Summer / Short-term housing

UM student residences provide on-campus living if you're looking for a place all summer, or want to rent a room for a shorter stay. The University also has a guest apartment, and summer guest suites, so visitors can be close to the action on the Fort Garry campus.

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For students who want to live on the UM Fort Garry campus there are three types of accommodations: the Arthur V. Mauro Residence (AVM) with suite-style rooms, the Pembina Hall Residence (PHR) with private washrooms and the dormitory-style residence at both University College and Mary Speechly Hall.

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If you want to live on campus over the summer or stay for a short period at any time
of the year, there are several options to consider:

Staying on campus 29 days or less

From early May until mid-August of each year, the residences are open for short stays of 29 days or less for those who would like to stay on campus during the summer months. Summer rooms are also available for conference and group accommodation.

Two types of rooms are available in residences on the Fort Garry campus:

  • Suite-style rooms at Arthur V. Mauro Residence (AVM)
  • Dormitory-style rooms at Mary Speechly Hall (MSH)

Applications for short stays in the summer will be available on this site as of January 1 of the upcoming year. For more information or advanced reservations please contact the Office Manager at: 204-474-6404 or conference.residence@umanitoba.ca.

Suite-Style - Arthur V. Mauro Residence
One bedroom (double bed), in a two bedroom suite: $75* per night
Single or double occupancy
Total with taxes: $87.94 per night

All bedding, towels, and facecloths supplied. Daily housekeeping service is provided.

Two bedroom suite: $150* per night
Single or double occupancy per bedroom
Total with taxes: $175.88 per night

All bedding, towels, and facecloths supplied. Daily housekeeping service is provided.

Dormitory-Style - Mary Speechly Hall
Single or double occupancy: $48* per night.
Total with taxes: $56.28 per night

All bedding, towels, and facecloths supplied. Daily housekeeping service is provided.

*All rates are subject to 7% PST, 5% GST and a 5% Accommodation Tax.

Rates are set for the current year, and are subject to change for subsequent years. 

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Summer leases of 30 days or more

There are three different types of rooms to choose from for summer lease.  They are:

Suite-style (two bedroom) —Arthur V. Mauro Residence
Monthly (no taxes): linen and daily housekeeping not provided
One bedroom: $625 (for single occupancy) / $312.50 for August 1 to 15

Rooms with private washrooms—Pembina Hall Residence
Monthly (no taxes): linen and daily housekeeping not provided
One bedroom: $625 (for single occupancy) / $312.50 for August 1 to 15

Dormitory style - University College Residence
Monthly (no taxes): linen and daily housekeeping not provided
Single: $525 / 262.50 for August 1 to 15
Double: $380 / $190 for August 1 to 15

Summer monthly contract dates run from the 1st to the 30th or 31st of each month, with the exception of August.  No pro-rated amounts.  Cancellations must be submitted by e-mail at least 14 days prior to your stated departure date.  Late cancellations are subject to a $150 late fee.  All notices to cancel your summer lease must be e-mailed to summer.residence@umanitoba.ca

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Conferences and groups

UM residences are open for conference and group accommodation from early May until mid-August each year. We also offer short stays (29 days or less) for those not affiliated with conferences or groups, but who would like to stay on campus during the summer months.

Rooms are available in three types of residences on the Fort Garry campus:

Suite-Style - Arthur V. Mauro Residence (AVM)
Room with Private Washroom - Pembina Hall Residence (PHR)
Dormitory-Style - Mary Speechly Hall (MSH)

2020 Summer Rates for Conference Guests

Suite-Style - Arthur V. Mauro Residence

One bedroom (double bed), in a two-bedroom suite: $75* per night
Single or double occupancy
Total with taxes: $87.94 per night

Two bedroom suite: $150* per night
Single or double occupancy per bedroom
Total with taxes: $175.88 per night

Room with Private Washroom - Pembina Hall Residence

Single (One single bed): $75* per night
Single occupancy only
Total with taxes: $87.94 per night

Dormitory-Style - Groups - Mary Speechly Hall / University College

$48* per person per night
Single or double occupancy
Total with taxes: $56.28 per night

*All rates are subject to 7% PST, 5% GST and a 5% Accommodation Tax.

Rates are set for the current year, and are subject to change for subsequent years.

2020 Summer meal rates* (for conference group bookings only)

  • Hot Breakfast: $12
  • Lunch: $15
  • Dinner: $19

Total /Day: $46 plus taxes** (Please note groups with less than 50 guests will be charged a $25 supervisory fee)

Saturday/Sunday meals include brunch and dinner. Brunch is served during the standard lunch period and is at the lunch cost. Large groups may request full meal service on weekends.

* Above rates applicable to Pembina Hall Dining Room only.

** All meals are subject to 7% PST and 5% GST. Rates are subject to change.  For additional information on Conference Meals please contact Conference and Catering Services at 204-474-9394.

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The University College Residence guest apartment

The University College Residence Guest Apartment is available year-round to faculty, staff, or visitors and can be rented by the day, week or month.

The University College Residence Guest Apartment is a one-bedroom apartment (approx. 550 sq. ft.) furnished with a queen size bed, sofa and armchair, coffee table, dining room table and chairs, small writing desk and dressers. It has a private washroom.

The apartment is located in the University College Residence on a separate floor from the residence students and has a private entrance and small patio.

Guests are provided with a fully-furnished kitchenette, iron and ironing board. Bed linens and towels are provided. Wireless internet, cable TV, and local phone service are included and guests can use a calling card to make long distance calls. Laundry facilities are located on the floor below.

There is a canteen in University College for light meals during the day. (may not be open during summer or holidays). A security guard is on duty from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. each night.

UM Summer Accommodations Coordinator
101 Arthur V. Mauro Residence
120 Dafoe Rd.
Winnipeg, MB R3T 6B3
phone: 204-480-1415
fax: 204-474-7662
email: summer_accommodations@umanitoba.ca

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