Victorian Building turned Charming Hotel Perfect For Short and Long Term Stay with WiFi

First Impressions

The Victorian Building turned Charming Hotel Perfect For Short and Long Term Stay with WiFi is exactly what it says on the tin — a genuinely converted Victorian building that’s managed to keep its character while actually working as a modern hotel. I’ll be honest, the name’s a bit of a mouthful, but when you see the red-brick facade on Anson Road, you get it. This four-star property sits in a quiet residential stretch of Islington, and you know what? That’s actually perfect if you want to feel like you’re staying in a real London neighborhood rather than some touristy bubble.

Location & Getting Around

Anson Road is one of those lovely tree-lined streets that makes Islington feel more village-like than central London. You’re about a 10-minute walk from Caledonian Road tube station, which I mean, isn’t the most glamorous stop on the network, but it gets you to King’s Cross in literally two minutes. The area’s got that proper North London vibe — independent coffee shops, the odd vintage store, and locals who’ve been here for decades mixed with young professionals who discovered the area’s still (relatively) affordable.

The Space & Comfort

What I really appreciated about this place is how they’ve converted the Victorian bones without making everything feel cramped or awkward. Each room feels like it belongs in the building — high ceilings where they should be, original features that haven’t been painted over in bland hotel white. The WiFi actually works properly (which honestly shouldn’t be noteworthy in 2024, but here we are), and if you’re staying longer term, you’ll find they’ve thought about the little things that matter when you’re not just passing through.

Practical Considerations

The hotel definitely caters to both short visits and extended stays, which shows in how they’ve set things up. There’s a decent restaurant on-site, though I’d actually recommend exploring the neighborhood — Upper Street’s just a short walk away and has some brilliant spots. Parking can be a bit tricky around here (it’s London, what do you expect?), but the hotel can sort you out with advice on the local residents’ parking situation if you’re driving.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t going to be the fanciest place you’ve ever stayed, but it’s got something that a lot of London hotels have lost — actual character and a sense of place. The 8.3 rating makes sense when you consider that people come here and feel like they’re experiencing a bit of real London life rather than just checking another hotel off their list. It’s the kind of place where you might actually end up extending your stay because you’ve found a proper local pub around the corner and discovered that Islington’s got more going on than you expected.