I had a great time staying with Isabel and would stay there again if had a chance. The thing I linked best was the distance from public transportion and how safe I felt. There are two bus stops exceptionally close: one that will get you straight to South Kensington, and the other that will get you to a tube station, with an easy access to the west end. The court yard is a little oasis, but I didn't really take time to sit out there. Isabel was very kind and helped me plot my way around the city. The room is big enough for a single person; the bed is a little narrower than a traditional US twin size, but I still slept fine.