Stride or Y.X
Comparing Y.X with Stride for student accommodation in Hong Kong? Here is how the two stack up for students in Wong Chuk Hang and across Hong Kong Island.
In short
Stride is student co-living in Wong Chuk Hang, on the south side of Hong Kong Island. It is a genuine two minute walk from Wong Chuk Hang MTR, then minutes to HKU, PolyU, CityU, HKAPA, HKBU and HKMU. Every room is fully furnished, weekly cleaning is included, and the essentials are bundled into one all-in monthly price from HK$8,201, so there are no surprise bills.
By comparison, Y.X is based in Hung Hom (Kowloon) and Sai Wan (HK Island). The table below compares location, pricing, what is furnished, amenities and community side by side, and the points that follow explain why students still choose Stride.
Both are aimed at students, so the right choice comes down to location, what is included in the price, and the amenities you will actually use every day.
| Feature | Stride 啟程居 | Y.X |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Wong Chuk Hang, south Hong Kong Island | Hung Hom, Kowloon and Sai Wan, HK Island |
| Walk to the MTR | 2 minute walk to Wong Chuk Hang MTR | Y83 about 5 min to MTR; YHill about 3 min to HKU |
| Pricing | One all-in price from HK$8,201 / month | HK$7,600 to HK$15,300/mo, by room type |
| Furnished & ready | Fully furnished, weekly cleaning included | Fully furnished; weekly cleaning |
| Amenities | Study rooms, two fitness zones, music room, kitchen, games lounge, rooftop | Study and co-working rooms, gym, dance studio, music room, VR zone, lounges (varies by building) |
| Community & events | Full events calendar and social spaces | Community events and a Y.X community platform |
| Who it is for | Purpose-built for students | University students |
This comparison is based on publicly available information and may change over time. Please confirm current details directly with each provider.
Why students choose Stride
Whichever way you compare them, a few things consistently set Stride apart:
- A genuine two minute walk to Wong Chuk Hang MTR, then minutes to HKU, PolyU, CityU, HKAPA and more, so less of your day is spent commuting.
- Move in with just a suitcase: fully furnished rooms, weekly cleaning and one all-in monthly price with no surprise bills.
- Far more than a room: dedicated study zones, two fitness areas, a music room, a games lounge and a rooftop terrace, all in one building.
- A real student community with a full events calendar, plus 24/7 security and hotel-grade fire safety so parents relax too.
About Y.X
A student-accommodation operator with buildings in Hung Hom and Sai Wan. Its flagship Y83 in Hung Hom offers a broad range of shared amenities; rooms are priced by type.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Stride compared with Y.X?
Stride is student co-living in Wong Chuk Hang, on the south side of Hong Kong Island, a two minute walk from Wong Chuk Hang MTR. Y.X is located in Hung Hom (Kowloon) and Sai Wan (HK Island).
What is included in the price at Stride?
Stride charges one all-in monthly price from HK$8,201 that covers a fully furnished room, weekly cleaning, fast Wi-Fi and access to every shared amenity, so there are no surprise bills. For reference, Y.X lists its pricing as: HK$7,600 to HK$15,300/mo, by room type.
Which is better for students, Stride or Y.X?
Both are aimed at students. Stride stands out for its two minute MTR walk in Wong Chuk Hang, its single all-in price, and its amenities: dedicated study rooms, two fitness zones, a music room, a games lounge and a full events calendar. The best fit depends on your campus and budget, which is why it is worth booking a viewing.
How far is Stride from the universities?
Wong Chuk Hang MTR is a two minute walk, with direct links to HKU, PolyU, CityU, HKAPA, HKBU and HKMU, most within about 7 to 20 minutes by MTR or bus.