Portobello House, sheffield

Portobello House Sheffield Student Accommodation

A room in Sheffield is only one part of the decision. The walk to lectures, the nearest supermarket, somewhere quiet to revise, and the route back after an evening out usually matter just as much once the semester gets underway.

Portobello House Sheffield stands on Portobello Street, a short walk from both the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University. Studio rooms and shared apartments give you different accommodation options, while utility bills and Wi-Fi already sit within the weekly rent. Anyone checking Portobello House Sheffield reviews before booking will usually notice the location comes up again and again, especially for engineering students because several teaching buildings sit almost next door.

Portobello House Sheffield Address & Location

Address:

3 Portobello Street, Sheffield S1 4ND, United Kingdom

The University of Sheffield's Sir Robert Hadfield Building and Amy Johnson Building are only a short walk from Portobello House student accommodation. The main university campus takes less than ten minutes on foot, while Sheffield Hallam University is around fifteen minutes away.

West Street tram stop is nearby for travel across Sheffield. Orchard Square, Fargate, Devonshire Green and Sheffield city centre can all be reached on foot. Supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, pharmacies and convenience stores are spread across the surrounding streets, so there's no need to travel far for everyday shopping.

Why Choose Portobello House Sheffield?

A room is only one part of the decision. The area around the building usually matters just as much after the semester begins. Here's what you'll find at Portobello House Sheffield.

University Buildings Nearby

The University of Sheffield Engineering Department sits only a short walk away, including the Sir Robert Hadfield Building and Amy Johnson Building. Sheffield Hallam University is also within walking distance.

Studio and Shared Apartment Options

The residence includes self-contained studios alongside two-bedroom apartments, giving you different room types to choose from.

Weekly Rent Covers Utility Bills

Electricity, gas, heating, water and high-speed Wi-Fi are already included.

Facilities Inside the Building

The building includes a gym, study rooms, cinema room, games area, bike storage and laundry facilities.

City Centre Within Walking Distance

West Street, Orchard Square, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and tram stops are all close to the residence.

Room Types & Weekly Rent at Portobello House Sheffield

Every room includes a bed, study desk, storage space and internet access.

Room Type	Weekly Rent	Details
Classic Smaller 2 Bed Apartment	£141	Shared kitchen and shared bathroom
Classic Studio – Ground Floor	£144	Private kitchen and bathroom
Classic Studio	£160	Self-contained studio
Classic Studio – Limited View	£163	Private kitchen and bathroom
Classic Bigger Studio – Ground Floor	£175	Larger studio with private facilities
Classic Bigger Studio	£184	Additional living space with private kitchen and bathroom

Prices may change during the booking period.

Weekly Rent Includes

• Electricity

• Gas

• Heating

• Water

• High-speed Wi-Fi

Facilities

Several shared facilities are available throughout the residence.

Facility	Details
Study Rooms	Individual and group study space
Cinema Room	Resident movie screenings and entertainment
Common Room	Shared seating and social area
Games Area	Indoor games and recreation
Gym	On-site fitness facilities
Laundry Room	Washing and drying machines
Bike Storage	Secure cycle storage

Security

The residence also includes:

• CCTV

• Secure door-entry system

• On-site management

• Fire safety systems

Many students read Portobello House Sheffield reviews before booking to compare room layouts, facilities and location. Recent Portobello House photos also help when choosing between different studio and apartment types.

Universities Near Portobello House Sheffield

The University of Sheffield Engineering Department is almost opposite Portobello House Sheffield, which explains why the residence remains a popular choice for engineering and science students. Sheffield Hallam University is also within walking distance, so travelling between campus and accommodation doesn't take much planning.

University	Distance	Approximate Commute
University of Sheffield – St George's Campus	0.31 miles	Around 6-minute walk
University of Sheffield – Western Bank Campus	0.67 miles	Around 12–15-minute walk
Sheffield Hallam University – Collegiate Campus	1.07 miles	Around 20 minutes on foot or a short bus ride
Sheffield Hallam University – City Campus	1.66 miles	Around 10 minutes by tram or bus

Several university buildings, libraries and teaching departments are already within the city centre, so walking becomes the easiest option for many daily journeys.

Transport Options Near Portobello House Sheffield

Sheffield's tram network passes close to the residence, while buses and rail services connect the city with surrounding areas and the rest of the UK.

Transport	Details
Tram Stops	West Street, University of Sheffield, Castle Square and Fitzalan Square / Ponds Forge
Bus Stops	West Street and Castle Square bus stops
Rail	Sheffield Railway Station with direct services to Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham, London and other major cities

West Street tram stop gives quick access to different parts of Sheffield without changing services, while Sheffield Railway Station works well for weekend travel or journeys during university breaks.

Nearby Places

The area around Portobello House student accommodation Sheffield already covers most of the places students visit during the week.

Category	Nearby Places
Supermarkets	Tesco Express, Sainsbury's Local
Cafés	Steam Yard, Copper Pot, The Grind Café
Restaurants	GUYSHI Bar + BBQ, Cosy Club, Silk Kitchen Sheffield
Pubs	Mr Wilson's, The Wick at Both Ends, FirePit Rocks
Gyms	On-site Gym, Prime Mover Fitness, The Gym Group Sheffield The Moor
Parks	Devonshire Green, Pound's Park, Peace Gardens
Libraries	Information Commons, Adsetts Library, Sheffield Central Library
Healthcare	Sheffield City NHS Walk-In Centre, Royal Hallamshire Hospital

Steam Yard is well known for coffee and pastries, while Copper Pot and The Grind Café are popular choices for meeting classmates or spending an hour with coursework. Devonshire Green and Peace Gardens offer open public spaces close to the city centre, and Sheffield Central Library gives you another study option away from campus. Tesco Express and Sainsbury's Local cover everyday grocery shopping without adding another stop to the day.