Discover the best housing options, read reviews from those who've already done this exchange, and connect with peers from universities worldwide!
Discover the best housing options, read reviews from those who've already done this exchange, and connect with peers from universities worldwide!
Alice
From: Université Catholique de Lille - FGES
To: Tec de Monterrey
2025 • Fall
For the transports, It's really not advisable to take public transportation. Use Uber or Didi instead, which are very inexpensive. For the cost of living, I…..
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
Around 500€ per month with the charges
Where was it located?
15 min from the school in walk
How can someone find this place?
The landlord’s number
Would you recommend it?
Yes! I highly recommend it. It was a fairly large house with 3 bedrooms. It was very well equipped and comfortable with plenty of space and a terrace. The la flores were very nice and help full. If I have to stay more time I wouldn’t hesitate to keep this house.
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
There are lots of options for parties. Every wednesdays there was a before in Mercado Revolucion (a space mainly for international students but every people is welcomed) and then an after at the Normal, a nightclub. It was very great but you have lots of other options to going out. The Strana and the Empire are my favorite after the Normal.
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
I am in International Business and when I realized my courses sélection I took some courses of another career like « introduction to econometrics » and « organizational business processes ». I didn’t recommend these courses if you are not in engineer because it was very difficult with strong bases. The other courses were very good. I recommend taking « Strategy and talent ».
Do you have some tips?
Yesss! The campus of Monterrey is amazing. There are lot of space, animals, greenery and that makes the expérience very comfortable and pleasant. There are also lots of animations and activités organised during the semester and that is pretty. You have also access to lots of space for doing sport for free. The registration is pretty easy, just make sure to meet the deadlines and be carefull with the course sélection. You have to be connected on time to have you desired courses. I stay for one year and I decided to change of campus to discover other things but I really recommend the one of Monterrey!
Best trips to do?
I think Monterrey has not the best localisation for travelling but there are lots of opportunities. Even in the city you can go for lots of hikings that are very good like « Cerro de la Silla ». It is wonderfull !! My favorite travelling was in Puerto Vallarta. Taking flights is very easy there are lots of flights availiable. I advice you to anticipate your travels and don’t miss the check-in…
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Monterrey?
For the transports, It's really not advisable to take public transportation. Use Uber or Didi instead, which are very inexpensive. For the cost of living, I find that groceries are quite expensive. Keep in mind that Monterrey is a very developed city, and therefore some prices are high compared to other Mexican cities. However, there are many activities with very reasonable prices (cinema, bowling, etc.). If you want to order food, I recommend Rappi and for the flights, trip.com. I think it's important to get moving and do activities, go out, etc. to make the most of the experience! And above all, don't hesitate to reach out to others! Mexicans are incredibly welcoming.
Ombeline
From: Strate école de design
To: UDEM
2025 • Fall
you do everything by taxi everything is fare away. It’s quite expensive for Mexico. The night life is really cool. The barrio antigo it’s really nice to take…..
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
700
Where was it located?
Next to the university of technologico de Monterrey
How can someone find this place?
Airbnb or by agences of the city
Would you recommend it?
Yes because my roommates are my friends now it’s very confortable with a big rooftop and every room has its own bathroom and it’s more easy to make friends and meet people (we were 18 in the casa)
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Mercado every Wednesday next to the casa, the Normal, panorama, Cosmo, Strana are good clubs
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Marketing and medicos impresos y digitales not 2d animation or storyboard
Do you have some tips?
Yeah the campus is cool and you can choose your classes and their hours. Yes but the university of tec it’s better and the localisation it’s better
Best trips to do?
La Paz in baba California, puerto Escondido y Oaxaca, unites states with San Antonio in Texas, Mexico, Yucatan ( not cancun or tulum but holbox, Islas libérés, Cozumel, Valladolid, Merida )
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Monterrey?
you do everything by taxi everything is fare away. It’s quite expensive for Mexico. The night life is really cool. The barrio antigo it’s really nice to take drinks or walk. You have a lot of hikes to do it’s beautiful.
Villas tec it’s a big residence with apartments of 4 people if you are at tec it’s really cool you have a lot of students. My casa casa curie it’s really cool with the 18th people. And travel a lot when you can.
Kyllians
From: ECE Paris, Ecole Centrale d'Electronique
To: Tecnologico de Monterrey
2025 • Fall
Definitively NOT! It's cheap but doesn't worth it! You can not invite anyone, share your room with someone else... (I knew about that) and Mexicans are really…..
What kind of place was it?
Student Residence
How much was the rent per month?
8500mxn (400USD) with ResidenciasTec (i dont recommend)
Where was it located?
It was very close to Tec (university) like 7min by walking! In a safe place, close to restaurants and shops/groceries
How can someone find this place?
ResidenciasTec are the student residences of the university... They will know about it when they will be accepted by the Tec
Would you recommend it?
Definitively NOT! It's cheap but doesn't worth it! You can not invite anyone, share your room with someone else... (I knew about that) and Mexicans are really dirties I would definitevly recommend to go in VILLAS TEC! or an Airbnb close to Tec.. Honestly, the only two reason why I don't recommend are : - You are a foreigner.. You are going to have a lot of success with mexican girls/guys... If you live in ResidenciasTec, I will never be able to invite your girls, flirts, dates.. in your place... So think about it, if you want to have some experiences with latinas/latinos (really easy here) - I thought by being in the university student residences I would speak a lot with others and make me some friends, but not really, not that much... The only reason why I would recommend is because it's cheap and close to Tec...
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Wowww I will miss it so much ahah It's so amazing.. so many parties, nightclubs, bars, fiestas latinas in Barrio Antiguo... BUT don't make the same mistake than me: as soon as possible, from the beginning, make you some international friends, as you they are all looking for travelling and partying... (don't favour Mexicans because they NEVER hang out) There are a lot of amazing parties on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday... A really recommend you to go in Barrio Antiguo for latina's culture, latina's musics and danses... on each Wednesday there is an event named GoodLife (they have a whatsapp group) ALSO travel a lot!! and discover the areas of Monterrey: Saltillo, Santiago, Cuatro CIenegas..
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
N/A
Do you have some tips?
Campus is amazing! Registration is quite easy, and university is excellent
Best trips to do?
All Mexico! Mexico city, Puebla, Chihuahua, Sonora, Oaxaca, Guadalajara, Merida, Valladolid, Holbox, Cancun, Tulum, Saltillo, Santiago, Cuatro Cienegas...
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Monterrey?
N/A
N/A
Sixtine
From: Erasmus University Rotterdam
To: UDEM
2025 • Fall
I would definitely recommend going for residences near TEC, there are some great ones for the same price I paid, that have more amenities!Also, living near TEC…..
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
500
Where was it located?
In zona tec, close to the student life
How can someone find this place?
Facebook and Whatsapp, or visiting the streets directly
Would you recommend it?
I would definitely recommend going for residences near TEC, there are some great ones for the same price I paid, that have more amenities!Also, living near TEC while being at UDEM was both something great and a bit stupid. There are more people to meet at TEC, and campus which I was lucky to have access to thanks to my TEC friends was better overall but I was never with UDEM people, and it was a 20 euro budget each week to go to UDEM by Uber
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Barrio Antiguo is sick if you like more techno hous emusic, and if you are more into commercial: the Normal, Cosmo and the Empire are the ones people go to.
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
I recommend at UDEM taking the spanish and Vida y cultura in Mexico if you just want to chill, go on travels, do nothing. INteresting courses are Seminar on NOrth America to learn about the country.
Do you have some tips?
Campus was cool, but for comparing with TEC, there is less amenities like no swimming pool for ex.
Best trips to do?
Monterrey is central to lots of cities, so there are always some direct travels from monterrey. I loved Puerto escondido!
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Monterrey?
There is nothing to do in Monterrey, this is why I havent enjoyed it that much, except mountains (there are a lot and insane landscapes), partying, doing sports at Uni, and meeting nice people
Loane
From: Neoma BS
To: UDEM
2025 • Fall
It's 3 houses together, each for 5 people, so we are 15. It can be loud if you roomate like to party on the terasse, but we have common space, each has its own…..
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
320 euros
Where was it located?
In La Fama, 15 min walking from the uni
How can someone find this place?
Weliv / +52 1 81 1631 1501
Would you recommend it?
It's 3 houses together, each for 5 people, so we are 15. It can be loud if you roomate like to party on the terasse, but we have common space, each has its own bathroom. It's close from the uni (15 min walking) and from the supermarket (10 min).
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
We have few clubs that are our go-to : Cosmo, The Normal, Panorama, etc. Everything is far so we have to take uber (10-15 min driving).
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
There are plenty of classes in spanish, but few in english. For most of the classes, it is easy enough if you work a little bit. We have a lot of homework (that don't especially take time), and 3 partial exams.
Do you have some tips?
The campus is large, reminds me of an american campus a bit. Registration was easy. The uni is fine
Best trips to do?
You have to take the plane to go anywere, mostly with a transit in Mexico City or Guadalajara. We loved La Paz (Bass California), Puerto Escondido, the Yucatan peninsule, and Guatemala
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Monterrey?
Thereis not much to see in the city, it is very recent and a lot for industry : business. There is only few street that are old (Barrio Antiguo). Perfect for hiking, the city is surrounded by the mountains.
Mathilde
From: IESEG Paris
To: UDEM
2025 • Fall
We traveled a lot here. Our best destination was Isla Holbox which is near Cancun ! We also did Baja california, isla mujeres, playa del carmen, Puerto…..
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
320 (rent going up for next semester)
Where was it located?
La Fama, 10min walk from UDEM
How can someone find this place?
Through contact by Studcasa Michell
Would you recommend it?
I would definitely recommend. We live near the owner who was extremely helpful whenever we needed something. House is very big, has a pool ! The location is good and we had very nice rooms.
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Clubs : Normal, Cosmo, BYU Events : any event organized by ILINK which is the schools party organizer ( white party, pool party, mexican party)
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
I recommend Sales Intelligence, the teacher was very fun and the course was interactive. I also recommend Leadership in organizations as it is very interesting. I wouldn’t recommend as much International negotiations as I wasn’t a fan of the teacher.
Do you have some tips?
Campus is great ! A lot of restaurants (subway, starbucks, tim hortons, many others) Gym is very nice with a great view. I would definitely pick the same uni again !
Best trips to do?
We traveled a lot here. Our best destination was Isla Holbox which is near Cancun ! We also did Baja california, isla mujeres, playa del carmen, Puerto Vallarta. The flights are cheap if you look a bit in advance and don’t hesitate to use the buses like ADO to travel( very confortable and cheap)
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Monterrey?
Transport mainly Uber it’s very cheap and easy ! San Pedro is the « safest » neighborhood with all the bars and Clubs. You should visit Bario Antiguo very nice and pretty with bars too. Monterrey is a huge city so you don’t walk much and there can be some traffic around peak hours
Baptiste
From: IESEG Paris
To: Tecnologico de monterrey
2025 • Fall
a lot in monterrey especially clubs in san pedro..
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
410
Where was it located?
in roma neighbourhood near the tec
How can someone find this place?
website link
Would you recommend it?
yeah
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
a lot in monterrey especially clubs in san pedro
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
i only have chill class
Do you have some tips?
campus is amazing we can do every sports
Best trips to do?
yucatan, puerto escondido, la paz, los cabos
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Monterrey?
no much things
no it is ok they will enjoy a lotttttttttt for sure
Kaspar
From: EMLV
To: UDEM
2024 • Fall
From Monterrey u can go everywhere in Mexico, sometimes an escale in Mexico or Guadalajara but it's fine, and with the schedule of UDEM u have time for travel…..
What kind of place was it?
Classic Apartment
How much was the rent per month?
500 euros/month
Where was it located?
San Pedro Garza Garcia
How can someone find this place?
Airbnb I guess but for us it was because we knew some Mexican
Would you recommend it?
Yes
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Strana, TOTO, Cosmo, The Six
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Sales
Do you have some tips?
Campus huge and with lot of football and tennis court, with some food
Best trips to do?
From Monterrey u can go everywhere in Mexico, sometimes an escale in Mexico or Guadalajara but it's fine, and with the schedule of UDEM u have time for travel a lot
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Monterrey?
Huge city lot of thing to do, but the transports are bad one of the best option is uber so..
download didi for food and transport
Waëlle
From: EMLV
To: UDEM
2024 • Fall
There is very few public transportation, I used Uber because it was not so expensive. Obviously public transportation is cheaper, much cheaper but it’s also…..
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
Around 450€/month
Where was it located?
In San Pedro Garza Garcia, 20 minutes away from UDEM by walking
How can someone find this place?
Airbnb - Elisa Benavides
Would you recommend it?
It was nice because we were 6 girls doing our exchange semester and 5 of us were doing it at UDEM. But the house has a potential of being more welcoming and clean.
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
There were some parties for the independance day in Plaza Juarez
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Spanish classes, Leadership in Organisations
Do you have some tips?
The campus is so lovely and big, I would definitely pick the same uni again
Best trips to do?
I went to Guadalajara and paid my flight one week before going there. It costed me 200€ round trip. It was incredible
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Monterrey?
There is very few public transportation, I used Uber because it was not so expensive. Obviously public transportation is cheaper, much cheaper but it’s also very long. The center of Monterrey is very cool, there are the 3 museums, the markets on Sundays
Enjoy !
Jean
From: Kedge Business school
To: Tec de Monterrey
2025 • Fall
3 semaine de vacance pendant le semestre avec un aéroport qui donne accès a beaucoup de destination..
What kind of place was it?
Coliving / Shared House
How much was the rent per month?
400€
Where was it located?
10 minutes a pieds du campus
How can someone find this place?
Groupe de l’échange universitaire
Would you recommend it?
Il existe des appartements dans des résidences appelé villas tec et torres tec
What are some top bars, clubs, or events you recommend?
Pas vraiment qui ce démarque, le barrio antiguao par exemple
Which classes do you recommend… or not?
Pas vraiment de classe que je recommande
Do you have some tips?
Campus enorme avec beaucoup de service disponible sur le campus directement
Best trips to do?
3 semaine de vacance pendant le semestre avec un aéroport qui donne accès a beaucoup de destination
What do you absolutely need to know to live your best life in Monterrey?
Le prix des courses est sensiblement le même prix que en France
