Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard “pod accommodation” in central London, I was picturing something like sleeping in a capsule at an airport. But Eldon Chambers Pod 6 actually surprised me in the best way possible. It’s tucked away on this tiny court called Devereux Court, which you’d probably walk right past if you didn’t know it was there. I mean, you’re literally steps from the Thames and the Royal Courts of Justice, but it feels like you’ve stumbled into this quiet little pocket that tourists somehow miss.
The pod itself is… well, it’s exactly what it says on the tin, but done thoughtfully. You’re not getting a sprawling hotel room here, obviously, but everything you actually need is there and designed pretty cleverly. The bed’s comfortable enough (I’m a side sleeper and didn’t wake up with a crick in my neck), and honestly, the whole setup feels more like staying in a really well-organized studio apartment than some cramped afterthought. What I loved most was how quiet it gets at night – you know how London can be with the sirens and late-night revelers, but this little court is surprisingly peaceful. The building itself has this old-world charm that makes you feel like you’re staying somewhere with actual character, not just another generic accommodation.
Here’s the thing that’ll matter to you: the location is genuinely brilliant if you want to be in the thick of things without paying West End hotel prices. You can walk to Covent Garden in about five minutes, but you’re also right there if you want to pop over to the South Bank or catch a show. The Temple tube station is practically around the corner, though honestly, I found myself walking most places because everything’s so close. Just a heads up though – there’s not really anywhere to park nearby if you’re driving, but then again, you’d be mad to drive in this part of London anyway. The whole City Living London setup is pretty smooth too; check-in was straightforward, and they seem to know what they’re doing with the pod concept. It’s not going to be everyone’s cup of tea if you need loads of space to spread out, but if you’re the type who’s barely in your room anyway and just wants somewhere clean, comfortable, and genuinely well-located to crash, this hits the mark.