McMahon Hall is a dorm that offers a unique cluster layout where you share a bathroom and living space with a small group of roommates, fostering a social atmosphere conducive to making friends. While the building has an old legacy look, it provides stunning views of Mt. Rainier and Lake Washington from balconies. The dorm is lauded for its affordability, convenient location near campus facilities, and the social cluster vibe it promotes. Residents appreciate the ample storage in rooms, private bathrooms, main floor patio, and access to an on-site gym. Custodial staff maintain the cleanliness of shared spaces, including bathrooms. However, some students mention issues like the lack of kitchen facilities, occasional smell in the building, and varying room temperatures. Despite these drawbacks, McMahon Hall stands out for its community feel, proximity to campus amenities, and the opportunity to build friendships within the cluster setting.

The University of Washington is a public research university in Seattle, Washington.

UW dorms come in a few different styles: single, double and triple rooms, suite style rooms, and apartment style rooms. First year students get last priority to choose a room, so they usually occupy the double, triple, and suite style rooms. Upperclassmen usually move off campus or choose to live in the apartment style rooms. There are also two main locations of dorms, West and North campus. When living on campus you are forced to have a dining plan with Housing and Food Services which enables you to eat at the dining halls and other on campus food options.

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