Horizon Heights, liverpool

Horizon Heights Liverpool Student Accommodation Overview

Living in the city centre changes your university routine more than you might expect. Walking to lectures, meeting friends after class, catching a train home for the weekend, or picking up groceries on the way back all become much simpler when everything is nearby. That's one of the biggest reasons students choose Horizon Heights Liverpool.

Located in Liverpool's Knowledge Quarter, the building sits within walking distance of both the University of Liverpool and Liverpool John Moores University. Liverpool Lime Street Station is just around the corner, making it easy to travel across the city or head home during holidays.

Horizon Heights student accommodation Liverpool includes en-suite rooms in shared flats as well as private studios, so you can decide whether you want a more social flat or your own space. Alongside the rooms, you'll find study areas, social spaces and practical facilities that fit naturally into everyday student life rather than feeling like extras you'll rarely use.

 

Horizon Heights Address & Location

Address: Horizon Heights, Skelhorne Street, Liverpool L3 5LX, United Kingdom

The location puts you in the middle of Liverpool's student area. University campuses, Liverpool Lime Street Station, supermarkets, cafés and the city centre are all within walking distance, so most daily journeys take less time than you might expect.

If you're new to Liverpool, this part of the city also makes getting around straightforward. Bus routes, train services and the main shopping streets are all close by, making it easy to settle into a routine without relying on long commutes.

 

Why Choose Horizon Heights Liverpool Student Accommodation?

Where you live affects far more than the journey to campus. It shapes how you spend your mornings, where you meet friends and how easily you get around the city during the week.

Walk to University: Both the University of Liverpool and Liverpool John Moores University are around a 10-minute walk away. That means fewer early-morning bus journeys and more flexibility between lectures.

Liverpool Lime Street on Your Doorstep: Having the city's main railway station nearby makes a real difference, especially if you travel home regularly or explore other parts of the UK during weekends and university breaks.

Choose the Room That Suits You: Some students enjoy sharing a flat and meeting new people. Others prefer their own kitchen and quieter space. Horizon Heights gives you both options through en-suite rooms and self-contained studios.

Shared Spaces You'll Actually Use: The sky lounge, rooftop terrace, cinema room, games room and study areas give residents somewhere to spend time outside their rooms. During busy weeks, it's useful having different places to study or take a break without leaving the building.

Bills in One Payment: Electricity, heating, water, Wi-Fi and contents insurance all come within the rent, making monthly budgeting much easier.

City Views: The rooftop terrace and 18th-floor sky lounge overlook Liverpool's skyline, with views stretching across the city towards the Wirral and beyond.

 

Room Types & Prices at Horizon Heights

Horizon Heights student halls include numerous of room types, from shared en-suite flats to fully self-contained studios. Students looking to keep costs lower usually choose an en-suite room, while studios suit those who prefer more privacy.

 

Room Type	Weekly Rent
Small Standard Double Ensuite	£143.00
Small Highest Double Ensuite	£144.00
Small High Double Ensuite	£145.60
Medium Standard Double Ensuite	£147.20
Medium High Double Ensuite	£149.60
Medium Highest Double Ensuite	£154.00
Extra Large High Double Ensuite	£156.00
Extra Large Standard Double Ensuite	£158.00
Classic Ensuite	£175.00
Basic Ensuite	£180.00
Premium Range 1 Ensuite	£180.00
Premium Range 2 Ensuite	£185.00
Extra Large Highest Double Ensuite	£198.00
Double Partly Accessible Studio	£221.00
Classic Accessible Studio	£255.00
Premium Range 1 Studio	£265.00
Premium Range 1 Accessible Studio	£265.00
Premium Range 2 Studio	£275.00
Premium Range 2 Accessible Studio	£275.00
Medium Highest Double Studio	£275.00
Double Wheelchair Accessible Studio	£275.00
Large Highest Double Studio	£280.00
Premium Range 3 Studio	£285.00
Premium Range 3 Accessible Studio	£285.00
Premium Range 4 Accessible Studio	£305.00
Double Wheelchair Accessible Ensuite	Enquire
Extra Large Highest Double Studio	Enquire

 

Prices may vary depending on room availability and tenancy length.

 

What's Included at Horizon Heights?

Moving into university accommodation is much easier when the essentials are already covered.

Your rent includes:

• Electricity

• Gas

• Heating

• Water

• Wi-Fi

• Broadband

• Contents insurance

With the main household bills already included, there's no need to organise separate utility accounts after moving in.

 

Facilities at Horizon Heights

One of the reasons Horizon Heights reviews often mention the building is the amount of shared space available outside the bedrooms. Whether you're revising for exams or taking a break after lectures, there are several places to spend time throughout the day.

Study Spaces: Dedicated study rooms give you an alternative to working in your bedroom, especially during busy assignment periods or group projects.

Social Spaces: 

Residents have access to:

• Sky lounge

• Rooftop terrace

• Cinema room

• Games room

• Common room

Everyday Facilities

Daily essentials are taken care of with:

• On-site laundry

• Bike storage

• Vending machines

• On-site maintenance

• On-site management

• Recycling facilities

Fitness: The on-site fitness suite makes it easy to fit a workout around lectures without travelling across the city.

Safety & Security

The building includes:

• 24-hour security

• On-site security team

• CCTV

• Secure door entry

• Fire alarm system

These features help create a secure living environment throughout the academic year.

 

Nearby Universities

Living in the city centre puts several Liverpool universities within walking distance, while buses and rail links make the rest of the city easy to reach.

 

University	Distance	Typical Journey
Liverpool John Moores University – Mount Pleasant Campus	0.43 miles	Around 8–10 minutes on foot
Liverpool Hope University – Creative Campus	1.1 miles	Around 20–25 minutes on foot or by bus
Liverpool John Moores University – City Campus	1.3 miles	Around 20–25 minutes on foot or by bus
University of Liverpool – Main Campus	1.45 miles	Around 25–30 minutes on foot or a short bus ride
SAE Institute Liverpool	1.6 miles	Around 25–30 minutes by bus

 

Nearby Places

Transport: Liverpool Lime Street Station makes travelling around the UK straightforward, while nearby bus stops connect the accommodation with different parts of the city.

• Liverpool Lime Street Railway Station

• Liverpool Central Railway Station

• Elliot Street Bus Stop

• Skelhorne Street Bus Stops

Food & Drink: Liverpool city centre has no shortage of places to eat or grab a coffee.

Cafés

• Bold Street Coffee

• Ropewalks coffee shops

Restaurants & Pubs

• NEAPOLITAN Pizza & Bar

• The Oracle

• Ma Egerton's Stage Door

Grocery Stores

• Tesco Express

• Sainsbury's Local

Fitness

• On-site Fitness Suite

• PureGym Liverpool City Centre

Parks

• Chavasse Park

• St John's Gardens

Libraries

• Liverpool Central Library

Shopping

• St Johns Shopping Centre

• Liverpool ONE

 

Conclusion

A university room becomes part of your routine surprisingly quickly. The route to lectures, the supermarket you call into after class, and the station you use when heading home soon become familiar. Horizon Heights Liverpool keeps those everyday places nearby while giving easy access to Liverpool's main universities. Many Horizon Heights reviews mention the location first, and after spending time here, it's easy to understand why.