UniLodge Ultimo
Frequently Asked Questions

• If rent isn’t paid, UniLodge can deduct it from your security deposit. 

• If the deposit isn’t enough, you must pay the remaining balance.

Yes – electricity is included in your occupancy fees. 

Unlimited Wi-Fi is included as part of your occupancy fees. 

No. UniLodge Ultimo is a pet-free property.  

UniLodge Ultimo is a smoke-free building. Smoking is not permitted in rooms or common areas. 

No – additional guests are not allowed. 

Yes. The property features secure access, CCTV and on-site staff support. 

Yes. Friendly on-site staff are available during office hours to assist residents. 

Maintenance requests can be submitted through reception or the resident portal, and will be attended to by the on-site team.  

Yes. The property is within walking distance of Central Station, buses and light rail services.  

UniLodge Ultimo is just a short walk to UTS, making it extremely convenient for students studying on campus. USYD is also easily accessible, either by a comfortable walk or via public transport. Regular bus services and the light rail operate nearby, providing quick and direct connections to the USYD campus. With multiple transport options available, getting to both universities is simple and stress free.  

No – but free bicycle parking is available. 

Check-in is Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.

Yes, by prior arrangement only. Please contact us to make those arrangements.  

UniLodge Ultimo is available to full-time and part-time students enrolled at a recognised tertiary institution. 

No. Students from UTS, USYD, TAFE NSW and other Sydney-based institutions are welcome.  

Yes. UniLodge Ultimo welcomes both domestic and international students. 

We recommend applying as early as possible, especially for peak intake periods, as rooms are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.  

Yes. All studios come fully furnished with a bed, desk, chair, storage, kitchenette and private bathroom. 

Basic furniture is provided, but residents will need to bring their own bedding, cookware and personal items.  

Yes – there is a non-refundable application fee of $240. 

Yes – to secure your accommodation you must pay $600, which includes the $240 application fee, a $230 departure clean fee, and a part payment of $130 towards your security deposit (which is the equivalent to four weeks occupancy fees). 

• Cancel more than 28 days before your contract starts: $240 retained. 

• Cancel within 28 days of the contract start date: the full $600 is charged. 

Residents are responsible for cleaning their own rooms during their stay.  

Yes – a departure cleaning fee of $230 applies. 

An Early Termination Fee applies – equivalent to two weeks’ occupancy fee (plus 10% GST) already paid before departure. This cannot be taken from the security deposit. 

UniLodge has listed a number of resources on our Student Health and Wellbeing page.