261a City Road, Islington, London, EC1V 1AH, United Kingdom
#313 of 1,056 B&Bs and inns in London
Guests' ChoiceBased on 91 hotel reviews
7.6Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Location
8.7
Facilities
8.3
Staff
7.9
Value for money
7.9
Free Wifi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: November 15, 2024
Jun
United KingdomWhat I didn't particularly like was the "No Wearing Shoes in the Room" rule. For safety reasons, I keep my shoes in the room, which might lead to misunderstandings with other flatmates who see me wearing them into the room. I have a few humble suggestions for the owner: 1. Provide two shoe racks, one empty rack for guests to store their outdoor shoes and another with indoor slippers for guests to use within the apartment; OR 2. Create a small designated space outside the room, approximately the size of three floor tiles, where guests can leave their outdoor shoes before entering the room and switching to indoor slippers stored in the wardrobe; OR 3. Offer a small door mat for placing outdoor shoes and ensure indoor slippers are provided for use inside the room.
What I appreciated most were the peaceful environment and the clean facilities. The bed was incredibly soft, when I first sat on it, it felt like sinking into a cloud. However, it turned out to be extremely comfortable, and I had one of the best nights of sleep I've ever had. The instructions for collecting the room keys and finding the accommodation were clear and easy to follow. Google Maps was particularly helpful in locating the key collection point and the accommodation itself. The location is very convenient, being close to King's Cross Station and well-connected by bus. It’s also within easy reach of restaurants, convenience stores like Co-op and Tesco Express, and popular tourist destinations. All in all, I highly recommend this beautiful accommodation at central London, by the way, you will be fine if you plan well!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: October 24, 2024
Rahand
United KingdomShare bathroom
View
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: July 19, 2024
Nathan
United KingdomIts a shared apartment so you are there with strangers. The common area is the kitchen. We got back at 11.30pm on a Saturday and were talking in the kitchen and a man came out from behind a plastic wall asking us to stop talking, which we did. Just something to consider.
Location great. Room lovely.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 5, 2024
Daria
United KingdomIt was kind of hard to get into the house, and finding the location to pick up the keys.
The room was clean and tidy, the surrounding area was also nice. It is not far from the tube station.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: July 1, 2024
Stephen
United KingdomCentral location, great price, easy instruction to access the apartment.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 17, 2024
Carrie
United KingdomThe organisation and communication around getting the keys was late and a little frustrating. Otherwise all good.
Very clean, organised, perfect for a short stay in central London between Old Street and Angel.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 15, 2024
Kaori
JapanThe bed linen. When I peeled top layer, there are many small hairs inside on bed sheet, maybe it wasn’t cleaned properly… Except the linen, other part of facility was clean. Also the wall wasn’t so thick between rooms and living room for my room, with partition (with lock) so I heard other people in the room talking loudly in middle of night that woke me up.
Property was just a few minutes from a bus stop, and around 10mins to King’s cross station so it was convenient. Have all basic necessities like electric kettle, cup, tea, coffee, cutlery, fridge etc. modern and clean apartment in a safe location.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 11, 2024
Chin
United KingdomThe bed and pillows are not that comfortable
It’s clean
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 3, 2024
Sheela
MalaysiaKey collection too far from property
Comfortable and clean
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: June 2, 2024
Daniel
United KingdomThere was a group of chavs outside the building not so late night. I don't mind them, however, I would be concerned if I was a solo female traveler
The location is fine. It's only a short 10 minute walk from Angel station. The place is spotless and very comfy. Setting the right temperature for the shower requires precise skills however once you figure it out it's spot on.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 14, 2024
Saleh
United KingdomMy only grope was that duvet was perhaps too thick for this time of year
room, comfy bed, space, view
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 29, 2024
Mathilde
FranceGood bed and easy access with the informations the host gave us per message
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 28, 2024
Galimova
United KingdomIf you are choosing the smallest room in the property you should know that one of its walls is like a foldable shirm which means that you'll be able to hear EVERYTHING. Plus getting in and out of the room was a little annoying. Our neighbors were respectful, so it was an issue on this occasion. The ventilation in the bathroom looked minging and definitely needs a change of filter or smth.
The place was clean, instructions for access were clear and straightforward
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 15, 2024
Sarah
United KingdomOther guests weren't always considerate of others. It was good overall. One room was having a small party it didn't last long and they went out.
Great space and facilities useful when needing a quick London pit stop.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 13, 2024
Lale
United KingdomPossibly my mistake, however when I looked it appeared to be one whole apartment we were booking, however there are 3 different rooms within the apartment shared with other people. Luckily there was a bathroom within our room as I would not have liked sharing a bathroom with other random people. Additionally the curtain in the bedroom didn’t fully close so there was a whole window open for people to see in/light to come in. Additionally you collect your keys from an off license and the people in there were rude and hardly spoke! Was a very strange place to collect keys from
The apartment was clean and the beds were very comfy. The location was good and the views were good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: March 15, 2024
Matthew
United KingdomPillow were terrible - genuinely the worse I think I've ever experienced in a hotel anywhere.
Room was a decent size, shower was good.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: December 7, 2023
Caterina
ItalyThe air conditioning was really hot and we couldn’t turn it off (only the small one in the room). Although it is very nice to wake up and go to bed in a place so warm, please make the Earth a favour and keep the air conditioning a bit less hot :)
The flat is really clean and the building is safe. It is not far away from bus and metro station. It is a good option for your stay in London.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: July 19, 2023
Paul
South AfricaThe shower was stuck with hot water only, despite setting it to the coldest setting.
The flat was very well finished, with everything that I needed, and was spotless. The location was great, with good views of the canal. The host was very friendly, and responded to messages swiftly.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 14, 2023
Donna
United KingdomWould have liked the tea/coffee etc to be left on show as I felt uncomfortable going through the cupboards to look for them. The lock on the door to my room didn’t feel very secure.
Great communication from the owner. Excellent shower. The complimentary basket of nibbles was a nice touch.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 1, 2023
Laura
United KingdomLovely host, plush carpet, thoughtful welcome basket, great location, all round GREAT
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: June 8, 2023
Jonathan
United KingdomMY ROOM WAS THE TV ROOM, NO LOCK ON DOOR/DIVIDER, ALSO A MINOR, DULL, CONTINUOUS DRONING SOUND COMING FROM THE AIRCOM IN MY (TV) ROOM. I WAS NOT EXPECTING THIS KIND OF ROOM, BUT IF I HAD STUDIED THE PHOTO IMAGES, I MAY HAVE WORKED IT OUT? I DID OVER HEAR ONE OF THE OTHER GUESTS SAY 'IS THAT ANOTHER ROOM FOR US TO CHECK OUT', PERHAPS A LARGE, CLEAR SIGN STATING THAT THE TV ROOM IS SOMEBODIES BEDROOM?
LOCATION IS EXCELLENT. BIG TV IN MY ROOM, ALTHOUGH I DID NOT USE IT, I MAY HAVE FOUND THIS A USEFUL DISTRACTION.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 31, 2023
Robert
United Kingdomnothing
modern, clean, well organised.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 27, 2023
Sophie
United Kingdomsuper clean and space
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: April 14, 2023
Bart
United KingdomView from the picture it’s available from the kitchen window not the bedroom window I’m afraid only. Broadband was completely useless… We are must using our own mobile data all the time.
Everything was really clean. Owner was was very nice and helpful.
Stayed in April 2023
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