The Residence Fitzrovia – Private One Bedroom Apartment With Own Entrance

First Impressions

The Residence Fitzrovia – Private One Bedroom Apartment With Own Entrance feels more like borrowing a friend’s incredibly well-appointed flat than staying in typical hotel accommodation. Located on New Cavendish Street in London‘s Fitzrovia district, this four-star property offers something you rarely find in the city — complete independence with hotel-level service backing you up. The private entrance is genuinely private, which means no awkward lobby encounters when you’re hauling groceries back from the nearby Waitrose.

Location & Neighborhood

Fitzrovia is honestly one of those London neighborhoods that locals love but tourists often overlook, and that works perfectly in your favor. You’re a five-minute walk from Oxford Street’s shopping chaos when you want it, but tucked away on a quieter residential street when you don’t. The BBC’s Broadcasting House is practically around the corner, and I’ve spotted more than a few familiar faces from television grabbing coffee at the local cafés. Charlotte Street — with its excellent restaurant scene — is just two blocks away.

The Space

This isn’t just a hotel room with a mini-fridge optimistically called a kitchenette. The apartment has a proper, full-sized kitchen with everything you need to actually cook, which becomes incredibly valuable when you realize how much money you save not eating out for every meal in London. The bedroom feels spacious by London standards, and the separate living area means you can spread out properly. The décor strikes that perfect balance between contemporary and comfortable — think West Elm meets boutique hotel rather than corporate accommodation.

Daily Life Here

What I appreciate most is how seamlessly you slip into a London routine. There’s a Tesco Express two minutes away for essentials, and the local dry cleaner knows the building well. The Wi-Fi actually works properly for video calls — something that matters more than you’d think when you’re trying to check in with work or family back home. Having your own washing machine means you can pack lighter, which is brilliant for longer stays. The heating responds quickly too, which anyone who’s spent time in London flats will tell you is not something to take for granted.

Why Guests Love It

You know what really sells this place? It’s the little freedoms you don’t realize you’re missing in traditional hotels. Want to have friends over for dinner? No problem. Fancy a proper cup of tea at 3 AM? Your kitchen awaits. Need to do laundry without paying hotel prices? Done. The staff are available when you need them but invisible when you don’t, which honestly feels like the perfect arrangement. Plus, there’s parking available if you’re brave enough to drive in central London — though I’d personally stick with the excellent transport connections from nearby Goodge Street and Oxford Circus stations.