Alex is kind, warm and welcoming. He gave very specific instructions about arrival and was there when I arrived. He helped me with a sore throat with wonderful hot ginger tea. I spent 3 nights at his place and the accommodation was exactly what I wanted and needed. Quiet, warm, peaceful, restful, every night. Beware of getting locked in though; Alex had warned me about the keys etc. but another guest ended up locking me in. No problem though as I was rescued within 30 minutes. Other than that, this is a good option if you want to live in East London.