How to book accommodation
The process of booking depends on what type of accommodation and provider you need. We’ve put together some useful information on how to book NTU, UPP or private accommodation.
NTU and UPP accommodation
Bookings for new students starting in September 2026 opened on Tuesday 10 February 2026.
To book for this year you’ll need your NTU ID number, which will have been sent to you in your offer communications from us.
You must also have:
- confirmed NTU as your first choice or Clearing choice on UCAS Hub,
- allow 48 hours after accepting your offer on UCAS before creating your password,
- have accepted your offer on our applicant portal if you applied direct,
- or be a returning NTU student.
We do not require a deposit to reserve NTU or UPP accommodation.
Returning students for 2026/27
Information about making a booking as a returner, perks and incentives, and key dates can be found on our accommodation for returning students webpage.
Short term accommodation
Currently enrolled students that require short-term accommodation, can book now via the accommodation portal.
How to book your accommodation
Follow these simple steps to get ready:
If you haven’t already, confirm NTU as your firm choice to access the accommodation booking portal.
You can accept your offer:
- UCAS Hub – if you applied through UCAS
- NTU Applicant Portal – if you applied directly to NTU
Explore the range of student accommodation options we have available and make a shortlist of your favourites.
You’ll need a password before you can book. We recommend doing this before the booking system opens.
Please allow 48 hours after accepting your offer on UCAS before creating your password.
To create your password: enter your NTU ID on the My Password page and follow the steps.
When booking opens, access the NTU accommodation portal and select ‘Accommodation booking’ and follow the steps on screen.
Log in using your NTU ID and the password you created in Step 3.
Choose your preferred residence, flat and room. When you're ready, check your details and select ‘Book room’ to confirm.
After booking, you’ll be invited back to sign your contract and set up your rent payment plan. You'll receive an email to confirm your booking.
If your course offer is still being processed by our Admissions team, or you’re a conditional offer holder, you will be asked to complete these steps once your course place has been confirmed.
Key dates
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Feb
10
Accommodation booking system goes live
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Jul
2
Clearing opens
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Aug
13
A-level results day and accommodation confirmed
More information on booking
If you are under 18 years old, we advise that you read the specific information for students under 18 before applying for accommodation.
Booking accommodation for under 18 students is really simple and can be reserved online through our accommodation booking portal. Follow the steps to create a password and log in. Once you have created an account start a booking by clicking on the ‘Accommodation booking’ tab at the top left of the page.
To book accommodation starting in January, you must have accepted your offer to study at NTU before you can make a booking.
Rooms are reserved online through our accommodation booking portal. Follow the steps to create a password and log in. Once you have created an account start a booking by clicking on the ‘Accommodation booking’ tab in the to left of the page.
Bookings for January 2026 are now open.
To book accommodation for postgraduate and mature students, you must have accepted your offer to study at NTU before you can make a booking.
Rooms are reserved online through our accommodation booking portal. Follow the steps to create a password and log in. Once you have created an account start a booking by clicking on the ‘Accommodation booking’ tab in the to left of the page.
Find out more about accommodation for postgraduate and mature students.
To book accommodation as an international student, you must have accepted your offer to study at NTU before you can make a booking.
Booking accommodation for returning students is really simple and can be done online:
- Visit the NTU accommodation portal
- Select your hall and contract length (44 or 51 weeks)
- Complete your booking and make your payment arrangement
- If you are in UPP halls, claim your rewards after arrival!
All students should be able to learn and enjoy student life, whatever their personal identity or circumstances.
If you think you need any additional support, or want to let us know that you're care experienced, estranged or at risk of becoming estranged, please get in touch. We have a dedicated member of staff who will be happy to guide you through the process. More information on
For more information on the support that the university can offer for care experienced and estranged students, please view the dedicated Care leaver and estranged students accommodation page.
If you have a serious health issue or disability that makes it difficult for you to live in halls, please see our accessible accommodation guide.
Students with mobility, hearing, or visual impairments, or multiple conditions should contact us before booking a room. We might be able to make adaptations and/or adjustments to help you find a room that suits your specific needs.
NTU offer a selection of lifestyle specific flats to cater to individual student needs, such as quiet flats, where students agree to a calmer and quieter hall experience. You can view the lifestyle flat options when submitting a booking on the accommodation portal.
We also offer single-gender, Health and Allied Professions and Teaching flats, and mature first year undergraduate flats.
These flats are available across the majority of our portfolio of rooms.
Visit our Lifestyle flats page for more information.
Whether you have already secured or are in the process of booking accommodation for your placement year, Student Accommodation Services can support you with this - please contact the team to discuss further.
We can only offer you a room if you have a firm offer with NTU and have an NTU ID number.
There are a limited number of each type of room and allocation is on a first-come, first-served basis. If these contracts are not suitable, or if our allocation becomes full, then we will offer you support and guidance in finding alternative accommodation.
To check availability and book, select "Accommodation booking" on the NTU accommodation portal.
Learn more about single semester and short-term accommodation.
NTU offers modern rooms for both NTU students and external visitors in Nottingham City Centre, Clifton Campus and Brackenhurst from late July to early September.
- If you are a current NTU student, please log in to the accommodation booking portal to book student summer accommodation
- If you are an external visitor, please visit our accommodation booking portal to book summer accommodation.
Booking private accommodation
If you are interested in private accommodation, you must book directly with that private provider. Your contract will be with the company or individual that manages that building.
We recommend several private providers for purpose-built student accommodation in Nottingham, and there are lots more options. We also partner with Unipol who provide student accommodation across Nottingham.
NTU Podcast: Accommodation
In this episode of the NTU podcast, we’re discussing everything you need to know about our range of student accommodation.
From exploring the variety of options available and understanding the booking process, to practical tips on what to pack – we’ll help you feel confident and prepared every step of the way.
Join our accommodation expert, Tom, and current NTU student Riya as they share insider advice, personal experiences, and valuable tips to help you find your home away from home. Your NTU adventure begins here!
Get in touch
For help with booking your accommodation, please call our accommodation team on +44 (0)115 848 2894, or email accommodation@ntu.ac.uk.