Hackney is a great area to stay. There are some great little cafe's, bars and little restaurants just" a stones throw away from your front door". A 10 minute walk gets you up to the main road and all the buses and tubes/overground trains to get you to the centre of town. Sure it's a little way out from the centre…..but the East End has a charm and character all of its own!!!!! Try "The Common " in Old Bethnal Green Road its a great wee place for a good coffee and a mean breakfast/lunch.....
Lateef's place is warm and comfortable, great response time and all done with a smile!!!!!
Try and get the downstairs room....it's a decent size and has access to a little courtyard.
As a slightly older traveler ...a few extra comforts do really go a long way towards a great stay. Thanks Lateef !!!