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Reviews of homely – Central London West End Apartments

Shaftesbury Avenue, Westminster Borough, London, W1D 5EB, United Kingdom

#706 of 5,250 Holiday rentals in London

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Review score

Based on 266 apartment reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    9.6

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    8.5

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    6.9

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  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    9.0
    Good location of living for vacation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 8 nights

    Stairs , noise form outside ,

    Location is perfect for the value of money ,

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2024

    9.0
    it was lovely except for the stairs
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only problem it was not mentioned there’s no lift and the property was located on 3rd floor. Carrying a heavy suitcase and a bad knee was so difficult.

    I like everything about the property and the location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    not very confortable for 6 people

    location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    8.0
    Just what we needed for a short stay in London.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The bed was slightly hard and the pillows a little thin. The bedding for the sofa bed was little tired. The shower head fixture in the ensuite is split and could break away soon.

    the location was perfect, the flat was clean, warm and quieter than you would expect being so close to a main road. Modern, bright, felt safe.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    7.0
    Magical London. The property was a truly English little gem in the heart of the city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Four flights of steps, no lift.

    Location and cleanliness

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    77 steps to get to 4th floor flat. Sofa and chairs a bit stained and grubby.

    Amazing location. Bathrooms and kitchen very new and clean. Comfortable and roomy for London.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No lift with narrow and steep stairs, all the way up to 4th floor.

    Best Location, clean, & good customer service

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2023

    9.0
    Fantastic apartment option in the heart of central London, lives up to what’s advertised, happy to recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No real negatives - just worth mentioning the apartment was up 4 flights of fairly steep stairs, and a last minute significant security bond was required, which may catch some people out.

    Fantastic location in walking distance of most central London attractions and transport options. A treat to have a whole apartment, well presented, with friendly communication throughout the booking process - and the little welcome box of goodies on the bench was appreciated.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    8.0
    Everything was good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There’s no lift, only accessible by stairs

    The location is close to city and Chinatown.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    They sent us the wrong door code and we had to wait for someone to message us back to get the correct code. The Crib we requested was not set up and someone had to come back to deliver it.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    8.0
    Perfect location for a busy weekend
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    To finalise the booking and prepare for the check in you need to register on the other website and that initial exchange was cumbersome. The facilities are in the fair condition but the sofa-bed is near impossible to sleep on (can't imagine it for 2 people). The water pressure in the shower was very low.

    This small apartment has a perfect location for a short stay in London when you use the place just to sleep. Codes used at the entrance are an easy way to access the location without additional stress.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights

    the one toilet did not work properly

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    3 flights of stairs to climb. Not a bad thing, but something to note if struggle with mobility

    Very clean Hosts replied very quickly Great location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2023

    9.0
    A wonderful west end theatre break
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Check in experience- smart lock did not work - was stressful

    Location excellent, well equipped, beds comfortable

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    8.0
    We had an amazing stay. About comments are room for improvement. But we had a lovely time thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Felt a bit grubby in areas. Eg main area needed a good floor scrub. Felt sticky. Also when we pulled cushions off the pull out bed someone crumbs from previous clients was all over the bed. Underside of that mattress was badly stained too.

    Location is amazing and size of flat.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No bedding provided for the sofa bed. Not enough towels provided for a group of 4 people. Windows were extremely thin and could hear every noise/conversation happening in the street below.

    Location was incredible. Right in the centre of everything and short walks to public transport. Nice and cosy, comfortable bed.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    8.0
    Excellent location and value in central London
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bedrooms were small, not a lot of space for luggage Unit was worn, could use some updating No shampoo/conditioner provided Limited glassware in kitchen WIFI super slow One of the bed pillows had what looked like pubic hair on it :( No lift for carrying luggage upstairs A little noisy at night (street noise)

    Comfortable flat in Central London Convenient to restaurants and subway Washer/dryer in the unit

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 September 2023

    9.0
    Fabulous, loved it, perfect for us ❤️
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing! The stairs could be challenging for the less sprightly but not an issue for us. If i was to suggest anything to make this property even better I would say coat hooks by the entrance and one on each bedroom door would be great. Then a foldaway luggage rack in each bedroom for unpacking, its tempting to throw cases on the lovely white beds but luggage wheels are filthy from the streets...just an idea x

    Enjoyed an amazing weekend at this fabulous property. The location was spot on. We are a family of four, mum, dad & two six foot teenage boys, so we used both double rooms and the sofa bed. 2 bathrooms was great too! Flat 3 was modern, clean and hugely spacious for central London and perfect for us. Its was great to have the light from windows and juliet balconies to watch the street below. Great to have kitchen facilities but we only used the kettle, toaster & fridge choosing to eat out. We love the buzz of the city streets so dont mind a bit of noise, love to people watch. The triple glazing was sufficient to block most of it out at night and our sleep was never disturbed so it was never an issue for us. Ive stayed in many London apartments & hotels, this one was my fave so we will defo return! Thank you Home.ly

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    8.0
    would be good for 1-2 nights after a trip to the theatre or pub crawl. not restful enough for longer stay. Really noisy
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    grubby floors, dirty entrance, tired furniture, incredibly noisy Niwet to a bus stop and not able to close the window fully.

    great location at bottom of Dean street right next to Chinatown

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2023

    9.0
    I can’t say enough about the great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small for 4 people but we made it work. Only one of the fans was working when we were there which made it hard to sleep.

    Great location!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 August 2023

    8.0
    Most wonderful stay, loved London, will be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    all good

    Location was awesome, even my 80yr old uncle, loved it

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Studio
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Great Location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    7.0
    Its ok if you are looking for a central place in London in a reasonable price.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the sofa bed is very uncomfortable and not suitable for two grownups. The apartment is very noisy from the street, ear plugs helped us sleep. The curtains don’t block the light.

    The location is central, close to all the main attractions, but it is on a big street so it gets very noisy inside. The apartment was clean and well equipped, the bedroom bed was ok but the sofa bed was very uncomfortable. Hosts were very responsive, they supplied us with two extra fans at our request.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No air conditioning, and level of noise which could be heard inside

    Location

    Stayed in June 2023

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