Honestly, when I first walked up to 24 Molyneux Street, I wasn’t expecting much – it’s tucked away on this quiet residential street that you’d probably miss if you weren’t looking for it. But that’s actually what makes this one-bedroom apartment so perfect for London. You’re literally in the heart of Marylebone, which I mean, most tourists think ends at Oxford Street, but locals know the real charm is in these Georgian side streets just north of there.
The apartment itself feels way more spacious than most London places – and trust me, I’ve seen my share of “cozy” flats that barely fit a suitcase. The bedroom actually has room to walk around the bed (revolutionary, I know), and the living area doesn’t feel cramped when you’ve got your stuff spread out. What really got me though was how quiet it is at night. You’d think being so close to the action would mean traffic noise, but Molyneux Street is residential enough that you’ll sleep properly. The only sounds you’ll hear are the occasional footsteps of neighbors and maybe some early morning deliveries – which honestly feels authentically London without being annoying.
Location-wise, you’re about a three-minute walk to Baker Street station, and I actually timed it because I’m obsessive like that. But more importantly, you’re surrounded by proper neighborhood spots that tourists usually miss. There’s this brilliant little café called Ginger & White just around the corner on Pershore Place where locals actually queue for coffee – not because it’s trendy, but because it’s genuinely good. The Marylebone High Street is maybe five minutes away, and that’s where you’ll find proper shops mixed with the kind of restaurants where Londoners take their parents for Sunday lunch. Wallace Collection is practically next door if you’re into art, and honestly, it’s criminally underrated compared to the big museums everyone talks about.
The check-in was straightforward – no awkward key handoffs in random locations like some places make you do. Everything worked properly, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised how many London rentals have mysterious shower controls or heating systems that require an engineering degree. The kitchen’s compact but functional if you want to grab groceries from the Waitrose on Marylebone High Street, though with all the good eating options around, you probably won’t cook much.
One thing I really appreciated – the wifi actually works properly for video calls, which matters if you’re mixing business with pleasure or just need to check in with family back home. The whole building feels well-maintained, not like some converted flats where you can hear everything through paper-thin walls. You know what really sealed it for me though? Walking back from dinner one evening, seeing the warm light from the apartment windows and thinking “yeah, this feels like home, not just somewhere I’m staying.” At that rating of 8.9, honestly, I’m not surprised – it delivers exactly what it promises without trying to be something it’s not.