I had a very pleasant stay at Yumei's flat. She, her partner and her flatmate made me feel very welcome and comfortable, and I felt like I was staying with friends and not strangers I'd just met. They even organized me a little birthday surprise which was sweet. Yumei was very helpful and accommodating. When my original plans on the day of arrival fell through, and Yumei wasn't able to stay at home to wait for my arrival, we agreed that I'd pick up the key to the flat from a shop nearby which worked great.

The flat and the room are as described - clean, stylish and comfortable. There is no proper door to the room, but a moving wall sort of thing, but I had no problems with that. I had the privacy I needed. The windows are not double glazed which meant I could hear everything people said when they walked by my room, but that's nothing a pair of earplugs didn't fix. I actually slept really well during my trip, which is not common for me when travelling and having to sleep at a strange place.

The neighbourhood is really lovely and I felt safe there. Short walking distance to 2 tube stations so great connection to central London. Gorgeous parks close by where I liked to hang out and also close to Camden Market which is a great place. I wanted to feel like a local instead of a tourist and the neighbourhood gave me that chance. I'd love to live there.

All and all I had a fantastic birthday trip to London and my lovely hosts made it even better. I will happily stay at Yumei's again if they'll have me.