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Lumis Student Living is a purpose built student accommodation located on Capital Quarter, Tyndall Street, Cardiff. It is a short walk from Cardiff University Cathays campus and University of South Wales Cardiff. It offers great amenities such as a large communal area with a cinema room, private gym, games room and Wi-Fi. They offer en-suite rooms in cluster apartments and studio apartments.
One can choose to live in an en-suite room in a shared apartment or a single studio apartment at Lumis student living in Cardiff. If you opt for an en-suite room in a shared apartment, you will have your fully furnished personal bedroom with private en-suite shower room, study space and storage area. However, you will have a shared kitchenette and living area. So, you can talk to your partner in the privacy of your room or try and learn a new dish with the help of your flatmates in the kitchen area. Lumis Student Living accommodation also provides a single studio apartment where you will have a private, fully furnished bedroom with private en-suite bathroom, study area, storage area, modern kitchenette and lounge area for personal use. So, you can live the way you want by singing along to your favourite artist’s songs while watching it on TV in the living area or relaxing by taking a long shower in your bathroom. Lumis Student Living Cardiff provides a huge communal area which features an on-site cinema where you can lighten up your mood with friends and flatmates by watching a great movie or sweat it out in the private gym to attain that perfect summer body. Lumis Student Living student accommodation also offers a games room where you can de-stress by playing fun games with fellow residents or utilise the on-site Wi-Fi to check out the latest emoticon feature on Facebook or tweet to your friends and family members. Feel absolutely safe at Lumis Sudent Living accommodation as it provides CCTV surveillance.
International students in Cardiff must visit the National Museum Cardiff to get to know about the city’s culture and art offerings. Others can head to the Cardiff Castle where you can learn about the cultural history of the city and also go on a clock tour. Others can go to Cardiff City Centre.
If you are not in a mood to cook, you can head to Jamie’s Italian Cardiff to relish lip-smacking Italian cuisine with friends and classmates which are nearby Lumis Student Living Cardiff. Meet up with your long-lost friends over Irish Beer at the O’Neill’s.
Lumis Student Living student accommodation provides awesome facilities which will make it every student’s home away from home.
2 Bedroom Apartment is nicely built in 12.8m2 - 15.6m2 space. The room offers lockable private bedroom, 3/4 sized bed, private bathroom, private kitchen having hob, combi microwave oven, dishwasher, dining area, study desk and chair, double wardrobe, sofa with tv in communal living area, good storage and living space with all modern amenities attached for easy and comfortable living.
Price £140/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Sep 2021
2 Sep 2022
£7,120
Stay 51 weeks
6 Bed Cluster En-Suite is nicely built in 14m2 - 16.8m2 space. The room offers lockable private bedroom, 3/4 sized bed, private bathroom, shared kitchen having hob, combi microwave oven, dining area, study desk and chair, double wardrobe, sofa with tv in communal living area, good storage and living space with all modern amenities attached for easy and comfortable living.
Price £152/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
14 Jul 2023
£6,666
Stay 44 weeks
Price £122/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
1 Sep 2023
£6,205
Stay 51 weeks
5 Bed Cluster En-Suite is nicely built in 14m2 - 16.8m2 space. The room offers lockable private bedroom, 3/4 sized bed, private bathroom, shared kitchen having hob, combi microwave oven, dining area, study desk and chair, double wardrobe, sofa with tv in communal living area, good storage and living space with all modern amenities attached for easy and comfortable living.
Price £135/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
14 Jul 2023
£5,921
Stay 44 weeks
Price £124/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
1 Sep 2023
£6,306
Stay 51 weeks
7 Bed Cluster En-Suite is nicely built in 14m2 - 16.8m2 space. The room offers lockable private bedroom, 3/4 sized bed, private bathroom, shared kitchen having hob, combi microwave oven, dining area, study desk and chair, double wardrobe, sofa with tv in communal living area, good storage and living space with all modern amenities attached for easy and comfortable living.
Price £131/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
14 Jul 2023
£5,745
Stay 44 weeks
Price £120/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
1 Sep 2023
£6,103
Stay 51 weeks
Premium Studio is nicely built in 25.37m2 space. The room offers lockable private bedroom, 3/4 sized bed, private bathroom, private kitchen having hob, combi microwave oven, dining area, study desk and chair, double wardrobe, sofa with tv in communal living area, good storage and living space with all modern amenities attached for easy and comfortable living.
Price £148/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
1 Sep 2023
£7,527
Stay 51 weeks
Premium Studio is nicely built in 20.7m2 - 23.0m2 space. The room offers lockable private bedroom, 3/4 sized bed, private bathroom, private kitchen having hob, combi microwave oven, dining area, study desk and chair, double wardrobe, sofa with tv in communal living area, good storage and living space with all modern amenities attached for easy and comfortable living.
Price £161/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
14 Jul 2023
£7,061
Stay 44 weeks
Price £148/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
1 Sep 2023
£7,527
Stay 51 weeks
Standard Studio is nicely built in 18.0m2 - 19.1m2 space. The studio offers lockable private bedroom, 3/4 sized bed, private bathroom, private kitchen having hob, combi microwave oven, dining area, study desk and chair, double wardrobe, sofa with tv in communal living area, good storage and living space with all modern amenities attached for easy and comfortable living.
Price £140/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
14 Jul 2023
£6,140
Stay 44 weeks
Price £130/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
1 Sep 2023
£6,611
Stay 51 weeks
Price £142/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Sep 2022
1 Sep 2023
£7,222
Stay 51 weeks
Booking Deposit: £100 to confirm your booking. This is converted into a refundable security deposit at the start of your tenancy.
Rent Payments:
Pay in Full
Pay in 3 instalments with a UK Guarantor - first due before moving in, second in January and third in April
If you cancel your room booking within 14-days of your Accommodation Offer (provided you have not seen the accommodation) then you will be entitled to a full refund of booking fees. After 14 days, the booking fee is non-refundable.
If you do not sign the tenancy agreement within the 14-days cool off period, the landlord will cancel your booking automatically and retain your booking fee.
If you have made your booking less than 14 days before your scheduled check-in date, you may cancel your booking until the 14-days after receipt of the Accommodation Offer or the date you actually check-in, whichever comes earlier.
If you cancel your booking after the 14-days cool off period, your booking fees is not refunded and you will be required to meet the obligations set out within the Tenancy Agreement until you are able to find a replacement tenancy to take over your tenancy.
If for any reason you decide to leave during your contracted term after moving in, the landlord may agree to release you from your contract. In this case, you are required to provide a replacement tenant to take over your room for the remaining period of your contract.
If you do not meet the grades of the university you initially applied to OR fail to receive a VISA, you may be released from the contract and receive a refund of your deposit provided you provide the documents as a proof of this.
Q. Who can live here?
Any full-time student (minimum 16 hours per week) enrolled in a university or college, who is 18 years of age or older on the date they submit the application form.
Q. What is the contract length?
A variety of contract lengths are offered from short term summer and semester stays and longer academic year stays. Some semester stays may be available so please enquire with our bookings team.
Q. What is included in the room rate?
All utility bills (water, lights, and electricity), 100Mb internet access, 24 hour security, contents insurance and gym access at specific sites only.
Q. Can I choose my room in the building?
Normally rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis. You can specify any special requests at the time of your booking and we will do our best to accommodate you in that room.
Q. Is there somewhere to store my bike?
Yes, all residences have secure bike storage available free to residents.
Q. Do you have extra storage for suitcases?
If students need to arrive earlier than the check-in time on their contract start date, it is fine to leave suitcases with the Reception team until it's time to check-in. However, there is no storage space at any of the residences, and any luggage is left at your own risk.
Q. What furniture is in my room?
All rooms are standardised and have the same high-quality furniture throughout.
Q. What are the guest policies?
Residences are your home so you are allowed to have friends and family visit you when you want, we just ask that you respect your fellow residents and sign your guests in and out of the buildings so we know who is in the building in case of an emergency.
Q. Is there a curfew?
No, you can come and go as you please. 24-hour security will be available to welcome you at the front door.
Q. Can I smoke in my room?
No. You may smoke outside in designated smoking areas.
Q. Will I have a phone in-room?
Phones are not provided in-room, however Ask4 have provided VOIP telecoms which is available using your laptop and allows residents to call home at discounted rates.
Q. Will I have a TV in-room?
No, however flat screen TV’s are provided in all communal areas and IPTV is available to stream on your laptop.
Q. Will my room be cleaned?
We have a housekeeping team on-site, they will clean all communal areas in the residence. This does not include your room, however you can arrange a room clean with them directly at additional cost.
Q. What if something in my room breaks?
We have a maintenance team on-site, they maintain the residence and make sure that it is always in the best order for students living in the building. Should you have a problem with anything in your room; say your fridge stops working or a lightbulb needs replacing, they will fix it as soon as possible for you. Maintenance issues can be reported online through your student portal.
Q. Are there accessible facilities throughout the buildings?
All residences feature accessible rooms alongside wheelchair and mobility access throughout.
Q. Is there a laundry?
Yes. We have enlistted the help of laundry specialists Circuit to manage our laundry facilities within the residence.
Q. Is the use of the Gym included in my rent?
Yes. We have a fully kitted out gym and fitness suite in some of our residences. This is free for students to use and open 24hrs a day.
Q. What about my Post?
Front desk and security staff will take collections for you and sort your mail. Each resident has a secure mailbox which they share with around 4/5 students living in the building.
Q. What hours can I use the courtyard?
The courtyard is open from 10am-10pm and is a smoke-free zone.
Q. Do you provide bedding?
No. It is up to students to purchase their own bedding.
Q. Can I move in early?
Yes, if your room is available. The additional charge will be at the current room rate per week and early move ins are on a week not daily basis. Please check with our team as to whether your room is available to secure an early arrival.
Q. What do I need to bring?
Provided your checklist is complete and the required rent payment is received, you will only need to provide an ID at Reception when you arrive to check-in
Q. What documents are required for me to check-in?
A copy of your passport, visa, photo and proof of address are required for the same.
These documents must be uploaded to the Student Portal within 10 days of receiving your accommodation offer. Failure to do this will mean that your check-in could be severely delayed and could possibly result in you not being able to check in.
Q. What if I want to live in a different residence to the one I have booked?
Should a resident book with us at one of our residence and then want to move to another residence, this will be possible providing there are rooms available.
Q. Do I need a television licence?
Yes, if you watch television in your bedroom. All homes in the UK require a television licence and your room is treated as a home under the licensing authority's definition. There is a large screen television with Sky in the Social Hub which has a television licence associated with it. However, for IPTV provided by Ask4 and viewed in your room, you will need a licence.
Q. What other charges can I expect?
You will have to pay for laundry, phone calls, your TV licence, upgrade of insurance or internet packages, and any items purchased from the vending machine.
Q. Can I pay by Bank Transfer?
It is possible to pay by bank transfer, however please be aware that it can take up to 5 working days for the same and the payment must be showing in your account before you would be able to check-in to the residence.
Lowest price & best deals, guaranteed!
Get the lowest prices, plus Unilodgers exclusive offers that guarantee a sweet deal on every booking
Flexible is fun
Changed your mind? We don’t mind. Cancel or modify your booking easily within a specific time frame
Smart and easy
Our online interface makes it easy for you to safely and easily browse, book, and pay online for the spaces that make you go😍, with just a few clicks.
Real people, real time
Our easy system lets you do everything on your own. However, if you need any help, our Personal Student Advisors (who are real people, not bots!) are there to help you. From the day you start looking, until the day you move out, we offer 24x7 support.
The rent, the whole rent, and nothing but the rent
No extra fees - the rent is all you pay.
All. The. Choices.
With over 1.5 million student rooms, we have something to suit every preference. Studios private rooms, shared apartments, shared rooms - we’ve got them all.