London City Old St Metro Luxury 1 BedRoom Free Parking Library Conversion

First Impressions

Okay, so London City Old St Metro Luxury 1 BedRoom Free Parking Library Conversion has quite the mouthful of a name, but honestly? It tells you everything you need to know. This four-star apartment sits in a converted Victorian library building on Chart Street, and you can actually feel that history the moment you walk through the entrance. The high ceilings and original architectural details immediately give away the building’s literary past — it’s pretty cool, actually.

The Hackney Location

You’re right in the heart of Hackney, which means you’re in one of London‘s most authentically vibrant neighborhoods. Old Street station is literally a few minutes’ walk, so getting into central London is dead simple. What I love about this spot is that you’re close enough to Shoreditch’s buzzing nightlife and markets, but Chart Street itself is surprisingly quiet for the area. The local pubs around Hoffman Square are proper neighborhood joints — not touristy at all.

The Space Itself

The room layout works really well for what it is — a proper one-bedroom setup rather than some cramped studio situation. The kitchen is actually functional (I mean, you can cook a real meal here), and there’s decent counter space, which isn’t always a given in London apartments. The library conversion thing isn’t just marketing speak either — you’ll notice the unusually tall windows and some original features that remind you this place once housed books instead of beds.

Practical Perks

Here’s the thing that’ll save you money and stress: the free parking. If you’re driving in London, you know how massive this is. Finding a spot in Hackney usually means paying through the nose or circling blocks for ages. Having guaranteed parking included? That alone probably saves you £20+ per day. The building’s got decent WiFi too, and the 2nd floor location means you get good natural light without street noise keeping you up.

Why Guests Love It

Look, with a 9.1 rating, this place is clearly doing something right. What strikes me is how it balances that “proper London experience” with actual comfort — you’re not sacrificing convenience for character. The Old Street location puts you in real London life rather than tourist-bubble central London, but you can still get to Westminster or the City in under 30 minutes. Plus, having your own space with a proper kitchen means you can actually live a bit like a local instead of eating out every meal.