St Martins House, Leicester

Tucked in Leicester's historic Old Town at 38 King Street, St Martins House is a well-positioned student accommodation Leicester just a 7-minute walk from De Montfort University. All bills are covered, water, gas, heating, electricity, and superfast Wi-Fi, so budgeting stays simple. Choose from ensuite rooms or self-contained studios, with a communal lounge, laundry, and bike storage on-site. Round-the-clock CCTV and secure entry mean you can focus on uni life without a second thought about safety.

Where is the St Martins House student accommodation located?

St Martins House accommodation is located at 38 King Street, Leicester LE1 6RL, UK, in the highly active, academic, and culturally rich City Centre of Leicester. Leicester College Freemen’s Park Campus is just a 16 min walk away, so you’ll never have to rush for lectures. Popular spots like The Leicester Museum and Art Gallery are equally close, also reachable within 5 min walk. And with trains and buses near your doorstep, St Martins House offers better connectivity than many other student accommodations in Leicester.

Why is St Martins House residence a top choice for students?

St Martins House is a top choice for students because it offers a superb combination of comfort, convenience, and safety in Leicester's historic Old Town, fostering a vibrant community among its residents. Residents enjoy all-inclusive bills and high-spec rooms ranging from social en-suites to fully self-contained studios, with access to a communal lounge, bike storage and parking. Your safety is paramount with 24/7 CCTV surveillance and a secure entry system for complete peace of mind. Its unbeatable central location means you're just a short walk from both De Montfort and the University of Leicester, cutting down on commute stress and giving you more time for study or socialising. For work opportunities, the residence is surrounded by retail and hospitality venues such as the Highcross shopping district and St Martin's Square, which are always seeking part-time student staff. Additionally, nearby top companies like Next, Airbus UK, and the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust offer internship programmes to help you gain crucial professional experience alongside your studies, which makes St Martins House the smartest choice for student accommodation UK. Here’s a quick look:

• All-inclusive luxury & amenities: Enjoy fully furnished en-suites or studios with zero bill stress, plus a communal lounge, laundry, bike storage, and optional parking.
• Top-tier safety & peace of mind: Rest easy with 24/7 CCTV surveillance and secure door entry, so you can focus entirely on your studies.
• Prime location & zero commute stress: Both De Montfort and the University of Leicester are just a short walk away, giving you more time for study sessions, socialising, or exploring the historic Old Town.
• Career-boosting nearby opportunities: Find part-time retail work at Highcross or St Martin’s Square and gain professional experience through internships at leading local employers.

Which universities are close to St Martins House Leicester?

At St Martins House, your university is a part of your daily rhythm, saving you from stressful commutes and giving you back precious time. De Montfort University is literally a 7-minute walk (0.3 miles) away, meaning you can hear your alarm fail, roll out of bed, and still make it to your 9 AM lecture with minutes to spare for a coffee. Leicester College Freemen’s Park Campus is a 16-minute stroll (0.7 miles), perfect for a gentle morning walk to wake up before class. For University of Leicester students, a quick 7-minute drive (1.8 miles) gets you there, and the School of Business is also just 7 minutes by car (1.3 miles). Even Loughborough University, at a 33-minute drive (15.1 miles), is manageable for those once-a-week labs or catch-ups with friends. Below are the distances and travel times from St Martins House residence to Leicester's top universities.

What are the top attractions and hangout spots near St Martins House residence?

When your brain is fried from lectures and you need a real break without travelling far, St Martins House has you covered. The Leicester Museum and Art Gallery is just a 5-minute walk (0.2 miles) away, perfect for losing yourself in Egyptian tombs or dinosaur fossils on a rainy afternoon when you need quiet inspiration. For sunny days or a quick mental reset between classes, Nelson Mandela Park is an 8-minute stroll (0.4 miles) where you can lie on the grass, kick a football, or just breathe without thinking about deadlines. And when you want something truly unforgettable, the National Space Centre is a 13-minute drive (2.6 miles), rockets, planetariums, and that feeling of being part of something huge; it’s the ultimate group trip or first-date spot that makes you fall in love with Leicester. Beyond the attractions, the area around St Martins House student accommodation offers a good selection of student-friendly cafes, restaurants, and shopping outlets, such as follows:

Coffee & Hangouts:

• Success Cafe (0.1 mile, 3 min walk): A convenient local cafe serving freshly brewed coffee, light refreshments, snacks, and quick grab-and-go options for busy students.
• Bread & Honey (479 ft, 2 min walk): A cosy cafe known for artisan coffee, freshly baked pastries, sandwiches, and a welcoming atmosphere ideal for studying or catching up with friends.

Plates & Pals:

• Dough What (495 ft, 2 min walk): A popular dining spot offering handcrafted pizzas, freshly prepared sides, and a relaxed setting perfect for casual meals with friends.
• Leicester Afro Caribbean Kitchen (0.2 miles, 3 min walk): A vibrant restaurant serving authentic Afro-Caribbean dishes, flavourful grilled meals, and traditional favourites in a friendly environment.

Bags & Bargains:

• Highcross Leicester (0.5 miles, 11 min walk): Leicester’s leading shopping centre featuring major fashion brands, restaurants, entertainment venues, and everyday essentials.
• St Martin's Square (0.4 miles, 8 min walk): A lively city-centre destination featuring independent boutiques, cafes, restaurants, and unique shopping experiences popular with students and locals alike.

What transport options are available near St Martins House housing?

At St Martins House, getting around is genuinely easy, not exhausting. Station Street (Stand EG) is a 9-minute walk (0.4 miles), perfect for when you're running late. Leicester Travel Terminals is 12 minutes away (0.5 miles), so spontaneous trips home or to London are a breeze. St Margaret's bus stop is a 16-minute walk (0.8 miles), and Leicester North train station is a 14-minute drive (3.5 miles). To make this all a breeze, you can use student-specific passes: consider an academic-year pass from operators like Arriva for incredible savings or check out newer flexi-tickets that can offer savings of up to 20%. The University of Leicester also provides a free shuttle bus for students, just scan your student ID card to hop on. While exact average weekly costs vary by lifestyle, budgets often range from £14 to £17 for local transport, but with a student pass, you could bring that down even further. From St Martins House, here's how far you are from Leicester's key transit spots:

What does the rent at St Martins House student accommodation cover?

Your rent at St Martins House student accommodation covers everything: water, gas, heating, electricity, and superfast Wi-Fi, no hidden fees, no surprise bills. You also get full access to a fully furnished ensuite rooms and studios, communal lounge, communal kitchen, laundry room, bike storage, and parking (additional charge). That means more time studying, sleeping, or hanging out with friends, and zero stress about utilities or extra costs. It's student living made simple, so you can just focus on enjoying Leicester, with a weekly spend budget between £246- £360.

What type of students should choose St Martins House accommodation?

St Martins House is the perfect fit for students who crave a stress-free, balanced university life, where comfort, community, and convenience come together so you can actually enjoy your student years instead of just surviving them. Whether you're a social butterfly, a dedicated scholar, or a career-minded go-getter, this accommodation adapts to your rhythm and gives you the freedom to focus on what truly matters. Here’s who would love it here:

• The late-sleeper: De Montfort is just a 7-minute walk away, roll out of bed and still make your 9 AM lecture with time for coffee.
• The budget-worrier: All bills (utilities + superfast Wi-Fi) are included, no surprise costs, just one simple payment each month.
• The safety-conscious: 24/7 CCTV and secure entry mean you can come home late from the library or a night out without a second of worry.
• The social soul: Communal lounges and shared kitchens make it effortless to meet flatmates, form study groups, or plan spontaneous pizza nights.
• The career-chaser: Part-time jobs at Highcross/St Martin’s Square and internships at Next, Airbus UK, or the NHS Trust are right on your doorstep.
• The explorer: Museums, Nelson Mandela Park, and the National Space Centre are all minutes away, your downtime will be as exciting as your lectures.
• The stress-free planner: Fully furnished rooms, laundry, bike storage, and optional parking mean everything is taken care of, just focus on enjoying student life.