ACCOMMODATION
Your Guide to Housing Options for RCSI Bahrain Students
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ACCOMMODATION
Explore information on the accommodation options available to RCSI Bahrain students:
halls of Residence
Convenient student apastments right next to campus
- The total cost of each apartment will be BD550 per month, which is in line with local market rates for apartments in its area.
- The apartment will feature one bedroom with an ensuite bathroom and one bedroom with its own separate bathroom, however it is not ensuite.
- The split of the cost for each room will be BD295 ensuite room/BD255 standard room (separate bathroom)
- In addition to the bedrooms, the apartments also feature a shared large open-plan kitchen/dining-room/living-room area
- All apartments will be fully-furnished, including washing machine fridge/freezer, oven and hob, microwave, television
- Rental fees will be inclusive of wifi, electricity and water charges, 24-hour security and weekly house-keepingRental periods are for 10 months, from September until June.Rent is payable annually in advance with a further one month refundable security deposit which will be refunded at the end of the tenancy, assuming there is no damage to the apartment.
- Rooms can only be guaranteed by the payment of the full year’s rent as per above.
- If your offer is conditional and unfortunately you do not meet your required grades to attend RCSI Bahrain your rent will be reimbursed less an administration charge of 200 BHD.
- The Halls of Residence apartments are available for students during their first year in Bahrain, at the beginning of each Academic Year the apartments will be handed over to a new batch of students.
Please contact studentservices@rcsi-mub.com for more details.
External Apartments
We are also lucky that we have a wide range of apartment blocks perfectly suited to students and student life within walking distance of the main gates of the campus, understandably, this is where we would encourage students to stay.
A basic list of some of the apartment blocks in the nearby area is available below for your information. Of course, there are plenty of other residential areas that might also be suitable, depending on your budget and transport situation.
We know it’s not easy to arrange accommodation when you’re not in the country but there is certainly no shortage of space so don’t worry While many students have successfully arranged accommodation from abroad, many others wait until they arrive to do so, so that will be up to you.
Disclaimer: The properties listed, including the owners/advertisers of same, are not inspected or vetted by RCSI Bahrain. The accommodation list is aimed at putting students in contact with individuals/bodies offering accommodation. As the University does not inspect/vet these properties or their owners/advertisers, and in the absence of any legal or binding agreement between said owners/advertisers and RCSI Bahrain, the University cannot be held liable for any accommodation, contacts, contracts, introductions and/or arrangements arising from the use of this list.
Hotel Accommodation
We appreciate that some families may prefer to view accommodation options in person before committing to a longer-term arrangement. In these cases, temporary accommodation close to campus can be a practical option.
It may be suitable for:
- parents and family members visiting Bahrain;
- students seeking temporary accommodation while finalising a longer-term option; and
- GCC students who do not require a student visa or Bahrain Smart Card (CPR) for their residency arrangements.
Important Information for Students Requiring a CPR
Students who require a student visa and Bahrain Smart Card (CPR) should note that hotel apartment accommodation may not provide the residential address documentation needed to complete the CPR process.
For this reason, Majestic Arjaan Rotana may be used as a temporary accommodation option, but it should not be relied upon as a long-term solution for students who need an eligible residential address for their CPR registration.
Students in this category should ensure that their longer-term accommodation arrangements meet the requirements of the visa and CPR process.
Majestic Arjaan Rotana:
P.O. Box 22003, Muharraq – Manama, Bahrain
Contact: +973 1737 0000
Email: sales.majestic@rotana.com
ACCOMMODATION SHARING
Obviously, it would be more cost-effective to share accommodation with fellow students so here is a link to the room-mate registration form if you think that is something you would be interested in doing.
Please note that except for the Halls of Residence, the University will not match students together but invites them to contact one another.
Please download our Roommate guide for guidelines on sharing accommodation.