Colombo Hall , Te Hōro o Colombo

Enjoy modern living in our fully furnished, large single private rooms.

Here's what you can expect in each room:

• King single bed – rest comfortably on a spacious king single bed, complete with a mattress and mattress protector for a good night's sleep.
• A dish pack containing:
  • 4-piece crockery set – dinner plate, side plate, large cereal bowl, small cereal bowl
  • Coffee mug and tumbler
  • 4-piece cutlery set – table knife, table fork, dessert spoon and teaspoon.
• Study area – study from the comfort of your own room. Your room includes a designated study desk, chair and desk light.
• Shelf, pinboard and wardrobe with a mirror – you will have plenty of storage space for your clothes, books and personal items.
• Heater, carpet and curtains – for a cosy and comfortable living environment year-round.
• Privacy and security – enjoy peace of mind with a lockable door, ensuring privacy and security for each resident.

At Massey, we promote autonomy and independence in maintaining a tidy and organised living space. You are responsible for cleaning your own room.

By bringing along these essential items, you'll be well-prepared for your stay in Colombo Hall and will settle in comfortably from day one.

• Bedding and towels – ensure a comfortable sleep by bringing your own bedding, including sheets, blankets and pillows. Don't forget to pack towels for personal use.
• Clothing hangers – keep your wardrobe organised with clothing hangers for hanging clothes in your wardrobe.
• Toiletries and toiletries bag – bring along your toiletries, such as toothpaste, shampoo and soap, and store them in a toiletries bag for easy access.
• Laundry basket – stay organized with a laundry basket for collecting dirty clothes and transporting them to the laundry facilities.
• Laundry powder – stock up on laundry powder to keep your clothes clean and fresh throughout your stay.
• Cleaning products – keep your living space tidy by bringing cleaning products such as surface cleaner and wipes.
• 3M hooks or blu tac – if you wish to hang anything on your wall (no tape, nails or screws allowed).

Optional

• Electric fan – while each room has an opening window, you may also wish to bring an electric fan to cool your room during the summer months.
• Small fridge – consider bringing a small fridge with a capacity of around 47L to store snacks and beverages. Remember to place it on a waterproof mat to prevent damage to the floor.

Colombo Hall has a shared bathroom with showers, toilets and sinks on each floor, as well as female-only bathrooms in two wings. Bathrooms have shower cubicles with lockable doors.

If you are living in Colombo Hall, you'll get daily meals in the dining hall or via our Time2Eat app.

Your meal plan provides you with 2 meals each day:

• Monday to Friday – lunch and dinner
• Saturday and Sunday – brunch and dinner

Dining hall

You will find the dining hall at the Student Centre on the main concourse. The dining hall offers a range of food choices which change daily to keep meals exciting and nutritious. Use your student ID card to receive your meals.

Time2Eat app

You don't always have to take your meals in the dining hall. If you feel like a takeaway, you can download the Time2Eat app on your device:

• View the daily menu
• Order takeaway meals
• Give us feedback on your dining experience.

Our meal plan and dining services are designed to ensure you have access to meals throughout your stay, making your life easier and more enjoyable.

Colombo Hall has a common lounge with TV, sofas, games and 2 kitchens.

There is also plenty of communal outdoor space in a park-like setting.

Social hubs

At Massey Halls Manawatū, Kānuka and Karaka are shared community spaces for all our residents designed to support different needs and energy levels. Together, they provide inclusive spaces for residents to connect, recharge and thrive.

• Kānuka – a vibrant, high-energy hub with games, entertainment and space for social gatherings.
• Karaka – a calm, low-sensory space for study, rest and quiet connection.

Laundry facilities

There is a communal laundry accessible 24/7.

• Washing machines – $3 per wash
• Dryers – select your own cycle:
  • $1 – 20 mins
  • $2 – 40 mins
  • $3 – 60 mins

The pricing for Colombo Hall is as follows.

Payment options

• Full pre-payment – Pay your entire accommodation fees in one payment, either by semester or for the full year.
• Semester payments – Pay your accommodation fees in two instalments, one prior to the start of each semester.
• Weekly payments (domestic students only) – Domestic students may choose to pay via direct debit, with an advance payment followed by weekly instalments.

When your application for accommodation is successful, you will receive an official offer. To secure your place in the halls, you must:

• Pay the required deposit
• Complete and return the Residential Agreement.

Both must be completed by the offer expiry date stated in your offer letter.

Please note: this deposit is in addition to your Accommodation Fees.

Payment process

Payment methods and deadlines will be outlined in your offer letter.

Once your deposit has been received and processed, you will receive:

• a confirmation of place
• your Accommodation Fees invoice
• further instructions about move-in dates and procedures.

To secure a refund of the bond, mattress protector and activity fee, you must cancel in writing before the specified deadline. The processing fee is non-refundable and will not be included in the refund amount.

Withdrawal deadline

• Returning halls residents – cancellations must be received by 1 December 2025.
• New halls residents – cancellations must be received by 23 January 2026.