We stayed for a week as a family of 4. It was a little tight for our use, but would've been great for a short stay. The metro station is right around the corner, but that location is closed certain days of the week. The next station is a block or two away. There are restaurants, coffee shops, and markets everywhere- very convenient. If you are doing something like the big bus tour the closest stop is a 16 min walk to the Tower of London. Communication was excellent, and check in was super easy. Fans were provided which was helpful as we were quite hot. The apartment has intense street noise, I've always lived in a city and did not think it would be an issue for us, but it was. With kids and being hot and sirens blaring we had some difficult nights of sleep.