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"Staying at Europa House is like having the keys to your very own London home - and an elegant, tasteful one at that. Inside this smart stuccoed townhouse are 13 spacious apartments, all with airy living rooms, 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms and neat kitchens. The sophisticated décor blends neutral tones with bespoke furnishings by Mark Brazier-Jones, and the discreet ambiance has been known to attract many a Hollywood A-lister. But this grown-up place also offers a warm welcome for families: child-friendly trappings include toys, games, and useful baby equipment. Set amid the tranquil canals, tree-lined avenues and lifestyle boutiques of Little Venice, Europa House is away from the madding crowds yet only a 10-minute Tube or taxi hop from the central sights. There are supermarkets and delis if you want to self-cater; a wide range of restaurants and cafes if you don't. Best of all, you get access to London’s largest private garden square - 3 beautiful acres of enclosed lawns, complete with a kids’ playground. It’s all so stylish and serene that some guests have been known to move in for several years - after a night here we wished we could, too. Highs Plenty of space and privacy, so it's ideal for families or groups of friends - the 2- and 3-bedroom apartments have double and twin rooms, plus 2 bathrooms Elegant and comfortable interiors, still looking lovely when we last visited Little Venice offers peaceful walks along the canal and a good base for exploring London - the apartments are 5 minutes' walk from Warwick Avenue and Maida Vale on the Bakerloo Line The enclosed grassy garden with children's playground is perfect for picnics and games There’s a 24-hour telephone concierge service to help you get the most out of London living, plus a secure underground car park on site (a rarity in the city) Lows There are pubs and restaurants nearby, but nightlife is a taxi or Tube ride away (a big plus for many) There's no one on reception at the weekends, but self-check-in is easy and the 24-hour concierge is on hand via the phone Some recent guests have found the hot water supply unreliable, but we didn't have an issue on our last visit However, we did find the WiFi connection to be patchy The ground floor apartment has windows facing the rear garden and offers less privacy" - Abi Dare

Spacious apartments, sleek kitchens, marble baths, private gardens
79A Randolph Ave., London W9 1DW, United Kingdom Get directions