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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.

Views are amazing, room was spaceous and clean, quiet house, comfortable bead, private. Walking distance to tub, busses and boat. Safe and quiet district, near lot restaurants and bars, fooddruck's space. Several shops and parks in area. Love that place.

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9
Superb
103 reviews
Price from
£99
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
£46
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.

Well-appointed, clean, great location. Good communication and quick response to messages. Highly recommend this property, especially for access to Excel.

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10
Exceptional
121 reviews
Price from
£1,746
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.

What a wonderful place to stay! Stylish, beautifully clean and so many thoughtful touches that make it really special. The room is located within easy walking distance of the Tower of London and Tower Bridge. Tower Hill tube station is just a few minutes walk. There are several nice restaurants and two Tesco Express shops nearby so finding a meal is no problem. The bed is very comfortable, the towels are lovely and thick and there is plenty of hot water for showering. Wifi worked well. The owner provides clear, thorough instructions so accessing the room is super easy.

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9.1
Superb
161 reviews
Price from
£81.22
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.

Clean and comfortable. Great breakfast.

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9.2
Superb
126 reviews
Price from
£149
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
117 reviews
Price from
£290
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
Superb
265 reviews
Price from
£80
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.

The rooms were amazing! The staff very nice and helpful. Perfect location; good food and perfect espresso in glass!

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9.3
Superb
622 reviews
Price from
£225
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.

Cosy and nice area of London. On Bakerloo line. brilliant!

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9.1
Superb
305 reviews
Price from
£78.81
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.

The innkeeper was incredibly kind and welcoming. The breakfast was a lovely spread of breads, cereal, boiled eggs, yogurts, coffee, etc. Excellent location with a bus stop across the street.

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9.4
Superb
595 reviews
Price from
£162.80
per night

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

    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.

    Really helpful and accommodating. Thank you. Very clean!

  • The Brownswood
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 595 reviews

    Boasting a garden, terrace and views of city, The Brownswood is situated in London, 4.1 km from Wood Green Metro Station.

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

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

    Offering quiet street views, City Airport, ExCel, Univ of East London, O2 is an accommodation set in London, 5.3 km from Barking and 5.6 km from West Ham.

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

  • London Park Haven
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 52 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
     · 2,517 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
     · 202 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
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,177 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
     · 1,297 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

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  • London City Inn Stepney
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 12 reviews

    In a prime location in the Tower Hamlets district of London, London City Inn Stepney is set 2.9 km from Sky Garden, 3 km from Liverpool Street Underground Station and 3 km from Tower of London.

  • Luxury family House
    Budget options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 7 reviews

    Boasting a sauna, Luxury family House is situated in London. The property is around 6 km from Clapham Junction, 6.3 km from Victoria Train Station and 6.4 km from Victoria Underground Station.

  • Peaceful London Retreat
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 45 reviews

    Peaceful London Retreat is situated in the Lewisham district of London, 5.1 km from Greenwich Park, 7.1 km from Crystal Palace Park and 7.7 km from Canada Water.

    Lovely host and Beautiful house in a peaceful vibe

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

    In the Newham district of London, close to East Ham, Ensuite Double Room features a shared lounge and a washing machine. It is set 4.7 km from Barking and offers a shared kitchen.

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

  • 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, 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 accommodation is ideal for Wembley Stadium and Wembley Arena.

    Friendly host and clean room. We love the bathtub!

  • 25 Minutes to Central London Rooms 35
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 6 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.

  • Comfy bedroom D
    Budget options available
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 6 reviews

    Boasting accommodation with a terrace, Comfy bedroom D is set in London. The property is situated 3.8 km from Greenwich Park, 6.3 km from O2 Arena and 6.7 km from Canada Water.

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in London

  • Not Very Quiet But Best location
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and city views, Not Very Quiet But Best location is an accommodation set in London, just 300 metres from Prince Edward Theatre and 200 metres from Leicester Square Underground...

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

    Set in London, near Prince Edward Theatre, Leicester Square Underground Station and Arts Theatre, Not very Quiet but best location features free WiFi.

  • Comfy Private Bedrooms across the Euston Station
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Comfy Private Bedrooms across the Euston Station provides accommodation within 2.5 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a fridge.

  • Lovely room
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 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
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 32 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!

  • The Grafton Arms Pub & Rooms
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 575 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

  • Top Floor Room in Baker St
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 72 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.

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

  • BIG BEN'S SHADE
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 116 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

  • Not very quiet but Best location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Not very quiet but Best location in London features accommodation with free WiFi, 300 metres from Prince Edward Theatre, 200 metres from Leicester Square Underground Station and 200 metres from Arts...

  • Covent Garden Penthouse
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 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
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 58 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.

  • COBBOLD COURT share flat
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 14 reviews

    Conveniently set in the Westminster Borough district of London, COBBOLD COURT share flat is located 1.2 km from Big Ben, less than 1 km from Houses of Parliament and a 12-minute walk from Churchill...

  • Private Room&Bath near the Square Mile
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 16 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

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

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

  • Farringdon Apartments
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 42 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 Waterloo
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 15 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.

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

  • 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 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.

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

    Providing city views, Central London Flat-Share is situated in the Southwark district of London, 1.9 km from London Bridge and 1.9 km from St Paul's Cathedral.

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

  • Jubilee Hotel Victoria
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,263 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

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

    Set in London, near Prince Edward Theatre, Leicester Square Underground Station and Arts Theatre, Not Very Quiet but best location features free WiFi.

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

    Set in London, near Prince Edward Theatre, Leicester Square Underground Station and Arts Theatre, Not very quiet but best Location features free WiFi.

  • LondonEYE private bedroom in shared flat
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 25 reviews

    LondonEYE private bedroom in shared flat offers accommodation set 2.5 km from the centre of London and provides a fitness centre and a garden.

    Great location on the Thames plenty of stuff to do around there

  • Lovely Double Rooms in Euston & Square
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 57 reviews

    Lovely Double Rooms in Euston & Square in London offers accommodation with free WiFi, 1.2 km from King's Cross St Pancras, 1.3 km from King's Cross Station and 1.2 km from British Museum.

    Really good accommodation and location. Clean and comfortable room.

  • Stay in Bloomsbury2
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 10 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.

  • Victoria Lodgings London
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 801 reviews

    Offering free WiFi and garden views, Victoria Lodgings London is an accommodation located in the centre of London, just 500 metres from Victoria Train Station and 600 metres from Victoria Underground...

    excellant location Very clean ideal for our needs

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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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £495
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 450 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: £292.62
    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
     · 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 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
     · 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £200
    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
    People with friends

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