I would stay at Samuels place over and over again. He is an AMAZING host. He told me everything I needed to know about my stay in the UK and was even more helpful about my day trip to Paris. Any essentials I didnt pack with me Samuel had.
Samuels place was clean and had everything you need. I had a nice, bright, and a great size bedroom. The location was FABULOUS! With the tube station right around the corner. And near loads of amazing coffee shops and great restaurants. I would also walk to Shoreditch A LOT. If you are staying in London for a long term, I recommend Samuels place!
Milan