living in a residence is better than a flat - Language

I know because I am living in a residence! when you go to other country I think that is better to live in a residence where you share the kitchen, living.. so you are sharing with other students, you can learn more the language, new cultures, new foods... and of course you get new friends! I am living a good experience! and I am learning much English! but also, it has problem with the cleaning.