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Highlight Thomas Street, Dublin
About the Property
If you’re looking for the perfect student accommodation near the city centre at Thomas St, Dublin 8, D08 R76P, Highlight Thomas Street student accommodation Dublin is the best option for you! Offering spacious en-suites and heritage rooms close to some of the top universities in the area, the highlight student living is quite close to the National College of Art and Design as well as BIMM Dublin. It only takes a short stroll to get to the National College of Art and Design and BIMM Dublin is just a few minutes walk away from Highlight Thomas Street student accommodation.
If your idea of a perfect student city combines top-notch education with a historic setting, an incredible social scene and famously warm and welcoming people, Dublin is the place for you! Home to four of the eight globally ranking universities in Ireland and several attractive scholarships for foreign students, Dublin certainly bags the prize when it comes to good education. Ranking 37th on QS student Cities Rankings 2023, Dublin has produced some of the best in the several fields, and are best known for their literary alumni, including James Joyce, WB Yeats, and Oscar Wilde. Dublin’s student population is diverse enough to earn it the 16th spot on QS Best Student Cities list for its student mix. Education isn’t all that Dublin has to offer. The city loves to celebrate and it’s quite prominent with the numerous festivals that the city hosts, including the Dublin International Film Festival.
Features
Highlight Thomas Street student accommodation Dublin offers you a wide selection of rooms and students can pick from the highlight Dublin’s heritage rooms and en-suite rooms to secure an optimal experience studying in Dublin! If you’re a history buff, check out the heritage rooms. Located in the historic buildings of Thomas Street, these come with a shared bathroom and a shared kitchen. If you’d prefer to have a personal bathroom, you can instead opt for the en-suite package, which includes a private bathroom and a shared kitchen. No matter which room you pick, your new home will come designed keeping students’ needs in mind. Each room is furnished with a cozy small double bed, plenty of workspace, and spacious storage to store your belongings in. Other few room amenities are storage, full length mirror and shelves for your easy stay.
Additionally, all of the student rooms come with a desk and chair making sure you score excellent in every exam. For better safety and security the Highlight student living offers CCTV surveillance and security team. Stay connected to the internet and watch unlimited movies in the lounge area, with Highlight Thomas Street Dublin’s free high-speed Wifi. If you’re eager to meet new people, you’ll be hitting the bull’s eye with Highlight Dublin’s striking common amenities. Get to know other tenants on the roof terrace and courtyard. Revive your inner child playing in the games area. When exams draw near, hold group study sessions in the large study room. Make use of the on-site gym that’s fully equipped and the laundry for easy student life! The Highlight Dublin also offers resident’s events and on-site residents’ teams for smooth living at highlight thomas street student accommodation Dublin.
Location and What's Hot?
Highlight Thomas Street student accommodation Dublin is one of the most sought-after student accommodations in Dublin, partly due to its comfortable living environment and convenient location. Located in one of the best places to live in Dublin, the highlight student living’s proximity to some of the most well-known universities in Ireland make it one of the best student accommodations for those studying at the universities nearby. Among these is Trinity College Dublin and Dublin Institute of Technology, which are just a 19-minute walk away from Highlight student living Dublin. The National College of Art & Design is even closer and located on the same street as Highlight Dublin. BIMM Dublin is just a bit further away and takes only a short 9-minute stroll to reach.
Of course, your university’s campus isn’t the only place you’ll be exploring. To see the true beauty of Dublin for yourself, you can head on to the heart of the city, the city centre, which is just 20 minutes away by bus. During your stay at student accommodation highlight Thomas Street, you will be quite close to some of the most well-known tourist attractions in Dublin, including Dublin Castle and the Guinness Storehouse. With an escape room and several museums located near Highlight Thomas Street student accommodation Dublin, you’ll never run out of things to do during your time here. If you're hungry, stop by Proof Pizza + Punch or Cafe Bombo, which are all on Thomas Street itself! It's like having your own restaurant and cafe right at home! Don’t fret if you urgently need any necessities or if your phone needs repair because Care Plus Pharmacy and Share Mobile Tech are nearby. With several convenience stores including Lidl and SPAR right across the street, you’ll never have to worry about travelling far to get your daily supplies.
Commute
Getting around a new city can be quite stressful for someone studying abroad, but things run a lot smoother in Dublin. With the help of the city’s quick and easy transport network, you’ll be familiarised with the town in no time. Dublin’s buses connect every part of the city with its 120 routes. The same is true for Highlight student living Dublin’s residents. The highlight Dublin is well-connected to public transport with many transit stations available in the vicinity. The closest bus stop Bridgefoot Street (Stop 1939) is just down the lane, and Thomas Street (Stop 1938) is a few minutes walk away. Moreover, the Smithfield tram stop is a few minutes drive away from the highlight student living, making getting around the city easier. To reduce your cost of living in Dublin, you can opt to get a bus pass. So what are you waiting for? Hightlight Thomas Street student accommodation Dublin can be your new home away from home!
Pet policy
Student accommodation is often not a suitable environment for pets and that’s why pets of any shape or size aren't allowed.
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Room Types (8)
Bronze Plus Ensuite
Bronze Plus Deluxe En Suite
Silver Ensuite
Gold En Suite
Bronze Ensuite
Heritage Room
Common Amenities
Safety and Security
Payment Policies (5)
- Booking DepositThis property requires booking deposit.
- Pay In InstalmentThis property offers flexible instalment plan.
- Mode Of PaymentPayment via easy transaction modes.
1. To secure the accommodation, the applicant is required to pay a Booking Fee of €300.
2. The Booking Fee converts to a Damage Deposit once the tenancy commences and is refundable at the end of the tenancy, less any deductions for rent, damage or other outstanding charges.
1. Payment in full.
2. Payment in 8 instalments.
Please note: If you are unable to provide a guarantor, a booking can still be progressed by committing to pay the full rent for the period of the Licence in advance. The full rent payment will be due on the 1st August 2025.
Credit card, debit card and bank transfer.
1. All applicants are required to nominate a responsible person to act as a guarantor. The guarantor must be over 18 years of age and cannot be someone who is living with the applicant (other than parents or guardians) or in other accommodation managed by the property.
2. A guarantor is required to meet all the obligations as set out in the Licence including guaranteeing the payment of rent if not paid by the tenant and any costs arising from breaches of the tenancy. The property will also contact the guarantor if the tenant has been involved with serious incidents of antisocial behaviour. If the tenant fall into arrears or breach any obligations of the Licence, the guarantor will be contacted to ensure the breach is rectified.
1. If you wish to change rooms after the start of the Licence to Reside a €100 administration fee will be payable.
2. Laundry charges are (approx. charges): 3 Euros per Washing & 7 Euros per Dryer.
Cancellation Policies (5)
- Cooling Off PeriodThis property offers cooling-off period.
- No Visa No PayThis property allows cancellation due to visa rejection.
- No Place No PayThis property allows cancellation if admission is not secured.
- Replacement Tenant AcceptedThis property allows cancellation upon finding replacement tenant.
- Other cancellation policiesGeneral cancellation policies may apply to this property.
If the bookings is cancelled by the applicant prior to it being countersigned, the Booking Fee will be returned in full.
1. Cancelling up to and including 31st July 2025: Once the booking is countersigned, they offer a 72 hour “Cooling Off” period so if circumstances change, the tenant can cancel the booking subject to having not moved into the property. Once the cooling off period has expired, the tenant can cancel the booking by emailing the Residents’ Team. Once they have received the cancellation in writing, they will confirm the cancellation, retain €50 from the Booking Fee to cover their administrative costs, refund the remaining €250 of the deposit to you, and the License will terminate.
2. Cancellations on or after 1st August 2025: The “cooling off” period will be reduced from 72 to 24 hours after the booking is countersigned. Once the cooling off period has expired, if the applicant cancels the booking, the Booking Fee will be retained in full.
3. Cancellation during the Cooling Off Period: Please email the Residents’ Team at the chosen residence within 72 / 24 hours of receiving your ‘Lease Agreement Executed’ email. The Booking Fee will then be refunded and the Licence will be terminated. This may take up to 10 working days to reach your account.
Once the “Cooling Off” period has expired, the tenant can cancel the booking prior to the tenancy start date if:
• You do not have a visa to enter Ireland.
In this circumstances, please provide evidence (Visa refusal documentation) to the Residents’ Team within 72 hours of being notified.
Once they will receive this, they will confirm receipt of your request to cancel and refund your full Booking Fee.
Please Note: During the period from 1 May to 1 October, subject to giving the minimum statutory notice period and serving a valid Notice of Termination, the tenant may terminate the agreement. Post this, the student must find the suitable replacement tenant.
Once the “Cooling Off” period has expired, the tenant can cancel the booking prior to the tenancy start date if:
• You have not acquired the grades to be offered a place at the chosen university / college.
• You have failed to achieve the grades to continue your study at university / college.
In this circumstances, please provide evidence (Rejection Letter) to the Residents’ Team within 72 hours of being notified.
Once they will receive this, they will confirm receipt of your request to cancel and refund your full Booking Fee.
Please Note: During the period from 1 May to 1 October, subject to giving the minimum statutory notice period and serving a valid Notice
of Termination, the tenant may terminate the agreement. Post this, the student must find the suitable replacement tenant.
1. During the period from 1 May to 1 October, subject to giving the minimum statutory notice period and serving a valid Notice of Termination, the tenant may terminate the agreement.
2. Outside of this period, it may be possible with the Landlord’s agreement to transfer your obligations to another student who is eligible to live at the property. There is no obligation on their part to find you a replacement tenant. You can advertise your accommodation or undertake your own search for a replacement tenant. If you find a replacement, they will need to do some basic checks to confirm their eligibility to enter into a tenancy.
3. Before they will accept the new tenant, your account and all obligations need to be up to date and any rent due up to your tenancy ending will need to be paid. There will also be a charge incurred.
4. Once the new person has signed the Licence, paid a Booking Fee of €300 and made the first rent payment they will take responsibility for future rent payments and all other obligations as stated in the agreement. Until this has happened you will remain responsible for the payment of rent until the original end date of the tenancy.
Please Note: 1st year students going through the CAO process, you have 48 hours following the CAO 1st round to confirm your booking by paying your 1st instalment. If your instalment is not paid within this time, your room booking may be subject to cancellation.
1. Once the accommodation is selected, the property allows five days for the applicant and guarantor (as applicable) to sign the Licence. Once both have signed the agreement, it will then be countersigned by the Landlord and become legally binding. The tenant and guarantor are then legally committed to paying the rent in full even if the tenant does not move into the property or chooses to leave the property early.
2. If the agreement is not signed by the applicant and guarantor during the five-day period, the booking may be cancelled without any penalty on their part and with immediate effect.
3. The property is not obligated to find you alternative accommodation or provide any form of compensation where you fail to accept the agreement within the five day period.
4. If booking accommodation after the 1st August 2025, the time allowed for the applicant and guarantor to sign the Licence will be two days.
Please note: If full rent is not paid in advance and no guarantor is provided, the booking may be cancelled.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Can I Choose the Best Room For Me?
Can I Come to Have a Look Around Before I Book?
I will be aged 16 or 17 When the Tenancy Starts – Can I Still Book?
Can I Book Together With a Group of Friends?
When Can I Move In?
What Payments Will I Need to Make Before I Move In?
How Do I Find Out Who I am Going to be Living With?
Can I Order Bedding and Kitchen Packs?
Do I Need a TV Licence?
Can I Have A Pet?
What Size is a Small Double Bed?
Can I Invite Guests to Stay In My Room?
Will My Room be Inspected?
Do I Need to Move Out Over the Christmas and Easter Holidays?
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.
Will I Be Charged for Damages?
Can I Smoke/Vape?
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.
How Will I Know When Payments Are Due?
What is the Advance Rent?
What if I Have a Medical Condition Which Means I Have Certain Requirements for My Room?
What are Sanction Checks? (Please check with your chosen property if these checks apply)?
The checks will be completed after you have signed the agreement. They use Government sanction databases to identify and list individuals who have been convicted of serious crimes and terrorism offences. The checks are conducted by Veri-Check on the Landlords behalf.
