
Extend Your Stay
Term ending doesn't have to mean packing up! Stay on in your city this summer. Whether you want to work, explore, or just take a proper break, enjoy your time without the stress of finding temporary housing elsewhere.
Explore a New City
Spend summer somewhere different! Pick a city and book a short stay with Downing Students. Make the most of the summer!
Arrive Early
Skip the September scramble. Move into your new room early, get settled on your own terms, and start the year ahead of everyone else. Early arrival stays available across all our locations.
Nine Cities, One Easy Booking
Summer stays available across the UK. Find your city below and check availability.

Coventry

Edinburgh

Exeter

Glasgow

Leeds

Liverpool

London

Manchester

Newcastle
Frequently Askes Questions
Can you stay in student accommodation over the summer?
Yes. Downing Students offers short-term summer accommodation across nine UK cities: Manchester, Newcastle, London, Liverpool, Leeds, Exeter, Edinburgh, Coventry, and Glasgow. Stays are available to current residents, incoming September students and students who haven't lived with us before. No long-term contract is required. Book only the dates you need.
How much does a summer stay cost?
Summer stays start from £116.50 per week for general bookings. Please click 'find rooms' for live availability or enquire here.
Can non-UK students stay over the summer?
Yes. International students are welcome to book summer stays at any Downing Students location. Whether you're staying on after your course or arriving early for the new academic year, our team can help arrange the right room for your dates.
Can I stay in a different city to my current property?
Yes. Summer stays are open across all seven locations regardless of where you currently live or study. If you want to spend summer in a new city, browse our locations and book through the relevant city page.
How do I book?
For students who don't currently live with us, select your city below, choose "Summer Lets", find your room and make a booking.
Existing residents can login in to their resident portal and create an application. Alternatively, please speak to our team on-site who can create the booking for you.
Summer spaces are limited, so we recommend booking early.
Is there a booking fee?
There is a £60 booking fee which is offset against your rent payment.
Existing residents will not be required to pay an additional deposit.











