Canal-side student accommodation in Nottingham, near the University of Nottingham
Graystacks is a student accommodation in Nottingham, located at 171 Castle Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7 1GY. Set in an exclusive marina on the Nottingham Canal, the residence offers en-suite and non-en-suite rooms in shared cluster apartments with all utility bills included, Wi-Fi and contents insurance. Graystacks is within cycling distance of both the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University, and has been named Environmental Building of the Year as a negative carbon building.
Location and transport links
Graystacks is located on Castle Boulevard alongside the Nottingham Canal, with good transport links to both universities and the city centre.
- University of Nottingham (Jubilee Campus) — within walking distance
- University of Nottingham — approximately 22 minutes by public transport
- Nottingham Trent University — approximately 9 minutes by bike or under 30 minutes by public transport
- Nottingham Trent International College and Confetti Institute — accessible by public transport
- Gregory Street tram stop — approximately 12 minutes on foot
- Local bus stop — approximately 2 minutes on foot
- Castle Marina Retail Park — approximately 7 minutes on foot
- Sainsbury’s — approximately 9 minutes on foot
Room types at Graystacks
Graystacks offers rooms in two tiers — en-suite and non-en-suite — each available with either a road view or canal view. All rooms are in cluster apartments of 12 students, sharing a large fully fitted kitchen and communal living space, and include a three-quarter double bed, study desk with drawers, storage, shelving and a notice board.
Road view — non en-suite
A room with views of Castle Boulevard. Bathroom is shared with one other person only.
Canal view — non en-suite
A room with views of the marina and Nottingham Canal, where canal boats pass daily. Bathroom is shared with one other person only.
Road view — en-suite
A room with views of Castle Boulevard and a private en-suite bathroom (WC, shower, sink and accessories).
Canal view — en-suite
A room with views of the marina and canal, and a private en-suite bathroom — the most sought-after room type at Graystacks.
All cluster kitchens include 3 fridge-freezers, 2 ovens, 2 hobs, 2 microwaves and a dishwasher. The shared living space includes sofas, tables, chairs, bean bags and a TV with Netflix and Disney+.
- All utility bills included (within fair usage)
- High-speed Wi-Fi (up to 200MB throughout the building)
- Contents insurance included
- Own washing machine and dryer in each cluster — free to use
- Weekly cleaning of communal areas included
Facilities and shared spaces
Residents at Graystacks benefit from a marina setting and a range of on-site facilities.
- Rooftop terrace with views over Nottingham
- Communal lounge with waterfront access and south-facing terraces
- BBQ area
- Secure cycle storage
- Key fob entry, individual apartment door systems and 24-hour CCTV
- 24-hour on-site support team
- Award-winning negative carbon building (Environmental Building of the Year)
Frequently asked questions about Graystacks
How far is Graystacks from the University of Nottingham?
The University of Nottingham Jubilee Campus is within walking distance. The main campus is approximately 22 minutes by public transport, and 12 minutes by bike.
How far is Graystacks from Nottingham Trent University?
Nottingham Trent University is approximately a 9-minute cycle or under 30 minutes by public transport from Graystacks.
What room types are available at Graystacks?
Graystacks offers road view and canal view rooms in both en-suite and non-en-suite configurations. Non en-suite bathrooms are shared with one other person only.
Are bills included in the rent?
Yes. Rent at Graystacks includes all utility bills, Wi-Fi, contents insurance and weekly cleaning of communal areas. Each cluster also includes a free-to-use washing machine and dryer.
Is Graystacks an eco-friendly building?
Yes. Graystacks has been named Environmental Building of the Year and is a certified negative carbon building.
Is Graystacks suitable for international students?
Yes. The all-inclusive rent, secure marina location and 24-hour on-site team make Graystacks a practical option for both UK and international students.
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