The flat was a bit of a mixture for us. It seems like a flat part-way through being updated. In some areas it is really strong, which include:
1. Very good location - we spent ages in Hyde Park with small children. The access to the tube was good and local shops were good too.
2. Good size of flat for the location. We had a lot more space than a hotel would have offered.
3. Some of the furnishings appear fairly new - the beds are all fresh and clean, and the bedroom furniture in both bedrooms appears new.
4. The bedding was clearly freshly laundered.
5. The washing machine was good, and it looks like it is a drier too. This meant we could travel very light.
6. The lift was great, as the flat is on the third floor.
7. The host was responsive when contacted.
The areas that we found less strong were:
1. Some parts of the flat appear to be in need of replacement, such as the rusted shower curtain pole in the bathroom.
2. The street is "vibrant", so there is quite a lot of noise throughout the evening and night. We were there in the summer and needed the windows open, which made that a lot more noticeable.
3. There were some minor issues in the kitchen - we were given a used washing up sponge, there was no tea towel, cutlery was missing and it was not clear how to manage the rubbish.
Overall, it was a good stay. We saw a lot of London and the flat was good value for the location. With a few minor changes, it could be exceptional.