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Consistently named one of the UK’s best student cities, it doesn’t get much better than Bristol.
And at Vita Student Bristol, you’ll have it all on your doorstep.

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Why Bristol?

Bristol has a special charm. Maybe it’s the vibrant street art or unique civic history. It is Banksy’s birthplace, after all.

Zed Alley is the best location of any student accommodation in Bristol. Be within walking distance of buzzing student areas like Stokes Croft, Clifton, and Gloucester Road.

OUR BUILDING

Vita Student Zed Alley is in the heart of Bristol, home to students of all nationalities. Choose from 10 floors of studio apartments and experience the best of student living.

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Zed Alley

Vita Student Zed Alley, 35 Colston Avenue, Bristol, BS1 4TT
13 Min Walk to university
13 Min Walk to Bristol city centre
06 Floors
131 Rooms

Just 10-minute’s walk from both the University of Bristol and the vibrant city centre our Zed Alley residence offers the ultimate in location.

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When you book directly through vitastudent.com you get access to instant benefits, and insider perks.

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Benefits of booking online with Vita

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When you book through vitastudent.com directly you get access to instant benefits, and insider perks.

Book with confidence through the official Vita Student website to ensure:

  • Live prices and availability
  • Immediate booking confirmation
  • Dedicated, personal support post-booking
  • Step-by-step pre-arrival support right up until move in day
  • Enjoy early access to our gyms and shared spaces if you’re already in the city

Booking with us puts you directly in touch with the team responsible for delivering the Vita Student experience in your chosen building ensuring that you get the Vita Student level of service from the moment you click ‘book now’.

How to book

Booking online is the easiest way to get the room you want.

Find your city, choose the ideal building for you, choose a room type based on the description provided and find your perfect room using our easy to use tool. Then simply follow the instructions in the booking process to complete your booking and one of the team will be in touch to welcome you.

Our Find a room tool is the easiest way to filter through the options available.

Step 1

Click Find Your Room and follow the simple steps.

Step 2

Explore the detail on the room page for the room that’s recommended to you. If that room isn’t for you, use the floorplans or Explore More Rooms on the room page to explore other room options.

Step 3

Once you are happy with your room, simply click Book Now and follow the on-screen instructions to pay for and secure your room.

Step 4

You will receive your booking confirmation via email within 24 hours, and a member of our in-house team will get in touch with you to provide you with dedicated, personal support.

Step 5

Congratulations! Get excited to move in with us and start your Vita Student journey, we will be there to support you every step of the way

Unbeatable location

It’s no wonder Zed Alley sells out every year. Located in Bristol’s city centre, you have everything you need on your doorstep.

Plus, you’re only a short stroll to the University of Bristol.

WHAT WE’RE ABOUT

Vita Student is for students that want it all. For students that want to live without limits.

With an all-inclusive service, Vita Student Bristol gives you the space to live better and achieve more.

Whether you’re creative or academic, Vita Student offers exceptional living for extraordinary futures.

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WELCOME
TO BRISTOL.

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"Central to everything in the city."

Zed Alley sits next to the city’s best bars and restaurants, as well as iconic landmarks like the Arnolfini, Bristol Hippodrome, and the now-toppled Edward Colston statue.

Enjoy the fresh air at Ashton Court. Update your wardrobe at Cabot Circus. Relax by the water on the Harbourside. It’s all on your doorstep at Zed Alley.

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UNIVERSITIES IN
BRISTOL

University of Bristol

Founded in 1876, the University of Bristol ranks in the UK Top 10 and global Top 100 universities.

Alumni includes 13 Nobel Prize winners, such as Winston Churchill, and is renowned for world-leading research, strong industry connections, and graduates among the highest paid in the UK.

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University of West England

Ranked among the UK’s top 30 universities for graduate employability, the University of West England (UWE) equips students with practical career skills.

Following a £300 million investment in 2020, it boasts excellent facilities and consistently achieves some of the highest student satisfaction scores in the country.

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Testimonials

Here’s what our students have to say.
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“My three favourite things about living at Vita: the weekly events, the gym and the independence I get from living on my own.”
Elouise

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“The reception was really welcoming and helpful.”
Muhammed

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“A place where I can learn new things and feel comfortable.”
Prem

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“I wanted to move into a place where I can feel really secure.”
Lourdes

FAQs

    Bristol is full of incredible sights. The most iconic attraction to visit in Bristol is its famous Clifton Suspension Bridge. Walk across here at sunset and get some of the most beautiful views of the city, overlooking the River Avon. One of the next best attractions in Bristol is the Arnolfini, a cool arts venue that regularly hosts exhibitions and music nights. It sits on the edge of the harbour, which is the perfect place to hang out with friends in the summer, and less than a 5-minute walk from Vita Student Bristol. Lastly, visit the SS Great Britain, a ship built by Isambard Brunel – this used to travel from Bristol all the way to New York, but is now a museum that you can walk inside and explore.

    Bristol is full of surprises, and the list of interesting facts about Bristol is endless. Every year it hosts its own Hot Air Balloon Festival, which celebrates the fact it’s the world’s biggest manufacturer of hot air balloons. It’s the birthplace of everything from Banksy to the blanket. The city once had its own time zone and even now, has its own currency.

    It takes just 90 minutes to travel by train from Bristol Temple Meads to London.

    Nightlife in Bristol is one of the things students love most about living here. Whatever kind of night you want, there’s something for you in Bristol. See live music and have casual drinks in the creative Stokes Croft area or get dressed up and order delicious cocktails in Clifton. Clubs, pubs, and everything in between, Bristol has it all.

    Bristol has an abundance of places to eat and drink. With a huge mix of cultures in the city, you can get whatever cuisine you’re craving. A famous food spot in Bristol is Rice & Things, which is known for serving up some of the best Caribbean food in the country. Bristol also has plenty of fine dining venues like The Chef’s Table, Pasture and littlefrench, and street food spots in St Nicholas Market. For drinking, check out the Full Moon Bar in Stokes Croft or head to Her Majesty’s Secret Service, a secret cocktail bar in Clifton.

    If you’re a student in Bristol, it’s best place to live in the very centre of the action. Living either in Bristol City Centre or around Gloucester Road proves the most popular choices for students in Bristol. Vita Student Bristol is situated at the heart of Bristol, with everything the city has to offer at your doorstep.

    When you book a student room at Vita Student, you can enjoy early access to all your new building’s communal spaces before you move in. Discover your new study spot and save on your gym membership by securing your space today.

    When you book at Vita Student, a member of our team will be in touch within 48 hours. So if you have any questions about your booking, don’t worry – our customer engagement team will support you every step of your journey with us, from booking until the end of your stay at Vita Student.

    You need to be over 17 and a full-time university student in the UK or Spain to live at Vita Student.

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