Vita Residence

Enjoy Manchester at Vita Residence

Vita Residence offers student living in Manchester city centre. It is close to popular shopping and entertainment places like Deansgate and local supermarkets. This residence has furnished studio apartments with modern amenities, including kitchens, en-suite bathrooms, and Wi-Fi throughout the building. There are excellent communal spaces like a gym, study room, and movie room. Vita combines comfort and convenience to make your student life in Manchester truly exceptional.

Room type

Studio

Bathroom

En-suite shower

Board status

Self-catering

Available

Year-round

Arrival and departure

Saturday/Saturday

Residence overview

Your home-away-from-home experience with EC

Your neighborhood

Well-located, only minutes away from the City Centre, this property lies in a popular student area offering a wide range of local amenities, including bars, restaurants and shops within walking distance.

Local supermarkets, the city’s popular Deansgate shopping and entertainment area, and the tram station linking to Manchester Piccadilly station are within a few minutes of the residence.

Key Features

Gym

coffee lounge

air conditioner

flat screen tv

24/7 security & CCTv

Cinema & games room

Study area

Laundry room

Your Accommodation

Vita Student at First Street is a luxurious studio development in Manchester’s bustling and eclectic city centre.

Facilities

Kitchen utensils are provided. An iron is available from reception. Tea and coffee are free, and a free breakfast is offered once a week. Luggage drop-off is allowed.

Room Options

Small double bed with en-suite bath.

Room Furnishings

Free Wi-Fi, small double beds, integrated kitchen appliances, wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, ensuite bathrooms, and Wi-Fi access throughout the building.

Common Areas

Security 24 hours, CCTV, Kitchen, Lounge, Laundry Facilities Movie Room, Study Room, Pool and table tennis, Fitness Centre, Coffee Lounge

Laundry

The room’s cost includes a cleaning every two weeks. Additional cleaning services are available between £15 and £30, depending on the level of cleaning required. A laundry room is available to wash clothes at £2.80 per load

House rules

Arrival procedures

Please send flight details or an estimated arrival time when booking accommodation or as soon as possible once you know it. On arrival, come to the main reception, and the residence staff will give you your card and show you to your room. On departure, please leave your room tidy and return your keys at reception in the lobby.

Airport pickup

If you have booked an EC airport transfer, on arrival at Manchester Airport please turn on your phone and your driver will be ready to contact you either by phone or message. Your driver will direct you to the place to meet outside the arrivals lounge. Should you have any delays or cancellations on your journey, our driver will be monitoring your flight to ensure they are ready to greet you at the correct time.
If you have problems and cannot contact your driver then please call the EC emergency number on +44 (0) 7474 460908 (from the information desk or a mobile phone).

Other ways to get to your residence

Trains and trams are available from Manchester Airport. Take the train to Piccadilly station, followed by the Eccles line tram to Deansgate—Castlefield stop. From there, walk for about 10 minutes, or if you prefer, take a taxi; it should cost no more than 10GBP.

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Journey to school

Arrival and Departure

Arrival day: Saturday (Sunday arrival is possible on request)
Check-in: After 4 pm

Early check-in is not allowed. Students who arrive before check-in time can leave their luggage at the residence.

Late check-in is allowed (Check-in is 24 hours)

Departure day: Saturday

Check-out: 10:00 am.

Late checkout is not allowed. Students must check out at 10 a.m. If their flights or alternative accommodation are not ready until much later, they can leave their luggage and collect it later that day

Address

Vita Student Manchester First Street,
13 Jack Rosenthal Street,
Manchester M15 4RB, UK.

Phone number: +44 (0) 747 446 0908

Journey to school

Walk 15 – 17 minutes on foot. Head northwest onto First Street toward Whitworth Street and turn right on Whitworth Street for 300 metres. Turn left at Gloucester Street, followed by the first right. Continue straight up the stairs and then left onto Chorlton Street. EC Manchester is on the right.

Bus Take bus 256 from Medlock Street towards Piccadilly Gardens. Stop at Portland Street/China Town, stop at CK, and walk down the road to EC Manchester on the left.

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*Images are for representation purpose only. Actual furnishings may differ from those shown. Amenities and services are subject to change.

House Rules

Students must be 18+ to use this residence.
Mixed Gender: Male and female students share common areas and facilities, but bedrooms are single gender
On their first day of school, students will be asked to complete an Authorisation for Damage Deposit form. They will need their bank/credit card to complete this form. The student will be informed prior to any deduction being taken from their card.
Guests are not allowed.
Smoking is not permitted. Anyone found to be smoking in the residence will be fined £1000.
Students arriving in EC accommodation between 22.00 and 08.00 may be asked to book alternative accommodation for their first night. This is to ensure the students’ safety on arrival.
While we promote and support diversity, we cannot guarantee a language mix. However, we always encourage students to use English to communicate and be respectful and inclusive of others. .

Resident belongings

EC provides a clean living space for all students and expects a basic level of respect from all students. For example, if something is dropped, pick it up; do not leave clothes and belongings on the floor; place rubbish and leftovers in a garbage bag.
Students are required to follow EC Student Code of Conduct, failure to do so can result in termination of the accommodation.

For more accommodation terms and conditions please refer to EC accommodation policy.

Cancellations

Cancellation prior to arrival

Students cancelling or postponing their accommodation 14 days or less before their accommodation dates will be charged a two-week accommodation fee at the rate quoted in the price list for the accommodation booked and the accommodation placement fee.

Cancellation after arrival

Students leaving their accommodation must give notice in writing four weeks prior to termination. If the four-week notice period is not provided, a cancellation fee equal to four weeks of the accommodation cost will apply. After deducting the accommodation price used at the rate quoted in the price list, including the required notice period charged at the same rate, students will be refunded the remaining accommodation costs.

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FAQS

Can I have my own room in Manchester?

Yes, single rooms are available in both our residences and homestays. Some options also include private bathrooms. Book early, as single rooms are in high demand.

How long can I book my Manchester accommodation for?

Your accommodation in Manchester must match the duration of your course. Accommodation typically begins on Saturday, with courses starting on Monday and finishing on Friday.