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Northgate House

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Location details

Accommodation perfect for Cardiff students.

Our Northgate House student accommodation in Cardiff is 0.5 miles to the city centre.

  • Perfect for Postgrads, open to all students
  • Located in the city centre & a short 9 minute walk into Cardiff University campus
  • Range of shared apartments and studios available
  • You will also have access to the cinema room, gym and study facilities at our other Hello Student accommodation, Windsor House; which is just a short walk from here.

*An exciting upgrade is underway, bringing beautifully designed, brand-new rooms for postgraduate and undergraduate students from 2026/27. Images shown represent the expected room style and specification. Our first video is an accurate representation of how our rooms look when booking for the 2025/26 academic year.

Kingsway, Cardiff CF10 3FD

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Facilities

All inclusive
3/4 beds
CCTV
Ensuite
Laundry
Management team
Average Speed 98.9 MBPS
Bike storage
Kitchen
Lift
Cinema
Gym
Study
All inclusive
3/4 beds
CCTV
Ensuite
Laundry
Management team
Average Speed 98.9 MBPS
Bike storage
Kitchen
Lift
Cinema
Gym
Study
All inclusive
3/4 beds
CCTV
Ensuite
Laundry
Management team
Average Speed 98.9 MBPS
Bike storage
Kitchen
Lift
Cinema
Gym
Study

New and improved rooms for 2026/27 coming soon…

Northgate House is currently being refurbished to deliver modern, upgraded rooms for both postgraduate and undergraduate students, available from 2026/27. The images shown are representative of the expected room design and specification for 2026/27.

Perfect for Postgrads, open to all students

Looking for a little extra from your student accommodation? Northgate House is created for students who want more space, more comfort, and more independence. Featuring generous room layouts, thoughtful design touches, and a calm, community-led atmosphere, it offers a quieter, more mature setting than standard Hello Student accommodation – ideal for focused study and a balanced daily routine.

Although designed with postgraduates in mind, Northgate House is open to any student who prefers a peaceful, grown-up living experience. Its spacious rooms and ample storage provide everything you need to live, study, and thrive in your own way. You’ll also benefit from the full Hello Student offering, including a friendly and supportive on-site team, a safe and secure environment, all-inclusive bills, and access to mental health and wellbeing support.

Location

Located next to Cardiff Castle and just a nine-minute walk from Cardiff University, Northgate House is ideal for students who want a calm home in the heart of the city. Situated on Kingsway, it offers everything students need within easy reach. Cardiff University and Cardiff Met are just a short walk away, with excellent bus links and Cardiff Central train station nearby. Supermarkets, cafés, banks, and essential shops are all close, while St David’s Shopping Centre, parks, and cultural hotspots are just a stroll from your door.

Students also have access to amenities at Windsor House, just around the corner, including a gym, VIP lounge, entertainment room, and private and social study spaces.

Room information

Each room at Northgate House has been designed with students in mind. Choose from a variety of studios or shared apartment options, all offering everything you need for an independent lifestyle. Perfect for postgraduates, the rooms provide space, comfort, and privacy, ideal for focused study and a calmer, grown-up living experience.

Looking for a view? Castle-view rooms are also available and can be selected during the booking process, subject to availability.

All inclusive bills

At Hello Student, we like to keep things simple and easy. We want to make your experience as stress-free as possible, so you have more time to relax and unwind.

All utility fees are rolled into the price of your rent; this includes WiFi and free Contents Insurance!

Don’t take our word for it…

Our Cardiff accommodation reviews

Best and near to every corner of the city; Right in the city centre so best place to stay.

Student, on StudentCrowd.
Resident at Northgate House, Cardiff.

A good experience! I have been very happy from being able to look around the accommodation to collecting keys!

Rachel, on Google.
Resident at Alwyn Court, Cardiff.

For a first year place to stay, I’m beyond happy that I chose Hello Student Accom for it. The staff are incredibly helpful and easy to talk to. Re-applying to stay again for my 2nd, and maybe even 3rd year.

Courtney, on Google.
Resident at Summit House, Cardiff.

I am a phd student from Cardiff University, this is the most ideal location for me to access to the university and easy access to the city centre. The staff Ash is professional always and high efficiency to deal with work, He is patient and friendly.

Rose, on Google.
Resident at Windsor House, Cardiff.

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