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How to Stay in London for Less: Short-Term Apartments Ideal for All Travelers (Capital Travels)

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The book has some basic information on the neighborhoods of London, but I bought it for the information on specific lodging, which was outdated. I am going to return this book.

This delightful and thoroughly researched book lets the reader in on all sorts of information about London that the authors have gleaned in yearly visits over more than 20 years. Learn not only about the best places to stay at the best prices, but exactly how they are furnished and what is available in the neighborhood. Doni't skip the first chapter, its a delight and sets the tone for the rest of the book. After reading about several neighborhoods, I was ready to pack to my bags! The organization is well planned and makes the book very user friendly. Not only do you learn about accomodations, but how to contact the managers and how to get to the neighborhood from the airport! A true gem.

I loved this book! Without it I couldn't think about going to London. I'm an artist, and it has places even I can afford ($550 a week for my own apartment in central London). The photos let me get the feel of the less expensive flats and see if they are right for me.
This is just the way I like to travel. Stop in one spot, unpack, settle in, get to know the nieghborhood, and meet people. I can make my own meals and save money. The authors' ratings are objective. I know what I'm getting and don't have to worry that it won't be as described.
And it doesn't have only inexpensive places. It has the whole range of apartments from my price range to super-luxury. Fun to think about.
Apartment stays are the way to go. This book is for anyone who wants to spend more than two days in London and get to know the neighborhood.

The collaborative effort of Diana and Ronald Jensen, How To Stay In London For Less: Short-Term Apartments Ideal For All Travelers is a unique travel planning resource that will help the business or vacation traveler in London avoid the expensive and restrictions of hotel lodging by renting one of the hundreds of apartments available for rent or lease, either short term or long term. An average of 25% less expensive than hotel accommodations and offering a larger living area, apartments can be available for stays as short as a single evening! Each of seven major London neighborhoods are featured complete with a description of each block of apartments, the facilities available in each, the prices for rentals in American dollars, instructions on making reservations, a "traveler friendly" rating system, an historical sketch and map of each neighborhood, and recommendations for pubs, restaurants, and area shops combine to make How To Stay In London For Less an invaluable, "must have" planning guide for a truly memorable London experience.

This is a book that all tourists would find helpful, especially those who are ready to really explore and get to know the city. It provides the insights of seasoned travelers on not only lodging (an extensive and varied collection of apartments), but the life of the city as well. Extremely well researched, well laid out - a wealth of information in accessible and very readable form. I highly recommend it and hope the authors are researching other cities while we're reading "London."

This is the right book for so many of us who want to get to know London well. Live there for a few days, a week, or more in an apartment, with all the amenities. Surprisingly affordable. This book is full of the details you need, right down to what furniture is in the room. Photos, too. Lots of information about food and sights in the neighborhoods. You can't miss with this book - Buy it!

This is an excellent book, but some of these buildings are going by different names or have been sold since publication. There are many newcomers with beautifully designed serviced apartments that are not included in this book. My wife and I just spent 2 weeks at 49 Lancaster Gate which was an unforgettable, luxurious and affordable experience. They have a great website which really got our attention. There apartments are even better when you stay in them. Ours had a huge marble bathroom and jacuzzi bath and was very well equipped. The location was could not have been more perfect. We have also stayed at Mayfair House which was wonderful and 130 Queensgate which was smelly (our flat stank of cigarette smoke on arrival) and very badly furnished. Stay away from 130 Queensgate. Another excellent building is Somerset Bayswater, although Lancaster Gate is our favorite by far.