Unilife
Riverside House

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Studios in Guildford


8 Apartments
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Classic

£315pw

Ground floor, single occupancy, spacious, quality furnishings, double bed, ensuite, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, kitchenette.

Size

19 SQM

Single Occupancy

Small Double

Private Kitchen

Ensuite Bathroom

Available
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Premium

£325pw

First floor, single occupancy, spacious, quality furnishings, double bed, ensuite, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, kitchenette.

Size

19 SQM

Single Occupancy

Small Double

Private Kitchenette

Ensuite Bathroom

Available
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Premium Plus

£340pw

2nd, 3rd and 4th floor, single occupancy, spacious, quality furnishings, double bed, ensuite, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, kitchenette.

Size

19 SQM

Single Occupancy

Small Double

Private Kitchenette

Ensuite Bathroom

Last few remaining
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Premium Extra

£345pw

5th floor, unique layout, single occupancy, spacious, quality furnishings, ensuite bathroom, Wi-Fi, Smart TV.

Size

20 SQM

Single Occupancy

Small Double

Private Kitchenette

Ensuite Bathroom

Available
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Premium VIP

£350pw

5th floor, single occupancy, spacious, quality furnishings, ensuite, Wi-Fi, TV, kitchenette.

Size

19 SQM

Single Occupancy

Small Double

Private Kitchen

Ensuite Bathroom

Available
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Luxury

£395pw

1st floor, river view, dual occupancy, double bed, two study desks, ensuite, kitchenette.

Size

26 SQM

Single Occupancy

Dual Occupancy

Private Kitchenette

Ensuite Bathroom

Available
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Luxury plus

£410pw

2nd, 3rd & 4th floor, river view, dual occupancy, double bed, two study desks, ensuite, kitchenette.

Size

26 SQM

Single Occupancy

Dual Occupancy

Private Kitchenette

Ensuite Bathroom

Last few remaining
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Luxury VIP

£445pw

Top floor river views, dual occupancy, double bed, two study desks, ensuite, kitchenette.

Size

26 SQM

Single Occupancy

Dual Occupancy

Private Kitchenette

Ensuite Bathroom

Best Student Wellbeing
Award Winning Operator

Unilife are proud winners of Best Student Wellbeing in the UK 2025.

This incredible achievement comes alongside our Platinum Certification as a leading student accommodation operator. A recognition earned through our partnership with the Global Student Living Index, where our amazing residents rated us across every aspect of life at Unilife.

We were also proud finalists for Best Student Community & Best Small Operator.

Platinum Certified Operator


Best Student Community


Best Student Wellbeing


Best Small Operator

whats
included

Dedicated City Manager

Grab & Go Breakfast

Study Room

Community Hub

Unlimited Hot Drinks

Content Insurance

PS5 and Switch

Weekly Events

Cinema Room

Karaoke Machine

£100 Laundry Card

24/7 Gym

24/7 Wellbeing Support

Wisdom Wellbeing Mobile App

Structured Counselling

Legal, Medical & Financial Support

welcome to riverside house
Guildford

unilife riverside house in guildford

Welcome to Riverside House, boutique student living in the heart of Guildford, set along the peaceful banks of the River Wey. With 99 modern studios, this is more than just a place to stay, it is a personalised living experience designed around you that you will be proud to call your home away from home.

Just a three minute walk from the University of Surrey, Riverside House is located in a safe student area. Wake up to stunning river views, enjoy easy access to campus, and explore the town centre, all minutes away from the accommodation.

From day one, our dedicated city supervisor, Jasmin is here to make sure you feel safe, supported, and right at home.

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Experience
the building

Step inside your future home with our immersive online tour. Explore every corner of our Luxury studios and Unilife community.

 

your space
at riverside house

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Studios for Couples

Our Luxury, Luxury Plus and Luxury VIP studios at Riverside House offer the perfect space to live and grow together. Share the experience, split the rent and enjoy luxury living at an affordable price with free dual occupancy.

Equipped with a double bed, two study desks, two wardrobes, your own private kitchenette and ensuite bathroom. Everything you need to feel at home.

Unilife is proud to be one of the few student accommodation providers in Southampton that welcomes couples student accommodation. 

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Student Health
And Wellbeing

We provide every student with a Health Assured membership to the student assistance programme. It is available 24/7, 365 days a year.

Our Unilife students use their membership on a daily basis to support with: Stress, Anxiety, Alcohol, Drugs, Housing, Money, Relationship, Sexual, Gender Identity and much more.

It is your membership and completely confidential and individual to your tenancy. No information is shared with the Unilife team

Health and Wellbeing
Highly recommend the property, excellent location and super friendly staff!

Riverside House Student

Student Crowd 4.14 star rating

8 January 2026

Testimonials
Riverside house is conveniently located and offers a wide range of amenities onsite, such as a free 24/7 coffee machine, PS5 and a study space….

Riverside House Student

Student Crowd 5 star rating

6 January 2026

Testimonials
I really enjoy living here, the community that has been built here is unbeaten. I have made so many great friends here at riverside. Jasmin…

Riverside House Student

Student Crowd 5 star rating

2 January 2026

Testimonials
Unilife Riverside has been such a lovely place to live, it feels more like a small family than just student accommodation. The location by the…

Riverside House Student

Student Crowd 5 star rating

16 December 2025

Testimonials
The accommodation is at a great location 10 minutes from the train station and 15 minutes away from town centre and the main bus station…

Riverside House Student

Student Crowd 4.14 star rating

11 December 2025

Testimonials

Memory Makers
At Riverside House

Ben

Ben

Operations Manager

Jasmin

Jasmin

House Supervisor

Alex

Alex

Head of Sales & International Partnerships

Chantelle

Chantelle

Sales Executive

Ben

Ben

Operations Manager

Jasmin

Jasmin

House Supervisor

Alex

Alex

Head of Sales & International Partnerships

Chantelle

Chantelle

Sales Executive

our community
events

Unilife students
Unilife students

Best Locations
In Central guildford

University
  • Surrey University (3 minute walk)

  • Academy of contemporary music (10 minute walk)

  • University of Creative Arts (15 minute train journey)

Transport
  • Guildford Train Station (8 minute walk)

  • Guildford Bus Station (10 minute walk)

  • Gatwick Airport (45 minutes drive)

Shopping
  • Friary Shopping Centre (10minutes walk)

  • Supermarket (7 minutes walk)

  • High Street Shops (11 minute walk)

Entertainment
  • Odeon Cinema (7 minutes walk)

  • Nightclubs (8minutes walk)

  • Leisure Complex (15minutes walk)

£250 cash for referring
your friends

Know someone looking for student accommodation? When you refer a friend to Unilife, both you and the new student will receive £250 cash. It is that easy. Share the experience, enjoy the rewards!

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frequently asked
questions

What discount do I get with a group booking?
What discount do I get with a group booking?

Book as a group of 3 or more and enjoy an exclusive reward worth up to £500.

Receive 1 week’s free rent plus £250 cashback as a thank-you for choosing to live together at Unilife. It’s our way of giving your group a head start on the year.

T&Cs: All bookings must be made on the same day. Free rent is applied as a rent credit. Cashback is paid separately. Minimum group size of 3. Maximum total incentive value £500 per booking. Subject to availability.

What is the step by step guide to making a booking online?
What is the step by step guide to making a booking online?

Head to our booking page and click book now on your preferred studio to begin.

Page one:

  • You will see a summary of the property, studio, weekly rate and total contract value.
  • Fill in your personal details and provide an emergency contact.

Page two:

  • Upload a valid photo ID (Passport or UK driving license).
  • Upload a proof of studies document that clearly has your name, course and enrolment dates.

Page three:

  • Carefully read through your tenancy agreement.
  • Sign at the bottom to confirm your understanding and agreement.

Page four: 

  • A £300 deposit is required to secure your booking. This is made online.
  • You can pay via UK bank transfer, international bank transfer or international card payment.

Once the deposit payment has reached us, the property manager wll be notified to co-sign the contract. We will verify your personal details and documents before finalising your booking. You will then receive a copy of your assured short hold email with the assured shorthold tenancy and how to rent guide.

How can I book a studio with an early check in?
How can I book a studio with an early check in?

If you are looking to arrive earlier than a check in date shown on the booking page, please contact our sales team here. They will be able to manually search for the availability and send a contract direct to your email, subject to availability.

Do I need to pay a deposit when booking a studio?
Do I need to pay a deposit when booking a studio?

Yes, a £300 deposit is required to secure your studio. This deposit is refundable at the end of your tenancy, subject to room condition. Once your contract is signed and completed, we will also require a pre-rent instalment of £500 to confirm your booking. This payment is due 7 days after completion and is deducted from the total rent due.

How do I book a studio at Unilife?
How do I book a studio at Unilife?

Visit our booking page here. Select the property and studio you are interested in and press book now. This will take you to our secure booking system where you can complete your reservation. If you need any support with the booking process, please reach out to our friendly sales team here. 

What payments are required for a booking?
What payments are required for a booking?

To secure a studio with Unilife, the following payments are required:

1. £300 deposit is required upon signature of contract. It is refundable at the end of the tenancy, subject to room status.
2. Once the contract has been counter signed by our city manager, a pre-rent instalment of £500 is due.

Who can book a student studio at Unilife?
Who can book a student studio at Unilife?

You can book a Unilife studio at our city centre locations if you are a student aged 18 and over and in full time education, whether studying a Pre-sessional, Undergraduate or Postgraduate course, for the length of your studies.

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