Student Accommodation Village

Tai Poutini Polytechnic has an accommodation village available for students studying at our Greymouth Campus. The village is situated in close proximity (200 metres) of the Greymouth campus. This is owned and managed by TPP. Staff members are available to provide support and pastoral care while students are living within the Student Village. Accommodation options for students studying in Westport and Wānaka are listed at the bottom of this page.

Tai Poutini Polytechnic has a duty of pastoral care to all of our students, and specific requirements for residents of our accommodation under the Education (Pastoral Care of Tertiary and International Learners) Code of Practice 2021 to ensure that our residents live in a safe environment and have a positive experience that supports their educational achievement and personal development.

Please note: Due to high demand for 2026 student accommodation, the accommodation village is currently at full capacity. However, we continue to welcome applications in case spaces become available through withdrawals.

Charges

Weekly rental is $200.00 per room (inclusive of electricity) for 2026*. Upon acceptance of your application, an initial payment of $900.00 is required within five working days to secure your place.  This is made up of:

International students are required to pay the full accommodation amount with their tuition fees. 

*Fees are indicative to change for 2026.

Facilities

Fifty-eight rooms are available, consisting of shared housing and single units.

What is supplied?

• Beds - king singles
• Washing machines and dryers (require $2 to operate)
• Communal drying room
• All units are supplied with fridge/freezer, furnishings, microwave, jugs, toaster and basic cooking equipment
• WIFI

What do I have to supply?

• All bedding (duvet, blankets, sheets, pillows, pillowcases), towels, flannels and tea towels
• Insurance to cover personal belongings
• As the accommodation is self-catering, meals are residents’ responsibility

General information

• There is zero tolerance to illegal drugs, alcohol, cigarettes or vaping.
• All residents must be at least 18 years of age.
• Accommodation is self-catering.
• Cleaning equipment is supplied, but residents are required to supply their own cleaning products.
• Residents are expected to respect the House Rules that are published in each house/unit.
• There is limited off-street parking.
• Pets are not permitted.
• All rooms are subject to periodic inspection.

How to apply for a place in Student Accommodation

Please note that we cannot confirm your place in accommodation until you have been accepted onto a programme at Tai Poutini Polytechnic.

As there is limited accommodation available, we encourage you to apply as early as possible. 

1. Complete the application form which can be found here. 
2. Arrange for the Referee Form to be completed, which can be found here.
3. Email your completed forms to accommodation@tpp.ac.nz
4. We will acknowledge receipt of your application.
5. Your application will be assessed by the Student Accommodation Committee.
6. You will be notified of the outcome of your application within 7 working days of receipt of your completed documentation.
7. If you are allocated a place, you will be sent the following documents:
   Student Accommodation Agreement 
   Student Accommodation House Rules
   Student Accommodation Payment Details
8. You then have five working days to return the signed Agreement and pay the Entry Fee Payment to secure your place.  Failure to do so may result in your place being allocated to another resident.
9. Please send your application and supporting documentation to:

Emily Pointon
Student Support & Accommodation Co-ordinator 

Email:
accommodation@tpp.ac.nz

Courier:
Tai Poutini Polytechnic
73-87 Tainui Street
Greymouth 7805

Postal:
Tai Poutini Polytechnic
Private Bag 607
Greymouth 7840

Questions

 If you have any queries about student accommodation, please contact Emily Pointon

Freephone:        0800 800 411
Mobile:               022 010 5822
Email:                accommodation@tpp.ac.nz

Westport Accommodation

Westport has a number of places offering long-term stays, try: