83%IES Student Residence Hall

Will stay there again. Clean, secure and good location. The door are noisy and the bathrooms were small, but overall was a good experience.

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by spencerpaul5341 – posted on Jul 1, 2008

1

Pleasant, safe stay, but one should remember that this is a residence hall so you will need your own towels.

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by mnmnms5069 – posted on May 30, 2008

1

A perfect location in the center of London, really convenient to plunge into the city and come back for sleep. We had a nice view from the window on a city with London Eye lit at night. The room was quite clean (except for a few hairs on the pillow). The worst were locks in doors that made it... more A perfect location in the center of London, really convenient to plunge into the city and come back for sleep. We had a nice view from the window on a city with London Eye lit at night. The room was quite clean (except for a few hairs on the pillow). The worst were locks in doors that made it impossible to close the door without waking up the whole floor. But the overall feeling is good.close

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by kamilrybczyk464 – posted on May 6, 2008

1

the subway is far

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by Carolina965 – posted on Dec 11, 2007

1

Staff went out of their way to help in our particular circumstances. Worth the stay.

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by gewbank7518 – posted on Dec 11, 2007

1

The staff were far form helpful. Rather, the each person we encountered on the front desk was unhelpful and sometimes rude in thier tone. The cleanliness of the room was also poor. The sheets were not clean and the room had a strong smell of someone's sickness.

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by dmartin4256 – posted on Mar 8, 2007

1

Nice People... good location! The accidental fire alarm allowed me to meet a good number of international people which lead to a fun night of dancing at a nearby club! Downside... finding the linens that were supposed to be in the room at arrival.

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by crywulff77 – posted on Dec 11, 2006

2

If I had known that the bathroom was going to be as cumbersome as it was, I would not have booked into the IES. The cabinet over the sink was jutting out so far over the sink that one had to dribble onto the floor when brushing one's teeth. The beds were not great as hostel standards go given... more If I had known that the bathroom was going to be as cumbersome as it was, I would not have booked into the IES. The cabinet over the sink was jutting out so far over the sink that one had to dribble onto the floor when brushing one's teeth. The beds were not great as hostel standards go given the price. How could any student live there? Thanks.close

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by endacro – posted on Oct 8, 2006

2

i liked it!

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by bahktiar – posted on Sep 25, 2006

2

A little far from the tube station but a bus takes you there. No breakfast included.

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by pprao – posted on Aug 24, 2006

2

Facilities are good and for it's location and what is provided it is a very reasonable price (when compared with other hostels in the inner-city).

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by nboun – posted on Aug 22, 2006

3

Beds are too small for average size people. The fridge of our kitchen was full of dirty utils of people who didn't wanted to clean them. The sink didn't work very well. You have to wash the sheets. Doors need to be closed making too much noise that annoys a lot. Only TV in even floors. Staff too... more Beds are too small for average size people. The fridge of our kitchen was full of dirty utils of people who didn't wanted to clean them. The sink didn't work very well. You have to wash the sheets. Doors need to be closed making too much noise that annoys a lot. Only TV in even floors. Staff too serious. Supermarkets very expensive in Chelsea. The rest quite good, a 7,5 overall.close

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by joseluis621 – posted on Aug 21, 2006

2

Pretty decent accomodation for the price (considering that London is really expensive). There's a nice supermart nearby (Tesco express), and the pub round the corner sells pretty cheap 2-for-1 meals! The rooms have UK-style three-pin plugs, so be prepared!

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by ongken – posted on Jan 5, 2006

1

nice place, good staff and security! just a litter bit noisy and cold in the room.

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by Cnshen – posted on Jan 5, 2006

1

If you just want a safe place to sleep in London this is perfect - very easy to get to and in a very nice area. However, if you want to make friends with people this is not the place. This is not a hostel with communal areas for meeting people, so you will miss out.

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by Georgieb9866 – posted on Jan 4, 2006

3

Card-entry, service-friendly front desk. On King Street, which is close to shopping, buses, and about 45 minute walk downtown (on lit streets, even at night if you don't want to front for a cab). Not much activity, as it's also a residence hall, so quiet hours from 10. Don't clean the room but... more Card-entry, service-friendly front desk. On King Street, which is close to shopping, buses, and about 45 minute walk downtown (on lit streets, even at night if you don't want to front for a cab). Not much activity, as it's also a residence hall, so quiet hours from 10. Don't clean the room but once a week (I suppose, didn't get a clean after 6 days), so cleanliness is on you. Enjoyable for people who like to sleep at normal hours.close

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by timmytranc – posted on Jan 4, 2006

2

it's the better place that i stay in london and it's not so expensive! IES is a very good hostel!

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by saraca1480 – posted on Jan 3, 2006

1

Clean and modern with good facilities and a good price

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by Vmill5336 – posted on Jan 1, 2006

1

Nice staff A little far from the nearest tube station Chelsea is a very nice area

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by nicolas1107 – posted on Dec 26, 2005

2

Estuvimos un fin de semana y cogimos una habitación para dos personas. Para los precios que hay en Londres resultó barato. Lo que más nos gustó era la zona, Chelsea, con bastantes restaurantes y pubs para salir además de muchas tiendas y la zona era muy tranquila. El hotel nos gustó... more Estuvimos un fin de semana y cogimos una habitación para dos personas. Para los precios que hay en Londres resultó barato. Lo que más nos gustó era la zona, Chelsea, con bastantes restaurantes y pubs para salir además de muchas tiendas y la zona era muy tranquila. El hotel nos gustó bastante y estaba muy limpio, cosa que no se puede decir de otros sitios. Si volviera a Londres seguramente repetiría.close

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by Mlmena – posted on Sep 1, 2005

1

All days I found in my shared kitchen glasses, cups.... that others leaved on the TV located in floor 1. That was horrible. The best was the cleaning team LUIS & Ingrid very friendly and good persons.

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by acarde – posted on Aug 22, 2005

1

I really enjoyed staying at the IES student residence. It is very clean and quiet. I didn't find it a very social, but I might have been there during a bad time (August). The kitchens are very clean and even have dishwashers! The rooms come with pleanty of storage space and a phone with... more I really enjoyed staying at the IES student residence. It is very clean and quiet. I didn't find it a very social, but I might have been there during a bad time (August). The kitchens are very clean and even have dishwashers! The rooms come with pleanty of storage space and a phone with voicemail. I would definately stay at the IES student residence again.close

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by cynthiab – posted on Aug 22, 2005

1

Highly recommended! IES Chelsea Point is an extremely safe, clean, and reasonably priced place to stay in a fabulous neighborhood.

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by Aprilp – posted on Aug 11, 2005

1

The hostel was very neat and clean. I had a wonderful time there...it is located in a good shopping district...only downside is that it is about 15 min walk from the underground station. But all in all i would definately stay there again!

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by Ainjel – posted on Aug 5, 2005

3

Free internet access was a huge plus for me. (Data cable was provided in room!) Got very helpful bus # advice. This is really picky - I had a private room and would have liked some kind of desk lamp (rather than only the glaring overhead one or the bathroom light). I'd stay there again.

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by kchan9005 – posted on Aug 2, 2005

1

Aside from the price being a bit high, the stay was enjoyable and the staff was friendly.

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by Fadedg – posted on Jun 8, 2005

1

One of mattress in room 205 was very uncomfortable for sleeping. Bathroom has no electrical outlet for hairdryer or shaver. Barely enough toilet paper available for a four night stay. Noise level was annoying with loud noises throughout the nites. Kitchen was well maintain and clean.

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by joelam – posted on May 29, 2005

1

The check-in time is too late and the check-out time is too early.

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by hilde – posted on May 15, 2005

1

The Residence is located in a nice area, with very good bus service to the center of the city and just a 5-10 minute walk to the closest tube station. However, I didn't like the fact of having to check out at 10 (check out time is usually 12) with no possibility of leaving the luggage in a... more The Residence is located in a nice area, with very good bus service to the center of the city and just a 5-10 minute walk to the closest tube station. However, I didn't like the fact of having to check out at 10 (check out time is usually 12) with no possibility of leaving the luggage in a locked room -or just even a room!- and the common areas such as the kitchen were not that clean. The staff was nice but wasn't able to answer many of our questions about visiting the city (i.e. museum prices or opening hours).close

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by Mariona7471 – posted on May 10, 2005

1

my cousins and me really had a good time there. The residence is very well located and clean.

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by jherr – posted on May 9, 2005

1

Would you believe there are no ladders for the top bunks! At 5'2, I had some difficulty negotiating the wardrobe and curtain rails to get up....

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by victoria7016 – posted on May 9, 2005

7

Very nice place located in a very nice area. good facilities in the room . and the pleople at the reception are really nice and helpful.it would be a pleasure to go back there during my next holiday.

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by Pramod2554 – posted on May 6, 2005

2

It is fine. The best thing is the location. Rooms are small.

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by manietoji – posted on May 5, 2005

1

Although most of the staff were helpful, the night person was unable to direct us to the hostel from the nearest underground station, and was combative rather than helpful for the duration of our stay.

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by saints4063 – posted on Jan 9, 2005

1

I stayed at this property for two nights. It is conveniently located in Chelsea between two tube stations and within three stops of central London. Being located on the trendy Kings Rd, the location gives you access to alot restaurants, shops and grocery stores (as well as all night news agents... more I stayed at this property for two nights. It is conveniently located in Chelsea between two tube stations and within three stops of central London. Being located on the trendy Kings Rd, the location gives you access to alot restaurants, shops and grocery stores (as well as all night news agents who offer a discount on tube passes). The the common areas such as the kitchen and tv room are very clean and well stocked. I thought I got excellent value for my money. I have already recommended this property to several friends. The best hostel/dorm room I've stayed at in Europe.close

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by stephens8761 – posted on Jan 4, 2005

1

there is not place to leave the luggage.

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by jurid4977 – posted on Jan 3, 2005

2

Very overpriced for what you get. You are paying a high price for a trendy location. Rooms are tiny and have zero ventilation. Staff is indifferent at best. No internet, the tv in the lounge gets 3 channels, no meal service, etc... Like staying in the worst dormitory you've ever experienced....

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by Labar3673 – posted on Sep 16, 2004

1

Great location w/ all of the shops, but not extremely close to a tube stop, but right on the bus line. MUCH cleaner than the last London hostel I stayed in and the staff was really helpful.

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by joe-smit – posted on Sep 14, 2004

1

I am really glad I chose to stay at IES. For the price I paid, I couldn't have asked for better location. The room is spartan but clean and adequate. The staff could be a bit more helpful; I felt like they gave me the run-around a few times. Overall, I highly recommend it to budget-minded travelers.

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by sweettoo – posted on Sep 13, 2004

1

Rooms are tiny, but adequately furnished, en-suite and very clean. Kitchens are first class. Hostel in general very clean and well maintained (seems to have been re-done quite recently). Very convenient location (Kensington/Chelsea), but nearest tube stops are a 10 minute walk away. Bus stop just... more Rooms are tiny, but adequately furnished, en-suite and very clean. Kitchens are first class. Hostel in general very clean and well maintained (seems to have been re-done quite recently). Very convenient location (Kensington/Chelsea), but nearest tube stops are a 10 minute walk away. Bus stop just around the corner. NB: No possibility to store your luggage on day of arrival/departure.close

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by matthias7340 – posted on Sep 9, 2004

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