A well-known historic district in England, City of London is a beautiful place to explore. While you are here, you can visit the Museum of London to view its amazing collections of medieval artefacts. Jump on a big red bus in London and go shopping at Selfridges and Harrods between sightseeing. By hopping across the pond, you can have tea with Canadian geese at Buckingham Palace. At a nearby pier, you can board a River Thames boat cruise to travel to Hyde Park for summer concerts. At neighbourhood pubs, you can have delightful culinary experiences trying fish and chips with glasses of ale. If you love architecture, you can drop by St. Paul’s Cathedral to marvel at the wonders of the 17th-century structure. If you’re hoping to sip tea with HRH Queen Elizabeth, scroll down for the top Airbnb vacation rentals in City of London, United Kingdom.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 10, 2024.
1. Lovely apartment near transportation (from USD 151)
With an elevator for transporting luggage and Harrods’ shopping bags, guests can surely enjoy a comfortable stay. In the modern kitchen, you can prepare finger sandwiches, scones, and tea for picnics in Hyde Park. The living area has leather couches, on which you can rest your weary muscles while watching TV. With laundry facilities available, you can have a bath with fizzing bath bombs while your clothes rinse. Afterwards, you can retreat to your bedroom to book last minute excursions before falling asleep under fresh linens.
Top guest reviews
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nice clean apartment good noise insulationHost:
the team was responsive and accommodated the reservation i made within 24 hours before arrivingRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and easy access to transportationnice flat in good locationgreat location for legal district or the cityall good location and amenitieswould definitely recommend if looking for a convenient and well kept apartment in central london
2. Artsy home with sweeping city views
This breezy abode for two, with its artistic decor, will inspire you to hit up London’s glitzy art galleries. The living room features a cow-hide chair, black and coffee leather furnishings, and dazzling artwork. On snowy days, you can reheat left-overs in the kitchen and whip up frothy lattes with the Nespresso machine. Getting ready for the day is a breeze with a well-lit bathroom that includes a full-length mirror, sink, and shower. After viewing Westminster Abbey’s Gothic architecture and sparkling stained-glass, you can enjoy a nightcap on the king-sized bed.
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
772 meters (0.5 ft) from Tate ModernAccommodates: 2
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it was wonderful that amelia provided coffee soaps toilet paper and lots of other essentialssuch a beautiful apartment with amazing interior decorationsgood selection of channels with smart tvsuch a lovely and stylish apartment the place had such great space and felt super cosycool stylish apartment in st paul’sCleanliness:
super clean and everything was newgreat clean space for any couple looking for a place in londonthe room was well cleaned and i was relievedimmaculately clean and exactly as you see in the photo'samazing apartment immaculate and so cleanHost:
lovely apartment and gracious hostreally lovely place and host was super fast to respondamazing host with an exceptional taste for designpleasant host made our stay easy and straight-forwardhost is lovely and extremely quick to respond to messagesRead more reviewsLocation:
a perfect location for visiting the city of london well connected with transportation linksgreat location right next to stgreat location and a stylish comfortable spaceclose to central line which makes it easy to travelgreat location in st paul’s
3. Chic retreat for two (from USD 267)
Business and leisure travellers will appreciate staying in this chic apartment with an elevator. There is a well-equipped kitchen where you can whip up a delicious English breakfast. With a large TV, you can enjoy your favourite Jane Austin movies after answering emails at the workspace. The air-conditioned bedroom features a plush platform bed where you can slumber peacefully. Since it’s near a train station, you can hop the tube to view Buckingham Palace’s Changing of the Guard ceremony.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
room was absolutely clean & presented very nicelygreat clean and stylish apartments in a fantastic locationgreat location and very clean - recommendclean central stylish and incredibly comfortablethe room was clean and smart and location was perfectHost:
staff were very kind and helpfulthe staff were also very friendly and helpfulvery stylish space staff were very friendly highly recommendgreat staff and the space was fabthe receptionist wasn’t helpful when i informed him of this issueRead more reviewsLocation:
amazing location in central londongood location would stay againgreat walking distance to london and tower bridgegreat accommodation location and easy access to public transportlovely place very well located
4. Cosy studio for two at Broken Wharf (from USD 255)
This cosy studio for two is located at the Broken Wharf hotel on the banks of the River Thames. You can start your morning with a workout in the fitness room before boarding a Thames River sightseeing cruise. There are laundry facilities to freshen up your workout gear and clean your travel clothes. The fully-fitted kitchen is ideal for reheating leftovers, creating delicious curries, and storing snacks. At the dedicated workspace, you can look up city festivals or work on your laptop. The modern, mocha-speckled bathroom features bathing essentials to perform your daily cleansing rituals.
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the room is super smallnice small room with a kitchen and toiletreal nice shower and kitchenette facilitiesCleanliness:
clean and tidy space to stay invery clean and nice modern rooms as the whole hotel isgreat place clean and compactreally lovely & clean roomsgot to a clean room and absolutely loved the stayHost:
staff are very friendlythe reception staff being particularly welcoming and friendlya lovely experience with brilliant staffand the reception is very friendlythe hosts were friendly too and let us drop our bags off earlyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is amazinga pleasant venue for a london mini break in a wonderfully central riverside locationreally well located for the city and for other parts of central londonunbelievable value for locationamazing place to stay the location is perfect 5 min walk to tube station and beautiful surroundings
London Tour Guide
Robert Woolf
I am a London tour guide and my tours include talking about people who have shaped the city plus the many connected places such as Hampton Court Palace, The Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, the commercial centre of the city: the City of London, and London’s world class museums and galleries. I have been guiding for 12 years. I am a licenced London Blue Badge Tour Guide, a City of London Gu... Read more
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5. Ethereal loft haven near beautiful gardens (from USD 199)
With well-lit interiors and white chiffon sheers, this loft haven exudes an ethereal ambience. From the swinging bubble seat, you can enjoy views of buzzing Smithfield Market below. The loft is located across from Smithfield Rotunda Garden where your party can enjoy picnicking. The stylish kitchen is equipped with a fridge, oven, and stove for easy meal preparation. You’ll enjoy sweet dreams in your heavenly sleeping quarters after bathing in luxurious bath products. Other amenities you can enjoy while in London include free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and a dedicated workspace.
Top guest reviews
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beautiful studio space with comfy bed with memory foam mattress and big squashy pillows and excellent wifi connectionno tv or radio but it totally makes for a zen and relaxing space to disconnect from technologybeautiful stylish apartment with lots of natural light in an incredibly central locationreally gorgeous apartment second floor of a quiet streetwe had a great stay at the apartmentCleanliness:
very clean and nice flatclean and beautifully designed spacenice stylish and clean placestylish and clean great communication from hosts and good locationthe place looked exactly like the pictures and was very clean spaciousHost:
kind host nice placehosts gave prompt clear responses to all messagesa & y were amazing hostsgreat place and very helpful hostsalso appreciated fast response from host would definitely stay again :) thanksRead more reviewsLocation:
good location very centralgreat location for business travellersgreat locationthe location is perfect since it is close to everythingperfect place close to everything i needed
6. Stunning apartment with a balcony (from USD 175)
This stunning metropolitan rental has an elevator which is ideal for mobility-challenged travellers. It has a sofa bed and a queen-sized bed, ensuring up to four guests have a comfortable stay. There is a full bathroom that comes with essentials such as towels, soap, shampoo, and hot water. With a fully-equipped kitchen, you can prepare your own meals instead of dining out. The balcony is the perfect place to sunbathe and enjoy breakfast while your laundry spins. The living room’s velvety furnishings are ideal for enjoying tea and cake after strolling through St. James Park. With free street parking, you’ll have a spot for your car after encountering Trafalgar Square’s mighty lion monuments.
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sofa bed can sleep comfortably 1 unless 2 of you are small to adjust on sofa bedthe living room is functional and comfortable enough to relax or work and the wifi was sufficientwarm water for shower was available when needed wifi worked well finding the apartment was easyi would recommend this apartment to anyone with 2-3 people (couch comfortable to sleep on)my husband said that the bed in the bedroom is pretty comfortableCleanliness:
very clean and comfyclean and spacious appartementthe apartment was clean and quite spaciousclean and has everything neededthe flat itself is clean and comfortableHost:
helen was very responsive to all requestshelen was very responsive to all of our questionshelen was always helpful and responsive24hr concierge is particularly helpfulan excellent host who is super responsive to any questions you may haveRead more reviewsLocation:
good location for seeing places metro stations closegood location and pricegreat location for the citygreat location to get around londongreat location; close to the subway
7. Stylish apartment with modern interiors
This stylish apartment for up to three visitors, is near the district’s iconic attractions and a Big Bus ride away from London. In the kitchen, you can turn up the sound system to cook along to your favourite tracks. The living room’s grey sofa is super comfortable for reading while eating Paul’s French pastries. Before dressing up for an evening of theatre, you can clean up in the Carrera marble shower. The building’s lift is convenient for transporting luggage, children’s toys, groceries, etc.
London, Greater London, United Kingdom
1.68 km (1.1 mi) from Tate ModernAccommodates: 3
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it was comfortable warm and as describedCleanliness:
the apartment was clean warm and cosygreat flat clean bright well organized and equippedi loved this apartment modern clean well designed and equippedHost:
kris is a lovely hostkris is a great hostkris is a great hostkris is a very good hostkris was very kind polite and approachableRead more reviewsLocation:
its location was two minutes from the nearest tube station found a number of good restaurants close bygreat place in a really good locationgreat apartment close to the centre of london with easy access to the tubewhat a stunning apartment and the location is just idealin a good location close to underground and just minutes from a lot of attractions
8. Bright apartment in a historic area
This bright, airy residence is centrally located to two train stations and Bow Lane’s shops and restaurants. With its fully-equipped kitchen, spacious bedroom, and bathroom, it’s ideal for a short sojourn. The bedroom has a large wardrobe, dresser, and queen-sized bed for a stress-free vacation. The bathroom’s tub is ideal for enjoying warm lavender baths after touring Stonehenge’s chilling grounds. At this brilliantly, luminous apartment, you can watch the telly, do laundry, or search local events with the Wi-Fi.
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
706 meters (0.5 ft) from Tate ModernTop guest reviews
Cleanliness:
nice clean apartment in a great locationvery clean and great location to everything would recommend and stay againRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect for what we needed close to the office for a week
9. Charming flat with bright interiors
Staying at this charming urban flat for two will position you near London’s popular dining and entertainment districts. In the full kitchen, you can easily turn market fresh items into tasty meals. There is a bathroom with a hot shower, to wake you up before hitting London’s Underground rail system for sightseeing. With a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi access, a dedicated workspace, DVD player, you’ll easily stay entertained. From this air-conditioned flat, you’ll be a short elevator ride to public transportation to the super-sized London Eye.
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
720 meters (0.5 ft) from Tate ModernTop guest reviews
Cleanliness:
clean rooms with everything you need and shops nearbyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location especially for business with lots of transport options close by
10. Airy condo with a dedicated workspace
Up to six persons can enjoy vacationing in historic London at this luminous two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo. In the well-equipped kitchen, you can create delicious meals from groceries bought at Old Spitalfields Market. From the bedside window, you can enjoy being bathed in sunshine while reading classic British novels. Before switching over to the sofa to play music and socialize, you can dine together on mocha suede seating. With its central location, guests can travel back in time to London’s Medieval and Victorian ages at the Museum of London.
London, England, United Kingdom
1.81 km (1.2 mi) from Tate ModernAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
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the size of the apt is great for londonthe wifi is great so are the bedrooms - there are two ensuite bedrooms with large double bedswifi was very good and place was just as pictured well decorated and cleanCleanliness:
nice clean place and well equipedthis apartment was cozy clean and easily accessiblegreat apartment spacious and cleanthis is a very elegant and spacious flat that was spotlessthe rooms are clean spacious and comfy the bathrooms are greatHost:
the host was graciousfriendly and generous hostthe hosts are responsive and helpfulthe hosts were very nice and checkin was a breezegreat hosts very easy to communicate withRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great very centralbrick lane is a so close and awesomeis super close to the tube stationgreat apartment superb location in the middle of everything and very close to tube stationgreat flat very close to liverpool street station
Discover City of London's crowning jewels
In this historic district, visitors can view England’s crown jewels at the Tower of London before touring modern London’s dazzling gems. Staying in historic London will have you a train ride away from Trafalgar Square’s protective marble lions. You’ll also be a river cruise away from watching beaver fur-hatted soldiers perform the Changing of the Guard ceremony. After experiencing delicious pub fare, you’ll be journeying under the chunnel for a return trip to historic London.
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