Astor Oxford Street

Friendly, helpful staff. Everything was very clean. Showers were hot, and water was unlimited. Self-catering kitchen and good-sized dining space for hanging out. The location was right in the center of things--easy to get everywhere on foot or by Tube. I think this place aspires to be great, and they're on the right track. They have a lot of potential. But there are some issues that need fixing.

The window in the room didn't open, which I was told was for "health and safety" reasons--meaning they don't want you to fall out. But it's not healthy to be sharing air with other people while you sleep in a stuffy, hot room. The mattresses are sealed in plastic, so they creak when you move, and they add to the heat. Though it was cool outside, I woke drenched in sweat. I stayed here mostly for the kitchen, so that I could make my own breakfast, but there's no way for guests to prepare their own coffee--no cafetiere, pour-over filter cone, or moka. Coffee was brewed at 7:30, so early risers have to go elsewhere and pay. They have luggage storage, but they charge you for it on checkout day, and at £3/bag for only 3 hours, it isn't cheap. The location is convenient, but there's something ironic about having a budget accommodation located in an area where everything nearby is so pricey.

Great location and staff.

Something needs to be done about the windows which almost do not open at all. Since rooms are not air conditioned, the heat is unbearable despite the fan and may cause health issues for some guests.

La ubicacion bien centrica y cuenta con una buena cocina para que compres tus cosas y puedas prepararte lo que quieras.

Los lavabos son muy pequeños y se dificulta a la hora de lavarte la cara.

There was no chair in the room, and it was too noisy at night and in the early mornings.