I chose this location as a one-night bridge stay between arriving from Paris on the Eurostar and flying back to the US the next morning, based highly on the proximity to Kings Cross/St Pancras. The location makes it totally worth it.
First of all, Paul agreed to keep my larger suitcase for me for the two days I would be in Paris. I dropped it off in the morning before I got on the train- Paul was not there but luckily one of the other guests let me in and showed me where to leave it.
Upon my return from Paris, Paul helped me get my bags to my 3rd floor room. I was disappointed to find that the shower had just had a repair and wasn't available until the morning. Paul offered the use of his en suite shower. I declined but appreciated the offer. I found a way to clean up and headed out for my last night in London. The bed was quite comfy and provided a good night's sleep after a whirlwind trip to Paris & back.
Sharing a shower with all the other guests was definitely a challenge. Knowing I had to be en route to Heathrow by 8:30, I was up in plenty of time but missed my chance twice, gave up and finished packing. Grabbed a croissant and cheese out of the fridge for breakfast and headed to Kings Cross.
Paul is a gracious and willing host, provided simple foods & beverages, instructions for gate key, tv and wifi. My only wish, had I been staying more than one night, would have been a little more cleanliness and organization in the kitchen/common space. It kind of had a frat-house feel. Not sure if the mess was other guests' responsibility, but it could have been a bit better taken care of. My only other suggestion would be to create a sign-in sheet for the shared shower for those on a schedule.
Still, it was a good choice for me.