Prime Location in Farringdon Large One Bedroom Flat
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Prime Location in Farringdon Large One Bedroom Flat

EC1M 4NR, Islington, London, EC1M 4NR, United Kingdom
8.2 / 10 Greater London United Kingdom
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Overview

First Impressions

When I first walked into Prime Location in Farringdon Large One Bedroom Flat, I honestly wasn’t expecting much from what sounds like a pretty generic name. But you know what? Sometimes the most straightforward places surprise you the most. This four-star apartment sits right in the heart of Farringdon, and within minutes of settling in, I could see why couples rate this place so highly. There’s something refreshingly honest about a property that doesn’t try to oversell itself with fancy names — it just delivers exactly what it promises.

The Space Itself

The room layout actually works really well for two people who want space to breathe. I mean, you’re not tripping over each other like you would in a typical London hotel room. The bedroom feels properly sized, not like an afterthought, and there’s enough storage that you can actually unpack your suitcase instead of living out of it for a week. The kitchen surprised me most — it’s not just a mini-fridge and kettle situation. You could genuinely cook a proper meal here if you wanted to skip the restaurant scene for a night.

Location & Neighborhood

Farringdon is one of those areas that locals love but tourists often overlook, which honestly works in your favor. You’re walking distance from both King’s Cross and the City, but without the chaos of staying right in the thick of either. The Tube connections here are brilliant — Farringdon station gives you access to multiple lines, so you can get pretty much anywhere in London without the usual faff of changing trains three times. Plus, there’s this great mix of old pubs and newer spots that haven’t been completely touristified yet.

What Makes It Work

The thing about this place is that it feels like staying in someone’s actual flat rather than a sterile hotel room. There are little touches that make a difference — proper blackout curtains (trust me, this matters more than you think), decent water pressure in the shower, and enough electrical outlets that you’re not playing musical chairs with your phone charger. The building itself is quiet enough that you’ll actually sleep well, which isn’t always a given in central London. I also appreciated having proper space to spread out — whether that’s working on a laptop or just having somewhere to put your stuff that isn’t the bed.

Why Guests Love It

After staying here, I completely get why couples keep coming back and rating it so highly. It’s got that sweet spot of being central enough that you feel connected to everything London has to offer, but residential enough that you can actually relax when you come home at the end of the day. The value proposition is solid too — you’re getting significantly more space than a comparable hotel room would offer, with the added bonus of being able to make your own coffee in the morning without paying hotel prices. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like you’re living in London for a few days rather than just visiting it.

Guest Scores
8.2
Excellent
Based on verified reviews
Staff
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
7.5
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.3
Value for money
7.9
Available Rooms
One-Bedroom Apartment
1 large double bed 1 sofa bed
Max persons: 2
$265
per night
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Facilities
Bedroom 3
Linen
Wardrobe or closet
Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom 8
Toilet paper
Towels
Bath or shower
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Bath
Shower
Activities 4
Themed dinner nights Additional charge Off-site
Stand-up comedy Additional charge Off-site
Pub crawls Additional charge
Temporary art galleries Additional charge Off-site
Living Area 3
Dining area
Sofa
Seating Area
Food & Drink 2
Grocery deliveries Additional charge
Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility 1
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous 4
Non-smoking throughout
Heating
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View 2
City view
View
Room Amenities 7
Socket near the bed
Sofa bed
Drying rack for clothing
Clothes rack
Hardwood or parquet floors
Private entrance
Carpeted
Languages spoken 3
English
Italian
Polish
Safety & security 4
Fire extinguishers
Smoke alarms
Carbon monoxide detector
Safety deposit box
Media & Technology 3
Streaming service (like Netflix)
Flat-screen TV
TV
Reception services 3
Invoice provided
Private check-in/check-out
Express check-in/check-out
Building characteristics 1
Private apartment in building
Entertainment and family services 1
Books, DVDs, or music for children
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
A
Ashok
India
7
"good but could have been better"
Excellent Location - good airy flat - with a lot of space for a comfortable stay - excellent response from Judy on the issues we faced in checking in and some issues with cutlery and fans - good furnishing , clean and well set up beds - enough linens
What could be improved: First - there is no air conditioning - we booked the place on booking.com which clearly mentioned it had air conditioning - reality it did not even have a fan . A big miss ! Judy organized for small table fans - but we selected the place for air conditioning which was not there. Some of the utensils were broken and again Judy did organize for the replacements quickly . Narrow stairs to lift heavy luggage to our second floor flat - but at least we knew about it prior Finally we had an incident of locking ourselves out due to a split second slamming of door and to our disappointment - there was no back up key with the facility team ! we had to spend a night in a hotel by the time locksmith was arranged - first time we had an apartment with no back up key anywhere
20 August 2025
X
Xueyao
China
8
"Good"
What could be improved: Actively send the WiFi passwords and lockers code in advance would be more clear
22 July 2025
S
Sakis
Netherlands
8
"Very good location and value for money"
Location WiFi Host responds fast Apartment size
What could be improved: Cleaning can be improved a lot The bath and the bedroom could use a renovation
7 December 2025
T
T
United Kingdom
8
"Great location and all in all decent stay"
Good simple layout. Easy checkin and out.
What could be improved: Bath was dirty, shower head broken.
7 September 2025
J
Jamesspratt
United Kingdom
10
"Exceptional"
All good thanks
What could be improved: Nada
10 September 2025
P
Patrick
United Kingdom
10
"Exceptional"
Good location, price, communication with host. East check in.
What could be improved: Nothing to note
10 August 2025
R
Rahul
Germany
5
"Passable"
What could be improved: Check-in was 2 hours after the agreed time slot. When I arrived on time, as communicated, someone was still cleaning the place, the washing machine had just been started and the bed sheet was ripped. He then went out to buy a new one to replace it while I had to wait in the apartment for him to come back with a new one an hour later. Unpleasant start to the trip and accomodation.
25 July 2025
S
Simone
Italy
4
"Dirty place"
Well located
What could be improved: The bathroom was dirty, and the shower was both malfunctioning and poorly cleaned. The bed sheets smelled of damp. I do not recommend this place.
28 November 2025
M
Marco
Spain
9
"Ubicación perfecta"
La ubicación es perfecta, muy bien comunicada y con restaurantes y puntos de interés muy cerca.
What could be improved: Era un muy difícil de regular la ducha.
3 November 2025
E
Emmanuel
France
9
"Super séjour culturel et shopping à Londres"
Appartement plutôt bien situé, à proximité des transports, dans un quartier calme. Les équipements et le mobilier sont de bonnes qualités et offrent de belles prestations pour une famille en séjour de moyenne à longue durée.
22 September 2025
Surroundings
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 3 km
Banqueting House 3.1 km
Trafalgar Square 2.8 km
Piccadilly Circus 3.1 km
Restaurants & cafes
Restaurant Pho 20 m
Restaurant Luca 30 m
Restaurant Anfa Cafe 50 m
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
Prime Location in Farringdon Large One Bedroom Flat
EC1M 4NR, Islington, London, EC1M 4NR, United Kingdom
$265 / per night
8.2 Excellent
★★★★☆
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