Covent Garden, London WC2
Wake minutes from Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden and St. James's Park in a fully-furnished, all-inclusive apartment.
Managed by Student Luxe. Stays from three weeks to twelve months.
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Trafalgar Square Residences is a luxury serviced apartment property in the heart of central London, managed by Student Luxe. The concept sits somewhere between a boutique hotel and a private rental apartment — the independence and space of your own fully-furnished flat, combined with the service infrastructure of a high-end hotel.
It is primarily designed for affluent international students and young professionals who want to live in central London without the usual compromises — no commuting from Zone 4, no hunting for a guarantor, no flat-pack furniture on the first weekend. Short-stay professionals, corporate relocations and international visitors on extended visits are equally well-served.
Flexible stay lengths run from a three-week summer school option through to a full twelve-month tenancy. Student Luxe operates a wider London portfolio, with Covent Garden properties at its centre; Trafalgar Square Residences is one of the flagship addresses within it.
The property sits in the Covent Garden neighbourhood, placing residents within easy walking distance of some of the city's most iconic destinations. Trafalgar Square itself — home to the National Gallery, Nelson's Column, and some of the best people-watching in Europe — is minutes away on foot. St. James's Park, one of London's most beautiful green spaces, offers a peaceful contrast to the urban energy right on your doorstep.
Covent Garden as a neighbourhood deserves its own mention: world-class dining, independent boutiques, West End theatres and historic market architecture within a few streets. The Ivy and Rules — London's oldest restaurant, established in 1798 — are both within a five-minute walk, as is the Royal Opera House.
For students specifically, the proximity to King's College London and LSE is a significant draw. Student accommodation that's genuinely walkable to a major London university — in this neighbourhood, at this quality level — is extraordinarily rare. The surrounding cultural institutions add further value: the National Portrait Gallery, Somerset House, and the entire West End theatre district are all within a short walk.
Two apartment types at Trafalgar Square Residences — studio and one-bedroom. Both are fully furnished and ready to move into immediately. The choice comes down to how much space you need and whether you value a separate bedroom.
Approximately 25 sq/m — compact by London standards, but thoughtfully designed. Sleeps up to two guests with either a double bed or twin beds. Includes a separate partitioned sleeping area, a fully equipped kitchenette with built-in dishwasher, a private en-suite bathroom with bathtub, and satellite TV.
A larger footprint with a fully separate bedroom. If you're sharing with a partner, working from home regularly, or simply find that you need a clear boundary between sleeping and living, the one-bed is worth the additional cost. Fully equipped kitchen, private en-suite bathroom, and satellite TV — all the same all-inclusive service package.
Both apartment types offer the same all-inclusive package and the same standard of furnishing. You are not compromising on quality by choosing the studio — simply a more compact footprint.
The price you're quoted is the price you pay — the core living costs of a central London apartment, fully covered.
What's Included
Electricity, water, gas, broadband internet and council tax are all included in the quoted price. The full list of household bills that would ordinarily land in your inbox every month — gone.
Your apartment is cleaned weekly as standard. Essentials — toiletries, cleaning products and other consumables — are replenished regularly.
A staffed reception desk operates around the clock. Security, parcel handling, key access and a first point of contact for any issue, at any hour.
A parking space is available — a meaningful practical advantage in central London, where most apartments do not offer parking at any price.
An online portal for managing your stay — maintenance requests, communication with the team, and administrative matters — with the Guest Experience team available throughout the tenancy.
For international students in particular, the predictability of all-inclusive pricing is invaluable. Knowing your accommodation cost is fixed from day one simplifies everything.
Summer School
From 3 weeks
The shortest stay option, designed for language school students, short academic programmes and visitors who need a premium central London base for a few weeks.
Short-Term
1–3 months
Suited to visiting academics, professionals on temporary placements, or students on short-semester programmes.
Medium-Term
3–6 months
A popular option for students on single-semester programmes or professionals on fixed-term contracts. Rates are more competitive than the short-term tier.
Long-Term
6–12 months
The most cost-effective per-week rate, and the most common choice for full-year academic students.
Pricing is dynamic — it varies based on apartment type, availability and the time of year you're booking. The booking process is enquiry-based, which allows for personalised pricing discussions and options like group bookings.
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Visit the Student Luxe website, select Trafalgar Square Residences, and filter by stay type and apartment type to see current availability for your dates.
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Use the online enquiry form to specify your preferred dates, apartment type and any particular requirements — twin beds instead of a double, or a group booking, for example.
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You'll receive a personalised response with pricing for your specific dates, availability confirmation and next steps for securing your apartment.
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Photo ID and supporting documentation — proof of university enrolment for students, or proof of employment for professionals. International students should have documents ready in advance.
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Once confirmed, you'll receive arrival details. The 24-hour reception means check-in can be arranged flexibly — you're not restricted to a narrow check-in window.
Is an all-inclusive luxury apartment actually better value than the alternatives? The honest answer is — it depends on what you value. But let's look at the comparison clearly.
Traditional university-managed accommodation typically offers smaller rooms, shared facilities and a location that may be 30–45 minutes from central London. The privacy, furnishing quality and central location of Trafalgar Square Residences are simply not available through standard halls. The trade-off is price — halls are generally cheaper — but for students who prioritise the living experience and the convenience of a central address, the comparison isn't close.
Private renting in Zone 1 involves agency fees, a security deposit (typically five weeks' rent), utility account setup, council tax registration, and the time cost of furnishing an empty flat. Add monthly bills — electricity, gas, broadband, council tax — and the actual cost of private renting is consistently higher than the headline rent figure suggests. At Trafalgar Square Residences, the quoted price is the total price.
A comparable hotel in Covent Garden — a four-star property with a similar postcode — will typically cost £200–£350 per night. For a three-month stay, that's not viable. More importantly, hotels don't offer kitchen facilities, which means eating out for every meal. The serviced apartment model is objectively more practical for stays of more than a few weeks.
There are other serviced apartment operators in central London. The differentiator here is the combination of the Covent Garden location, the student-focused support infrastructure, the flexible short-term stay options and the all-inclusive pricing clarity. Many comparable serviced apartments charge separately for utilities or impose minimum stay lengths of six months or more.
Answers to the questions guests ask most often before booking.
The property is open to students, young professionals and short-stay visitors. You don't need to be enrolled at a university to book — professionals on corporate placements, international visitors and individuals seeking premium central London accommodation are all welcome. If you're unsure whether you qualify, the Guest Experience team can advise during the enquiry process.
Yes. Studio apartments sleep up to two guests and are available with a double bed configuration. One-bedroom apartments also accommodate couples comfortably with more space and a separate bedroom. Both apartment types are well-suited to couples seeking a central London base.
A parking space is available at Trafalgar Square Residences — a rare provision for a property in this postcode. If parking is a requirement for your stay, it's worth confirming availability and any associated costs at the time of enquiry, as spaces are limited.
The pet policy should be confirmed directly with the Student Luxe team at the point of enquiry, as policies can vary. If you're planning to bring a pet, raise it explicitly in your initial enquiry so the team can advise clearly.
Cancellation and early departure terms vary depending on your stay type and the specific terms agreed at booking. This is an important question to ask before you commit — particularly if your plans are subject to change. The Guest Experience team can walk you through the applicable terms during the booking process.
King's College London's Strand campus is approximately a 10-minute walk. LSE is around 12 minutes on foot. UCL can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by Tube via the Northern line. UAL campuses vary, but most are accessible within 15–25 minutes.
Broadband internet is included as part of the all-inclusive package. The property offers high-speed fibre broadband, suitable for video calls, streaming and remote working. If you have specific requirements around connection speed, confirm the exact specification with the team at enquiry.
Guest policies around overnight visitors should be confirmed with the Student Luxe team. The specific house rules at Trafalgar Square Residences are best confirmed before booking if this is relevant to your stay.
Residents can submit maintenance requests directly through the concierge portal, and the Guest Experience team handles issues promptly. For urgent matters, the 24-hour reception desk is your first point of contact and is staffed around the clock specifically to support situations like these.
