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Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) accommodation
Moving to Barcelona to study at Pompeu Fabra University? Whether your classes are by Parc de la Ciutadella, in Poblenou's 22@ innovation district or at the beachside Mar Campus, Yugo has a mix of studio rooms and shared apartments nearby.
Explore our student residences below and find your ideal home.
Our student residences near UPF
Our Barcelona residences combine a social, welcoming community with premium facilities like rooftop pools, gyms and cinema rooms. With a range of locations, room types and dining options, it’s easy to find the right fit for your lifestyle.
Find your UPF campus and faculty
Check your daily commute
Ciutadella Campus
Campus faculties: Faculty of Economics and Business; Faculty of Political and Social Sciences; Faculty of Law; Faculty of Humanities
Nearest residence: Beyoo Marina, 16-minute walk
Poblenou Campus
Campus faculties: Faculty of Communication; Faculty of Translation and Language Sciences; Engineering School
Nearest residence: Beyoo Marina, 13-minute walk
Mar Campus
Campus facilities: Faculty of Medicine and Life Sciences
Nearest residence: Beyoo Marina, 26-minute walk
Why choose Yugo for your accommodation?
Facilities & community
A packed events calendar to enjoy with fellow residents, plus standout spaces like rooftop pools and gyms.
Convenience & flexibility
All-inclusive living with no surprise costs, plus a range of room types, tenancy lengths and dining options.
Security & support
On-site support from reception and maintenance, with secure keycard access and CCTV for complete peace of mind.
| Yugo | Shared apartment | Homestay | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who it suits | Any student, any university | Students who don't mind living independently | Exchange students |
| Contract & booking | Flexible terms, book directly online | Single semester or full academic year, find your own flatmates and landlord | Flexible length, arranged via exchange office |
| Meals & bills | Self-catered and full board options, bills included | No meals, bills usually separate and your own responsibility | Meals usually included |
| Independence & rules | Your own space, no curfew | No real house rules, sharing with flatmates | Living within a family's household routine and hours |
| Location | Located close to campus or in student hotspots | Wherever you can find a room | Often outside the centre, commute to campus |
| On-site support | 24/7 staff for security and maintenance, keycard access, CCTV | No on-site teams, entirely landlord-dependent | Host family handles day-to-day issues, no formal security or maintenance |
| Amenities | Gym, swimming pool, cinema room, study rooms, games areas | Apartment amenities only | Household amenities only |
| Social life | Organised events, peer community of students | Down to you and your flatmates | Cultural immersion and language practice with local family |
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Choose from a range of rooms
Individual rooms & studios
For a self-contained space that’s all your own, our studios come with a private bathroom, kitchenette and desk area, so you can cook, study and unwind without having to share.
🏢 Residences: Yugo Aleu, Yugo Garbí, Beyoo Marina, Yugo Barcelona Port, Beyoo Poble Sec
Double rooms for friends & couples
Heading to UPF with a friend? Our double rooms come with two single beds, a shared bathroom and a kitchenette, giving you a more affordable way to live close together.
🏢 Residences: Yugo Garbí
Individual & shared apartments
In our shared apartments, you’ll have your own bedroom and share a bathroom and kitchen with flatmates — a great way to make friends from day one.
🏢 Residences: Yugo Aleu, Yugo Garbí
A simple, transparent booking process
What our residents have to say
Sam Minors
Beyoo Marina
"Living at Beyoo Marina was the best decision I made in Barcelona. I study at UPF and there’s an air-conditioned tram that takes you almost door-to-door in five minutes. If you’re looking for a nice place to stay where you can feel safe and be surrounded by good people, Beyoo Marina is where you should go!"
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Zihan Ling
Beyoo Marina
"I stayed here for 10 months and had a great experience! If you're a UPF Poblenou student, I definitely recommend this place because it's within walking distance to campus and there are restaurants and supermarkets nearby, so daily life is super convenient."
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Frequently asked questions about UPF
Where are UPF's campuses located?
Pompeu Fabra's three main campuses sit mostly in Barcelona's Sant Martí district. The Ciutadella Campus is beside Parc de la Ciutadella, the Poblenou Campus is in the 22@ district of Poblenou and the Mar Campus is on the seafront near the Vila Olímpica. The Rector’s Office is in the Mercè building in the Gothic Quarter.
What types of accommodation are there for UPF students?
UPF doesn’t run its own halls of residence, so students generally choose from three types of accommodation: private student residences like Yugo, designed around student life; shared apartments rented from private landlords; and homestays with local families.
Where are the best areas to live near UPF?
With all three Pompeu Fabra campuses being close together near the seafront, areas like Poblenou, El Parc i la Llacuna, the Vila Olímpica and El Born are ideal and often within walking distance. Neighbourhoods in Sants-Montjuïct like Poble Sec and Sants also work well with direct metro links to campus.
How much does student accommodation near UPF cost?
Prices depend on the neighbourhood, facilities and whether meals are included. Shared apartments are typically priced at €500–€1,000 per month with bills and food costing extra, while private student residences range from €1,000–€1,750+ but come with premium facilities and bills included.
When should UPF students book accommodation?
For a September start, aim to book between April and June before demand peaks over the summer. Shared apartments are easiest to find two to three months out, while private residences offer more flexibility for short-term stays and last-minute bookings.