If you’re a solo traveler and only need a place to keep your belongings safe and to sleep, this is a decent option but may not be a first choice. Check in was quick and Stephen was there to meet me and let me in but the photos are a bit more presentable than what you’ll actually see in person. I didn’t use the kitchen outside of getting water but Stephen mentioned that it was available to me.
Pros.
- The area is very close to the tube/train station and local eateries and groceries.
- The room is spacious and you have easy access to bathroom and kitchen.
- The building feels relatively safe with secure locks on all doors.
- The bed itself was comfortable to sleep on.
Cons
- Area is a bit sketchy. (Mentioned to me by uber drivers and other locals)
- Pillows are terribly hard to sleep on. Woke up with a crick in my neck the first day that lasted for days!
- Bring your own towels/wash cloth. The ones offered are clean, but heavily over used.
- Stephen assumed I was part of a another group that booked a stay there. I let him know I was solo but he didn't believe me for whatever reason. After settling in for a day, he asked me to switch to a smaller room so that the other party could have the larger one. (I respectfully declined)