Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw “Netflix and Nespresso” in the name, I rolled my eyes a bit. But you know what? These Covent Garden apartments actually deliver on that promise, and then some. Walking up Floral Street (which, by the way, is this gorgeous little pedestrian stretch that most tourists rush past on their way to the main piazza), you’d almost miss the entrance if you weren’t looking for it. That’s sort of the charm though – it feels like you’re staying in a proper London building, not some sterile hotel block.
The apartments themselves are exactly what you’d want if you’re planning to actually live in London for a few days rather than just crash between sightseeing marathons. I mean, the Nespresso machine is legit – not one of those sad pod things that barely makes coffee-flavored water. And honestly, after walking around Covent Garden all day (your feet will hurt, trust me), there’s something perfect about settling in with a proper coffee and scrolling through Netflix on their decent-sized TV. The kitchenettes are small but functional – I managed to make breakfast without feeling like I was playing Tetris with the appliances. The whole setup just makes sense for London, where you’re paying premium prices anyway, so why not get a bit more space and the option to eat something that isn’t £15 fish and chips?
What really sold me on the location was how you’re literally in the thick of everything, but tucked away enough that you’re not dealing with the street performers and crowds right outside your window. You can walk to the Royal Opera House in about two minutes – I actually heard the orchestra warming up one evening, which was pretty magical. The Neal’s Yard area is right around the corner, and if you haven’t wandered through there yet, do it. It’s this tiny colorful courtyard that feels like a secret, even though it’s not really. Leicester Square is close enough for last-minute theater tickets, but far enough that you won’t hear drunk tourists at 2 AM. The tube connections are solid too – Covent Garden station can get absolutely packed (avoid it during rush hour if you can), but Leicester Square and Holborn are both walkable alternatives.
The 8.8 rating makes sense to me – it’s not trying to be some luxury palace, but it nails what it’s going for. The check-in process was smooth, the place was clean without that aggressive lemony hotel smell, and the WiFi actually worked well enough for video calls back home. My only real complaint? The shower pressure was just okay, and the walls aren’t super thick, so you might hear your neighbors if they’re having a loud phone conversation. But honestly, for the location and the fact that you get proper apartment amenities rather than a cramped hotel room, I’d book it again. Especially if you’re the type who wants to duck out of the tourist chaos and feel somewhat normal for a few hours each day.