The Rex, Kingston

The rooms at the Rex Kingston are designed to create a comfortable and practical environment for students. The Classic Studio rooms are appropriate for those students who prefer privacy and independence in their living conditions. In each studio room, one will find all the facilities for self-contained living, such as a private bathroom and a kitchen. The bedrooms consist of a bed, a desk, and a chair.

​The Rex Kingston upon Thames students have numerous facilities that ensure not only their academic success but also make their lives more convenient and enjoyable. Community facilities comprise a private dining space, communal kitchen space, and residents' lounge. For fitness and recreational activities, students can access a 24-hour Gym, cinema room, club room, e-games rooms, and a podcasting room. The 24/7 concierge is provided to ensure the safety of the residents. One more pleasant feature for the students is that they can use the outdoor facilities of The Rex Kingston accommodation for leisure. Students are authorised to use the property services like parcel management, residents’ app, laundrette, on-site management, community events, and co-working space. The roof terrace is available for outdoor activities and events.

The Rex Kingston is close to Kingston Business School (a 13-minute drive) and Kingston University International Study Centre (a 12-minute drive), allowing students to reach lectures, libraries, and campus facilities with ease via the available transport systems. Kingston University (Kingston Hill Campus) is also located within a short distance and can be reached within a 12-minute drive. Its location near Kingston town centre also provides convenient access to shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, and everyday essentials. Students can easily explore the Bentall Centre for shopping, the Ancient Market Place for local markets and events, the Rose Theatre Kingston for live performances, and Kingston Riverside for riverside walks, cafés, restaurants, and outdoor dining.

Living in The Rex Kingston does not mean focusing on studies only. People can start their days with coffee in Coffee Break, Local Hero, and Old London Road Cafe before going to lectures. Places like Cappadocia Restaurant, Franco Manca Kingston-Upon-Thames, Megan's at the Griffin Restaurant, and many others can offer good food. All the groceries needed can be obtained in Sainsbury's Local, Tesco Express, and Pseyo Kingston shops. People can choose to spend their leisure time having walks along the River Thames, having fun in one of the nearby parks such as Canbury Gardens, or even exercising outside. Students will be able to find healthcare through Kingston Hospital, and also have pharmacies such as Laurel Pharmacy and Boots Pharmacy closer by.

Students living in Kingston upon Thames student accommodations can experience an exciting student lifestyle with a perfect blend of history, culture, entertainment, and outdoor recreation. Students can explore Kingston Museum to learn about the town's rich heritage. The town comes alive after dark with popular nightlife venues such as CIRCUIT Kingston, The Fighting Cocks, and numerous riverside pubs, cafés, and cocktail bars. Nature lovers living near Kingston student accommodation can unwind at Canbury Gardens, Fairfield Recreation Ground, or the expansive Richmond Park, which is famous for its scenic walking and cycling trails. More places of interest include art galleries, movies, and riverside events that will ensure you stay connected to the community. With everything from academics to entertainment close at hand, The Rex Kingston upon Thames offers you an all-round experience.

The travel time from The Rex Kingston is short and comfortable. Kingston University operates a free intersite shuttle bus service for students, staff, and visitors. Bus stop locations in proximity, like Cromwell Road Bus Station (Bay A9) and  Cromwell Road Bus Station (Bay A10) served by Transport for London (TfL) and local bus routes connecting Surbiton, Wimbledon, Richmond, and Central London. Whereas Kingston Railway Station is only a 1-minute walk away. For international travel, Heathrow Airport is approximately 25-30 minutes by car from The Rex student accommodation Kingston. Students who prefer cycling can take advantage of Kingston's well-developed cycling routes and riverside pathways. ​