55 Symonds Street

Q: How do I reserve a room at 55 Symonds Street?

In order to apply for a place at 55 Symonds Street, you can apply through the University of Auckland accommodation website.

Q: How do I confirm my place?

You will need to refer to the University of Auckland website for an update on your application.

Q: What if I need to make a change to my booking?

You will need to refer to the University of Auckland website to update or change your application.

Q: What types of rooms can I choose from?

At 55 Symonds Street we have Studio Deluxe and Studio Double Deluxe apartment rooms.

Q: What does my residential fee include?

Rental fees include reasonable use of all electricity, heating , gas and water charges.

Q: What items will I need to bring or buy before I move in that are not in the apartment or not available to buy?

You will need to bring with you: Basic bedding Cleaning products Personal belongings

Q: Can I have meals included with my accommodation?

55 Symonds Street does not offer meal plans.

Q: Is housekeeping provided?

Residents are responsible for cleaning their own rooms. We have a vacuum cleaner that can be borrowed from the customer service desk.

Q: Where do I do my laundry?

User-pays laundry available with washers, dryers and ironing facilities.

Q: Does 55 Symonds Street arrange airport pickup?

55 Symonds Street does not arrange airport pickup. You will need to either contact your school to make these arrangements or make your own arrangements, the easiest option to get here from the airport is by shuttle (approx. NZ$35-$40) which you share with other people so takes longer or taxi (approx. NZ$80-$90) which is direct.

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Dream of living near Uni?

Getting your study/life balance right is the key to enjoying your student years and doing well at university. The good news is, 55 Symonds Street has been specifically designed to help achieve this balance.

Located on the corner of Symonds and Wakefield Street, this brand new purpose built student accommodation in Auckland is now open. Studio apartments are fully furnished and self-contained and provide great security for each apartment with the use of electronic swipe cards.

This recently opened property is only a 10-minute walk to the University of Auckland to make going to class as easy as possible. After you have finished studying, you can relax in the communal lounge, challenge a buddy in the games room or have a barbeque with a group of new friends. The city centre is also just a short walk away and if you don’t feel like walking, the bus stop is conveniently right outside your front door.

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Property Facilities

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Barbeque

BBQ area and seating is in the Courtyard- Basement Level off the main lounge common area

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Bicycle Parking

Bike racks are available to all residents and are located in the basement by the rubbish area.

Access is granted through card validation at reception.

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Cinema

A theatre room is located on the basement common area level just off the main kitchen area.

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Common Areas and Lounges

This new building gives you the ability to relax with a games room, communal lounge which includes Sky TV as welll as common kicthen and dining facilities to eat and chat away

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Kitchens

All rooms include appliances such as bar fridge, sink, microwaves and cook tops.

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Laundry

Coin operated laundry and ironing room, avalaible 24/7. $2 for washing/ $2 for drying

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Outdoor Area / Observation Deck

Courtyard available and accessible via the ground floor

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On-site Staff

Our on-site friendly customer service focused staff will be available offering general assistance, counselling, and pastoral care services – you will always have someone there for you.

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Photo-copying / Printing

UOA printer available in study room. Require UOA studen id card to use. Charges apply.

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Public Transport Stops

The property is in a great location with close access to all public transport.

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Security

Resident safety is number one priority for UniLodge management. The property features secure access to the building – no one can enter the building without swipe key card access or in the company of a resident or staff

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Study Rooms

There are private stuy areas on each level and a communual study area on the basement level

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TV

Each apartment features a 32 inch Sony Bravia LED X Reality Pro

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Vending Machines

Available on the basement level by the common area, contracted with UOA

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WIFI / Internet

The property features high speed wireless broadband in the common areas connected to the University of Auckland network, so no matter where you are within the property you can access the internet.

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Mixing study periods with a meaningful social life is a balancing act and it shouldn’t cost you the earth. We know that every dollar counts when you are a student so our properties are designed to maximise the social spaces within and provide you with opportunities to mix with likeminded people through our Residential Life Program. We host many different events each month many which you can check out on the UniLodge Resident Hub for IOS or Android and on our Event pages.