London City Apartment

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about London City Apartment? It’s tucked away on this quiet residential street in Hackney that honestly feels like a secret – Buxton Court isn’t somewhere you’d stumble across by accident, but that’s actually part of its charm. The building itself has that solid Victorian brick thing going on that you see all over this part of London, and when I walked up to number 24, I got the sense that someone really thought about turning this into proper accommodation rather than just slapping some furniture in a flat and calling it a hotel.

The location is sort of perfect if you want to feel like you’re living in London rather than just visiting it. Throsby Street connects you to some genuinely good local spots – there’s this brilliant little café about three minutes’ walk away that does proper flat whites, and you’re close enough to Angel station that getting into central London doesn’t feel like a mission. But here’s the thing that surprised me: despite being in N1 (which can get pretty hectic), the actual street stays remarkably quiet, especially in the evenings. I mean, you’ll hear the occasional delivery truck in the morning, but nothing that’ll keep you up at night. The apartment itself feels more spacious than most London accommodations – and I’ve stayed in my fair share of shoebox-sized places around the city. The kitchen actually works (you’d be amazed how often that’s not the case), with decent counter space and a proper-sized fridge. The bathroom’s got good water pressure too, which honestly matters more than people admit when you’re dealing with London’s ancient plumbing systems.

What really sells this place for me is how it manages to hit that sweet spot between being a proper local experience and still having the reliability you want from a four-star spot. The check-in process was smooth – no standing around waiting for someone to show up with keys – and there’s enough attention to detail that you can tell they actually care about the guest experience. It’s not trying to be flashy or Instagram-perfect, just genuinely comfortable and well-thought-out. If you’re the type who wants to pop out for groceries at the little Tesco Express down the road or grab dinner at one of the Turkish restaurants nearby, this feels like the right base. Plus, and this might sound minor but it’s not, the wifi actually works properly throughout the space, which isn’t always guaranteed in these converted London buildings with their thick walls and quirky layouts.

Rooms

• Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 2 single beds for 4 adults

Facilities