187, Rotherhithe new road, Southwark, London, SE16 2BE, United Kingdom
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London Stay Apartments Overview

First Impressions

When I first walked up to London Stay Apartments on Rotherhithe New Road, I’ll be honest — it’s not the flashiest building you’ll see. But you know what? That’s actually part of its charm. This three-star property sits quietly in Southwark, and there’s something refreshingly unpretentious about the whole setup. The entrance is clean and straightforward, and the staff genuinely seemed happy to see me rather than just going through the motions.

The Apartment Experience

Here’s where things get interesting — each apartment feels more like staying in a friend’s place than a typical hotel room. The kitchen setup is actually functional (I mean, you can cook a proper meal here, not just heat up instant noodles). I spent a good chunk of my morning making coffee and planning my day from the little dining area, which honestly felt more relaxing than rushing down to a crowded hotel breakfast room. The furnishings are modern without trying too hard, and everything you need is there — from decent Wi-Fi to enough storage space for a week’s worth of clothes.

Location Perks

Southwark gets overlooked by a lot of tourists, but that’s their loss. You’re actually in one of London‘s most interesting neighborhoods here — close enough to the Thames that you can walk to the river in about ten minutes, but far enough from the tourist crowds that you feel like you’re experiencing real London life. The Canada Water tube station is a short bus ride away, and honestly, the bus connections from this area are better than you’d expect. I found myself exploring parts of London I probably wouldn’t have discovered if I’d stayed in the obvious tourist zones.

What Makes It Work for Couples

I can definitely see why couples rate this place so highly — there’s something intimate about having your own space rather than just a hotel room. You can actually spend a quiet evening in without feeling like you’re trapped in a tiny box. The apartment layout gives you room to breathe, whether you want to cook dinner together or just spread out with a book. Plus, the neighborhood has some genuinely good pubs and cafes within walking distance, the kind of places where locals actually hang out rather than tourist traps.

Why Guests Love It

Look, this isn’t going to blow your mind with fancy amenities or over-the-top service, but that’s sort of the point. What you get is solid value, a real sense of living in London rather than just visiting, and the kind of stay where you actually feel settled after the first night. The recent guests who rated the location highly weren’t wrong — you’re positioned perfectly to explore both the traditional London sights and the more authentic neighborhood spots that most visitors miss entirely. For the price point, you’re getting way more space and independence than you’d find in a traditional hotel, and sometimes that’s exactly what you need.

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London Stay Apartments Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Quadruple Room2 single beds and 1 double bed for 4 adults
Double Room1 double bed for 2 adults
Single Room1 single bed for 1 adult
Twin Room2 single beds for 2 adults
Triple Room1 single bed, 1 double bed, or and 3 single beds for 3 adults
Budget Single Room1 single bed for 1 adult
Budget Double Room1 double bed for 2 adults
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Reviews of London Stay Apartments

  • Heather from Italy (8/10)

    This stay was excellent value for money, especially for London! My room was super comfortable and I appreciated having the kichenette. Public transportation nearby was excellent, so I had no problems getting to the centre or anywhere else in the greater London area (Richmond, Greenwich, etc).

  • Louie from United Kingdom (7/10)

  • Charles from United Kingdom (9/10)

    Very clean
    Beds super comfy
    Facilities in the room were good
    Tea coffee biscuits left in room
    Easy to get to the tube station
    24/7 shop next door

  • Ian from United Kingdom (9/10)

    This flat is tidy, well retrofitted and well arranged for what it is. the windows are good and cut down the traffic noise well and the ceilings are high making the room seem airy despite its size. The bathroom and shower are good. it is a short walk from Surrey Quays, Canada Water and South Bermondsey in a lively and developing area (zone 2). The staff are friendly and organised. For London it is good value. It is what it claims to be – a small flat with a low price in a busy area with good accessible links ideal as a base for short trips. Provided that is what you want it is a good option.

  • Victoria from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Comfortable.

  • Teodora from Bulgaria (8/10)

    The room was small, but well-equipped. We wanted to book an accommodation exactly in this neighbourhood for personal reasons, so it was perfect for us. The bed was a bit small for two people, but really comfortable.

  • Ben from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Availability
    interactions with staff before we arrived
    very well equipped room

  • Alejandro from Spain (9/10)

    The room was amazing, very clean and everything you need to be comfortable, at least on my opinion the location is really nice as well even to go walking.

  • Robert from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Everything, for beginning I little afraid because I get room in basement but it was OK.

  • Andrew from United Kingdom (7/10)

    The flat was well lit ,good facilities with good clean microwave ,toaster kettle and sink the bathroom was clean and warm good shower no leaks, towels provided the tv remote worked and good reception

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • The Quad: 3 km
  • Tower Bridge: 2.9 km
  • Butlers Wharf: 2.5 km
  • Durands Wharf: 2.1 km
  • London Bridge: 3.7 km
  • Tower of London: 3.3 km
  • Russia Dock Woodland: 2.3 km
  • Tower Bridge Exhibition: 2.7 km
  • Surrey Linear Canal Park: 2.3 km
  • Leyton Square Community Playground: 1.4 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Pinch of Spice Grill: 30 m
  • Restaurant Lebanese Falafel and Grill: 10 m
  • Restaurant Lion’s Den Chicken & Grill: 30 m

Top attractions:

  • Big Ben: 5 km
  • Sky Garden: 4.1 km
  • Victoria Park: 6 km
  • Greenwich Park: 4.4 km
  • Somerset House: 6 km
  • Banqueting House: 6 km
  • Trafalgar Square: 6 km
  • Churchill War Rooms: 6 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Canada Water: 1.1 km
  • Forest Eltham Common: 10 km

Ski lifts:

  • Brentwood Park Lift: 40 km
  • Sandown Ski Centre Lift: 33 km

Public transport:

  • Metro Canada Water: 1.3 km
  • Metro Surrey Quays: 600 m
  • Train Surrey Quays: 550 m
  • Train South Bermondsey: 600 m
  • Bus Victoria Coach Station: 8 km

Closest airports:

  • London City Airport: 10 km
  • London Gatwick Airport: 48 km
  • London Heathrow Airport: 29 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Miscellaneous:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Tile/marble floor

Languages spoken:

  • Bulgarian
  • English

Cleaning services:

  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shower
  • Laundry
  • Designated smoking area
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House Rules at London Stay Apartments

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 15:00 to 22:00
  • Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out:

  • From 01:00 to 11:00

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.6

Comfort:

8.0

Location:

7.8

Free WiFi:

8.6

Facilities:

7.9

Cleanliness:

8.0

Value for money:

7.9