Honestly, when I first walked up to 23 Harley Street, I wasn’t sure what to expect – the famous medical district isn’t exactly where you’d think to look for a place to stay. But that’s actually what makes these apartments so brilliant. You’re literally on one of London’s most prestigious streets (yes, the Harley Street where all the fancy doctors have their practices), yet you’re getting proper apartment-style accommodation instead of some stuffy hotel room.
The building itself has that classic Georgian charm you see all over this part of Westminster, but once you’re inside, it’s clearly been done up with modern travelers in mind. What I love about staying here is that you get a real kitchen – not just a mini-fridge and kettle situation – so you can actually cook if you want to save money or just fancy a proper breakfast before heading out. The apartments themselves feel more spacious than typical London accommodations, which, let’s be honest, isn’t saying much, but these genuinely don’t feel cramped. The furnishing is what I’d call “smart casual” – nice enough that you feel like you’re treating yourself, but not so precious that you’re afraid to put your feet up.
Location-wise, you’re absolutely spoiled here. Regent’s Park is literally a five-minute walk north – perfect for morning runs or just escaping the city madness for a bit. Oxford Street’s chaos is close enough when you need it (about ten minutes south), but far enough away that you’re not dealing with the tourist crowds and noise when you come home. The Tube connections are solid too – you’ve got Oxford Circus, Bond Street, and Regent’s Park stations all within easy walking distance, so getting anywhere in London is pretty straightforward. I mean, you’re also walking distance from some seriously good restaurants around Marylebone – little Italian places and gastropubs that locals actually go to, not just tourist traps.
The 8.3 rating makes sense to me because while it’s definitely a quality place, it’s not trying to be the Ritz. Check-in was smooth, staff knows their stuff without being overly formal, and honestly, the whole experience just feels… sensible. You know what I mean? It’s the kind of place where everything works as it should, the WiFi’s reliable, and you’re not constantly thinking about what’s going wrong or what’s missing. Parking’s obviously a nightmare like everywhere in central London, but if you’re planning to use public transport anyway, that won’t matter. The only minor thing I’d mention is that being on a main street, you do get some traffic noise – not terrible, but worth noting if you’re a super light sleeper. Overall though, if you want to feel like you’re actually living in London for a few days rather than just visiting, this spot really delivers on that.