You know what struck me first about this place? The address says Westminster Borough, but honestly, you’re smack in the middle of Covent Garden’s chaos – and I mean that in the best possible way. Walking down Odhams Walk feels like you’ve stumbled onto one of those tucked-away London streets that tourists usually miss, even though you’re literally steps from the madness of the piazza.
The apartment itself is proper spacious for central London standards – I mean, two actual bedrooms where you can close doors and have privacy. That’s worth its weight in gold here. The living area has this lived-in feel that makes you want to sprawl on the sofa with a cup of tea, and the kitchen’s got everything you’d actually need if you’re planning to dodge restaurant prices for a few meals (smart move, considering where you are). What I really appreciated was how quiet it gets at night – you’d think being this close to Covent Garden’s restaurants and bars would mean constant noise, but Odhams Walk is surprisingly peaceful once the evening crowds thin out. The building’s got character too, that sort of London residential vibe where you feel like you’re actually living somewhere rather than just passing through.
Location-wise, this is where things get interesting. You’re about a three-minute walk to Covent Garden station, which connects you to basically everywhere – but more importantly, you can wander to Borough Market on a Saturday morning, catch a show in the West End without the tourist hotel prices, or grab groceries at the Sainsbury’s on Drury Lane when you realize London meal costs are going to bankrupt you. I found myself using the apartment as a proper base rather than just a place to sleep, partly because coming back between morning sightseeing and evening plans actually felt appealing. The area gets busy during the day (obviously – it’s Covent Garden), but there’s something nice about watching all the street performers and market energy from your window, then stepping out whenever you feel like joining it. Fair warning though: weekends bring serious crowds, especially when the weather’s decent, so if you’re trying to get anywhere quickly on a Saturday afternoon, allow extra time. The 8.4 rating feels about right – it’s not luxury, but it’s exactly what you want when you’re trying to experience London like you actually live here rather than just visiting.