Hox Park is the go-to purpose-built student accommodation for Royal Holloway, University of London students, at Hox Park Drive, Englefield Green, Egham TW20 0GP, run by Here Students. With a free 7-minute shuttle bus to the Royal Holloway campus (or a 20-minute walk/10-minute cycle), a state-of-the-art gym and spin studio, a games room, a coffee bar, an entire amenity block called Hox Haus, and free car parking, it is designed specifically around the Royal Holloway student experience. Heathrow Airport is only 20 minutes away, ideal for international students. This guide covers the rooms, amenities, location, the honest picture and who Hox Park suits.
Hox Park Egham room types
| Room type | Description |
| Classic En-Suite | En-suite room in shared flat, shared kitchen |
| En-Suite Plus | Larger en-suite in shared flat |
| Classic Studio | Self-contained studio with private kitchen |
| Premium Studio / Premium Plus Studio | Larger studios |
| Luxury Studio / Luxury Plus Studio | Largest studios, dual occupancy available |
| Luxury Adaptable Studio / Premium Adaptable Studio | Accessible studios with wet rooms |
| 4-Bed Apartment | Shared apartment for groups |
All rooms are fully furnished with all bills included in one single all-inclusive rent, covering Wi-Fi, gym, social events, and the free shuttle bus to campus.
Hox Park amenities: Hox Haus and beyond
Hox Park's standout feature is Hox Haus, a dedicated amenity block few student halls can match:
- State-of-the-art gym and spin studio
- Games room
- Coffee bar for residents
- Social spaces and study areas designed for student life
- Expansive outdoor gardens with seating areas
- Free shuttle bus to Royal Holloway campus (7 minutes)
- Free car parking (first-come, first-served)
- All-inclusive billing, one bill covers everything
- On-site team and CCTV
The honest picture
Hox Park's strengths are its dedicated amenity block (Hox Haus), its free shuttle bus to campus, free parking, the strong gym and spin studio, and its genuinely comprehensive all-inclusive billing. Heathrow Airport being 20 minutes away is a real perk for international students. The honest counterpoints: Egham and Englefield Green are small, quieter towns rather than a big city, so nightlife and dining options are more limited than London (Ubers into Egham town cost a few pounds, Windsor is about £12 by Uber); and the 20-minute walk or 7-minute shuttle to campus means you are not right on the doorstep, though the free shuttle makes this painless.
Conclusion
Hox Park is the natural accommodation choice for Royal Holloway students, with its free shuttle to campus, strong amenity block, free parking and Heathrow proximity making it especially appealing to international students and those with cars. For students who want a quieter, greener setting with everything included in one bill, it delivers exactly that.
FAQs
Q: Where is Hox Park in Egham?
A: At Hox Park Drive, Englefield Green, Egham TW20 0GP, with a free 7-minute shuttle bus to the Royal Holloway campus or a 20-minute walk.
Q: Does Hox Park have a free shuttle to Royal Holloway?
A: Yes, a free shuttle bus runs to the Royal Holloway campus in about 7 minutes, or you can walk in 20 minutes or cycle in about 10 minutes.
Q: Is there free parking at Hox Park?
A: Yes, free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis, a rare perk for student accommodation.
Q: What is Hox Haus?
A: Hox Haus is Hox Park's dedicated amenity block, housing the gym, spin studio, games room, coffee bar and social spaces, all included in your rent.
Q: Is Hox Park good for international students?
A: Yes, Heathrow Airport is only 20 minutes away, Here Students is international-friendly (available on WeChat), and all-inclusive billing makes budgeting simple.
