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The homestay comes with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are featured in the homestay. The property offers river views.

Victoria Park is 5 km from the homestay, while Tower Bridge is 5.1 km away. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 7 km from Phoenix Heights.

Our stay was cozy with a great view of London! Though small (standard for London) but enough space for 2 people. It was very clean and thoughtfully equipped. The location is great. 5 mins to the underground and buses. Located in a safe area and secure building. There is a restaurant next door which is very convenient.

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9
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
US$120
per night

At the homestay, every unit is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a shared bathroom, bed linen and towels. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. All units have a wardrobe.

I was really happy with my stay! My room was small but very cozy. I had everything that I need in my room - including kettle, small fridge, umbrella, power plug adapter and a lot more. Also there was a welcome drink! Breakfast was good, and I very much enjoyed having a coffee in a nice backyard. Shared bathroom did not cause any issue - I had never waited for someone else, and it was very clean. I really felt like I'm at home. Host was very friendly and helpful - thanks Rosy for this experience! There are many shops, cafe's etc in walking distance. No underground. 2 train stations in walking distance. Bus stop is also close but roads a very busy. so better to take train to get to city center.

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9.4
Superb
127 reviews
Price from
US$58
per night

Situated in London, 1.7 km from East Ham and 3.7 km from Barking, Luxurious House near Excel- Air Conditioning, 9 Beds, 2 Baths, Garden, fast WiFi features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This recently renovated guest house is located 6.3 km from West Ham and 7 km from Stratford Tube Station. Guests can make use of a garden.

Sunny Garden perfect to sit, eat or even make your own BBQ/ grill. Quiet rooms that are very spacious and have comfortable beds. Very convenient public transport taking you directly to central London. Andy is great owner. We will be back

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10
Exceptional
123 reviews
Price from
US$1,473
per night

Comfortable Room With Ensuite is located in the Tower Hamlets district of London, less than 1 km from Tower of London, a 8-minute walk from Tower Bridge and 1.2 km from Sky Garden. The property is around 2.9 km from London Bridge, 3 km from St Paul's Cathedral and 4.2 km from Canada Water. Waterloo Station is 5.1 km from the guest house.

easy to find, clean and great area. as a female travelling alone, I am always conscious of the neighboutærhood but felt safe there. And then so close to everything! The Towers, the Dock (what a hidden gem!), amazing eateties. just perfect!

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9.1
Superb
161 reviews
Price from
US$108
per night

Stylish Modern Studio, Mock Georgian House, Heart of Trendy Hackney & London is set in London, 2.9 km from Olympic Stadium and 4.3 km from Brick Lane, in an area where cycling can be enjoyed. The accommodation is 1.3 km from Victoria Park, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi. Paid street parking is also possible on site.

Featuring garden views, the homestay comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a desk and 1 bathroom.

Guests at the homestay can enjoy a continental breakfast.

The room is cozy and warm and the bed is very comfortable. We found a wide variety of food and drinks for breakfast. The bathroom is spacious. The location is very well connected and it is easy to reach places of interest. Lisa is a very kind and helpful host.

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9.2
Superb
123 reviews
Price from
US$215
per night

The homestay consists of 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a living room. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Popular points of interest near the homestay include Buckingham Palace, Victoria Train Station and Banqueting House. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 15 km from BIG BEN'S SHADE.

Fabulous location and a tremendous value. Easy communicating with Edwin. The juice, bread, and jam was a nice little bonus. The washing machine in the unit really came in handy!

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9.1
Superb
114 reviews
Price from
US$355
per night

Harlinger Lodge Annexe is located in the Greenwich district of London, 5.7 km from Blackheath station, 6.5 km from Greenwich Park and 8.2 km from Canary Wharf Underground Station. The guest house, set in a building dating from 1997, is 8.9 km from Canada Water and 9.1 km from West Ham. The property is non-smoking and is situated 5.1 km from O2 Arena.

Gamal and Sally were excellent hosts and I felt at home for my week long stay. The room was tidy and well laid-out. The kitchen had everything I needed to cook meals and extra touches like sensor lighting in the common areas meant it was easy to make my way to my room when coming back late at night.

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9
Superb
263 reviews
Price from
US$101
per night

Located in London, 1 km from Portobello Road Market and 4 km from the centre, The Hayden Pub & Rooms provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a terrace. It is situated 1.3 km from Paddington Station and features a housekeeping service. The guest house features family rooms.

Incredibly friendly and helpful staff. great food in the pub. Clean rooms and very comfortable. Nice breakfast options nearby. short walk to Hyde Park.

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9.3
Superb
617 reviews
Price from
US$223
per night

Boasting garden views, Home In Queen's Park offers accommodation with terrace, around 2.2 km from Portobello Road Market. With city views, this accommodation features a patio. The homestay has private entrance.

Michael was extremely welcoming, now we understand all the amazing reviews that we read before booking this place. We really felt like home, we had access to all facilities, kitchen was well equipped and the terrasse/ patio was perfect for dinner and rest after a long day of walking in the sun. We could not have wished for something better, room was really big and cozy and not too loud even though it was on ground floor and the location was perfect, really close to a great park, restaurants and bus/ subway. Thank you very much for everything and for being so understanding when we had the issue with the credit card, it is always good to have alternatives! Signed, a Romanian and a French living in Ireland

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9.1
Superb
303 reviews
Price from
US$90
per night

Boasting a garden, terrace and views of city, The Brownswood is situated in London, 4.1 km from Wood Green Metro Station. The property is located 4.6 km from Tottenham Hale, 5.4 km from King's Cross Theatre and 5.6 km from Camden Market. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Emirates Stadium is 2.7 km away.

very friendly Lady at the Breakfast! spacious room

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9.4
Superb
586 reviews
Price from
US$206
per night

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  • London Park Haven
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 50 reviews

    Situated within 1.3 km of Paddington Station and 1.5 km of Lord's Cricket Ground in London, London Park Haven features accommodation with seating area.

    Very cosy apartment Super friendly host Quiet Nice location

  • 72QT
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,473 reviews

    Opposite Hyde Park and 3 minutes’ walk from Queensway Underground Station, the 72QT provides cooked breakfasts and easy access to Central London. There is free WiFi throughout.

    I wish I could stay longer. Everything was perfect.

  • Exclusive rooms
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 199 reviews

    Featuring quiet street views, Exclusive rooms is situated in the Southwark district of London, 1.6 km from Canada Water and 3.1 km from Tower Bridge.

    Awesome bathroom with a good shower and a spa bath

  • B&B Belgravia
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,146 reviews

    Set across 3 Georgian buildings, the boutique B&B Belgravia is just a 5-minute walk from Victoria Station. It offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi and free bicycle hire.

    Near to victoria station and restaurant we attended

  • Prime Inn
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,265 reviews

    In a quiet tree-lined avenue in elegant Paddington, Prime Inn is just 500 metres from Paddington Station. The traditional hotel has a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi and on-site parking.

    Exceptional service and friendly staff love to come back

  • Charlie Hotel
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 2,071 reviews

    Charlie's Hotel offers comfortable, budget-priced B&B accommodation in London, not far from Hampstead Heath and Camden Market. Central London is a 10-minute Tube journey away.

    The breakfast was delicious! A good start for the day.

  • Church Street Hotel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,670 reviews

    This Spanish-American-style boutique hotel is in Camberwell, with easy access by bus to central London. It offers free WiFi, an honesty bar and attractive rooms.

    Really nice hotel, really cozy, lovely neighborhood

  • Mentone Hotel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,400 reviews

    Situated in a quiet crescent, this Grade II Listed hotel offers free Wi-Fi within the fashionable Bloomsbury district. King's Cross rail station is just a 5-minute walk away.

    Good location for visiting London or using Euro Star.

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  • 25 Minutes to Central London Rooms 35
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    25 Minutes to Central London Rooms 35 is situated in the Brent district of London, 5.9 km from Portobello Road Market, 6.5 km from Paddington Station and 6.7 km from London Zoo.

  • London Holiday Home
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 31 reviews

    In a prime location in the Newham district of London, London Holiday Home is located 1.4 km from East Ham, 3.8 km from West Ham and 4.5 km from Barking.

    Cute small room Comfy bed nice furniture Good location Nice hosts

  • West Dulwich Home 28 Mins to London Victoria
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 35 reviews

    Offering garden views and a garden, West Dulwich Home 28 Mins to London Victoria is set in the Lambeth district of London, 3.1 km from O2 Academy Brixton and 5.3 km from Crystal Palace Park.

    Friendly host, was made to feell really welcome, recommend

  • Large private room with balcony
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 5 reviews

    Boasting city views, Large private room with balcony offers accommodation with a terrace and a balcony, around 5.6 km from Stratford City Westfield.

  • Balham Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,041 reviews

    Dating back to Edwardian times, this guest house offers free Wi-Fi throughout the building, and a 24-hour front desk so you can come and go as you please.

    Very easy, clean and comfortable and brilliant location

  • autocheck4u
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5 reviews

    Offering city views, autocheck4u is an accommodation located in London, 2.7 km from Clapham Junction and 3.9 km from Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC.

  • Stratford Guesthouse
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6 reviews

    Stratford Guesthouse, a property with a garden, is set in London, 1.7 km from Stratford City Westfield, 2.9 km from West Ham, as well as 3.6 km from Olympic Stadium.

  • Oxborne Rooms UK - Gardner
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7 reviews

    Offering a garden and quiet street view, Oxborne Rooms UK - Gardner is located in London, 3.4 km from East Ham and 4.5 km from Canary Wharf Underground Station.

    Great location. The owner was super friendly and helpful.

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  • Budget Central London room 3
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in London, 1.2 km from King's Cross Station and 1.5 km from King's Cross Theatre, Budget Central London room 3 provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

  • Lovely room
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 23 reviews

    Located in the centre of London, 400 metres from Royal Opera House and 400 metres from Lyceum Theatre, Lovely room offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

    מיקום מצוין, נקי ומסודר. בעלת הדירה מאוד נחמדה ועדיבה. מומלץ בחום.

  • Parliament House - Luxury Penthouse
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 31 reviews

    Parliament House - Luxury Penthouse offers accommodation located 2 km from the centre of London and features a fitness centre and a garden.

    Amazing service, great location and outstanding views!

  • Cosy London bedroom near Oval Station - shared bathroom
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 16 reviews

    Cosy London bedroom near Oval Station - shared bathroom is set in the Lambeth district of London, 2.6 km from Big Ben, 2.7 km from O2 Academy Brixton and 2.8 km from Westminster Abbey.

    Da hospitalidade das anfitriãs e lugar calmo e silencioso.

  • Tiny but private & best Location
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Tiny but private & best Location in London offers accommodation with free WiFi, 300 metres from Prince Edward Theatre, 200 metres from Leicester Square Underground Station and 200 metres from Arts...

  • Top Floor Room in Baker St
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 65 reviews

    Top Floor Room in Baker St is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.4 km from Oxford Circus, 1.8 km from Paddington Station and 1.1 km from Oxford Street.

    Property was extremely clean and comfortable. Perfect location!

  • The Grafton Arms Pub & Rooms
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 567 reviews

    Situated within 900 metres of British Museum and an 11-minute walk of Dominion Theatre, The Grafton Arms offers rooms in London.

    Great location, comfy rooms great value for London

  • BIG BEN'S SHADE
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 114 reviews

    BIG BEN'S SHADE is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, less than 1 km from Big Ben, a 8-minute walk from Houses of Parliament and less than 1 km from Churchill War Rooms.

    Location, communication with the owner, Netflix TV

  • LORD MERIT GUEST HOUSE KING'S CROSS GRAYS INN ROAD
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the Camden district of London, LORD MERIT GUEST HOUSE KING'S CROSS GRAYS INN ROAD is located 800 metres from King's Cross Station, 1.1 km from King's Cross Theatre and 1.3 km...

  • Gabe's Rooms in Central London
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 16 reviews

    3-Bed Central London Apartment offers accommodation in London. Free WiFi is available throughout the apartment. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer.

    Clean place, good property, great owner and good location

  • Spacious room in Central London
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 20 reviews

    In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Tottenham Court Road, Spacious room in Central London has free WiFi and a washing machine.

  • Beautiful double room in a central location next to various tube stations with breakfast and yoga options available on site
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 25 reviews

    Beautiful double room in a central location next to various tube stations with breakfast and yoga options available on site provides accommodation located 1.6 km from the centre of London and features...

    Exceptional, friendly host. Felt welcome and was left to my own devices.

  • Lovely Triple and Quadruple Bedrooms in Euston
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 51 reviews

    Ideally set in the Camden district of London, Lovely Triple and Quadruple Bedrooms in Euston is situated 1.2 km from King's Cross St Pancras, 1.3 km from King's Cross Station and 1.2 km from British...

    Excellent location for us. Very comfy beds, warm and clean.

  • Private Room&Bath near the Square Mile
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 14 reviews

    Offering city views, Private Room&Bath near the Square Mile is an accommodation located in London, 1.8 km from Royal Opera House and 1.5 km from Somerset House.

    tolle Gastgeberin, tolle lage , insgesamt unbedingt zu empfehlen

  • Double room in Marylebone
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 127 reviews

    In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Madame Tussauds, Double room in Marylebone has a shared lounge and a washing machine.

    Lovely location. Genny is a great host. Thank you.

  • Covent Garden Penthouse
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 29 reviews

    On a little street between Covent Garden market square and The Strand Convenient whether you are on business or a tourist.

    Excellent Location in London, cute and very clean apartment.

  • Central London Rooms
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4 reviews

    Offering city views, Central London Rooms is an accommodation located in London, 1.3 km from British Museum and 1.5 km from King's Cross Theatre.

  • Oxford Street Homestay
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 82 reviews

    Oxford Street Homestay is located in Central London, opposite Hyde Park. Complimentary WiFi is available. Oxford Street is a 3 minute walk from the Homestay.

    La habitación es muy cómoda y limpia. Tiene todo lo necesario.

  • Eltar Hostle
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 144 reviews

    Situated within 3.2 km of London Bridge and 3.3 km of Big Ben in London, Eltar Hostle features accommodation with seating area.

    convenient location/kind staff/good network/clean

  • Central London Waterloo
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 9 reviews

    Central London Waterloo offers accommodation within 1.9 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge.

  • House close to kings cross
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 244 reviews

    In the Islington district of London, close to King's Cross Station, House close to kings cross has a garden, free WiFi and a washing machine.

    Amazing balcony. Lovely hosts and nice kitchen and breakfast

  • Central London Flat-Share
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 10 reviews

    Providing city views and free WiFi, Central London Flat-Share provides accommodation well located in London, within a short distance of Big Ben, London Bridge and St Paul's Cathedral.

  • Farringdon Apartments
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 40 reviews

    Located in London, near King's Cross St Pancras, British Museum and Liverpool Street Underground Station, Farringdon Apartments features free WiFi.

    Comunicación fluida, buena ubicación muy céntrica y tranquila.

  • Central London rooms EC1V
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6 reviews

    Central London rooms EC1V provides accommodation within 3 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a toaster.

  • Private Rooms in Euston, Central London (135)
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 68 reviews

    Private Rooms in Euston, Central London (135) offers accommodation within 2.2 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a fridge.

    Location. Cleanliness . Facilities were good. Peaceful.

  • Stay in Bloomsbury2
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 11 reviews

    Situated in the centre of London, Stay in Bloomsbury2 features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay.

  • Jubilee Hotel Victoria
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,196 reviews

    Set in a Georgian townhouse in Victoria, Jubilee Hotel Victoria is 5 minutes’ walk from Victoria Rail Station. It offers fast Wi-Fi, and the shops of Knightsbridge are a 15-minute walk away.

    Clean, comfortable, friendly staff, great location

  • Gallery Apartments
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Offering city views and free WiFi, Gallery Apartments offers accommodation ideally set in London, within a short distance of Sky Garden, Somerset House and Savoy Theatre.

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Homestays that guests love in London

  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 25 reviews
    Although you're in someone's private home, you're allowed all the privacy you might ask for. Also, there is an actual bath in the bathroom. Not just a shower head behind some vinyl curtain. The host is a very gentle and hospitable lady.
    Eric G
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$564.38
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 437 reviews
    The rooms were spacious and staff were incredibly attentive. The hotel feels like a beautiful private home.
    Lara
    Family with young children
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11 reviews
    1st time ever staying in a private home from home setting so have no comparison. Lackisha was very welcoming showed us where everything was upon arrival ,the room was very clean had all we required for the overnight stay. Would I stay again!! yes I would
    Watts
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: US$344.41
    4.6
    Scored 4.6
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 12 reviews
    This was a private home. Not available to stay in leaving us stranded with no accommodation. We have been scanned and had our money stolen under false pretences . Will I get my money back?.....got an email saying you'd not had a response to your request from the owner. Guess what, neither have I.
    Liz
    People with friends
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews
    Hurlingham B&B is a great place to stay in a quiet residential street but also very close to good local restaurants and excellent travel amenities by underground (Putney Bridge) and bus services. Gilly is a very welcoming host and it is very much a case of you being guests in her private home. Room and facilities all very comfortable, breakfast is fabulous, coffee exceptional, great attention to detail. We look forward to staying again.
    Julian
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 44 reviews
    It had the atmosphere of a private home which made us feel very comfortable. Rowan is an excellent host without being in any way intrusive. A perfect location for a central London visit. We would definitely stay again in the future.
    Cliff
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 357 reviews
    We felt like guests at a beautiful private home
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 182 reviews
    I was well impressed with this place. I was apprehensive about staying in shared accommodation/a homestay as I'd never done it before and I was travelling on my own but Francien was lovely, great host, great rooms and great facilities. Really accommodating for guests too. Hoping to stay again at some point. Thank you so much. Loved hearing your stories.
    Hedley
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$253.37
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 82 reviews
    Really enjoyed 3 nights at Oxford Street Homestay, fantastic location, so central. Moshe was a great host, very helpful, even allowing us to check in early at no additional cost. Comfortable room and very clean, would recommend to others and would definitely come back.
    Nicola
    Young couple
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 38 reviews
    Goodocation, lots of parking, clean, private home
    Thobekile
    People with friends

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