John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts - Salford Student Accommodation
About
John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts is a student accommodation complex in Pendleton, primarily serving those attending the nearby Salford University. Known for its proximity to the city centre and convenience for students, it provides rooms with bills included, making it a practical option for those on a budget. The reception team is noted for being helpful and approachable, often assisting residents with queries. The complex occasionally hosts events, catering to a range of interests. Its location near local amenities and the university campus adds to its appeal for students seeking straightforward accommodation close to their studies.
Customer Reviews
REVIEW FOR PROSPECTIVE POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS (1) star goes to how secure the place is and how close it is to the police (2) star goes to the fantastic reception team, always making an effort to help out the best way possible (3) goes to the close proximity of the shopping complex,especially good for international students still finding their way around Now below is my 2cents of the overall experience: BOOKINGS:The accomodation website gives you the best option for your study level. Although I choose to mix with undergraduates I assume they'd place me with at least final year undergraduates, but noooooo FLATMATES: sharing an apartment with undergraduates IN THEIR SECOND SEMESTER OF THEIR FIST YEAR, as a postgraduate student doing a 1year intense was an epic FAIL. There was not a week that would pass when wouldn't report about my flatmates' behaviour, uncleanness and the lack of sleep because of the midnight-3am hour noise. My studies have suffered real bad as well as compromised my health due to bad hygiene in shared spaces. WHY I CHOSE THE PLACE: (1) living with flatmates is a great way to know a few people especially when you don't know a soul in the UK. One of my flatmates, Linah❤️ was kind enough to show me around and how things work, bless her🙌🏽 (2) It's quite unfortunate that the university website does not offer a lot of options for international students, especially postgraduates. If you can, which might not be wise as affordable accomodation spaces fill up real quick, do book yourself in a hotel or short term accommodation (a month before schools opens). This will give you a chance to view apartments in person, because online pictures tend to be overrated. You can also check out YouTube vlogs, you'll highly likely see the apartments for what they are and get the sense and energy of people you might find yourself living with, to see if it's worth it pain. ACCOMODATION SUGGESTIONS: I honestly would have preferred ensuite or studio apartment even. So please If you are a POSTGRADUATE, do go to "Manchester student homes" website you'll get a lot of options there before settling for John Lester. Or consider: IQ student Accommodation, X1 The campus, Tramways.. Or go to google maps it will also give options of accommodations near your school. ADVICE: Settle for John Lester because you're on a tight budget. TRUST ME YOU DO NOT WANT TO SPEND 12 MONTHS OF YOUR VALUABLE TIME FIGHTING PETTY APARTMENT Battles, trying to keep the place in tact so you don't pay for someone else damages and the horrors of sharing one bathroom. I'd suggest John Lester's LANDORD to renovate the showers, paint the bathroom ceilings with waterproof and mould proof paint, and turn the other apartments in the premises into ENSUITES specially for POSTGRADUATES and final year students.
As an international exchange student coming to study at Salford University , I was shocked by the way I’ve been treated by this residence. Despite contacting them several times, they refuse to offer me a room for a 4-month stay — even though their website clearly advertises this as an option. This is blatant false advertising. Worse, instead of helping, they told me to look for alternatives like Airbnb with elderly hosts charging over £1,000 a month — completely unrealistic for a student budget. They know I’m coming here exclusively to study at their partner university, yet they’ve completely left me stranded just because I’m not staying for a full year. It’s clear they don’t want to deal with short stays, even if they’re officially promoted on their site. The treatment I’ve received has been unacceptable. For a residence that claims to support students — especially international ones — this is a shocking lack of care and professionalism. I would not recommend this place to any exchange student unless they guarantee in writing that they’ll respect the terms they publicly promote. Until then, beware of misleading information and poor treatment .
ITS A SCAM! PHOTOS ARE NOT REAL! Please do not book here before visiting! It’s a disgusting place and certainly not worth the money you’re paying. You’re being overcharged for the rooms. They’re like prison rooms. This room in the photo is an actual silver room. Now check the silver rooms on the photos provided on their website. It’s all falsely advertised. Please do not book before you view it.
