Xenia Students Win Student Accommodation of the Year in Global Awards Programme

Manchester-based Xenia Students’ Sovereign Newbank development in Sheffield has been named Student Accommodation of the Year in the prestigious Hospitality Awards, one of the most prestigious awards on the LUXlife brand.

Seeking to distinguish and honour those who have surpassed all expectations in delivering experiences to guests worldwide, the leading lettings and property management agency has been recognised for its trailblazing approach and commitment to providing exceptional accommodation to the UK’s student community.

Dubbed by the award organisers as Xenia Students’ “jewel in the crown”, Sovereign Newbank is situated in the heart of Sheffield, and just like all of the firm’s other private student accommodation, offers tenants an all-inclusive rental price, making budgeting easier and taking the burden of utilities off student shoulders.

Other areas where the organisers felt Xenia Students excelled were the social events it funds, helping to build a close-knit student community for all tenants, at no additional cost to them. Further praise came on Xenia Students’ approach to feedback and change, with regular reviews carried out across its entire portfolio to ensure what it offers appeals to new students every year. In the case of Sovereign Newbank, this feedback will see the building’s current aesthetics considered and any necessary changes made to keep its rooms and spaces modern, affordable and comfortable for students.

Daryl Tomlinson, Xenia Lettings Director, commented: “We’re absolutely delighted to have won Student Accommodation of the Year in this global, and highly esteemed awards programme. Our Sovereign Newbank student studios and apartments epitomise the high standards we have set for ourselves, and exemplify the trust, quality and simplicity we aim to deliver. We’ve designed the accommodation to offer privacy and space to students in Sheffield, without having to sacrifice on the important social aspects of the university experience.

“To have this recognised and rewarded on such a scale is testament to the approach we’ve taken, and reaffirms our belief in setting new standards for the industry through providing excellent student accommodation right across the UK.”

Xenia Students is renowned for its array of quality student accommodation, across multiple student cities throughout the country. With an unrivalled portfolio of student accommodation, from studios to spacious three bedroom apartments, the firm distinguishes itself from the more traditional, often confined student halls.

Every room or apartment at a Xenia Students building has either a single or double bed, as well as a personal kitchen, en-suite bathroom, and sizeable study area within its four walls.

Furthermore, students are provided with a range of amenities, from smart TVs in several of the studio apartments through to well-equipped gyms, cinema, games, and study rooms. All of the buildings in Xenia Students’ portfolio strike the perfect balance between privacy and

community, and strategic locations see them at the heart of some of the most student-focused cities in the UK. Alongside Sheffield, private student accommodation is also available in Chester, Glasgow, Liverpool, Middlesborough, Newcastle, Nottingham, and Sunderland.

Daryl Tomlinson concluded: “We are committed to making our students as comfortable as possible by providing a home-from-home experience; this includes staff on site from morning through to evening, and a 24/7 support line to help resolve any issues our tenants may have quickly and easily. We know how daunting leaving home and moving to a new city can be, so we’ve also prioritised mental health by providing mental health first aiders to support every stage of a student’s university journey.”