Baker Street Apartments

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Baker Street Apartments? The address says York Street, but you’re literally a two-minute walk from the actual Baker Street – I mean, we’re talking Sherlock Holmes territory here, which honestly never gets old. The building itself sits on this quiet stretch where you get all the Westminster perks without the tourist chaos that swamps the main drags. I’ve stayed in a lot of London places over the years, and finding somewhere that feels residential but puts you this close to everything… well, it’s sort of the holy grail, isn’t it?

The apartments themselves are properly spacious – and I don’t mean London spacious where you can touch both walls with your arms stretched out. These actually feel like places where people live, not hotel rooms masquerading as apartments. The kitchens are functional enough that you could cook real meals if you wanted to (though with Chiltern Street’s restaurants a five-minute walk away, why would you?). What really impressed me was how quiet it gets at night. You’d think being this central would mean sirens and drunk people shouting, but York Street is tucked away enough that you actually sleep. The only sound I really noticed was the occasional Tube rumble, but it’s more comforting than annoying – reminds you you’re in proper London.

Here’s the thing about the location that the maps don’t tell you: Marylebone station is practically around the corner, which means the Heathrow Express is stupidly convenient. But more importantly, you’re in this pocket of London that locals actually use. The little Waitrose on Marylebone High Street, the proper pubs that aren’t tourist traps, Regent’s Park when you need green space – it all just works. I watched people walking their dogs in the morning, saw the same coffee shop regular every day, felt like I was getting a glimpse of actual London life rather than just ticking off attractions. The 4-star rating feels about right – it’s not trying to be fancy, just comfortable and well-thought-out. And that 9.3 rating makes sense when you realize how rare it is to find somewhere that nails both the practical stuff (good wifi, reliable hot water, proper blackout curtains) and the intangible things that make a place feel right.

Rooms

• Standard Apartment with 1 double bed and 3 single beds for 5 adults

Facilities