London's holiday homes offer a different pace of travel. Instead of a standard hotel room, you get a private apartment, townhouse, or villa with space to spread out, a kitchen to cook in, and often a garden or terrace. Options range from compact studios in the city centre to a five-bedroom villa in Bexley with a hot tub and sauna. Budgets vary: some properties start from £100 per night, while larger homes with more amenities cost more, especially in central areas.
The best areas to stay depend on what you want to do. Kings Cross is ideal for transport links, with The Argyle Collection just steps from the Eurostar. Islington puts you close to the city's creative scene, while Clapham Common is a leafy, family-friendly area with easy access to central London. Most holiday homes include free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and sometimes private parking or a garden. Look for the Superb score of 90+ to find top-rated places, and book early for summer or holiday weekends.