Bright & Modern One Bedroom Flat in Farringdon
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Bright & Modern One Bedroom Flat in Farringdon

79 St John Street, Islington, London, EC1M 4NR, United Kingdom
8.5 / 10 Greater London United Kingdom
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Overview

First Impressions

The Bright & Modern One Bedroom Flat in Farringdon sits right on St John Street, and honestly, you couldn’t ask for a better spot in London. I mean, this four-star place is literally in the thick of everything — you step outside and you’re already in one of the city’s most vibrant neighborhoods. The building itself has that classic London charm, but once you get inside, it’s all sleek lines and contemporary touches that actually work really well together.

The Space

What struck me most about this apartment was how they managed to make it feel genuinely spacious without sacrificing style. The room flows naturally from the living area into the bedroom, and there’s this great sense of light throughout — hence the “bright” in the name, I suppose. The kitchen is properly equipped too, not just some afterthought with a mini-fridge and a kettle. You know what I really appreciated? The attention to detail in the furnishings — everything feels intentional rather than just thrown together from a catalog.

Location & Neighborhood

Farringdon is one of those areas that locals love but tourists sometimes overlook, which is honestly their loss. You’re walking distance from Smithfield Market (the energy there in the early morning is something else), and the whole Clerkenwell area is right on your doorstep. The transport links are brilliant — Farringdon station connects you to pretty much everywhere you’d want to go, and I found myself walking to places like Covent Garden or even the City because everything feels surprisingly close.

What Makes It Special

There’s something refreshing about staying somewhere that doesn’t feel like a hotel — you get that sense of actually living in London for a bit. The flat has this lived-in quality that’s comfortable without being cluttered, if that makes sense. I particularly loved the evening light that comes through the windows, and the fact that you can actually cook a proper meal if you want to. The whole setup works especially well for couples — there’s enough space to spread out but it still feels intimate and cozy.

Why Guests Love It

It’s easy to see why couples rate this place so highly for romantic trips — there’s something undeniably appealing about having your own little corner of London to retreat to. The combination of being centrally located but on a street that doesn’t feel touristy gives you the best of both worlds. Plus, when you’re paying London accommodation prices, getting an entire apartment instead of just a hotel room feels like you’re actually getting value for money. The 9.5 location score isn’t just marketing fluff either — you really do feel like you’re staying where Londoners actually live and work.

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Guest Scores
8.5
Excellent
Based on verified reviews
Staff
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
10
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Value for money
8.5
Available Rooms
One-Bedroom Deluxe Apartment
1 large double bed
Max persons: 2
$265
per night
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Facilities
Bedroom 2
Linen
Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom 9
Toilet paper
Towels
Bath or shower
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Bath
Shower
Transport 2
Bicycle rental Additional charge
Car hire
Activities 11
Live sport events (broadcast) Off-site
Live music/performance Additional charge Off-site
Cooking class Additional charge Off-site
Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
Themed dinner nights Additional charge Off-site
Bike tours Additional charge
Walking tours Additional charge
Movie nights
Pub crawls
Temporary art galleries Additional charge Off-site
Cycling Off-site
Living Area 4
Dining area
Sofa
Seating Area
Desk
Food & Drink 3
Grocery deliveries Additional charge
Restaurant
Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility 1
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous 4
Non-smoking throughout
Heating
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View 1
City view
Room Amenities 7
Socket near the bed
Drying rack for clothing
Clothes rack
Hardwood or parquet floors
Private entrance
Carpeted
Iron
Languages spoken 3
English
Italian
Polish
Safety & security 4
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Key access
Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology 4
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Flat-screen TV
Laptop safe
TV
Reception services 3
Invoice provided
Private check-in/check-out
Luggage storage
Building characteristics 1
Private apartment in building
Entertainment and family services 2
Board games/puzzles
Board games/puzzles
Other for your stay 13
Dining table
Coffee machine
Cleaning products
Toaster
Stovetop
Oven
Tumble dryer
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
House Rules
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in
From 15:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Guest reviews
M
Michael
United States
9
"Very good location for a great apartment in London."
This apartment looks exactly like the pictures on the website. The combination living room/kitchen area was spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped, allowing us to make breakfast in the morning. The bathroom was large enough, and the bedroom was comfortable with a wall of closets for hanging out and storing our clothes. The apartment is located within easy walking store of a couple of grocery stores and several nice restaurants. The Farringdon Station is a 5 minute walk, allowing easy access to the underground. There are several useful bus lines within an easy walk. It's a very good location to use as a base in London.
What could be improved: There could be more towels made available for the bath and the kitchen.
29 November 2025
S
Sharon
United Kingdom
8
"Very good"
Host responded quickly when we notified them about missing hairdryer. Comfortable bed, spacious flat and very quiet. Previous guest's toiletries and food essentials were left which was helpful
What could be improved: Bath grout needs replacing and deep clean in some areas of bathroom
18 November 2025
A
Andrew
United Kingdom
8
"Overall good for location and space."
Clean and spacious. Good location.
What could be improved: It was very noisy in the morning.,Lots of building noise. The bedroom was also quite light. Had trouble with the WiFi.,Had to ask for the code and when we got it the signal was very weak at first but did improve later.. There were wet towels and pillow cases hanging up in the wardrobe and limited space for clothes because of this.,Only two hangers.,
17 October 2025
H
Helen
United Kingdom
9
"Superb"
Clean, tidy and had all the facilities we needed for a comfortable stay.
30 September 2025
M
Mark
United Kingdom
8
"Great value and location was great."
Location and price.
What could be improved: Nothing
4 September 2025
G
Giancarlo
Italy
7
"Cozy flat in the centre of London"
Very comfy flat in the center of London
What could be improved: Cold shower, no brochures, manuals or any information available inside the flat
5 May 2025
J
Joanne
United Kingdom
10
"Exceptional"
Great place, no noice heard. Would stay again
13 April 2025
A
Anthony
France
10
"Exceptional"
Space, location
What could be improved: Price
12 April 2025
K
Kevin
Canada
10
"An extremely pleasant and enjoyable experience."
As advertised - bright and modern and located in a safe, convenient and attractive area of London.
What could be improved: Nothing worth noting.
1 April 2025
B
Bérengère
United Kingdom
10
"Exceptional"
Just what I needed for one night, home from home, really nice
1 April 2025
Surroundings
What's nearby
Elia Mews 1.3 km
Quaker Gardens 1 km
Spa Fields Park 800 m
Museum of London 750 m
Millennium Bridge 1.6 km
Blackfriars Bridge 1.7 km
Middle Temple Garden 1.4 km
Judd Street Open Space 1.8 km
Finsbury Circus Gardens 1.6 km
Sir John Soane's Museum 1.7 km
Restaurants & cafes
Restaurant Pho 20 m
Restaurant Luca 30 m
Restaurant Anfa Cafe 50 m
Top attractions
Big Ben 3.3 km
Sky Garden 2 km
Tower Bridge 3.4 km
London Bridge 2.2 km
British Museum 1.9 km
Somerset House 2 km
Tower of London 2.9 km
Banqueting House 3.1 km
Trafalgar Square 2.8 km
Piccadilly Circus 3.1 km
Natural beauty
Forest Bush Wood 12 km
Lake Surrey Water 6 km
Public transport
Metro Farringdon 350 m
Train City Thameslink 1 km
Train Blackfriars Station 1.3 km
Metro Barbican Centre Station 400 m
Bus St Dunstan's Church (Stop X) 4.9 km
Bus Stepney Green School (Stop M) 5 km
Closest airports
London City Airport 11 km
London Gatwick Airport 47 km
London Heathrow Airport 26 km
Bright & Modern One Bedroom Flat in Farringdon
79 St John Street, Islington, London, EC1M 4NR, United Kingdom
$265 / per night
8.5 Excellent
★★★★☆
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