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Self Contained Top Floor Apartment in the heart of London’s West End

Apartment with kitchen, 7-minute walk to The British Museum

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Bathroom
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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London, England
  • Place, Theatreland
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, New London Theatre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Library and Museum of Freemasonry
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Self Contained Top Floor Apartment in the heart of London’s West End

This central London apartment in is situated in TheatreLand, Covent Garden providing easy access to all that London’s fabulous West End has to offer. The building is Victorian and the apartment itself has only just been redecorated leaving it clean fresh and modern throughout. It is the perfect base to go exploring the West End from by foot, or for trips further afield there is a wide range of transport links on your doorstep. PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately due to the age of the building there is NO elevator/ lift. Access to the apartment is only possible via stairs (around 60 steps).
The apartment is tastefully decorated in neutral tones with a couple of 'featured' walls (one featuring a floor to ceiling vintage map of central London). From entering by the private front door the small hall leads in to the lounge with a comfortable sofa, TV and a small dining table and chairs.
Across from the lounge is the well equipped kitchen with all mod cons such as coffee machine, dishwasher and microwave oven to name but a few.
The bedroom provides a double bed with a comfortable mattress (renewed every year) and spread in quality white Egyptian cotton linen. A small dressing table provides a hairdryer and illuminated make up mirror. The wardrobe can store luggage and is equipped with plenty of hangers. An iron and board is also provided.
The compact bathroom is kitted out with wc, basin and mains pressure shower. A heated towel rail for warmth and towel drying and surfaces to accommodate your toiletries.

PLEASE NOTE: The sofa is NOT a sofa bed nor is it suitable to sleep on.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

London

Located in London, this apartment is in the city centre. The British Museum and St. Paul's Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Oxford Street and Covent Garden Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Royal Albert Hall or Emirates Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Theatreland - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • New London Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Library and Museum of Freemasonry - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • King's College London - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms - 1 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Holborn Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • Tottenham Court Road Station - 9 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Redemption Roasters - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The George - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lowlander Grand Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caravan Covent Garden - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Self Contained Top Floor Apartment in the heart of London’s West End pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Self Contained Top Floor Apartment in the heart of London’s West End?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Self Contained Top Floor Apartment in the heart of London’s West End?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Self Contained Top Floor Apartment in the heart of London’s West End located?

Located in London City Centre, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of King's College London, The British Museum and Leicester Square. Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are also within 15 minutes. Holborn Underground Station and Covent Garden Underground Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for 2 people

We enjoyed our stay here. Location was great. It was easy to get to sites and lots of great restaurants close by. The flat was very clean and well appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Flat with great location

The check in process was so detailed and helpful. Ian responded quicker than any host I've ever had through any service. The flat was just as described and it was perfect for the two of us. Centralized location with easy tube access and great fun within walking distance. Highly recommend this place & we are thinking of coming back to it on future visits.thandistance.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great location, very clean and well appointed. Heads up - it is on the fifth floor with no lift/elevator so you need to be able to do stairs. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

graeme s., brockville ontario canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

flat is as presented online

wonderful second stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

From NY

Great location in the heart of Covent Garden and surprisingly quiet. The apartment is fully equipped with everything you’d need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent! Safe and central location near Holborn station with many convenient shops, grocery, restaurants and attractions nearby. A boisterous street on the weekends with a theater and music establishment nearby, which was great with us but may be a consideration if you are early to bed. Clean and as advertised with all that you will need for a perfect stay! We would 100% recommend this rental. Checkout procedures sent via VRBO communications 24 hours prior- not listed in the apartment manual, so watch for that. We did not see the communication and assumed wrong that we should leave the key in the apartment. Sorry, Ian.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

graeme s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Once again a great stay. First time using the new checkin procedure. Instructions may seem a bit daunting but is incredibly straight forward. 3 minute walk to the shop for keys. Is open 24 hours so no worries if you have travel delays our 4th or 5 th stay at the flat
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom and Lydia B., Salt Lake City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place near Covent Garden

Great place to stay in the middle of London activities and sites. Very clean, well furnished and comfortable. It is up 4 flights of stairs, which is a little challenging with luggage, but the owner makes that situation clear in the listing so you should not be surprised. Also very quiet and safe. Would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phong L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect 3 days in London!

A great property for 2 in a perfect central London location. The flat was hospital clean, well equipped and charmingly decorated. The location couldn’t have been better, easy walk to the British museum, west end theaters, Oxford/Bond St. and all the food/pubs that one could ask for. Access to the rest of London was just a short tube ride away. The flat was easy to get to from Paddington Station. All in all, a perfect place to explore London!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great flat near everything

We spent 8 nights in this clean flat that has cable tv, washer/dryer, and was close to so much waking or riding the tube. If we are able to travel to London again, we would stay here. Ian was easy to contact ahead of and during the trip. If you are looking for a 2 person place that is safe and easy access to London, this us a great find.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

We loved this nice apartment! Nicely decorated, very clean and well equipped for the meals we cooked while there. I thought they had a hair dryer but couldn't find it. The bed is very soft so be aware of that if you have back issues and/or prefer a firm bed. The location is fantastic and if you are into comedy, there is a venue right around the corner. We would definitely book again next time we come to London.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Theo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Theatre District Location.

Easy access to the Underground and numerous restaurants and pubs. The host as easily accessed when I encountered check-in difficulties. Be sure to review all pictures located in Vrbo app regarding checkin. The apartment is cute. Be sure you understand that it is a five story walk-up. Carrying heavy bags may be a challenge.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All We Could Ask For

This was my wife and I’s first trip to London, and this property near Covent Garden was perfect. From the convenient, central location with nearby tube stations and bus stops to the fully equipped kitchen. It was an ideal home base for our European adventure. Excellent check in instructions with photos and the place was spotless upon arrival. The host, Ian, was ultra responsive, available, and even had coffee pods delivered to the flat when we couldn’t locate them in any nearby stores. Service beyond expectations! I cannot recommend this place enough. Thank you for making our trip even more memorable!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in lively London neighborhood! The flat was perfect for visiting our son studying abroad in London. The neighborhood is excellent for exploring the West End and convenient to two tube stations that will get you quickly anywhere you want to go. The flat was comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ian was a great host and would respond to any questions in minutes! The apt is exactly as described, amazing water pressure, and extremely clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My daughter and I spent three weeks in this darling apartment. It was the perfect size and offered everything we could have wanted to make it our home, while in London. Perfect location for exploring the city and provided a comfortable, homey place to return each night! Ian was an amazing host and was responsive to any questions I had. Will definitely want to stay here if I’m lucky enough to return to London!
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

graeme s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away

Wonderful stay as always
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place to stay in London Theatre District

The apartment was as described and although it was small it was an excellent place for the two of us. It was clean, well decorated and the kitchen was well stocked with dishware and utensils. Although we didn't cook there was a stove, dishwasher and oven/microwave. There was also a washing machine and an expresso machine with a few pods. The host (Ian) had left a bottle of water for us in the refrigerator. The location was excellent - right in the theater district, close to many restaurants and coffee shops. It was easy to walk to many places of interest. The piccadilly tube from Heathrow was a less than a 10 min walk from the apartment. Prior to our arrival Ian was having problems with the lock box and so he contacted me in advance and personally met us upon arrival. He was very friendly and easy to contact. The only thing that might be a problem is that the apartment is on the 4th floor and there is no elevator which is clearly stated in the description. The location and the apartment itself more than made up for the hike up the stairs. We would definitely stay their again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pete

Perfect little place right in the middle of central London. Easy access to many highly visited areas and the tube as well. Great hub to start daily adventures. Apartment was clean and had everything needed for my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Nice Place, Great Location

I was just one person for this work trip. It was the perfect size for me. The location was very good in Covent Garden. The apartment was very clean too.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

We were in London for a long weekend and the apartment was in a perfect location. Ian was attentive and easy to communicate with and the place is as lovely as the photos. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

graeme s., brockville ontario canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect

Our third stay at Ians property Location is perfect Very walkable . Yes it is top floor ..no lift.. good cardio workout Some renovation noise across the street but appears to be winding up soon. Kitchen is nicely equipped and bonus having washer/dryer
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding apartment

This is an absolutely flawless rental. The space is really well arranged so that it feels roomy for two; the decoration is charming, not soulless like so many short-term rentals, but the place looks and feels spotless; and Ian is incredibly helpful. There was a problem with the key, clearly originating with the previous renter, and Ian made a four-hour round trip on no notice to resolve it. I was glad to know about the stairs — it can feel like a long climb — but the location is so convenient and the building has a very nice residential vibe. Five stars all round.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

London stay

The place was lovely and everything we hoped. Thank you Ian
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

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