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Flat in Soho
Stunning Soho Apartment | Modern 2 Bed | Terrace
Make magical moments at this luxury 2 bedroom apartment perfectly positioned in the very heart of vibrant Soho. Enjoying an enviable location on the world famous Old Compton street, make the most of all that London’s iconic West End has to offer – safe in the knowledge that home is only moments away if you fancy popping back to freshen up or unwind. Start your day with an espresso on your private balcony, which overlooks a peaceful English churchyard, as you soak up the sounds of the Capital beginning to stir. A rare luxury in such a central location, yet surprisingly tranquil, watch the space transform as evening falls and the stars arrive. Inside, the apartment is an oasis of contemporary style, with a modern, eclectic aesthetic that creates a warm, relaxing space. Indulge in the glamour of this revitalized residence – where extra thought and attention has gone into providing a unique, boutique design for the apartment’s two king bedrooms. With deep, sumptuous orthopaedic mattresses and crisp, white linens, you could be forgiven for thinking you were staying at a luxury hotel. All the windows feature double glazing and black out blinds to keep the city lights and noises out, and privacy and warmth in, so you can catch up on sleep and reenergise, ready for another day exploring Soho. The heart of the flat is an open-concept living and dining room, where vintage seating and warm fabrics contrast with a sleek, fully-equipped kitchen. Everything you need for an extended stay has been provided for – from hob, fridge and microwave oven, to espresso maker and wine glasses, while seating for six means you’ve no excuse not entertain guests and let them enjoy the apartment too. Keep an eye out for the curated collection of artwork that adorn the walls, where bold pieces from local artists mix with vintage film prints. Modern and stylish, this two bedroom apartment is the perfect place to escape the bustling city or throw a small party of your own. You'll have total exclusive access to the apartment. Check-in is both easy and flexible thanks to a keysafe (located nearby, details provided before arrival), meaning you're not left waiting around for hosts to meet you and can make the most of your time in London. The apartment makes it indulgently easy to slip into neighborhood life, with plenty of shopping and dining literally on your doorstep —everything from pub-casual to special celebration. Being in the center of vibrant Soho affords you the choice of many world-renowned restaurants or the option of discovering quaint little bistros on less-visited paths. Perhaps start your day of sightseeing with a light brunch in Covent Garden (5 minute walk), where you’ll find no shortage of delicious bakeries and cafes in the piazza. After, capitalize on everything the Capital has to offer – get lost in the National Gallery (5 minute walk), find some great shopping on Oxford Street (7 minute walk) or something more unique on Carnaby Street (5 minutes), be transported to another land in Chinatown (2 minutes), or catch a show in the theatre district (3-10 minutes). On sunny days, stroll down to St Anne’s Courtyard with a book or join the rest of the city on the leafy setting of Green Park (15 minutes) —and why not continue on to Buckingham Palace, at the far edge of the Hyde Park, to see the changing of the guard? But of course, when the sun sets, and after a wardrobe change, do remember to explore the rich culture and nightlife Soho is famous for and dance the night away in the greatest city on earth. Please note that the apartment – like so many in London – does not have an elevator / lift. It is located on the 3rd floor, but the approximately 35 steps are barely noticeable and provide a little exercise to offset some of the culinary indulgence that Soho has to offer! Also worth noting is that, unlike many other churches in England, St Anne's Church thankfully does not ring/chime through the night, meaning you can benefit from undisturbed sleep! *Please be aware that, due to some shockingly disrespectful guests throwing parties, we now use noise level monitoring software (Minut). This doesn’t listen to guests, as your privacy is very important to us; merely notifies us if noise levels reach unsociable levels.
10–17 JanIndividual Host,
£373 per night
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
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Flat in Covent Garden
Cosy apartment in Covent Garden
A very cosy one bedroom apartment in the heart of Covent Garden with a bright and sunny corner aspect overlooking Endell Street and Shorts Gardens, located on the first floor of this attractive period building. Recently and sympathetically refurbished to a high standard, with air conditioning, reception room with dual aspect windows, separate fitted kitchen, bedroom and fitted bathroom, Moments' walk from; The British Museum, National and Portrait Galleries, Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden Plaza, Soho, Lincolns Inn, River Thames, South Bank, Theatreland, Oxford Street, The Royal Parks,
31 Jan – 7 FebProfessional Host,
£168 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews
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Flat in Marylebone
West End - 2 Bed, 2 Bath, with terrace new build
This brand new apartments, in the heart of London (1min from Regent St.) offers 2 double bedrooms, with one ensuite and a second bathroom. There is a fantastic terrace with a view over the roof tops of London. The apartment has comfort cooling & heating, underfloor heating, fibre-optic wi-fi, acoustic double glazed windows and fantastic rain showers. We operate the apartments to the highest sustainability and wellness standards - carbon negative, zero chemicals used, zero one-time use plastic
13–20 OctProfessional Host,
£566 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 101 reviews

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Other great holiday rentals in Central London

Superhost
Flat in Marylebone
Air Conditioned Flat 2 mins Walk to Oxford Streetu
26 Jul – 2 AugIndividual Host,
£338 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews
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Flat in Soho
Cosy flat in the heart of Soho
12–19 FebProfessional Host,
£225 per night
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews
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Apartment in Soho
Flat in Soho
30 Sept – 7 OctIndividual Host,
£287 per night
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 52 reviews
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Apartment in Paddington
Little Venice Garden Flat
17–24 OctIndividual Host,
£511 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 59 reviews
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Home in Mayfair
Luxury Townhouse by Hyde Park & Oxford Street
23–30 SeptProfessional Host,
£765 per night
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 83 reviews
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Flat in Soho
Iconic Oxford Street 3 Bedroom Apartment
21–28 JanIndividual Host,
£700 per night
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 59 reviews
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Apartment in Camden
Fantastic Covent Garden Oxford St Studio Apartment
16–23 OctIndividual Host,
£329 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 32 reviews
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Apartment in Battersea
Battersea Power Station - 1 BR (River Front)
28 Jan – 4 FebIndividual Host,
£311 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews
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Flat in London
South Ken designer pad
Individual Host
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews
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Apartment in Covent Garden
Stylish Space in Covent Garden - 2 Bed/2 Bath
11–18 JanIndividual Host,
£435 per night
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews
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Townhouse in London
New Luxury Town House with AC
14–21 OctIndividual Host,
£787 per night
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
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Flat in Southwark
Tower Bridge - With Luxury Gym & Pool
14–21 AprProfessional Host,
£482 per night
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

Your guide to Central London

Welcome to Central London

As an immense urban tangle of historic wonders and cutting-edge entertainment, full of people from all over the globe, London certainly makes a strong case for being one of the best cities in the world. Its centre is a cultural theme park of museums, theatre, architecture, and galleries, bisected west to east by the mighty River Thames. These days, watching the sunset from a rooftop cocktail bar, dining at the hottest new concept restaurant, or admiring the view from the green summits of Primrose Hill or Hampstead Heath are as essential to the London experience as famous sights such as the British Museum, the Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral, and Tate Modern.

Reliably good neighbourhoods for mooching are hip and snazzy Soho; the legal district between Temple and Holborn, for architecture and the oldest pubs; bookish Bloomsbury; and for epic nightlife, cult bars, and eateries, the east London scene around Shoreditch, Haggerston, and Dalston, where the wellspring of cool hasn’t yet run dry. It doesn’t matter how many times you come to Central London: There’s always something new to discover. Even those who live here have no hope of keeping up.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Central London

London is a round-the-clock, round-the-calendar city, where dull moments are in short supply. Crowded times include bank holidays and December, though the Christmas shows and festive fairs have a special appeal. July and August can feel too hot for packed museums and shopping streets. The tradeoff of peak summer is parks hosting music festivals and the Notting Hill Carnival. January is a clever bet for sales shopping and quieter venues, as long as you’re not turned off by the dearth of party spirit. Spring and autumn are always great times to book a holiday apartment. More crucial is visiting when that play, band, or exhibition you wanted to see is on.


Top things to do in Central London

Regent’s Canal

For a peaceful introduction to London life, take a stroll along the Regent’s Canal from cutesy Little Venice. Passing colourful houseboats you’ll reach vibrant Camden Lock, new foodie epicentre Kings Cross, Islington, and then the canalside cafes and bars of Hackney. See warehouses, breweries, and artists’ studios in Hackney Wick before finishing at the green Olympic Park or Limehouse Basin.

Outdoor Dining

For a notoriously rainy city, London has embraced al fresco dining as if it were the Mediterranean. Once you’ve ticked off Borough Market, try its cool new equivalent nearby at Maltby Street Market. For street food and outdoor drinking there’s Vinegar Yard, near London Bridge, and Pop Brixton.

Alternative Shopping Streets

Shopping doesn’t have to be all about Oxford Street. Less crowded drags with superlative boutique brands lie a few minutes north around Marylebone High Street, out west on the posh and leafy King’s Road, or in arty Islington. For more edgy labels head to Soho, Spitalfields, and Coal Drops Yard in Kings Cross.

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