S7 - Beautiful Apartment in Central London

Summary:
★ One-bedroom flat in a quiet central location.
★ 5-minute walk to Paddington train station and Lancaster Gate tube station
★ Features a UK standard double bed and a double sofa bed
★ Luggage storage is available from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm.
★ Fresh linen and towels, also toiletries are provided.
★ Family-friendly and laptop-friendly with high-speed Wi-Fi
★ Central Heating with a smart thermostat
★ Located on the 2nd floor - no lift facility.
★ Easy self-check-in with an electronic lock, keyless.

The Space:
Living Room:
- Balcony with nice views.
- Fully equipped open-plan kitchen with electric hobs
- Toaster, kettle, and fridge
- 3-in-1 Microwave/Grill/Oven
- Nescafé Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS Pod Capsule coffee machine
- Dining table for 4 guests
- Comfortable UK standard sofa bed
- Washing / dryer machine + clothesline

Bathroom:
- Fresh hotel quality towels and toilet rolls (provided at check-in only)
- Shampoo + shower gel.
- Hair dryer + iron.

Bedroom:
- UK standard double bed
- Wardrobe with ironing board, clothes rack, and hangers
- Fresh linen set (only one duvet per bed and top sheet not provided)

Baby Set: Available on request and provided free of charge - includes baby travel cot, high chair, and baby tub (please bring your own cot linen for your baby).

Guest Access:
Whole flat with your own kitchen and bathroom - no sharing.

Door Lock Codes: The lock codes for the main building door and apartment door are changed with every reservation at check-out time. You will receive the new codes one day before your arrival.

The Neighborhood:
Nearby Attractions
Hyde Park: 12 minutes walk
Kensington Gardens: 15 minutes walk
The Serpentine (in Hyde Park): 20 minutes walk
Little Venice: 14 minutes walk
Madame Tussauds: 25 minutes walk or 10 minutes by Tube

Attractions Further Afield
Oxford Street: 30 minutes walk or 10 minutes by Tube
Regent's Park: 25 minutes walk or 12 minutes by Tube
Buckingham Palace: 40 minutes walk or 15 minutes by Tube
The British Museum: 45 minutes walk or 18 minutes by Tube
Covent Garden: 50 minutes walk or 20 minutes by Tube

Major Landmarks
The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben: 50 minutes walk or 20 minutes by Tube
The London Eye: 50 minutes walk or 22 minutes by Tube
The Tower of London: 25 minutes by Tube
The Shard: 25 minutes by Tube

Museums and Galleries
The Natural History Museum: 45 minutes walk or 15 minutes by Tube
The Victoria and Albert Museum: 45 minutes walk or 15 minutes by Tube
The Science Museum: 45 minutes walk or 15 minutes by Tube

Theatres
Royal Albert Hall: 20 minutes by Tube
Apollo Victoria Theatre: 15 minutes by Tube
Her Majesty's Theatre: 20 minutes by Tube
Victoria Palace Theatre: 15 minutes by Tube
Lyceum Theatre: 20 minutes by Tube
Savoy Theatre: 20 minutes by Tube
Gielgud Theatre: 20 minutes by Tube
London Palladium: 15 minutes by Tube
Prince of Wales Theatre: 20 minutes by Tube
Adelphi Theatre: 20 minutes by Tube
Shaftesbury Theatre: 20 minutes by Tube
Dominion Theatre: 20 minutes by Tube

Grocery Shops:
Tesco Express :4 minutes walk Sainsbury's Local
Sainsbury's Local - 6 minutes walk
Marks & Spencer Simply Food- 6 minutes walk
Few more local grocery shop just around the corner

Pharmacies:
Boots Pharmacy: 3 minutes walk
Superdrug: 5 minutes walk

There are many Restaurants / Bars/coffee shops/breakfasts - a 5 minutes walk

Getting Around:
1. By Tube- 5 minutes walk
Paddington Station (Accessible) - Bakerloo Line/ Circle Line / District Line / Hammersmith & City Line
Lancaster Gate Station - Central Line
-2. By Train
Paddington Station: This major railway station offers services to various parts of the UK, including the Heathrow Express, which provides a quick 30-minute connection to Heathrow Airport.
3. By Bus
Numerous bus routes pass through Paddington, providing access to different parts of London. Key bus routes include 7, 23, 27, 36, and 205.
4. By Bicycle
Santander Cycles: There are several docking stations around Paddington where you can rent a bike.
Cycle Routes: Paddington is well-connected to London’s network of cycle lanes, making it easy and safe to cycle around.
5. By Foot
Paddington is a walkable neighbourhood with many attractions, shops, and restaurants within easy walking distance. Key landmarks like Hyde Park and Regent’s Canal are just a short stroll away.
6. By Taxi or Rideshare
Taxis are readily available around Paddington Station.
Rideshare Services: Apps like Uber, Bolt, and Free Now operate in the area.
7. By Car
Parking: Street parking is available but can be limited. There are also several car parks in the area, such as the Q-Park on Queensway and the APCOA car park at Paddington Station.
Car Rentals: Several car rental services are available in the vicinity.

Airport
• Heathrow:
Heathrow Express: The fastest and most convenient way. Non-stop trains run every 15 minutes, taking about 15 minutes to reach Paddington Station.

• Gatwick:
Gatwick Express + London Underground: Take the Gatwick Express to Victoria Station (30 minutes) and then the Circle Line or District Line to Paddington (15-20 minutes).

• Luton:
Thameslink Train + London Underground: Take the shuttle bus from Luton Airport to Luton Airport Parkway Station, then the Thameslink train to Farringdon (40-50 minutes), and then the Circle or Hammersmith & City Line to Paddington (20 minutes).

• Stansted:
Stansted Express + London Underground: Take the Stansted Express to Liverpool Street Station (45 minutes) and then the Circle or Hammersmith & City Line to Paddington (20 minutes).

• London City:
DLR + Elizabeth Line: Take the DLR to Canary Wharf, then switch to the Elizabeth Line to Paddington (about 30 minutes).


Public Transport Apps: Use apps like Citymapper or TfL Go for real-time travel updates and route planning.

Other Things to Note:
- Linen Sets: the cleaning company prepares linen according to two persons per bed. If you need to sleep separately to use sofa bed, the cleaning company charges a one-off (per whole reservation) £30 per linen set.

- Guest Number: the apartment is prepared according to the number of guest on the reservation, please ensure you enter the correct guest number.

- Cancellation policy: We are open to an exceptional cancellation option, including refunds or vouchers in case of an emergency or last-minute change of plans. Each request will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to find a solution that benefits both parties.

- Damage Deposit: A damage deposit may be required for certain bookings. It will be fully reimbursed upon check-out, subject to a property inspection.

- ID request: photo ID could be required before arrival to prevent fraud. Since the apartment has self-check-in, this helps ensure the safety of all guests in the building.

- Kindly remember that you're staying in a house, not a hotel. Please treat the space with respect. If any problems arise, we will do our best to address them promptly, but note that no one lives on-site 24/7.

Parties are strictly prohibited. If you host a party, you will be asked to leave immediately and reported to the platform. The entire building is a Smoke-free area. A cleaning fee of £300 will be charged if smoking is detected.

Interaction with Guests:
We have a 24/7 phone for emergencies.