Hayashi is a purpose-built facility completed in 2018 of 16 two-storey townhouses to accommodate individual students and couples in their second year of study and beyond.
Hayashi is located adjacent to Sonoda on the Dovedale campus, approximately 15 minutes' walk to main campus facilities.
Although identical in appearance there are two layouts totalling 90 rooms including 10 self-contained units. One layout contains five rooms on two floors. The second layout contains five rooms plus a self-contained unit. Three townhouses have wheelchair accessible facilities.
Each house offers shared kitchen, living, bathroom, and laundry facilities and is thermally insulated with energy efficient appliances.
Depending on demand, alcohol-free and/or single-gender townhouses are available.
Hayashi virtual tour
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Types of rooms available (NZ$)
| Bed size (number of rooms) | Bathroom options | Rent per week 2026 - 48/52 weeks (NZ$) | Rent 48 weeks 2026 (NZ$) | Rent 52 weeks 2026 (NZ$) | Plus deposit (NZ$)* |
| King single (15) | Shared with one other room (1:2 bathroom ratio) | $307/$289 | $14,736 | $15,028 | $900 |
| Double (3) | Shared with one other room (1:2 bathroom ratio) | $319/$300 | $15,312 | $15,600 | $900 |
| King single (30) | Two bathrooms shared with 4 other rooms (2:5 bathroom ratio) | $295/$278 | $14,160 | $14,456 | $900 |
| Double (20) | Two bathrooms shared with 4 other rooms (2:5 bathroom ratio) | $307/$289 | $14,736 | $15,028 | $900 |
| Double (6) | Ensuite (own bathroom)$331/$312 | $331/$312 | $15,888 | $16,224 | $900 |
| King single (6) | Accessible bathroom shared with one other room (1:2 bathroom ratio) | $307/$289 | $14,736 | $15,028 | $900 |
| Double (10) | Self-contained studio unit (couples only) | $393 | - | $20,436 | $900 |
*$775 for a returner
Students apply for:
Hayashi - Single room (5:2)
Hayashi - Premium single room (2:1)
Hayashi - Double room (single occupancy) (5:2)
Hayashi - Premium double room (single occupancy) (2:1)
Hayashi - Double ensuite room (single occupancy).
Couples apply for the term "Couples/Family Accommodation" and indicate a preference for a "Self-contained studio unit" in the online application form.
As the self-contained units are in high demand, contracts are not able to be extended beyond 52 weeks. Students are required to source accommodation in the private rental market at the end of their contract.
Couples accommodation is prioritised for international students new to New Zealand.
Total Fees
$15,060 - $16,788 (48 weeks) - 2026 Fees
$15,356 - $17,124 (52 weeks) - 2026 Fees
Facilities
- King single and double beds
- Bookshelves
- Wardrobe
- Desk
- Heating
- Shared kitchen with basic essentials
- Living room and dining furniture
- Television
- Shared bathrooms (6 ensuites)
- Shared washing machine and dryer
- Wifi
- Secure bike storage
Internet
Unlimited for UC students - an internet account is activated on acceptance of formal enrolment offer.
Contract dates
Monday 12 January to Monday 14 December 2026 (48 weeks)
Monday 12 January 2026 to Monday 11 January 2027 (52 weeks)
Your residential contract is directly between you and UniLodge. UC is working in partnership with UniLodge on pastoral care services.
Costs (NZ$)
Residential fee
Single room: $14,160 - $15,888 (48 weeks)
Single room: $14,456 - $16,224 (52 weeks)
Contingency fee (refundable)
$300
Administration fee (non-refundable)
$350 ($225 returner)
Resident's association fee
$250
Car parking (optional)
Student permit parking on campus
Bed linen pack (optional)
Available to purchase online
Cutlery/crockery pack (optional)
Available to purchase online
Laundry
Free
Payments and instalment dates (NZ$)
Payment 1 (on acceptance of place)
$900 ($300 contingency fee, $350 administration fee, $250 residential life fee)
$775 returner ($300 contingency fee, $225 administration fee, $250 residential life fee)
Payment 2 (15 January)
48 weeks: $1,180-$1,324 (4 weeks' rent)
52 weeks: $1,112 -$1,248 (4 weeks' rent)
Fortnightly thereafter
48 weeks: $590-$662
52 weeks: $556-$624
Total Fees
$21,336 (2026 Fees)
Facilities
- Double bed
- Bookshelves
- Wardrobe
- Desk
- Heating
- Kitchen with basic essentials
- Living room and dining furniture
- Television
- Own bathroom
- Washing machine and dryer
- Wifi throughout
- Secure bike storage
Internet
Unlimited for UC students - an internet account is activated on acceptance of formal enrolment offer.
Contract dates
12 January, limited availability throughout the year (52 weeks)
Your residential contract is directly between you and UniLodge.
Costs (NZ$)
Self-contained unit - studio (couples only)
Residential fee
$20,436 (52 weeks) - (2026 Fees)
Contingency fee (refundable)
$300
Administration fee (non-refundable)
$350 ($225 returner)
Resident's association fee
$250
Car parking (optional)
Student permit parking on campus
Bed linen pack (optional)
Available to purchase online
Cutlery/crockery pack (optional)
Available to purchase online
Laundry
Free
Payments and instalment dates (NZ$)
Four weeks paid upfront then fortnightly payments thereafter.
More information
Contact us
UniLodge Hayashi
32 Dovedale Avenue
Upper Riccarton, Christchurch 8041
T: +64 (03) 266 0400
E: hayashi@unilodge.co.nz
Statement of intent
"Live the UniLodge Life."
UniLodge has been providing pastoral care for students for over 20 years and our Residential Life Programme aims to foster inclusive communities through a diverse range of events and initiatives to support residents to achieve academic success.
We understand that university is a transformative time in a student’s life, and we build our program around this to inspire development, build lifelong friendships, and support students through any challenges they may encounter.
All of our staff receive training and resources to be able to assist students to access the right support for them, ranging from helping residents adapt to living away from home, accessing financial support, or helping them find a counsellor to talk things through.
UniLodge has strong industry partnerships with universities and other institutions to help students navigate their options, as well as inform them of community-based resources.
Each resident is a unique individual and can expect from UniLodge, an environment that has clear, reasonable and effective practices, and that aligns with the Code of Practice for the Pastoral Care of Domestic Tertiary and International Learners.
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