

Located at The Waterways Building, 1 Pump Way, Nottingham, NG1 1AB, The Waterways Nottingham provides modern en suite rooms and self-contained studios in one of the most convenient places for students in the city. It is only a ten-minute walk from The University of Law, a 9-minute drive from Confetti Institute of Creative Technologies, and an 8-minute drive from Nottingham Trent International College. Recognised for its exceptional student experience, The Waterways Nottingham was named the Best Individual Property at the Global Student Living Awards 2025, an award based on verified student feedback. (Global Student Living Awards; Fresh Student Living)
Nottingham is one of the United Kingdom's leading student cities, home to more than 60,000 students and known for its affordable lifestyle and strong graduate opportunities. The city has an employment rate of around 77% (Office for National Statistics), while students typically spend £900–£1,300 per month on the cost of living in Nottingham (Numbeo). Nottingham also has a Safety Index of 47.1/100 (Numbeo), and the best areas to live in Nottingham, such as Lenton, Hockley, Lace Market, and Arboretum, offer a great mix of cafés, independent shops, green spaces, and nightlife. With a thriving student community, excellent public transport, and plenty of part-time work opportunities, The Waterways student accommodation Nottingham provides a balanced and rewarding university experience.
The Waterways Nottingham student room types are Bronze En Suite, Gold En Suite, Platinum En Suite, Bronze Studio, Gold Studio, Platinum Studio, and more. The Waterways Nottingham reviews say that every room is thoughtfully furnished with a comfortable bed, dedicated study space, and kitchen, providing everything students need for a productive and comfortable stay. You also get your own private bathroom in both rooms, but a shared kitchen in en suites.
Life at The Waterways extends beyond your room with a fantastic range of amenities designed to enhance the student experience. Residents of this modern student accommodation in Nottingham can stay active in the fitness area, catch a movie in the cinema room, focus in the quiet study area, or unwind in the communal bar and games room. Waterways Nottingham also features social spaces and meeting rooms, a secure cycle store, on-site laundry facilities, regular residents' events, CCTV, and an on-site residents' team for added convenience and security. Best of all, your rent at Waterways student accommodation Nottingham includes Wi-Fi (£7/week), electricity (£4/week), content insurance (£3/week), and hot water (£2/week), a total estimated saving of £16 per week on utility bills, making budgeting much easier throughout your academic year.
The Waterways Nottingham puts you in the heart of one of the city's liveliest student neighbourhoods, where everything you need is just a short walk away. Nottingham Trent University - City Campus can be reached in 11 minutes by car from Waterways Nottingham accommodation, and excellent bus and tram links make travelling to the University of Nottingham's Jubilee campus and University of Nottingham quick and convenient. Beyond campus, you'll be moments from Sneinton Market, Hockley, Victoria Centre, Old Market Square and popular student hotspots packed with independent cafés, restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues.
When it’s time to have a break from classes, there are plenty of options to choose from near Waterways accommodation Nottingham. Go for your morning cup of coffee at independent cafes like Biscuit & Brew or Fin Koffee Nottingham, and then meet your friends for dinner at Mesa or Turtle Bay Nottingham. If you plan on having fun at night, try going to Canalhouse or King William IV for dinner and some drinks. Your daily necessities will be easily found at Tesco Express or Sainsbury’s; you will get healthcare at Queen’s Medical Centre or Nottingham City Hospital. Students can get prescriptions from Glasshouse Chemist and Travel Clinic or The CEYX Pharmacy. If you need to switch your environment, spend some time relaxing in Nottingham Arboretum or walking around Forest Recreation Ground. Waterways student accommodation is a great place to experience student life in Nottingham.
Getting around from The Waterways Nottingham is quick and convenient thanks to its central location. Students looking to rent a bike can use Lime e-bikes, available across Nottingham through the Lime app, or opt for the affordable U-Cycle bike rental scheme offered to university students. Students can also save on travel with NCT Student Bus Passes, NET Student Tram Passes, and the Robin Hood travel card for unlimited travel across Nottingham. Here is an overview of the most commonly used commute modes.
| Mode of Transport | Nearest Stop / Station | Distance from Waterways accommodation | Travel Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Time | Broad Marsh Bus Station (National Express, trentbarton & Kinchbus services) | 0.4 miles | 8-minute walk |
| Bus | George Street Bus Stop (NCT routes 49, 49A, 49B & 49X) | 0.3 miles | 6-minute walk |
| Tram | Lace Market Tram Stop (NET Tram – Phoenix Park, Hucknall, Toton Lane & Clifton South lines) | 0.4 miles | 8-minute walk |
| Train | Nottingham Railway Station (East Midlands Railway, CrossCountry & Northern services) | 0.8 miles | 16-minute walk / 5-minute drive |
| Airport | East Midlands Airport (EMA) (Accessible via Skylink Express bus or taxi) | 14 miles | 30-minute drive / 40–45 minutes by bus |
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Situated on the floors 8-11.
This is a great value choice, with your own en-suite bathroom, private kitchen area, comfortable bed, loads of storage and a study space.
Situated on the floors 3-7.
Situated on the floors 8-11, youll have incredible views of the city.
Their luxury room choice - You'll have incredible views of the city.
No booking deposit is required
For 2026/27 AY: The first instalment is due on 1st August 2026 Subsequent instalments are due on the dates listed in your Tenancy Agreement If you receive accommodation funding via a monthly bursary, you may request to pay your rent in monthly instalments For 2025/26 AY: The first instalment is due on 1st August 2025 Subsequent instalments are due on the dates listed in your Tenancy Agreement If you receive accommodation funding via a monthly bursary, you may request to pay your rent in monthly instalments Note: Full upfront payment is required if no guarantor is provided.
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For 2026/27 AY: A guarantor is required unless the tenant pays the full rent upfront. A guarantor can be international or UK-based. The guarantor must be over 18 years old. The guarantor cannot live with the tenant unless they are the tenant's parent or guardian. The guarantor cannot live in another property managed by the management. The guarantor must provide: Photo ID, such as a valid passport. Proof of residence, such as a recent utility bill or bank statement dated within the previous three months. Failure to provide suitable documentation will result in the guarantor being declined. For 2025/26 AY: All applicants are required to nominate a guarantor A guarantor is not required if you are paying the full rent upfront The guarantor must be over 18 The guarantor cannot live with you (unless they are your parent or guardian) or live in another property managed by the property The guarantor must agree to meet all obligations set out in the Tenancy Agreement To qualify, guarantors must provide photo ID and proof of residence dated within the last 3 months Failure to provide suitable documentation will result in the guarantor being declined
It’s easy - just click on any of the "Book Now" buttons around the website and start your application. If you need any help or advice or want to book their short-term lets or summer stays, you can speak to the amber agent.
The booking process is quick and easy but it will be helpful to have some information to hand when you start your application – having the name, email and address of your guarantor, a head and shoulders photo of yourself and a bank card to make your advance rent/booking fee payment (ROI only) will all save you time!
To learn more about the deposit requirement, please check the policy section above, or feel free to reach out to your amber agent.
We want you to choose a room you are going to be happy living in and we know everyone has a different wish list – from the floor the room is on to the view and the amenities in the room, the Residents’ Team will be on hand to discuss this with you and help you make the best selection.
Their room descriptions explain whether you will have a standard or small double bed. A small double is the same length as the standard but just a tiny bit narrower. Also known as a 3/4 size bed, small doubles measure approx. 120cm wide x 190cm long. Still plenty of room for a good night's sleep, even if there's two of you sharing.
Of course! They are very proud of their properties and would love to show you around. If you want to bring some friends or family members that’s absolutely fine too – they just ask that you speak to their Residents’ Team in advance so they can make sure they have some rooms available to show you. If you find yourself in the area and haven’t had a chance to speak to they you can still pop in, whilst they might not have a room to show you they will still be able to show you around their Residents’ Shared Spaces.
They can also offer online video viewings if you don’t live locally so let they know what works for you!
Please get in touch with their Residents’ Team – they are experts on their properties and most have rooms with varying levels of adaptations so their team will be able to help you.
If you book online with the help of amber agent, and you indicate you have a medical condition, the booking process will automatically pause so you can speak with them.
Yes! The residence team know that choosing who you live with is really important so in their properties with shared apartments group booking can easily be organised by getting in touch with your amber agent.
A few weeks before the start of your tenancy they will get in contact to ask you to watch our induction video and book a move-in slot. You will need to do this so they can make sure they are expecting you!
Yes! Order bedding, kitchen packs and other uni essentials from their shop.
Yes, unless they tell you they're covering it, if you watch or record programmes as they are being shown, watch catch up TV such as iPlayer or watch live TV online you will need a license.
This applies to any provider you use and any device, including a TV, desktop computer, laptop, mobile phone, tablet, games console, digital box or DVD/VHS recorder.
Student accommodation is often not a suitable environment for pets and that’s why pets of any shape or size aren't allowed.
They're all grown-ups here so of course occasional overnight guests are allowed. Please don't invite someone to stay for more than three consecutive nights though, and always check with your flatmates first that they're ok with extra house guests.
Yes, they conduct inspections at least three times during your tenancy. They'll keep an eye on cleanliness and hope not to see any damage and missing items. After each inspection they will tell you if any charges need to be made to put something right. You will be invoiced immediately for recharges for the first two inspections and on the final inspection a deduction will be made from your Tenancy Deposit. The cost of recharges for cleaning, damages and missing items can be found in the Residents’ Handbook.
No, your room is yours for the whole of your tenancy. You only need to move out at the end of the agreement. It will be your responsibility to check with the local Council if Council Tax will be due if you stay during the holidays.
As part of your contract you have agreed to look after your room and not cause any damage. They know accidents do sometimes happen so a list of possible damage charges are available in their Residents’ Handbook.
All their properties are smoke free and this includes all types of E-cigarettes and Vapes. Smoking is not allowed in any private or communal area including bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens and all internal social spaces. Designated smoking areas can be found outside the building. If you do have an e-cigarette or Vape, please ensure that the charger conforms to British or EU safety standards, or they will be removed during room inspections. All drug use, including the use of Laughing Gas, is prohibited at their properties.
They hope you will love living with they but there may be times when they don’t always get it right. They take all complaints seriously and will try their best to fix any issues the first time. If you need help and advice, please speak with your General Manager first. To view their complaints procedure please download this guide.
For more information on payment plans, refer to the policy section above, or contact your amber agent for assistance.
At accommodation, they believe all their residents want to live in a safe and clean environment where individuals respect each other, their home, and the local community. Please have a read of their Anti-Social Behaviour Policy which explains their approach to managing any anti-social behaviour that may occur.
For more details about guarantor requirements, refer to the policy section above or connect with your amber agent.
Please contact the Residents’ Team at your chosen property for more information. At properties where under 18’s are accepted we will ask you to complete a few extra steps during the booking process. This will include nominating a Responsible Adult who will be our point of contact for you and we will recommend monthly meetings with our General Manager once you have moved in but that’s up to you!
The Waterways Nottingham is located at 1 Pump Way, Nottingham NG1 1AB, about 0.5 miles from Nottingham city centre.
Room types include Bronze, Classic, Silver, Gold, and Platinum En Suites, along with multiple studio options.
The starting rent begins from approximately £148 per week for a Bronze En Suite.
Nearby universities include Nottingham Trent University, the University of Nottingham, the University of Law, and the Confetti Institute of Creative Technologies.
Amenities include a cinema room, study areas, games room, cycle storage, social spaces, and laundry facilities.
Rent includes Wi-Fi, electricity, hot water, and contents insurance.
Yes, the property provides an on-site gym for residents.
Security features include CCTV surveillance and an on-site residents’ team.
Payments can be made via credit card, debit card, or bank transfer with instalment options available.
Policies include a cooling-off period, No Visa No Pay, No Place No Pay, and replacement tenant option.
The Waterways, Nottingham