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Testimonial
I’ve been in Basecamp for three semesters it’s the perfect place to study as a student. It is safe and the facilities are amazing a great place to socialise also during their many events. I plan to stay here for a long time.
10/10
Tana
94% of residents are happy at Xior in Poland
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Getting around Katowice from our dormitory
1 min walk
Restaurant & grocery store
7 min walk
Tram stop
9 min walk
University of Economics
13 min walk
Shopping mall
14 min walk
Silesian Univeristy
Meet the Katowice team
Office Hours
Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 12:00 | 14:00 – 17:00
Closed weekends and public holidays.
Check in 24/7 – please contact +48 607 775 600 when you arrive.
Jakub
Manager
Basecamp by Xior is a place full of energy and amazing people from all over the world. Full of surprises and positive energy. A place offering a lot of possibilities and experiences.
Katarzyna
Assistant Manager
My favourite place at Basecamp by Xior is the games and fun zone. It definitely distinguishes us from other dormitories and shows that living here can be a great break from your studies.
Karol
Assistant Manager
My absolute favourite spot at our property has to be the JustGym, available 24/7. It's not just an amenity; it's a real game-changer for our residents.
Live, study and connect at Basecamp by Xior Katowice
Frequently Asked Questions
The set includes a large frying pan, a broom and a dustpan, a set of knives 3 pcs, a large plate 4 pcs, a dish dryer, a drying tray, a cutting board, 4 glasses, 4 x 4 cutlery set, a cereal bowl 4 pcs, a small frying pan, a deep plate 4 pcs.
Base Relax package comes with a duvet, duvet cover, bed sheet, pillow, pillow cover and bath towel.
Yes, all rooms are fully furnished.
When moving in, you will need to bring your own bedding and towels, as these are not provided. You should also bring your cooking essentials, including pots and pans, crockery, and cutlery for your daily use.
If you’re unsure where to find these items, our local team is happy to help you discover the best deals and nearby shops.
Additionally, you can purchase a bed and kitchen set directly through Basecamp by Xior for added convenience—simply contact your local team for more information
You will also receive detailed move‑in and check‑in instructions a few weeks before your lease begins, which include guidance on key or access collection. Always check this information carefully and reach out to the local team if your arrival time falls outside the standard window.
If you expect to arrive outside office hours, please contact your local team in advance to request approval. They will let you know whether an out‑of‑hours check‑in is possible and explain any additional steps you may need to follow.
If you follow the detailed check-in and move‑in procedure ( sent to you a couple of weeks before the lease start), our local team will be available to assist you during regular office hours.
In general, moving in before your official contract start date is not possible. Your room will only be available from the date stated in your lease agreement.
If you have a special circumstance and need to request an earlier arrival, please contact your local team. They can check availability and let you know whether an early move‑in can be accommodated, though this is not guaranteed.
Your keys or access details are provided according to the move‑in and check‑in instructions you will receive a few weeks before your lease begins.
If you are unable to arrive in person, it may be possible for someone else to collect your keys on your behalf, but this requires prior approval from the Xior local team.
Please contact your city team in advance so they can advise you on the procedure and confirm whether third‑party key collection is allowed at your property.
No, bedding and kitchen items are not included in the room. You will need to bring your own bedding, towels, cookware, crockery, and cutlery. We have a Xior Webshop to buy all your essential items.
All new tenants will receive detailed move‑in and check‑in instructions a few weeks before the start of their lease agreement. This information will explain how to collect your keys or access credentials, as well as any specific procedures for your building.
You may move in any time during office hours starting from the official start date of your contract. If you expect to arrive outside office hours, please contact the local team in advance to request approval.
You will also receive detailed arrival instructions approximately a few weeks before your tenancy begins.
Yes, you can prolong your stay by a few days or months but it depends on the availability of the room. As soon as you know you want to stay longer ask the local team if the room is free and no one checks in right after your stay. During the academic year our local teams also send residents the extension offers for next semester or academic year.
You can return the key/card to the property office while you are leaving, you can also give it back during the room inspection. Outside the working hours you can leave the key with the Basebuddy on-duty or security guard. Some properties have a special boxes for leaving the key. If you do not return the key/card, the cost will be reduced from your deposit.
Yes, room inspection is obligatory before you leave the property. You need to schedule it with te local team via a special online form or via e-mail.
Before you leave, make sure all your belongings are removed and the room is left clean and in good condition.
To move-out you need to schedule the room inspection during which a member of the local team checks the room for any damages. Make sure the room is clean and empty. Our staff member fills in the report and asks you to sign it. Before you leave the property you need to return the key. You need to check-out before 10 a.m. on the last day of you contract.
You will need to move out before 10 a.m. on the last day of you contract.
Yes, you can move out earlier if you need to, but you remain responsible for paying the rent until the official end date of your contract. Your rental agreement is fixed for the full duration, so moving out does not shorten or cancel the financial commitment.
If your situation changes, feel free to contact the residence team — they can advise you on available options or next steps, but the contractual rent obligation remains in place.
If you do not clean your room properly before you leave, local team will charge you a room cleaning fee. The amount depends on each property but mostly it is around 200PLN, depending on the type and state of the room.
The cancellation policy allows tenants to receive a refund if they cancel at least three months before the start of the Booking Date. Please note that the administrative fee is non‑refundable under all circumstances.
For any other situations, the tenancy agreement remains valid for the full duration of the agreed period, and early termination is not possible, except in exceptional cases. Such cases require Basecamp’ by Xior’s individual assessment and explicit approval.
If the tenancy agreement is terminated due to a breach of contract by the tenant, the tenant may be required to pay a penalty of up to two months’ rent.
A deposit is required when you finalize your reservation. For properties in Poland, the deposit is equivalent to one month rent, and you must also pay the full first month’s rent upfront.
Almost everything. Check the amenities ( gym, social spaces, ..) list under each property
Laundry is available but not included in the monthly rent.
The room rate is all inclusive for all Polish properties, it includes the rent and costs of all utilities (water, electricity and heating).
For properties in Poland, the deposit is equivalent to one month rent.
It’s your responsibility to keep your payments up to date. If a payment fails, please contact our team so we can help you resolve the issue as soon as possible.
In case of emergency please call the property emergency phone number. During the office working hours our local team of Managers will answer the phone, outside the working hours our BaseBuddies will pick up the phone and help you.
It all depends on what needs to be fixed. If the reported issue is easy to solve it will take from 1 to 3 days, but if the situation and the repairment is complicated or we need to order some parts for replacement, it can take longer.
If something breaks in your room you need to notify the local team about it so that they can schedule a maintenance worker to visit your room for the repairment. Some properties have special online form which you need to submit, while others expect you to send an e-mail or come to the office to report the issue.
You shall report it as soon as possible to the local team of Managers, so that they can block the key/card and give you a new one. If it happens outside the office working hours you need to report it to the BaseBuddy or security guard. You will be charged for a new key/card.
Yes, there is a staff on-site 24×7.
Yes, there is a CCTV system in all our properties.
Yes, you can request a room change after moving in. Room changes are only possible within the same room category or by upgrading to a higher type or standard. Downgrades are not allowed. All room changes depend on availability at the property.
Parking is available in some of our residences, for an additional fee.
You can check whether parking is offered at your chosen property on the detailpage of our website. If parking is available, it will be clearly listed among the amenities.
If you do not see any information about parking on the website, this means that parking is not available at that particular building.
Yes, bike storage is available in most of our properties. To be sure, please check the amenities section of the specific student accommodation you are interested in.
Yes! Xior regularly organizes community events designed to help residents connect, relax, and make the most of their student experience. Depending on the residence, these may include social gatherings, welcome drinks, cultural activities, sports events, workshops, and seasonal celebrations. All events are created to foster a sense of community and make it easy to meet new people.
Yes! You are welcome to personalise and decorate your room to make it feel like home. Small decorative items such as photos, plants, posters, cushions, or desk accessories are all perfectly fine. We simply ask that any changes are temporary and do not damage walls, furniture, or fixtures. Permanent alterations — such as repainting, drilling, or removing/adding built‑in elements — aren’t allowed.
If you’re unsure whether something is permitted, your local residence team will be happy to help.
No, pets are not allowed.
Yes. You are welcome to have guests, but please be aware that you are responsible for them at all times.
Basecamp by Xior offers various stay options to suit your needs; however, please note that the minimum stay is one semester. You can find the available contract durations on the page of your desired property. Simply use the booking bar, which will display all available term periods for that location.
Yes. There is a 250 PLN booking fee, which is paid at the moment you decide to book your room.
This booking fee guarantees that a housing unit is reserved for you at the start of the service agreement term. Please note that it is NON-REFUNDABLE under all circumstances.
When finalising your reservation, we require a deposit.
In Poland, 1 month in addition to full payment for the first month. Your deposit will be held until the end of your tenancy. If the room is delivered in the same condition you received it, we will refund the full deposit.
The deposit will be refunded, if applicable, within 30 workingdays from the official tenancy end,
You’ll be able to choose the category you prefer when booking, and we’ll allocate a specific room for you before your arrival. You will immediately be assigned a room from your chosen room category. This will be visible in your account in our reservation system. While we can’t guarantee a particular room, we do our best to accommodate any preferences you share with us.
Basecamp by Xior offers various stay options to suit your needs; however, please note that the minimum stay is one semester. You can find the available contract durations on the page of your desired property. Simply use the booking bar, which will display all available term periods for that location.
Booking a room at Xior is super easy!
Just use the booking bar at the top or bottom of our website:
– Select the city where you’ll be studying
– You’ll then see all the available residences and room types in that city.
– Choose your preferred property and room.
– Fill in your contact details.
And that’s it — your reservation request is on its way!
You’ll need to provide the following:
– A copy of your passport, or a local ID card if you are an EU national
– A university acceptance letter, or a copy of your student card if you’re already enrolled
We open bookings on a rolling basis, and as soon as new dates become available you’ll see them listed on our website. We recommend checking back regularly so you don’t miss newly released availability.
Yes, absolutely — international students are more than welcome at Xior!
With students from around 150 nationalities living across our residences in 8 different countries, Xior offers a truly international environment where you can meet new people, make friends from all over the world, and feel at home from day one.
No — you don’t have to be a full‑time student to live with us.
Both full‑time and part‑time students aged 18 or older are welcome at Xior.
As long as you are enrolled in an accredited study programme (and you have a proof of enrollment), you can book a room and become part of our student community.
Students from all backgrounds are welcome at Xior.
If you are 18 years or older and enrolled in a full‑time or part‑time study programme, you can make a reservation and join our student community at Xior.
