iQ The Podium

iQ The Podium is a high-quality student accommodation in Egham, Surrey, just a 1-minute walk from Royal Holloway, University of London. It's one of the most convenient student accommodations near Royal Holloway. The Podium offers a wide range of student rooms, including en-suites, non-en-suite rooms, studios, and apartments. These options suit different budgets and living needs. You'll have full access to on-site communal facilities, such as a gym, study room, games room, laundry, supporting both academic and social life.

Situated at 70 Egham Hill, Egham TW20 0ER, iQ The Podium is only a 10-minute walk to Egham town centre. Students can find many supermarkets, shops, cafes, restaurants, and social venues nearby. The location is ideal for students looking for a balance between study, leisure, and socialising.

Room Types at iQ The Podium

iQ The Podium Egham offers several room types to suit different student lifestyles and budgets, including self-contained studios featuring a private kitchenette and en-suite bathroom, modern en-suite rooms with a personal bathroom and access to shared kitchen and living areas, and 2-Bedroom apartments, ideal for students looking to share with a friend. Free dual-occupancy rooms are available in selected Platinum Studio and Diamond Studio room types.

In-Room Facilities

Student rooms at iQ The Podium Egham come fully furnished with a small double bed, study desk and chair, wardrobe, and ample storage space. Both private and shared kitchens typically equipped with ovens, hobs, fridges, and freezers.

Common Amenities

The Podium iQ student accommodation in Egham provides a wide range of modern on-site amenities, including study areas, free gym, laundry facilities, bike storage, and many more. Free and super-fast Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the building, ensuring smooth surfing and streaming. If you want to find a place to relax or have some fun, games room, pool table, lounge, and courtyard are available at The Podium accommodation. The all-inclusive rent covers all access to amenities, Wi-Fi, and utilities such as water, electricity, heating, and gas. So residents can live without worrying about separate bills.

Security and Services

iQ The Podium offers a secure living environment with 24-hour security monitoring and on-site security staff. Each floor is access-controlled and restricted to residents only, to enhance student safety at all times. The building is equipped with comprehensive fire systems, including fire alarms, fire extinguishers, and clearly marked emergency escape routes. In addition, the front desk can securely collect parcels and deliveries for residents.

iQ The Podium Location and What's Hot Nearby

iQ The Podium accommodation is conveniently located in central Egham. Living here means you can roll out of bed and be on campus within minutes, since it's a very short walk to Royal Holloway University. With less time spent commuting, you'll have more time to focus on your studies or enjoy life.

Egham town centre is about 10 minutes' walk away, surrounded by a variety of local amenities and hotspots. Supermarkets, restaurants, and coffee shops are all close to iQ The Podium, with options such as Tesco  Superstore and Waitrose Egham located along the High Street. Heading east along High Street, you'll pass parks, pubs, shopping streets, pharmacies like Boots, well-stocked grocers, multiple banks, and two Chinese supermarkets.

Find everything you possibly need at your doorstep:

• Groceries: Tesco Superstore, Student Union Shop, Londis
  
• Restaurants: The Kings Arms, Cheeky Chicken And Grill (fast food), The Mira Restaurant (Chinese), Kimiko (Japanese)
  
• Bars & Pubs: The Packhorse, The Beehive (with beer garden), The Happy Man
  

The surrounding area of The Podium in Egham also offers plenty of cultural and leisure attractions. Popular destinations such as Thorpe Park and Windsor Castle are great for outings and day trips. Windsor Great Park is home to scenic spots such as Virginia Water, The Savill Garden, and the Writ in Water sculpture. At the eastern end of High Street, Egham Parish Church is anothor landmark worth visiting. If you want a break after classes, you can take a walk through Runnymede Meadows and enjoy the scenic views over the River Thames.

The area is well connected to London, with direct train services to London Waterloo taking approximately 40 minutes. Heathrow Airport can be reached in about half an hour by bus. The prime location makes iQ The Podium Egham an ideal place for students to call home.

Transportation around iQ The Podium

Nestled in the heart of Egham, iQ The Podium offers students stress-free life. Egham Bus Station is a 5-minute walk away, connecting you to nearby areas and local destinations. Royal Holloway, University of London, is just next to The Podium Egham, making your academic pursuits both inspiring and effortlessly accessible.

For longer journeys or perhaps craving a London adventure, Egham Train Station is a mere 10-minute walk from iQ The Podium, offering direct services to central London within 40 minutes. Heathrow Airport stands ready to connect you to the world, a straightforward 30-minute drive. This convenient transport network makes it easy to balance study, travel, and social life while living at iQ The Podium.