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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
Wonderful
103 reviews
Price from
$126
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.

Everything. A beautiful stay that had easy access to central London. Rosy and her family were incredible hosts who made us feel at home.

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9.5
Exceptional
134 reviews
Price from
$59
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.

Fantastic property. Very big, warm (in winter), fresh and clean. Area is quiet and safe. Andy is great host. We had booked wrong dates and we could change reservation for free. You can trust Andy. He is professional and nice.

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10
Exceptional
121 reviews
Price from
$2,224
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.

The landlord was very helpful and understanding. He gave us detailed instructions on how to use various appliances and was always there if we needed him. The room was very clean with everything one would need - large flat screen TV, iron, blow dryer, the scales to weigh the luggage, power adaptera for European plug ins, microwave oven, fridge, toaster, kettle and more. We had plenty of room to store our clothes, big drawers and a closet. Everything was clearly explained. It was very affordable to rent this room and was within a 5 minute walk from tourist sites such as the Tower or the Tower Bridge.

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9.1
Wonderful
161 reviews
Price from
$120
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
Wonderful
126 reviews
Price from
$204
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
Wonderful
116 reviews
Price from
$369
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.

Quiet, clean, riverside, near from train station, etc.

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9
Wonderful
264 reviews
Price from
$102
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.

Great London pub with rooms, loved the location and room, staff were very helpful and super friendly, and we ate in the restaurant twice and the food was great.

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9.3
Wonderful
623 reviews
Price from
$287
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 very friendly and welcoming, everything was clean, check in easy and location was great!

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9.1
Wonderful
305 reviews
Price from
$88
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.

Beautiful place with a lively pub downstairs and beautiful guest rooms upstairs, all in traditional style. The room was very big and impeccably clean. Staff was very welcoming and helpful.

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9.4
Wonderful
595 reviews
Price from
$207
per night

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  • Stylish Modern Studio, Mock Georgian House, Heart of Trendy Hackney & London
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 126 reviews

    Stylish Modern Studio, Mock Georgian House, Heart of Trendy Hackney & London is set in London, 1.8 mi from Olympic Stadium and 2.7 mi from Brick Lane, in an area where cycling can be enjoyed.

    Really helpful and accommodating. Thank you. Very clean!

  • The Brownswood
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 595 reviews

    The Brownswood offers accommodations in London, 3.4 miles from King's Cross Theatre and 3.5 miles from Camden Market.

    Plenty of choice. Fresh, tasty, nutritious. Great service.

  • City Airport, ExCel, Univ of East London, O2
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 14 reviews

    City Airport, ExCel, Univ of East London, O2 offers accommodations in London, 2.3 miles from East Ham Tube Station and 3.3 miles from Barking Tube Station.

    Helpful and caring host, location is excellent, thank you Marcos

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

    London Park Haven offers accommodations in London, 1.1 miles from Oxford Street and 1.5 miles from The Serpentine.

    Very cosy apartment Super friendly host Quiet Nice location

  • 72QT
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,515 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.

  • B&B Belgravia
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,175 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
     · 1,296 reviews

    In a quiet tree-lined avenue in elegant Paddington, Prime Inn is just 0.3 miles 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
     · 2,085 reviews

    Charlie's Hotel has comfortable, budget-priced B&B accommodations in London, not far from Hampstead Heath and Camden Market. Central London is a 10-minute Tube (subway) ride away.

    Clean , quiet, good facilities , got parking space

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  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 10 reviews

    London City Inn Stepney enjoys a location in London, 1.2 miles from Brick Lane and 1.8 miles from Sky Garden.

  • Luxury family House
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 7 reviews

    Luxury family House offers accommodations in London, a 17-minute walk from Brixton Academy and 3.7 miles from Clapham Junction.

  • West Dulwich Home 28 Mins to London Victoria
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 41 reviews

    Offering garden views, West Dulwich Home 28 Mins to London Victoria in London features accommodations, a garden, and a shared lounge. This property offers access to a patio and free private parking.

    Friendly host, was made to feell really welcome, recommend

  • Ensuite Double Room
    Budget options available
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    Ensuite Double Room offers accommodations in London, a 12-minute walk from East Ham Tube Station and 2.9 miles from Barking Tube Station.

    Everything was perfect, She made sure we felt at home. Very comfortable place.

  • Charlotte Guest House
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 4,528 reviews

    Within a quiet residential area of London, the traditional Charlotte Guest House is just a 5-minute walk from the West Hampstead Tube and Railway Stations.

    Quiet, beautiful and peaceful area, very nice and helpful staff

  • Tulse Hill Luxury Cosy Rooms
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 475 reviews

    Tulse Hill Luxury Cosy Rooms enjoys a location in London, 2.4 miles from Brixton Academy and 2.9 miles from Crystal Palace Park. With garden views, this accommodation provides a patio.

    Clean environment, friendly staff & quiet location

  • Deluxe Homestay near Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 220 reviews

    A comfortable homestay close to Tottenham Hale Tube Station, Deluxe Homestay near Tottenham Hotspur Stadium offers a base for a stress-free stay in London.

    Lovely comfy bed. Bath with jacuzzi as the best bit

  • 145 Burnley Road
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 307 reviews

    Located in London, a 2-minute walk from Dollis Hill underground station and Wembley Park is reachable in 6 minutes, this accommodations is ideal for Wembley Stadium and Wembley Arena.

    Friendly host and clean room. We love the bathtub!

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  • Not Very Quiet But Best location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Not Very Quiet But Best location offers accommodations in London, a 3-minute walk from Prince Of Wales Theatre and 700 yards from Trafalgar Square.

  • Not very Quiet but best location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Not very Quiet but best location in London offers accommodations with free Wifi, a 3-minute walk from Prince Edward Theatre, 200 yards from Leicester Square Tube Station, and a 2-minute walk from Arts...

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

    Budget Central London room 3 is located in London, just 1.1 miles from British Museum and 1.5 miles from St Paul's Cathedral. This homestay offers accommodations with a balcony and free Wifi.

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

    Lovely room offers accommodations in London, a 11-minute walk from Leicester Square Tube Station and 0.6 miles from British Museum.

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

  • Parliament House - Luxury Penthouse
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 32 reviews

    Just a 16-minute walk from Big Ben and 0.7 miles from Houses of Parliament, Parliament House - Luxury Penthouse features accommodations in London with a fitness center, a garden, and a shared lounge.

    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 in London provides accommodations with free Wifi, 1.6 miles from Waterloo Station, 1.6 miles from Big Ben, and 1.7 miles from Brixton Academy.

    Da hospitalidade das anfitriãs e lugar calmo e silencioso.

  • The Grafton Arms Pub & Rooms
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 575 reviews

    Located within 2953 feet of British Museum and an 11-minute walk of Dominion Theater, The Grafton Arms offers rooms in London.

    Great location, comfy rooms great value for London

  • Top Floor Room in Baker St
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 72 reviews

    Top Floor Room in Baker St enjoys a location in London, 1.2 miles from Lord's Cricket Ground and 1.3 miles from Tottenham Court Road Tube Station.

    I ran the London marathon and it was convenient for the finish

  • BIG BEN'S SHADE
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 116 reviews

    BIG BEN'S SHADE offers accommodations in London, a 10-minute walk from Victoria Tube Station and half a mile from St James's Park.

    Location, communication with the owner, Netflix TV

  • Not very quiet but Best location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1 review

    Not very quiet but Best location in London features accommodations with free Wifi, a 3-minute walk from Prince Edward Theatre, 200 yards from Leicester Square Tube Station, and a 2-minute walk from...

  • Gabe's Rooms in Central London
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 16 reviews

    3-Bed Central London Apartment offers accommodations 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

  • Covent Garden Penthouse
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 37 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.

  • Lovely Triple and Quadruple Bedrooms in Euston
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 58 reviews

    Lovely Triple and Quadruple Bedrooms in Euston in London features accommodations with free Wifi a 13-minute walk from King's Cross St Pancras Tube Station, 0.8 miles from Kings Cross Station, and a 14...

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

  • Private Room&Bath near the Square Mile
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 16 reviews

    Private Room&Bath near the Square Mile offers accommodations in London, 1.1 miles from British Museum and 1.2 miles from King's Cross St Pancras Tube Station.

    tolle Gastgeberin, tolle lage , insgesamt unbedingt zu empfehlen

  • Double room in Marylebone
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 128 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.

  • COBBOLD COURT share flat
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 14 reviews

    COBBOLD COURT share flat provides rooms in London near Buckingham Palace and Victoria Train Station. Private parking is available on site.

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

    Central London Rooms is located in London, just 1.1 miles from Euston Train Station and 1.1 miles from Royal Opera House. This homestay offers a shared kitchen and free Wifi.

  • Eltar Hostle
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 150 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Eltar Hostle in London offers accommodations and a garden. The property is around 2 miles from London Bridge, 2 miles from Big Ben, and 2 miles from Waterloo Station.

    convenient location/kind staff/good network/clean

  • 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

    Just a 8-minute walk from Dominion Theatre and 0.6 miles from Tottenham Court Road Tube Station, Beautiful double room in a central location next to various tube stations with breakfast and yoga...

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

  • Spacious room in Central London
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 22 reviews

    Spacious room in Central London in London features accommodations with free Wifi, a 3-minute walk from Tottenham Court Road Tube Station, 700 yards from British Museum, and a 7-minute walk from...

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

    Featuring free Wifi and a garden, House close to kings cross offers accommodations in London, a 13-minute walk from Kings Cross Station and 0.9 miles from King's Cross Theatre.

    Amazing balcony. Lovely hosts and nice kitchen and breakfast

  • Farringdon Apartments
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 42 reviews

    Farringdon Apartments in London provides accommodations with free Wifi, 1.2 miles from King's Cross St Pancras Tube Station, 1.2 miles from British Museum, and 1.4 miles from Royal Opera House.

    Comunicación fluida, buena ubicación muy céntrica y tranquila.

  • Central London Waterloo
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 14 reviews

    Central London Waterloo offers accommodations within 1.2 miles of the center of London, with free Wifi and a kitchen with a microwave, a toaster, and a fridge.

    It was very clean and good located. The personal was so kind.

  • Central London Flat-Share
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 12 reviews

    Central London Flat-Share enjoys a location in London, 1.2 miles from Savoy Theatre and 1.2 miles from Houses of Parliament. This guest house provides an elevator and free Wifi.

    A clean and comfortable room in a good central location. Fine for one or two nights.

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

    Private Rooms in Euston, Central London (135) offers accommodations within 1.4 miles of the center of London, with free Wifi and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave, and a fridge.

    Location. Cleanliness . Facilities were good. Peaceful.

  • Jubilee Hotel Victoria
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,262 reviews

    Set in a Georgian townhouse in Victoria, Jubilee Hotel Victoria is 5 minutes’ walk from Victoria Rail Station.

    Clean, comfortable, friendly staff, great location

  • Not Very Quiet but best location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews

    Not Very Quiet but best location in London offers accommodations with free Wifi, a 3-minute walk from Prince Edward Theatre, 200 yards from Leicester Square Tube Station, and a 2-minute walk from Arts...

  • Not very quiet but best Location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Not very quiet but best Location in London offers accommodations with free Wifi, a 3-minute walk from Prince Edward Theatre, 200 yards from Leicester Square Tube Station, and a 2-minute walk from Arts...

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Homestays That Guests Love in London

  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $630.58
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 449 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: $372.77
    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
    Travelers with friends
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 29 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 traveler
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 357 reviews
    We felt like guests at a beautiful private home
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 186 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $254.78
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 83 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
    Travelers with friends

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