The Eight Apartments Shoreditch

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about The Eight Apartments Shoreditch? It’s tucked away on this tiny courtyard street that feels almost secret – King John Court is basically a hidden pocket between the main Shoreditch chaos and the slightly more buttoned-up areas heading toward Liverpool Street. I mean, you’re still right in the thick of everything, but there’s this weird calm once you duck into the courtyard that I honestly wasn’t expecting.

The apartments themselves feel like someone actually thought about how people live, not just how hotels are supposed to look. Each unit has proper kitchen space with decent appliances (I’m talking real cooking potential here, not just a sad mini-fridge), and the living areas don’t feel cramped even though you’re in central London where space costs more per square foot than most people’s cars. The design hits that sweet spot between modern and comfortable – clean lines without being sterile, you know? What really sold me was the attention to lighting; there are actually enough lamps and overhead options that you’re not squinting at your phone or struggling to read at night, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many places get this wrong.

Location-wise, you’re about a three-minute walk from Old Street roundabout, which sounds terrifying but is actually super useful for getting anywhere quickly. The Boxpark is right there if you want food trucks and that whole scene, but honestly, some of the best stuff is the smaller places locals hit up – there’s this Ethiopian place on Bethnal Green Road that’s absolutely worth the ten-minute walk, and the vintage shops along Brick Lane are close enough for weekend browsing without dealing with tourist crowds first thing in the morning. Parking is tricky (this is Shoreditch, after all), but the transport links are solid enough that you probably won’t need a car anyway.

One thing to know – weekends can get a bit lively since you’re surrounded by bars and late-night spots, but the courtyard setup actually buffers most of the noise. I stayed on a Friday night and could hear some street activity, but nothing that kept me awake. The building itself feels secure and well-maintained, which matters when you’re coming back late from dinner or drinks in the area. Check-in was straightforward, and the staff seemed to actually know the neighborhood well enough to give useful recommendations rather than just pointing you toward the obvious tourist spots. For what you get – proper apartment living in one of London’s most interesting neighborhoods – the whole experience feels like a solid value, especially if you’re planning to stay more than just a night or two and want to feel somewhat settled rather than just passing through.

Rooms

• Apartment with Balcony with 1 large double bed and 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
• Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
• Three-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed, 2 single beds and 1 extra-large double bed for 6 adults
• Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults
• Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for 4 adults
• Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
• Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 extra-large double bed and 1 double bed for 4 adults
• Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 extra-large double bed for 4 adults
• Three-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 single beds for 6 adults
• Three-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 single beds for 6 adults
• Three-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 extra-large double bed and 2 single beds for 6 adults

Facilities