The Hive, London

Located in the heart of Bethnal Green, The Hive London is modern student accommodation in East London. The area is home to young professionals and a lot of immigrants, making it a hub of mixed culture. The Queen Mary University of London, Newcastle University London, Coventry University London Campus, and London Metropolitan University are less than 20 minutes away from the tube.

Public transport is not an issue for students who live here. You can take a 5 minutes’ walk and take a tube from the Bethnal Green Underground (Central Line). The London City Airport is just 20 minutes’ drive away as well.

The studios of The Hive London are nothing less than lavish. Each studio has a sofa, a spacious bed, ensuite bathroom, fully fitted kitchen, fridge, TV, and plenty of storage cabinets. The desk space (and your whole house), is Wi-Fi connected so you can complete your assignments anywhere. The common room has a large TV where you and your friends can enjoy the big game nights. They also have a gym with the latest cardio equipment & weights. For your dirty pile of clothes, there is laundry and ironing facility as well.

Roll out of your bed to the chirpy atmosphere of the Bethnal Street. Grab a cup of coffee from the kitchen as you think about your day ahead. If you are still feeling lazy, make your way to the gym and shed your laziness by doing some active cardio. Then take a long shower in your ensuite bathroom. You can shamelessly do some bathroom singing as no one will judge you. On weekends, make your way to Shoreditch, which is only 12 minutes’ drive away. Visit the Brick Lane and do some vintage shopping. You can find a lot of unique pieces of clothing, charms, and homeware there. You can also roam around and check out some world famous street art near the hive London accommodation. The trip would definitely make you Instagram famous! If you do not want to go to Shoreditch, you can visit the Rich Mix arts centre in Bethnal Street. It showcases some of the best of local Asian and African culture. For drinks, try The Star of Bethnal, Cocktail Trading Company, and Satan's Whiskers. All these bars are less than 10 minutes’ away from the property.

University Living offers private accommodation close to universities with fewer restrictions and more options, so the students can enjoy a comfortable duration of stay. Take your pick from shared and private rooms, studios, and apartments. We also offer short-term stays for students in summer school and exchange programs.

The major room types are:

Sharing: This is where 2 or more students share a single room, washroom, kitchen, and other communal spaces.

En-suite/Private: This includes a private bedroom and bathroom, while the kitchen and living areas are shared.

Studios: This is a self-contained unit with a bedroom and cooking space along with a private washroom. Two students may book a single studio together, subject to the policies of the accommodation provider.

All properties listed by University Living have been personally verified by the team or their representatives. Each accommodation has fool proof safety measures in place, including CCTV, secure door entries, restricted access, and more.

Most accommodations are self-catered, but you can always ask the reception to connect you with local food delivery vendors!

Most properties have on-site, coin-operated washing machines that make laundry a breeze. Students are expected to keep their rooms clean while common areas are looked after by onsite maintenance staff at regular intervals. If you are unwilling to get your hands dirty, contact the reception for professional cleaning services for an extra fee.

Yes, all of the accommodations have fast internet connectivity for the residents to use.

Most properties have bike storage available. Please contact your Servicing Manager to request car parking facility.

Students are expected to bring their own bedding, kitchen utensils, cutlery, and bathroom essentials. If that’s too much, our good friends at UniKitOut will deliver all these and more to your UK accommodation even before you move in!

We try our best to find accommodation that meets all your needs and preferences. If you still don’t like your accommodation due to unforeseen circumstances, we will try our best to replace your room within 30 days for a one-time fee of £250.

Please contact the on-site maintenance office or reception at the accommodation to report any issues.

Never. Your room belongs to you for the entirety of your tenancy period!