One of the biggest decisions you will have to make is where you would like to live in Dublin. We highly recommend booking Student Residences and to apply early and to multiple locations

Student Residence Accommodation Information for students considering living in student residence accommodation

Student Residence accommodation is purpose built student accommodation and is the only long-term accommodation you can book in advance of your arrival to Dublin. This saves you valuable time, as you don't need to search for accommodation when you arrive.

Most of the residential options are fairly new and purpose-built properties all around Dublin city. Some options are within walking distance of NCI, others are well connected by public transport.

What to consider

Pros

  • Advance booking from your home country
  • Time-saving as no need for accommodation search in Dublin
  • Secure living
  • New, purpose-built & stylish properties with great facilities
  • Sociable environment
  • On-site maintenance

Cons

  • You may need to book for the academic year
  • Can sell out quickly
  • Can be expensive
  • House rules may not suit your lifestyle
  • You do not get to choose who you live with
  • Difficult to cancel contract you have committed for

Accommodation Links 

There are a large number of student residence accommodations in Dublin. We have collected some helpful information for you below.

Please note NCI is not affiliated with any of the listed accommodation providers. NCI have not visited nor vetted any of these accommodation options. Details are for information only. 

Student residence booking websites

Booking websites for student accommodation in Ireland.

Student residences websites

NCI reaches out to some of the student residences below to ask about availability and any updates we have will be included. Students are also advised to join waiting lists on the websites as cancellations may happen.

Student Residences Booking Availability Commuting Time to NCI
Mayor Square | Mezzino Limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) Next to NCI
Point Campus | Dublin Nest Limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) 9 min by public transport, 4 min by bike, 13 min walk
Buckley Hall Very limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) 9 min by public transport, 5min bike, 12 min walk
Kavanagh Court | Yugo Very limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) 13 min by public transport, 8 min by bike or 17 min walk
Liv Student Very limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website (updated 20/06/2025) 14 min by public transport, 12 min by bike, or 30 min walk
Beckett House | Aparto Available for for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website (updated 20/06/2025) 16 min by public transport, 10 min by bike, or 20 min walk
Highlight Parkgate Very Limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to check if rooms become available due to cancellations by emailing the residence directly (updated 20/06/2025) 19 min by public transport, 19 min by bike, or 46 min walk
Dominick Place | Yugo Very limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 19 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 28 min walk
Highlight Thomas Street Fully booked for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) 19 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 39 min walk
Stoneybatter | Mezzino Place Very limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 20 min by public transport, 17 min by bike, or 40 min walk
Scape Dublin | Dublin Nest Limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) 21 min by public transport, 10 min by bike, or 28 min walk
A W To be confirmed 21 min by public transport, 12 min by bike, or 35 min walk
Dorset Point | Aparto Available for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 22 min by public transport, 12 min by bike, or 30 min walk
Broadstone Hall | Yugo Limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 22 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 34 min walk
Binary Hub | Aparto Available for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 22 min by public transport, 13 min by bike, or 39 min walk
Ardcairn House | Yugo Limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 22 min by public transport, 16 min by bike, or 40 min walk
Swuite Limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Email without delay to book (updated 20/06/2025) 22 min by public transport, 16 min by bike or 42 min walk
Highfield House | Mezzino Very limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 25 min by public transport, 16 min by bike or 40 min walk
Heyday Carman's Hall To be confirmed 25 min by public transport, 12 min by bike or 36 min walk
Ardee Point Limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) 26 min by public transport, 15 min by bike, or 43 minute walk
The Tannery | Yugo Available for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 27 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 41 minute walk
Cork Street Very limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) 28 min by public transport, 16 min by bike, or 47 minute walk  
The Loom | Aparto Available for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 30 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 45 min walk
New Mill | Yugo Very limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 26 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 42 min walk
Highfield Park | Yugo Limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 27 min by public transport, 14 min by bike, or 43 min walk
Brewers Close | Yugo Very limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 29 min by public transport, 15 min by bike, or 43 min walk
Brickworks | Mezzino Very limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 30 min by public transport, 16 min by bike or 48 min walk
Stoneybatter Residence Available for for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) 30 min by public transportation or 17 by bike
Griffith Fully booked for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 35 min by public transport, 20 min by bike, or 50 min walk
Montrose | Aparto Available for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) 40 min by public transport or 24 min by bike
Shanowen Hall Available for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) 40 min by public transport or 25 min by bike
Gateway Student Village Very limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 45 min by public transport or 30 min by bike
Hazelwood Accommodation Limited availability for 2025/2026 academic year (updated 20/06/2025) 50 min by public transportation or 30 min by bike
Aspen Student Homes Availability for 2025/2026 academic year. Advised to join waiting list on the website for any cancellations (updated 20/06/2025) 51 min by public transportation or 28 min by bike