Finding a room in Leiden

Leiden is a historic university city filled with courtyards, canals and an active association scene around the oldest university in the Netherlands. The city is known for intimate courtyards, monumental houses and atmospheric student rooms. With Leiden University, the city is home to thousands of students who enjoy the unique atmosphere.

Leiden's city center is compact and full of historic charm. The canals, courtyards and monumental buildings give the city a unique appearance. Everything is within cycling distance, which is perfect for students.

Student associations

Leiden has a very active association life:

• Minerva: The largest and most famous student association in Leiden, with a rich tradition
• Augustinus: A friendly association with a focus on personal development
• SSR-Leiden: The study association for students of Leiden University
• Catena: An active association with many social activities

Many hospita houses are connected to one or more associations. With Minerva, Augustinus and SSR-Leiden there is always a society to join.

Student life

Student life in Leiden is lively and historic:

• Courtyards: Leiden is known for intimate courtyards, monumental houses and atmospheric student rooms
• Culture: Museums, theaters and cultural events are abundant
• Canals: The canals and historic city center offer a unique atmosphere
• Nightlife: From cozy pubs to larger clubs, there's something for everyone

Students in Leiden appreciate the combination of historic charm and modern student life. The university is in the heart of the city.

Average room price

The average room price in Leiden ranges from €400 to €600 per month, depending on:

• Location: Rooms in the center or in historic buildings are often more expensive
• Surface area: Larger rooms (15-20 m²) generally cost more than smaller rooms (10-12 m²)
• Facilities: Rooms with own kitchen, bathroom or balcony are usually more expensive
• Inclusive/exclusive: Some rooms have service costs and utilities included, others don't

For a room of approximately 12-15 m² in a student house, you can count on an average of €450-€500 per month. Leiden is slightly more expensive than other student cities, but offers unique historic charm.

How do you find rooms in Leiden with myHospi?

myHospi makes finding a room in Leiden much easier. Below you'll find a short step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Create a profile

Download the myHospi app and create a complete profile. Add your personal information, interests, association and photos. A complete profile significantly increases your chances.

Step 2: Search and filter

Use the search function to find available rooms in Leiden. Filter by price, surface area, location and association to quickly find the right rooms.

Step 3: Send your profile

See an interesting house? Send your profile to the house. Adapt your message to the specific house you're responding to, this shows you're really interested.

Step 4: Wait for invitation

If the house is interested, you'll receive an invitation for a hospiteer evening. Via the chat you can ask questions and get more information.

Step 5: Visit the hospiteer evening

During the hospiteer evening you'll meet your potential housemates. Be yourself and show who you are, that works best!

Step 6: Get chosen!

Were you chosen? Congratulations! Via myHospi you can easily stay in touch and finalize the rent.

Tip: Keep your profile up-to-date and respond quickly to new rooms. In Leiden there's a lot of demand for rooms, so be proactive!