The Depot, Exeter

As with most private halls whether you like will probably scale with the amount of friends you get together in one shared flat. We managed to get 5 of us and it meant we could easily work together to clean, cook, report maintainance issues, and not be noisy. Meanwhile if you are with random people then you will end up with the classic first-year problem of noise, gross kitchens, etc. It's what you make of it basically. As with most big accom buildings in the UK you can't open the windows very far at all. This is awful in the summer when you just want airflow, but its the same anywhere. Nice and warm in the winter though which is of course most of the academic year. The old club on the North side, Unit One, shut down which makes this far more attractive than it was. I found the staff to genuinely try to solve issues so long as you raised them. Overall, I've enjoyed my year here, I'd recommend as long as you can get together at least a few people.

I stayed at The Depot twice for summer accommodation — once in 2022 and again in 2025. It’s a very affordable option, and as the saying goes, you get what you pay for — though in this case. The Depot offers excellent value for money. In 2025, I paid £245 for one week, which is quite reasonable. The location is unbeatable — just a few minutes' walk from Exeter’s High Street and the Cathedral. I appreciated the clean, spacious room and access to a shared kitchen, which was convenient and well-maintained. There were some noticeable changes between my two stays. In 2025, The Depot only accepted UK-issued payment cards, which was inconvenient. I had to pay via international bank transfer, which added some hassle. Additionally, bedding was provided in 2022 but not in 2025 — something to keep in mind. The reservation system is now run in-house and, while functional, generated a flood of emails. Fortunately, a young receptionist was very helpful and made the process smoother.

Very nice location, 5 mins to many stores and less than 10 mins to city centre, the bus station is just across the street, it's so convenient. My room is also lovely with two big windows and beautiful view. Would be nice if there're drawers in the wardrobe but that's not a big issue. So far, I love everything here. Really recommend for students who's looking for a nice accommodation with affordable prices 🫶🏻

I’ve had a genuinely excellent experience renting at The Depot in Exeter. From the very beginning, the management team has been professional, approachable, and consistently reliable — which is something you don’t always find in student accommodation. Any maintenance requests were handled quickly and efficiently, communication was always clear, and the overall standard of the building has been impressive throughout my stay. The staff clearly care about residents’ experience and it shows in the way issues are dealt with and in the general atmosphere of the property. The location is also ideal — close to campus and the city centre — making day-to-day life extremely convenient. More importantly, The Depot feels like a place that’s properly run, not just another faceless accommodation block. I would happily recommend The Depot to any student looking for a well-managed, comfortable, and stress-free place to live in Exeter.