You can be wandering along the Thames River in just ten minutes flat from this apartment perched in East London. Have someplace you need to be fast? Aldgate East Underground Station is four minutes from your door. Part of a smart aparthotel, the shared facilities are impressive. Expect a communal gym with Peloton bikes, in-house yoga classes, and a member's lounge and outdoor terrace for co-working or downtime. With the apartment's kitchen on the compact side, the on-site café to grab breakfast will come in handy too. Or head out to Shoreditch, Hoxton and Hackney's thriving restaurant scene – just a short stroll away.

Home truths:
*Your host operates several apartments here, so the exact view, layout and furnishings might differ slightly from the photos. However, the overall quality should remain the same. *This home is located within an apartment building with a shared entrance. *A cot is available for little ones on request. *The kitchen is compact and better suited to prepping light bites. *Bathroom essentials are provided to help settle you in. *You'll have access to the on-site gym and rooftop terrace here. They're shared with the building's other residents. *Given the home's central spot, expect to hear some street noise.