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London Amazing Studio – Great Location

158 Fairbridge Road, Islington, London, N19 3HP, United Kingdom
7.8 / 10 Greater London United Kingdom
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Overview

First Impressions

London Amazing Studio – Great Location is one of those places that doesn’t try to be fancy, and honestly, that’s exactly what I liked about it. The moment you step into this three-star property on Fairbridge Road, you get the sense that someone actually thought about what travelers need rather than what looks good in photos. It’s a straightforward studio setup in Islington — nothing pretentious, just practical and surprisingly well thought out.

The Space

The room itself is compact but clever, which you kind of expect in London anyway. What struck me was how they managed to fit everything without making it feel cramped — there’s a proper kitchenette that actually works (I made coffee and toast without any drama), and the layout flows better than studios twice the price. The bed’s comfortable enough, and you know what, sometimes that’s all you really need after walking around the city all day.

Islington Neighborhood

Here’s the thing about the location — Fairbridge Road might not sound glamorous, but it puts you right in the heart of one of London’s most livable neighborhoods. You’re a short walk from Finsbury Park station, which gets you into central London in about 15 minutes. More importantly though, you’re surrounded by the kind of local cafes and pubs that tourists usually miss. There’s this brilliant little market nearby where locals actually shop, not just snap photos.

What Actually Matters

I mean, let’s be real about what this place offers. The WiFi works reliably, the shower has decent pressure, and there’s enough space to spread out your stuff without living out of a suitcase. The neighborhood feels safe to walk around at night — I grabbed dinner from the Turkish place down the street around 10 PM without giving it a second thought. These might sound like basic things, but you’d be surprised how many places get the fundamentals wrong.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t going to wow you with marble lobbies or turn-down service, but it delivers on what matters most when you’re exploring London. The area gives you that authentic residential feel while keeping you connected to everything you actually want to see. At this price point in this city, finding somewhere that checks all the practical boxes while putting you in a genuinely interesting neighborhood — well, that’s actually pretty remarkable.

Guest Scores
7.8
Very Good
Based on verified reviews
Staff
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
5.0
Facilities
7.1
Cleanliness
7.9
Value for money
7.5
Available Rooms
One-Bedroom Apartment
1 double bed
Max persons: 2
$129
per night
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Facilities
Bedroom 1
Linen
Bathroom 7
Toilet paper
Towels
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower
Food & Drink 1
Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility 1
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous 3
Non-smoking throughout
Heating
Non-smoking rooms
Room Amenities 6
Socket near the bed
Drying rack for clothing
Clothes rack
Hardwood or parquet floors
Fan
Iron
Languages spoken 2
English
Portuguese
Safety & security 3
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology 2
Flat-screen TV
TV
Reception services 2
Invoice provided
Private check-in/check-out
Other for your stay 11
Dining table
Coffee machine
Cleaning products
Toaster
Stovetop
Kitchenware
Electric kettle
Kitchen
Washing machine
Microwave
Refrigerator
House Rules
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
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
R
Rosemarie
Ireland
9
"Enjoyed the stay"
Quiet and clean
What could be improved: Bathroom very small
10 September 2025
T
Tobias
Germany
8
"Perfect for short or long time stay if you re ok with a small place and simple but well working conditions and do not v"
Good for having a bed and a quiet place . Nice area. Well connected to bus, tube and supermarkets. no clothes horse for washed laundry and no closet. there is only a clothes rack. With some hangers. it’s not really possible to see whats happening outside., one window is on the ceiling the other in an aisle behind the clothes rack . Table is small but ok for one person for working with a laptop or eating. wifi works . kitchen is ok for preparing little meals. washing machine is small, but works.well. everything is clean, Fernando is outstanding friendly and helpful.
17 April 2025
C
Carrillo
United Kingdom
9
"Very comfy and amazing service"
Perfect size, good area
What could be improved: The flooring and pillows could use a renovation
5 April 2024
S
Shanice
United Kingdom
9
"Fernando was a great host, he was very accommodating to our needs."
The studio was very clean and well equipped. The location made travelling very easy as there was a selection of transport options available.
20 March 2024
S
Stephen
Australia
9
"Totally matched the description, the stairs are a bit annoying to lug suitcases up but view is nice once you get. Very w"
Very well priced for London, clean, comfortable and warm. Great view of the NYE fireworks, close to stations and buses. Easy to get to from town and both main airports.
What could be improved: I’d preface this by saying nothing in London is cheap so just don’t expect the same quality and value for money as other cities. As such the below are just things you should be aware of rather than negatives. It’s on the 3rd floor up about 6 flights of very narrow stairs. It’s also very small (typical of London). Be careful of the hot water, it’s very hot and could easily burn.
4 January 2024
Z
Zeiburliņa
Latvia
9
"Overall very nice place to stay if you are visiting London."
Clean, cozy, and good location apartment. I was staying here to visit London with my friend for 3 days, at first we were a bit sceptical about the location, but it was great, bus stops were 5min away and metro was 15min. The host was great, gave very clear instructions.
What could be improved: Mattress underneath the sheets were a bit dirty, but everything else was clean.👍🏻
16 October 2025
J
John
United Kingdom
9
"Superb"
Great location, quiet, lovely area
What could be improved: Only thing that would have made it better would have been a fan to use at night. Got very warm inside
11 July 2025
J
Jacintha
United Kingdom
7
"Good experience overall"
The rooms were clean and tidy. Mr Fernando was very helpful and prompt in attending to our request. I initially booked studio 7 but didn't know it was on the last floor. It was hell climbing the stairs due to back pain. The room was clean and spacious, but the ceiling was low. It looked converted. I mentioned my back pain to Fernando, and he assisted in relocating us to Studio 1. The location is good. Close to train stations and bus stops. Also, there are shops around walking distance. The area was safe
What could be improved: Studio 1 was so small. We hardly found space for our legs. Mattress is not good atal. Needs changing. I could feel the springs, and I didn't get good sleep because of that. Studio 7 is converted, and the ceiling is low for a tall person(s). The shower sliding door was stiff to open. We reported it to Mr Fernando.
16 September 2025
E
Edward
United Kingdom
7
"Very reasonable and good enough."
Plenty of space and the studio itself was clean.
What could be improved: The carpet in the communal hallway was dirty and had some building materials in it, it's easy to sort and needs to be done on a regular basis. Also the shower door was broken and the bathroom sink was clogged and took an age to empty. Easy fixes really. The mattress felt like a low to mid range IKEA mattress, but for three nights was good enough.
16 June 2025
S
Stephen
United Kingdom
10
"Exceptional"
Good communication from the host
What could be improved: Television had no aerial but didnt really miss it
20 October 2025
Surroundings
What's nearby
Shepherds Cot 2.1 km
Waterlow Park 1.7 km
Water Reservoir 1.4 km
Whittington Park 950 m
Pirates Playhouse 3.1 km
Crouch End Open Space 2.1 km
Islington Ecology Centre 2.6 km
Tufnell Park Playing Fields 1.4 km
Timbuktu Adventure Playground 300 m
Restaurants & cafes
Restaurant Koa 200 m
Cafe/bar The Smyth Arms 200 m
Restaurant Grill N Shake 200 m
Top attractions
London Zoo 5 km
Sky Garden 8 km
Regents Park 5 km
Victoria Park 8 km
British Museum 6 km
Somerset House 7 km
Madame Tussauds 6 km
Banqueting House 8 km
Trafalgar Square 8 km
Piccadilly Circus 7 km
Natural beauty
Forest Bush Wood 14 km
Lake West Reservoir 3.1 km
Public transport
Metro Archway 950 m
Train Crouch Hill 950 m
Metro Tufnell Park 1.7 km
Train Upper Holloway 600 m
Bus Arbery Road (Stop Z) 9 km
Bus Waterside Close (Stop Od) 9 km
Closest airports
London City Airport 16 km
London Luton Airport 43 km
London Heathrow Airport 31 km
London Amazing Studio – Great Location
158 Fairbridge Road, Islington, London, N19 3HP, United Kingdom
$129 / per night
7.8 Very Good
★★★★☆
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