We really enjoyed our stay in Hilary's flat. The neighborhood is lovely and walking to distance to so many places (Covent Garden, Leicester Square, Trafalgar, Buckingham Palace, tubes). While there is some regular city noise in the mornings (garbage trucks and cafes setting up...nothing out of the ordinary), the block and building are quiet and so pleasant. The beds were comfortable and she provided fans for those few hot London days. Also, the kitchen was fully-stocked. Be warned that there is not room for a lot of luggage but that didn't bother us. Hilary was gracious enough to leave water and wine in the refrigerator. She also got right back in touch with me if I needed help with something. Check out the Cordon Bleu Cooking School across the street. They have a cafe that has the best croissants I've tasted outside of France. The coffee is great, too.