From £269 per week
When you book a room, Ocean Bottle take 1,000 plastic bottles out of the sea.
Your room
Our Premium Studio, which measures approximately 23m² , is intended for students who value both space and style. Enjoy a comfortable bed, a spacious study area, and plenty of storage for your personal belongings. The private kitchen allows you to cook with ease, and the ensuite bathroom provides complete privacy. Relax with the 40-inch Samsung Smart TV and stay cool with air conditioning. The secure fob access and in-room safe provide additional peace of mind.
Room layouts, furnishings, and views may vary. The images shown are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect the exact room you are allocated.
Features
Air Conditioning
WiFi
On Site Maintenance
Study Room
Common Room
Games Room
Gym
Study Area
TV (communal)
Bike Storage
Laundry Room
Recycling
Features & Facilities
£300 Frive Meal Voucher
FREE LAUNDRY FOR 26/27
Gym
Games room
CCTV and secure entry
All bills included
Communal Lounge and Courtyard
TV in every room
Wi-Fi Up to 400mbs**
Air Conditioning in every room
Cinema
Life at Hythe Mills
Hythe Mills offers modern, riverside student accommodation just a short walk from the University of Essex. Nestled beside the River Colne, it’s a peaceful setting with everything you need close by—shops, cafés, and transport links all within easy reach.
Choose from fully furnished en-suite rooms or private studios, each designed for comfort and practicality. You’ll have air conditioning, a Samsung Smart TV, and high-speed Wi-Fi, making it easy to study, relax, or keep in touch.
There’s more than just a great room. Residents have access to a 24/7 gym, quiet study areas, and communal spaces for meeting others or taking time out. Free laundry facilities and all-inclusive bills mean fewer things to worry about.
Safety and support are built in. With secure entry, CCTV, and an on-site team available day and night, help is always close by.
At Hythe Mills, we’ve thought about what makes student life easier—and better. It’s a space to feel settled, focus on what matters, and enjoy your time at university with everything right where you need it.
What’s next?
It’s just three easy steps to get your room booked!
Let’s get to know you
We just need a few quick details to get started:
• Your contact info, date of birth & photo ID
• Your university, course name & year of study
• Guarantor info (if needed): their contact details, date of birth & photo ID
It’s quick, and it helps us set everything up just right for you
Secure your spot
Secure your room by completing the following steps:
• Paying your advance rent
• Signing your licence agreement
• If you’ve got a guarantor, they’ll need to sign their form too
Time to get excited!
You’re all set — now the countdown begins.
• Get started on packing your bags
• Check out our moving-in guides
• Find out more about your new place on our property pages
FAQs
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There is a laundry room with washing and drying machines (operated by Circuit Laundry). Laundry rooms are open 24 hours; all you need to remember is your detergent, as we don’t provide this.
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You can connect up to 6 devices to your ASK4 WiFi account.
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Please contact our service provider, ASK4. They have support staff who will be able to help sort out any issues you’re having as quickly as possible.
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You’re welcome to ask to be placed in a room near your friends or within the same flat, and we’ll do our best to make it happen, depending on availability. If you prefer to live in a single-sex flat for cultural or religious reasons, you can also request this, and we will accommodate it where possible.
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If you require an accessible room, we ask that you please contact the site you wish to book directly to discuss the availability of accessible rooms.