Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first walked down Saint Anne’s Court – it’s one of those narrow little passages tucked between Wardour Street and Dean Street that you’d probably miss if you weren’t specifically looking for it. But that’s actually what makes St Anne’s Court by Indigo Flats so brilliant. You’re literally in the heart of Soho, with all the chaos and energy that comes with it, but the moment you step into Suite A, there’s this immediate sense of calm that catches you off guard.
The thing about this place is that it gets the balance right between feeling like a proper hotel and having that apartment-style comfort that actually lets you settle in. I mean, you’ve got Ronnie Scott’s jazz club practically on your doorstep, and you can hear the faint hum of Soho’s nightlife if you really listen, but the soundproofing is surprisingly good – something you definitely appreciate when you’re trying to sleep off a long day of wandering around Oxford Street or the British Museum. The staff seem to know their stuff too, not in that overly rehearsed way, but more like they’ve actually lived in London long enough to give you decent recommendations. When I asked about getting to Borough Market without dealing with tourist crowds, they knew exactly which tube route to suggest and what time to go.
What really won me over, though, were the small touches that show someone’s actually thought about what travelers need. The kitchenette isn’t just for show – it’s got proper equipment, which is a godsend when you want to grab fresh ingredients from the markets on Berwick Street (literally a two-minute walk) and make something simple instead of eating out every meal. The Wi-Fi actually works consistently, the shower pressure is decent, and there’s enough space to properly unpack without feeling like you’re living out of a suitcase. Plus, and this might sound random, but the windows are large enough that you get genuine natural light during the day, which makes a bigger difference than you’d think when you’re staying somewhere for more than a night or two. The 8.3 rating makes sense to me – it’s not trying to be the fanciest place in London, but it delivers on the things that actually matter when you’re exploring a city like this. You’re close enough to walk to Covent Garden, the theatre district, or even Regent’s Park if you’re feeling ambitious, but you’re also surrounded by the kind of independent restaurants and vintage shops that make Soho feel authentic rather than touristy.