The Hoxton Hotel

I have stayed at The Hoxton twice this year and it's main appeal is that it's a "casual" hotel that feels like a backpacker hostel but for the mature and slightly more discerning traveller. The staff are very friendly and the "packed breakfast" delivered to your room (there's no dining room) is nice...just enough for a snack and if you're travelling alone in a double room you get two! There's free interenet and the central courtyard and adjoining public bar are very convivial. It's a no frills hotel it's a great hotel and excellent vibe and great location.

Rates off season can be very attractive given it's central location (very near Old St underground) but otherwise it's very expensive and the twin room beds are tiny (double room beds okay).

No amenities though you can use a nearby gym with pool (nothing fancy) for a small fee.

Couldn't have picked a better place to stay - excellent value for money, funky surroundings, comfortable room and spotless bathroom.

The furniture in the lobby obviously gets a lot of hammer and some chairs need replacing.

Other than that, I can find no fault, and will certainly be returning to my new favourite hotel in my new favourite area of London.

Hotel was very clean and friendly. staff were very helpful and friendly and some nice little touches such as fresh milk in the rooms. Good price for a Sunday night and would highly recommend for the price.