Welcome to City Studios Preston – modern serviced apartments in Preston city centre, ideal for short-term stays, monthly lets, and corporate accommodation.
Located on North Road, close to the University of Lancashire and key transport links, our fully furnished studio apartments provide a cost-effective alternative to hotels and traditional rentals.

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All our studios are beautifully-appointed and thoughtfully-designed, with a modern kitchen and contemporary ensuite included as standard.
Draped in natural light, our premium studios offer everything expected as standard, with premium features including more space and extra windows with enhanced views and lighting.
Our corner studios offer deluxe extras, finished to the highest standards. The combined living, dining and kitchen areas wrap around the corners of the building creating a beautiful, generously sized open space.
Perfect for individuals and couples visiting the city, our collection of one bedroom apartments feature a large bedroom separated from other beautifully finished living spaces.
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Each of our 133 studio apartments is thoughtfully designed to help you live, work, and relax with ease. Enjoy bright, open-plan living spaces filled with natural light, complete with contemporary furnishings and a modern finish throughout.
Whether you’re staying for a few nights or several months, your apartment is ready to move into from day one.
It’s easy to keep active while staying at City Studios.
Residents get free access to Pure Gym, North Road. There are Paddle courts next door, and we are a 5-minute walk away from the beautiful green space of Moor Park.



Your fully-fitted modern kitchen is equipped with all you need, including an oven and double induction hob.
A contemporary ensuite bathroom, complemented by top-quality bath towels and luxury toiletries.
Ideal for home working, the workstation is complete with a comfortable office chair and desk and free 100Mb WiFi.
Kick back in the lounge and catch up on your favourite box set on a 42-inch smart TV.
Wake up refreshed on a double bed with an extra luxurious mattress and plush linen.
Looking for reliable, flexible accommodation for your team in Preston? City Studios offers serviced apartments in Preston city centre, ideal for corporate stays, business travel, and workforce accommodation.
Our fully furnished studio apartments provide a comfortable, cost-effective alternative to hotels — with the space to work, relax, and stay longer.
Ideal for:
Preston is a thriving hub with everything you need right on your doorstep. Whether you’re staying for a few nights or longer, City Studios places you at the centre of it all.
Located within walking distance of the University of Lancashire and the city centre, you’ll benefit from excellent transport links across the North West, including direct connections to Manchester, Liverpool, and beyond.
With easy access to major motorway networks, green spaces and shopping, City Studios offers a convenient and well-connected base for work or leisure.
We welcome business and leisure guests alike at City Studios, whether you are visiting Preston in a professional capacity or for pleasure.
City Studios is ideal for individuals and couples, as well as groups of professionals who can book their own studios within close proximity of one another.
While still welcome, regretably we cannot offer any family rooms at City Studios. All our studios have a maximum capacity of 2 guests per room.
There is a bus stop directly outside City Studios with buses operating every 5 minutes, taking you into the heart of Preston.
Alternatively, the bus and train stations can be walked to in under 15 minutes at less than a mile from City Studios.
You will have been sent instructions on how to complete the online Check In prior to your arrival and once completed you will be sent your Smart Keys to your phone via the Paxton App. This means you can arrive any time after 3pm to Check In to your room. When you arrive please access using the main gate via North Street, and the main accommodation building is directly infront of you when you arrive.
Arrival and check-in information will be provided to you at the point of booking confirmation – if you have not yet received this information or you have any questions about your arrival, please contact our team who will be happy to help.
Convenience stores
There are many convenience stores within a 2-minute walk of City Studios, including Tesco Express on Moor Lane.
Supermarkets
There are larger supermarkets nearby, including Iceland on North Road, which is a 7-minute walk.
Takeaways
Being close to the UCLan campus means there is a wide range of tasty takeaways around, including on Moor Lane! You can also order from your favourite delivery service, which all operate in Preston.
Gym
PureGym Preston is next door to City Studios.
Post Office
The nearest post office is 0.3 miles away, on Plungington Rd – a walk of under 10 minutes.
Chemist/Pharmacy
Another 50 metres further along Plungington Road, you’ll find the closest chemist.
While we don’t have a restaurant on-site, we offer refreshments in the shared spaces within the historic Unicorn section of the building on arrival and in your room when you check in.
The Moorbrook Pub is ideally located next door to City Studios and offers a variety of food options.
And of course, every apartment has a fully equipped kitchen.
Food delivery companies are welcome to deliver to City Studios, and the drop-off point is at the rear of the property.