Though my stay was very short (only one night), I was greeted with friendliness and hospitality, and found it to be a fine place to stay. It's not super close to the city center, but very acceptable price for the location, and the center IS very easily accessible from the bus stop (about a 7 minute walk from the house) to the East Croydon station, from which you take the train heading to London Victoria. Took me about 45 minutes total. The Gatwick Airport is also very easily accessible from the East Croydon station, which was very convenient. Overall a good place to stay with very nice hosts who are eager to ensure you have a pleasant stay :)