Student Luxe – Your Complete Move-In Guide
Everything You Need to Know Before Moving into Student Luxe Accommodation
Moving away to university normally comes with a long list of things to organise, furniture, bedding, kitchen equipment, utility bills, Wi-Fi and everything else you might need in your new home.
Student Luxe works rather differently.
Instead of traditional university halls or shared student accommodation, Student Luxe specialises in private, fully furnished and professionally managed apartments for students, combining independent living with many of the services you'd expect from an extended hotel stay.
Apartments come set up and ready to live in, with bills, Wi-Fi, regular housekeeping and many everyday essentials already taken care of.
Student Luxe has a particularly extensive portfolio in central London, with accommodation convenient for many of the capital's universities, alongside accommodation in other UK and international cities.
So if you're moving into a Student Luxe apartment, don't automatically follow a conventional university halls packing list and buy everything before you arrive.
This independent Loomz guide explains what's typically included, what you should check for your particular apartment and what may still be useful to bring.
Student Luxe at a Glance
🏠 Provider: Student Luxe
📍 Locations: Extensive central London portfolio, with additional accommodation available in other UK and international cities
🎓 Universities: Accommodation is available near numerous universities, particularly major London institutions including UCL, LSE, King's College London, Imperial College London, London Business School, UAL, SOAS and others
🏢 Accommodation: Private, professionally managed serviced apartments rather than conventional university halls
🛏 Bedrooms: Fully furnished and move-in ready
🚿 Bathrooms: Private bathroom facilities — Student Luxe does not operate around shared student bathrooms
🍳 Kitchen: Private kitchen facilities rather than traditional shared halls kitchens
💷 Utility bills: Included
📶 Wi-Fi: Included
🛏 Bedding: Bedding and linen included
🛁 Towels: Included
🍴 Kitchen equipment: Everyday equipment including cutlery is provided
🧹 Housekeeping: Regular housekeeping included
🏋️ Building facilities: Vary by property and can include gyms, swimming pools, reception and concierge services
📅 Stay length: Flexible options are available rather than only conventional academic-year contracts
🔑 Guarantor: Student Luxe states that a UK guarantor is not required
🛠 Resident support: Ongoing guest/resident support provided
Why Students Choose Student Luxe
Student Luxe occupies a different part of the student accommodation market from conventional university halls.
The emphasis is on privacy, convenience, location and service.
Rather than moving into a bedroom within a large student flat and sharing a kitchen and bathroom with other residents, Student Luxe offers private apartments that are professionally managed and already prepared for your arrival.
This can particularly appeal to:
- International students moving to the UK
- Students who want their own private apartment
- Postgraduate students
- Students who prefer serviced accommodation
- Students wanting central locations close to university
- Parents looking for professionally managed accommodation for their son or daughter
- Students who don't have a UK guarantor
- Students requiring more flexible lengths of stay
- Students who would rather have bills and services organised for them
It's a significantly different experience from conventional student halls — and generally a considerably more premium one.
Student Luxe in London
London is Student Luxe's largest market.
Its accommodation covers many of the capital's most desirable and convenient neighbourhoods, with apartments selected partly for their proximity to major universities.
Areas can include locations such as:
- Mayfair
- Marylebone
- Bloomsbury
- Holborn
- Covent Garden
- Kensington
- Knightsbridge
- Fitzrovia
- London Bridge
- Central London
Student Luxe also provides accommodation searches specifically around major universities.
These include:
- University College London (UCL)
- London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
- King's College London
- Imperial College London
- London Business School
- University of the Arts London (UAL)
- SOAS University of London
- City St George's, University of London
- Royal College of Music
- Other London universities and specialist institutions
If you're studying in London, always check the journey between your particular apartment and your actual campus rather than looking only at the university name.
Private Apartment Living
One of the biggest differences between Student Luxe and traditional halls is privacy.
Student Luxe describes its accommodation as private living space without shared kitchens or bathrooms.
That means you're not moving into the traditional setup of several student bedrooms arranged around a communal kitchen.
You'll have your own living environment, giving you greater independence over things such as:
- Cooking
- Cleaning
- Study time
- Visitors
- Noise
- Food storage
- Daily routines
For students who value privacy, this can be a major advantage.
It also means you won't necessarily have the automatic social network that comes from sharing a flat with several other first-year students.
If you're new to the city, it's therefore worth getting involved with your university's societies, course events and student activities as well.
What’s Usually Included?
Student Luxe apartments are considerably more comprehensively equipped than most traditional student accommodation.
Student Luxe states that apartments are fully furnished, equipped and ready to move into.
Typical inclusions include:
- Furniture
- Bed
- Bedding
- Bed linen
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Private kitchen
- Kitchen equipment
- Cutlery
- Wi-Fi
- Electricity
- Water
- Heating
- Regular housekeeping
- Resident support
The exact contents and facilities vary between apartments and buildings.
Some properties may also offer facilities such as:
- 24-hour reception
- Concierge
- Gym
- Swimming pool
- In-apartment laundry
- Communal lounges
- Air conditioning
- Room service
- Breakfast
- Other hotel-style amenities
Always check the listing for your particular apartment before booking or buying additional items.
Bedding and Towels
This is an important difference from conventional UK university halls.
Student Luxe provides bedding, linen and towels as part of its furnished accommodation.
You therefore shouldn't automatically order a complete new bedding set before arriving.
However, you might still choose to bring or buy personal items such as:
- Favourite pillow
- Additional blanket
- Throw
- Extra towels
- Sleep mask
- Bedside accessories
If you want additional fitted bedding of your own, confirm the mattress dimensions before ordering it.
Your Kitchen
Student Luxe apartments provide private kitchen facilities rather than the shared kitchens typically found in student halls.
They are also equipped for your arrival.
That means you shouldn't immediately buy the enormous kitchen starter kit that might be appropriate for an empty private rental.
Check exactly what your apartment contains first.
You may find that most of the basics are already there.
Once you've moved in, you can decide whether there are additional items that would make cooking easier or better suited to your own habits.
Bills and Wi-Fi
Student Luxe operates on an all-inclusive model.
Utilities such as electricity, water and Wi-Fi are included rather than requiring you to set up separate accounts after arriving.
This is particularly useful for international students unfamiliar with UK utilities and for anyone staying in the city for a relatively limited period.
It also makes budgeting easier because you don't have to divide household bills with other students or manage several utility providers.
Check your individual booking terms for the precise services included with your apartment.
Housekeeping
Regular housekeeping is another major difference between Student Luxe and conventional student accommodation.
Housekeeping is included as part of the service.
That doesn't mean you won't need to look after your apartment between visits, but it substantially reduces the amount of cleaning equipment you need to buy compared with moving into an ordinary private rental.
A few personal cleaning and organisation products can still be useful for everyday spills and tidying.
Building Facilities
Student Luxe works with apartments across numerous professionally managed buildings rather than operating one identical specification everywhere.
Facilities therefore vary considerably by property.
Depending on where you stay, your building might provide:
- Reception
- 24-hour concierge
- Gym
- Swimming pool
- Lounge
- Lift
- In-apartment laundry
- Air conditioning
- Breakfast
- Room service
- Other serviced-apartment facilities
Don't assume a facility shown at one Student Luxe property will be available at another.
Your individual apartment listing is the best source for the facilities included with your booking.
Preparing for Move-In Day
Because so much is already provided, preparing for Student Luxe should be simpler than preparing for conventional halls.
1. Read your apartment specification
Check the exact apartment you're booking.
Pay particular attention to:
- Kitchen equipment
- Laundry facilities
- Building amenities
- Housekeeping
- Reception arrangements
- Storage
- Check-in procedure
2. Don't overpack
Furniture, bedding, linen, towels and kitchen basics are already provided.
There's little point transporting duplicates across the UK — and even less point bringing them halfway around the world.
3. Pack your personal essentials
Concentrate on the things that make the apartment yours:
- Clothes
- Laptop
- Chargers
- Study equipment
- Toiletries
- Medication
- Important documents
- Personal belongings
4. Check your arrival arrangements
Make sure you understand where and how you'll collect keys or check into the property.
5. Buy additional items after arrival
For anything you're unsure about, wait.
Once you've seen your apartment, you'll know exactly what additional items would actually be useful.
International Students
Student Luxe can be particularly attractive to international students because many of the usual complications of renting a UK property have already been dealt with.
Instead of arriving in Britain and immediately having to arrange furniture, utilities, internet and household equipment, you're moving into accommodation that's already set up.
Student Luxe also states that its booking model does not require a UK guarantor or the conventional references associated with many private tenancies.
If you're moving to the UK from overseas, keep your important arrival documents somewhere accessible rather than packing them deep inside your luggage.
These might include:
- Passport
- Visa documentation where applicable
- University documentation
- Accommodation booking information
- Travel insurance
- Medication/prescription information
- Bank/payment information
- Emergency contacts
Laundry
Laundry arrangements vary by apartment and building.
Some Student Luxe properties include in-unit laundry facilities, while arrangements at other buildings can differ.
Check your apartment specification before arriving.
If you have your own washing machine, you may simply need everyday laundry supplies such as detergent and a laundry basket or bag.
Study Setup
Even when you're living close to university, you'll probably spend a considerable amount of time studying from your apartment.
Your laptop and course equipment will be the obvious priorities, but small additions can make your study space considerably more practical.
Depending on what's already provided, useful items might include:
- Laptop accessories
- Charging cables
- Extension or charging solutions
- Desk organisation
- Reading light
- Headphones
- Cable management
Bathroom Essentials
Your bathroom is private rather than shared with a corridor or flat of other students.
Towels are already provided, so concentrate on your personal bathroom items.
These might include:
- Toiletries
- Toothbrush and dental care
- Skincare
- Haircare
- Personal grooming products
- Additional bathroom storage if required
What Should You Buy Before You Move In?
Less than you would for conventional university halls.
That's probably the most useful advice for a Student Luxe resident.
Don't order a generic university starter kit containing dozens of items before checking what your apartment already includes.
Student Luxe already provides many things students normally have to buy.
Instead:
Check what's provided → arrive → unpack → identify what you actually need.
You can then choose additional items that genuinely make your apartment more comfortable or useful rather than buying duplicates.
Bedroom Essentials
Bedding and towels are already provided, but you may want additional comfort, organisation or personal items.
Kitchen Essentials
Your kitchen is already equipped, so check what you have before adding anything.
Bathroom Essentials
Focus on toiletries and the personal bathroom products you actually use.
Study Essentials
Personal tech and study accessories can help turn your apartment into a productive place to work.
Helpful Student Guides
Even though Student Luxe provides much more than conventional student halls, there's still plenty to organise before university.
- UK University Packing Checklist
- University Move-In Checklist
- Bedroom Essentials Guide
- Kitchen Essentials Guide
- Bathroom Essentials Guide
- UK University Move-In Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Student Luxe traditional student accommodation?
No.
Student Luxe specialises in private, professionally managed serviced apartments suitable for students rather than conventional university halls, dormitories or shared student flats.
Where does Student Luxe have accommodation?
Student Luxe has a particularly extensive portfolio in London and also offers accommodation in other UK and international cities.
Check Student Luxe directly for its current locations and availability.
Which London universities does Student Luxe cover?
Student Luxe offers apartments convenient for many London universities, including UCL, LSE, King's College London, Imperial College London, London Business School, UAL and SOAS, among others.
Availability depends on your dates, budget and preferred location.
Are Student Luxe apartments private?
Yes.
Student Luxe's proposition is based around private apartments rather than shared student kitchens and bathrooms.
Are Student Luxe apartments furnished?
Yes.
Apartments are fully furnished and designed to be ready to move into.
Is bedding included?
Yes.
Student Luxe states that bedding and linen are provided, so don't automatically buy a complete bedding pack before arriving.
Are towels included?
Yes.
Towels are provided as part of the apartment setup.
Is kitchen equipment provided?
Yes.
Apartments are equipped for everyday living and Student Luxe specifically includes items such as cutlery.
The exact equipment varies, so check your particular apartment before buying anything additional.
Are bills included?
Yes.
Student Luxe operates an all-inclusive model covering the principal utilities associated with your stay.
Check your booking terms for the precise inclusions.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes.
Wi-Fi is included.
Is housekeeping included?
Yes.
Regular housekeeping is included as part of Student Luxe stays unless different arrangements apply to your particular booking.
Do I need a UK guarantor?
Student Luxe states that UK guarantors are not required for its booking model.
Check the current booking and payment conditions directly before reserving an apartment.
Does every Student Luxe property have a gym?
No.
Facilities vary between buildings.
Some properties offer gyms, swimming pools, reception, concierge and other hotel-style amenities, but you should check the specification of your individual property.
Is laundry available?
Laundry facilities vary by property.
Some apartments have in-unit laundry facilities. Check your particular apartment before moving in.
What should I bring?
Concentrate on your personal belongings rather than household basics:
- Clothes
- Laptop
- Chargers
- Study equipment
- Toiletries
- Medication
- Important documents
- Personal items
Then check what's already in your apartment before purchasing anything else.
Why Students Choose Loomz
Loomz is a UK-based online store focused on the practical things university students actually need.
For Student Luxe residents, that doesn't mean buying a huge halls starter pack.
Your apartment already includes many of the basics.
Instead, Loomz can help you add the smaller things that make student life more comfortable, organised and convenient — from study and tech accessories to storage, bathroom products and useful kitchen additions.
Loomz offers:
- Practical products selected for student living
- Bedroom and comfort essentials
- Kitchen accessories
- Bathroom products
- Storage and organisation
- Lighting and study accessories
- Student-friendly tech
- Free UK delivery
Ready to Move into Student Luxe?
The best approach is simple:
Don't overbuy before you arrive.
Check the specification of your Student Luxe apartment, make use of everything that's already provided, and then decide what additional items will genuinely improve your new home.
Whether you're moving to London from elsewhere in the UK or arriving from overseas, Loomz can help with the practical extras you still need once you've settled in.
Check your apartment. Pack the essentials. Get uni-ready with Loomz.
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