Accommodation
We can find you accommodation with local homestay hosts. You can book your own room or you can book a twin room to share with a friend. Our homestay accommodation is located near the college in zones 3 and 4. We offer four types of accommodation:
Self-catering
This means you have access to the kitchen and you can prepare your own meals.
Bed and Breakfast
This option includes breakfast only. Breakfast is usually a continental breakfast: cereal, toast or bread, butter, marmalade and tea or coffee.
Half board
This option includes breakfast and dinner. Breakfast is usually a continental breakfast: cereal, toast or bread, butter, marmalade and tea or coffee. Dinner is usually meat or fish with vegetables followed by tea or coffee.
Full board
This option includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lunch is usually a packed lunch consisting of sandwiches, fruit, crisps and a drink. Meals are usually eaten with other members of the family. Please inform us if you have any special dietary needs.
| Rates (per person per week) | ||||
| Standard Zones 4-5 | Standard Zone 3 | Standard Zone 2 | Standard Zone 1/td> | |
| Single Bed & Breakfast | £229 | £244 | £259 | £280 |
| Twin Bed & Breakfast | £219 | £224 | £239 | n/a |
| Single Self-Catering | £239 | £254 | £269 | £280 |
| Twin Self-Catering | £219 | £234 | £249 | n/a |
| Single Half Board | £259 | £279 | £299 | £320 |
| Twin Half Board | £239 | £259 | £279 | n/a |
| Airport pick-up service (one way) | £150 | |||
Categories
- Standard - Comfortable accommodation of a high standard, located in zones 1-5, within easy access of the city centre. Zone 1 hosts are limited in number
- Superior +£25 (per week) - Sophisticated accommodation in zones 2-5, decorated to a high standard, in prime areas of London
- Private bathroom + £40 per week per room
Meal plans
- Bed & Breakfast - Includes continental breakfast. Light kitchen use (microwave/toaster) is sometimes available
- Half Board - Includes continental breakfast and evening meal
- Self-Catering - No meals are provided. Includes full use of the kitchen
- Vegetarian diets, + £15 per person per week. Other special diets, + £30 per person per week
Prices are subject to change based on specific circumstances.
Additionally, there may be special supplements during summer, Christmas, and for dietary requirements.
Please note:
- We only provide accommodation for our students.
- We may use an agency that is registered with the British Council.
- There is a £40 finding fee.
- You must pay for the first two weeks in advance in order for your accommodation to be booked.
- All payments must be made to the college.
- We always try to ensure that we provide the type of accommodation that you request, but this is not always available at busy times of the year.
Accommodation Requirement
The parents or legal guardians of any learner under the age of 18 (hereinafter referred to as the “Student”) agree to secure appropriate accommodation for the Student in London for the full duration of their studies. This accommodation must be arranged and confirmed prior to the Student’s arrival in London. The accommodation shall meet the standards required by the British Council and be located within a reasonable distance from the place of study.
In Loco Parentis Consent
The parents or legal guardians of the Student must expressly consent to the host family or designated guardianship arrangement for the Student’s accommodation acting in loco parentis for the duration of the Student’s stay. The parents or legal guardians acknowledge that the host family or designated guardians will take on the responsibilities of care and supervision, including but not limited to ensuring the Student’s safety, well-being, and adherence to rules and regulations set forth by GG College, as well as providing necessary support throughout the Student’s studies in London.
This consent shall remain in effect for the entirety of the Student’s English course and until the Student reaches the age of 18 or until any changes in accommodation arrangements are formally notified by the parents or guardians
Terms & Conditions
- Minimum stay 2 weeks.
- A one week supplement of £15 will apply to bookings of under 2 weeks.
- Bookings cannot be cut short within the first 4 weeks of stay. Thereafter one week’s notice will apply.
- Cancellations received less than one week prior to arrival will incur a cancellation charge of 1 week plus booking fee.
- A one-time per person booking fee will apply to all bookings.
- Accommodation booked by non EU students on Student visas can not be cancelled.
- Rates are valid from 1st January 2025 until 31 December 2025 but may be subject to change.
