A great location if you need a home base to wander around London. I walked along the south bank of the Thames, explored bookstores near Charing Cross, visited the British Museum, and enjoyed a meal at a good pub all in one day, only needing to take the tub once. This is a dorm room most of the year, so if what you really want is somewhere central from which you will do touristy things in London, this is perfect.