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Stunningly large apartment next to British Museum

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Outdoor dining
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, free WiFi
Smart TV, books

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Barbecue grill

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London, England
  • Place, Theatreland
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The British Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stunningly Large Apartment Next to British Museum

This stunningly large one bedroom flat is beautifully furnished and fully equipped, offering you the perfect place to call home whilst staying & exploring this vibrant city.

Located close to the British Museum and within walking distance to top attractions such as Oxford Street and Covent Garden, you have all the retail, dining and entertainment opportunities of the West End on your doorstep. Tottenham Court Road, Holborn and Russell Square underground stations are all within easy reach
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from The British Museum. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the apartment.
  • The apartment offers a kitchen, a balcony, and a living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Just a 3-minute walk from The British Museum and 12 minutes by foot from Leicester Square
This apartment offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This London apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Casino nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Stunningly Large Apartment Next to British Museum Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brandon s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great apartment. A little loud for a family, but great location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Carleton E.

Liked: Cleanliness
As far as location it is excellent!!! BUT there were a few issues. 1) the listing specifically stated that the unit has a dryer. It does not!! We had planned the trip so as to do laundry and there is not dryer. Upon reaching out to the host who replied very quickly, stated that they had a drying rack which is not a dryer. 2) there is not grill on the property.3) they supplied a Bosch coffee maker but no pods. Went to four stores to find the pods but no one carried them. This is probably the reason there were a whole bunch of open instant coffee packages in the cabinet. We were on the road for 5 weeks and stayed at 16 VRBO's and this was the worst supplied stay of all of them. But the location is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parker H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect place for the three of us to stay in London, within walking distance or tube stops from everywhere. Will return for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sumaiya B., Delta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
The place was genuinely charming and larger than it appears in the pictures. Walking or commuting to most major attractions is significantly easier.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

NAT S., Tallahassee, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
My daughter and I were very satisfied with our stay. The flat was just as advertised: large, comfortable, and convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Hilary G.

Great location, a little worn out

Overall we had a very successful stay, but there were definitely things that could easily be improved. Starting with the positive. The location is fabulous, only a few minutes walk from Covent garden, seven dials, SoHo and in between two major tube stations! The check in was easy and the apartment lender communicated in a timely manner. The apartment was adorable. The shower pressure was great. The kitchen had everything one would need. There were some negatives. The listing said there would be amenities including soap, shampoo, and conditioner, laundry soap etc. there was one tiny bar of soap and two rolls of toilet paper for 16 nights. No shampoo, no conditioner, no kitchen towels, no laundry soap. There is a washer, but NO dryer, and it was so damp and humid in the apartment our clothing took days and days to dry. We basically couldn’t utilize the washing machine. They gave us each one towel for 16 nights.There was no cleaning service for the entire stay. I think once a week or at least midway through would have been nice. The apartment needs a refresh as many of the surfaces are looking worn out including the bedding. The pull out sofa is beyond lumpy and the comforter insert was ratty. The master bedroom needs a bedding refresh as well. The rug in the master bedroom was dirty and needed a good vacuum. The apt is in a basement. The city noise is loud.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christine B.

Wonderful location

Lovely apartment but windows & sills need to be better maintained & screens installed to prevent urban grime from coming in. Mattresses should be upgraded in both sofa sleeper & queen size bed.Pluses are location, kitchen, patio & lovely bathroom. There are substantial & elegant cabinets & shelving in the home but basics as noted above are important improvements that should be made in such a lovely property at this price point.We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Toni P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable flat, great location

My daughter and I spent five nights in the flat and enjoyed its space and great location. The rooms were comfortably and attractively furnished and very clean. We walked everywhere but public transportation was readily available. I would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Lorri R., Burlingame, Ca

So disappointed

Upon arrival you are greeted by the moldy smell. Every time you reentered the apt. it hit you. Bare is the operative word for this property.Bare minimum of everything. We were so happy to find salt. The apt. is a basement apt. (1st floor in UK) and has windows soiled with bird droppings. Old tissues and trash in the mesh wire help obscure the pedestrians walking above you.Threadbare linens.(we found good towels in an obscure drawer the morning we left.Only thin ones in linen closet)No guest book with info on where a grocer etc.might be. If you are taller than 5ft 7" you have to kneel on the floor to use the little mirror in the bedroom to dry your hair after moving the tv. We were too tired the afternoon we arrived or we would have found a hotel. We only had 5 days in London so we held our noses and stayed. We informed Bjorn that we were not happy, never heard a word after he gave us directions to a store. the apt. was freezing when we arrived and took hours to heat up. We did not cook any meals b/c to have enough light you share your meal with the people walking above and the bird droppings.The shower has no safe way to get in and out as the glass door swings both ways and is the only thing to hang onto with the tub being very high.The location is the 1 bright spot. Easy to get everywhere.All in all: dark, dank and bare.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Apartment

It is a very large and beautifully decorated basement apartment. Noise from traffic and outside. But, you are in a large city and that’s to be expected. Good restaurants and pubs close by. Easy walk to West End theatres. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location for a London Experience

We stayed for four days at this lovely apartment with our two teenage daughters for sightseeing, shopping and a college visit. The apartment is exactly as described: it is a basement flat in a quiet side street one block away from the British Museum. Within a 20 minute walk all the main sights of central London are easily accessible (and London cabs and Uber are plentiful in the area). The flat is in the basement, so natural light is a bit limited, but it easily makes up for it with its quirky charm and its clever renovation. It is quite luxurious and comfortable, with a fully equipped kitchen (which we didn't use because of the plentiful dining out options). As previous reviews stated the mattresses in the main bedroom and in the pull-out sofa bed in the living room are a bit thin. The flat is generally very quiet at night, although there is some street noise during the day, based on some interesting acoustics. The location couldn't be anymore perfect, with numerous small restaurants close by. For us, this was a perfect experience to live like Londoners do. Finally, our host Bjorn was incredibly responsive and helpful. Overall, an extremely delightful visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location and Space

The location was perfect for us, as it was easy to make our way around London. The home felt safe and secure and didn’t find it too noisy at night. Having the door for the living room served well for creating personal space for our adult daughter so it was like having 2 bedrooms. Communication was prompt and the flat was easily accessible and clean. Would love some higher quality toiletries but everything else that was perfect wouldn’t allow for a deduction in ratings. Would be happy to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location

We enjoyed the location tremendously. We were there for 8 nights.The place was clean. All appliances that we used are in excellent condition. If you expect to cook, you’ll have everything needed in terms of utensils and so on. There is very little extra in the kitchen as for spices, and so on. The mattress for the sofa bed in the living room needs to be replaced. It’s lumpy. I was tired enough to sleep from exploring London, but it leaves a lot to desired. The place is quiet, even with a neighbor above. We did hear a few sirens. They did seem to stop during the night, though.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot, responsive owner

This flat was large and a great location for us as London tourists. The owner was immediately reponsive to every question we had. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location; As described

The location of this property - a short block from the British Museum - is ideal for exploring those parts of London most often visited by tourists. The property itself is large, and yes, is in a basement. You do hear noise from the street during the day and early evening, but nothing to interrupt a night's sleep (there are no pubs in the immediate vicinity). It was very clean and when we did have an issue, the property manager responded quickly and was on it. No complaints.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable Flat, Great Neighborhood

This is a very charming flat. We had everything we needed and the neighborhood is convenient to everything. Being from the USA we weren’t familiar with the keybox system and struggled a bit with it. The host answered all our questions promptly. Two thumbs up!!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely flat

We found it clean and inviting when we arrived. Loved the closeness to food, the tube and parks. Pretty quiet neighborhood. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon W.

Great location

Location was great, check in was super quick and easy as was communication with the host. Amenities could’ve been better (more towels, paper products and coffee), but overall cute flat.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

We enjoyed the stay very much. The apartment was comfortable and wonderfully located. We often walked to Covent Garden and spent a day right around the corner at the British History Museum. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen R.

Great location, but…..

While large, and close to British Museum, there were several negatives mixed with a few positives. First, nice towels and sheets. Visiting in summer meant open windows, which were really, really dirty. Also allowed lots of street noise all night. Glad I had ear plugs. Found jewelry on the bathroom floor and travel documents on the bedroom floor. Manager not responsive and clearly did not care. If you decide to stay, bring your own hair dryer, since the apartment does not have one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRIStopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome location and stay

Great apartment for family of four with 2 kids — 10 & under. Location was very walkable to Westminster and central London, amazing food choices, close to British museum (if only we had tickets!). Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness

So perfect for us!

We came to London for our first time during the last week of May. We had no idea how walkable the city was, and we felt like the location we were in couldn't have been better. We walked everywhere, but a couple of times we did take the train, and the station was so close and easy to use The flat is decorated so cute, we had all the amenities we needed, and the furniture was so comfortable, including the sofa bed! The neighborhood was quiet, so we always slept well, but there were many cute places to have coffee or get groceries nearby. Also, Our host was so quick to answer our questions, and we so appreciated the early check-in we were able to get that day. All in all, we can't recommend this beautiful flat more, and we hope to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic property

This property is extremely comfortable and within walking distance of much of London. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location close to everything

Great location so close everything we wanted to see and do. The flat is exactly as shown in the photos. This allowed us to have a very nice first trip to London.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024