Harlan Hall Reviews
UC San Diego Warren College
Reviews Summary
Harlan Hall is not winning any accolades for comfort or convenience. The dorm's cramped rooms are reportedly the smallest on campus, equipped with uncomfortable beds that leave much to be desired. Bathrooms receive heavy criticism, with showers likened to prison facilities and cleanliness comparable to park restrooms. Noise is a significant problem, perpetuated by inconsiderate roommates and the auditory chaos of late-night parties. Privacy is compromised, particularly on the first floor, with thin walls exacerbating the issue. The common areas, including the lounge and laundry room, fall short, offering more heat than amenity. Fire alarms prove troublesome, reacting robustly to warm showers. The absence of a kitchen nudges residents toward costly dining options. An army of rats and poor air quality further detract from the experience, posing health risks. However, despite its shortcomings, students have noted the nearby nature as a slight redeeming factor. In essence, Harlan Hall offers a challenging living situation with little solace for its residents.
Cramped Space
Poor Facilities
Loud Environment
When students lived here
Freshman Year
5
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1 year ago
This dorm is so amazing! I don't even know where to begin! It feels great knowing I have the smallest room on campus with the crappiest bed. The showers came straight from prison. Not to mention, I've seen nicer park bathrooms. I also love not having a kitchen. Really inspires me to go out and eat expensive meals. Our lounge has the budget of a poor African. God forbid you leave the balcony door open for more than 5 minutes as an army of rats will invade the dorm.
Aside from the awful housing conditions Harlan hall attracts the worse kind of people. I can't even sleep without hearing the loud roaring teenagers rage through the hall. My roommate loves to play drums at 2:00 am while everyone wants to go to bed. The laundry room is lik...
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4 years ago
What else can you ask for -- Warren dorms give a classic college experience. My only complaint would be that the halls are the farthest away from the center of campus.
4 years ago
You get your privacy with the single but the walls are thin. Also had a lot of bathroom problems during my time there. Lived on the first floor so not much privacy if the blinds are up.
4 years ago
There was enough dust in the vent to cause significant respiratory issues for my dorm mates and I. It is super isolated from the majority of campus. The fire alarms went off every single time someone took a mildly warm shower. There is not a kitchen. The nature in the surrounding area is nice. Common room sucks. Save yourself the money, grief, and misery by simply not living in the res hall.
4 years ago
The triples were really small and both my roommates spent all their time in there so I hung out on our floor lounge and common area a lot. I totally recommend the dorms for the super fun experience, but if you want a comfy living arrangement I recommend a single ! If you're on the top bunk be careful because you'll end up bumping your head on the ceiling! I have so many bruises on my arms and legs because I bumped into the celing and wall.