If you are looking for an alternative to host family accommodation then we suggest the following:

1) UNITE – self-catering - available throughout the year

2) University of Plymouth – self catering – available from June to September only

3) Hotels – available throughout the year

1) UNITE offers student accommodation throughout the UK has several buildings in Plymouth. 

Central Point is located in the middle of Plymouth’s city centre and is just a 10 minute walk from the college.  The all-inclusive rent starts at £62.00 per week.

Discovery Heights is a new property, completed in September 2004.  Also located in Plymouth’s city centre, the building is a 15 minute walk from the college.  The all-inclusive rent starts at £69.99 per week.

Alexandra Works is also a new property situated close to Mutley Plain and is a 35 minute walk to the college or a 10 minute bus ride into the city centre.  Facilities include an on-site laundry and bike storage area.  The all-inclusive rent starts at just £57.00 per week.

All the UNITE buildings are located close to the city centre, transport links and all the entertainment venues in Plymouth.   Most rooms are en-suite and apartments have shared kitchen/lounge areas.  All the properties offer security such as CCTV, emergency call points and a 24/7 help line.

For more information about this self-catering accommodation option go to http://www.unite-students.com/ACCOMMODATION.information/Plymouth/default.html

and simply click on the link for the property you are interested in.

2) The University of Plymouth offers accommodation to non-university students between June and September each year.  The accommodation is located in Plymouth city centre and is a pleasant 20 minute walk from the Mayflower College.  A standard arrangement includes a single room, regular cleaning service, bed linen and shared use of kitchen and bathroom facilities.  The price for this self catering option is the same as for host family accommodation and the fees are payable to the Mayflower College.

3) Mayflower College can help you to arrange excellent hotel or guest house accommodation within walking distance of the school.  Most guesthouses offer bed and breakfast accommodation with prices starting from approximately £30 per night.