The apartment was clean and we liked the neighborhood. I especially liked the heated towel rack in the bathroom, which is something we do not have at home. Lots of good places to eat nearby and a good feel for what it would be like to live in downscale London. Its about a ten minute walk to the nearest tube station and there were plenty of small shops to get whatever we needed.
Being the first time I I used Airbnb, I discovered the biggest drawback compared to hotels. If your flight is delayed and you end up coming in late, your host will naturally be put out and will likely charge you extra for the late check in. Totally understandable, but difficult to deal with when traveling long distances.