We stayed in this flat for a few days, our main reason was to catch an Arsenal match and check out a bit of London. We really liked this location as it was super close to the tube and had a fresh market every day on the street. It definitely served the purpose that we needed it for, below are some pros and cons that should help you decide if this place is for you.
Pros:
- Really cool area just outside the hustle and bustle of London, but close enough for groceries/shopping.
- Many great eateries close by, especially on the street with the fresh market.
- Super close to the tube, ability to go anywhere in London quite quickly.
- Perfect space for two people if you’re only staying for a couple of nights.
- Kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and common area were cozy.
Cons:
- Bedroom faces the Islington police station. A few nights we were woken up by police cars leaving the station to attend a scene.
- Blinds were broken in the bedroom, had to hang a towel up to not let in any light.
- No TV. Not necessarily a deal breaker but is definitely nice to have.
- Outdated furniture. Couch in the common area was really old and uncomfortable, could use an upgrade.
- A lot of stairs to get to the unit. Thankfully we only had carry on bags but if you had large luggage’s this would be tough.
Overall we were happy with our stay. Clemente was great with communicating and she gave us some excellent suggestions for where to eat/shop when we arrived. Great space for 1-2 people and a short stay!