hall.
- The guarantee conditions, especially replying to emails and paying on time.
- Safety basics. See our student accommodation safety guide and checklist.
For the wider costs, read our student budgeting tips. Comparing cities? See our guides to Exeter, Falmouth and Bournemouth, or browse all UK city guides.
Frequently asked questions
How much does University of Plymouth accommodation cost?
For 2026/27, weekly prices run from £141 at Gilwell Hall to £233 at Mary Newman Hall. En suite halls start at £209.50, and bills, Wi-Fi and contents insurance are included.
Does the University of Plymouth guarantee accommodation?
Yes, a single room for new first-year or foundation-year undergraduates who apply by the deadline, which is 17:00 on 4 July 2027 for 2027 entry. It covers the first year only.
Is there a deposit for Plymouth halls?
No deposit is mentioned. You pay two weeks’ rent in advance, which the university says is week 1 and week 2 of your overall rent and is not a deposit.
Which Plymouth halls are cheapest?
Gilwell Hall at £141 a week and the lower end of Robbins Hall at £141, both at the Student Village with shared facilities.
