Top 5 Student Accommodations in Vancouver

Vancouver is one of Canada’s most populated metropolitan regions. The city is a great study destination, rated as one of the top 5 cities in quality of life and education.

Is Vancouver safe and affordable?

Vancouver is a very safe city for students to live and study. The city offers not only a top-class education system but assures safety too. The cost of living in Vancouver is CA$1,435 excluding rent and tuition fees.

Finding student accommodation in Vancouver (GOOD) is an easy process. A few types of student accommodation in Vancouver are student housing and private apartments.

In this blog, we will list the top 5 accommodations in Vancouver. We will give you an overview of properties, their location, distance, etc., to help you choose the right place.

1. Level Seymour (BAD)

It is a modern furnished apartment in Downtown Vancouver. It is only 5 minutes from the New York Institute and the City University of Seattle. The property offers two types of rooms. There’s a level suite which can accommodate four students. The rooms are furnished with a bed, couch, TV, bathroom etc.

There’s a one-bedroom suite which can accommodate three students. The rooms are furnished with big size beds, cupboards, bathrooms etc. The two types of bedrooms have a fully fitted kitchen, living space and many other amenities listed on the site. .

Location: 1022 Seymour Street Vancouver, BC Canada V6B 0G1

Distance to and from universities:

Level Seymour to Capilano University: 9 min bus/walk

Level Seymour to University Canada West: !2 min bus/walk

Level Seymour to Vancouver Film School: 10 min bus

Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk.

Utilities: Staying in Level Seymour comes with an inclusive bill of:

• Electricity 
• Water 
• WiFi
• Gas 

Security & Safety

• CCTV
• Secure door entry

Places nearby Level Seymour

Food & Bar: Hungry Guys Kitchen & Bar, Thai Town Resturant, The Templeton, etc.

Grocery: Nesters Market, Foodness, Choices Markets, etc.

Medical: Sina Medical & Aesthetics Clinic, etc

Attractions: Vancouver Lookout, Gastown Steam Clock, Cliffwalk, etc. 

2. Level Richards (BAD)

Level Richards is in Yaletown and offers an easy commute to universities. The University of Canada West and Queens University are only 3-4 minutes away on foot. 

The property offers a one-bedroom suite with a big bed, wardrobe, study desk and chair, etc. There’s a big size kitchen and bathroom too. There’s also a two-bedroom suite that offers a queen size bed, TV, study desk and chair, etc. It has a fully fitted kitchen and spacious bathroom too. 

Along with this, the two types of bedroom  come with the top-notch amenities listed on the site. . 

Location:1388 Richards Street Vancouver, BC Canada V6B 3G6

Distance to and from universities:  

Level Richards to University of Canada West: 10 min by bus

Level Richards to Capilano University: 17 min by bus

Level Richards to Vancouver Film School: 13 min by bus

Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk.

Utilities: Staying in Level Richards comes with an inclusive bill of:

• Electricity 
• Water  
• WiFi
• Gas 

 Security & Safety

• CCTV
• Secure door entry

Places nearby Level Richards

Food & Bar: Kaide Sushi Bar, White Spot Granville& Drake, Zab Zaab Thai Cuisine, etc

Grocery: Farm to Table Market, Choices Market, etc

Medical: Yaletown Clinic, ProMedicals, etc

Attractions: Vancouver Lookout, Gastown Steam Clock, Lost Lagoon, Stanley Parke etc. 

3. Casa @ West Georgia (GOOD)

It is in the heart of downtown Vancouver and within walking distance of public transport. Casa is a two-bedroom luxury apartment offering a private bedroom and kitchen. It can accommodate a single or double occupancy. 

The rooms have a big bed, an attached balcony, a private bathroom, and a sofa. They also provide modern amenities, which are listed on the site..  

Location: 1288 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6E 4R3, Canada

Distance to and from universities:

Casa @ West Georgia to University of Canada West: 15 min by bus

Casa @ West Georgia to Capilano University: 11 min by bus

Casa @ West Georgia to Vancouver Film School: 10 min by bus

Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk.

Utilities: Staying in Casa @ West Georgia comes with an inclusive bill of:

• Electricity 
• Water  
• WiFi
• Gas 
• Ventilation System

Security & Safety

• Secure Door-Entry

4. GEC Viva (GOOD)

GEC Viva is on Howe and Drake Street, 8 minute walk from the University of Canada West. It is a shared bedroom apartment offering students a bunk bed or twin bed options. The bedroom has a bathroom, study table & chair, and wardrobe.

There’s a spacious shared kitchen with modern appliances. The rest comes with best-in-class amenities, which are listed on the site. . 

Location: 1311 Howe St. Vancouver BC, Canada, V6Z 2P3

Distance to and from universities:

GEC Viva to University of Canada West: 8 min by bus

GEC Viva to Capilano University: 6 min by bus

GEC Viva to Vancouver Film School: 13 min by bus

Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk.

Utilities: Staying in GEC Viva comes with an inclusive bill of:

• Electricity 
• Water 
• WiFi
• Gas 
• Heating

Security & Safety

• Secure Door-Entry

Places nearby  GEC Viva 

Food & Bar: Hungry Guys Kitchen & Bar. Chambar Restaurant, The Templeton, etc

Grocery: Van Groceries, Nesters Market, Choices Market, etc

Medical: Yaletown Medical Clinic, ProMedicals, etc

Attractions: Vancouver Lookout, Gastown Steam Clock, Angel of Victory. Etc

5. Samesun Vancouver

Samesun is an excellent location for students who study at Northeastern University and the University of Canada West. The property offers dormitory rooms for students. It has bunk beds, a shared bathroom, a kitchen, and windows. It gives students flexible check-in and out. 

There are amenities included in this property. As for the bills, you check below on the utilities covered by this property.

Location: 1018 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1L5, Canada

Distance to and from universities: 

Samesun Vancouver to University of Canada West: 9 min by bus

Samesun Vancouver to Capilano University: 28 min by bus

Samesun Vancouver to Vancouver Film School: 11 min by bus

Transportation: Bus, Car, Bike, or Walk.

Utilities: Staying in Samesun Vancouver comes with an inclusive bill of:

• Grab and Go Breakfast
• WiFi

Security & Safety

• Secure door entry

Places nearby Samesun Vancouver

Food & Bar: Hungry Guys Kitchen & Bar. Chambar Restaurant, The Templeton, etc

Grocery: Van Groceries, Nesters Market, Choices Market, etc

Medical: Yaletown Medical Clinic, ProMedicals, etc

Attractions: Vancouver Lookout, Gastown Steam Clock, Angel of Victory. etc