The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Spotless Bathrooms!
“The bathrooms were impeccably clean, providing a refreshing start to each day of our stay.” view full review
Comfortable Beds!
“The beds were super comfortable, allowing us to enjoy restful nights and wake up rejuvenated.” view full review
Well-Equipped Kitchen!
“The kitchenette was well-equipped, making it easy to prepare meals, though a kitchen towel would have been a nice addition.” view full review
Spacious Living!
“Our suite had a spacious living area, perfect for our family to relax and unwind together after a busy day.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Lift
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Children
Cots
Room features
Heating
Sitting area
Dining table
Bathroom
Washing machine
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
58 Commercial Road,
London,
United Kingdom,
E1 1AJ,
Greater London
Map view
street view
58 Commercial Road,
London,
United Kingdom,
E1 1AJ,
Greater London
City landmarks
Castle
Tower of London
1.4
km
Harbour
Tower Bridge
2.0
km
Market
Borough Market
2.3
km
Gallery
Tate Modern
2.3
km
Park
Sky Garden
1.4
km
Monument
Monument to the Great Fire of London
1.6
km
Church
St Paul's Cathedral
2.1
km
Westminster Bridge Road Riverside Building
Coca-Cola London Eye
3.8
km
Mosque
Brick Lane
1.2
km
Museum
The British Museum
4.1
km
Museum
Museum of London
2.0
km
Market
Old Spitalfields Market
1.2
km
Museum
HMS Belfast
2.1
km
Church
All Hallows By The Tower
1.4
km
Bridge
London Bridge
1.9
km
The Shard 32 London Bridge Street
The Shard
2.4
km
50 St. Katharines Way St Katherine's & Wapping
St Katharine Docks
1.3
km
Museum
Bank of England Museum
1.7
km
Museum
Dennis Severs' House
1.3
km
16 Lower Thames Street
Old Billingsgate Market
1.5
km
Limehouse
2.5
km
Market
Petticoat Lane Market
920 m
The Tower of London Tower Hill
Trinity Hill Memorial
940 m
St. Georges Town Hall 236 Cable Street
Cable Street Mural
950 m
32 London Bridge St
The View from The Shard
2.3
km
Garden
Buckingham Palace
5.4
km
Tower
Heron Tower
1.2
km
Gallery
Barbican Centre
2.2
km
Nearby
Gallery
Whitechapel Gallery
280 m
Museum
Jack the Ripper Museum
580 m
Restaurants
Tayyabs
510 m
83 Fieldgate Street Whitechapel
Bari Bari
120 m
24 White Church Lane
Amber
260 m
21 Piazza Walk Goodman's Fields
Motley
150 m
Challenger House 42 Adler Street
Sushinoen
240 m
2 White Church Lane
Grounded
250 m
9 Whitechapel Road
The Running Horse
300 m
7 Piazza Walk Leman Street
Leman Street Tavern
340 m
31 Leman Street
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
66%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Great location
Spacious rooms
Limited breakfast options
Unprofessional check-in staff
6.6/10
Nice
Rooms
7.3
Location
7.9
Service
6.9
Dining
5.4
Guest reviews
6.6/10
based on 8 reviews
4/5
based on 580 reviews
8.3
8.3/10 based on 2003 reviews
#60 of 1,091 Speciality lodging in London based on Tripadvisor
Robert
United Kingdom,
February
2024
7.0/10
The hotel is situated near Aldgate East tube station, ideal for exploring nearby Brick Lane and the City areas. The staff, particularly Marco, were nice and accommodating. The location is very convenient, next to tube and bus stations, making travel easy. Despite ongoing upgrades, my short stay at the Marlin was almost perfect.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were nice, spacious, and fully equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay, including a fully stocked kitchen. They were well furnished and offered a cozy ambiance.
Service
7.0
The service was efficient and responsive. The staff listened to our feedback and addressed any concerns promptly, ensuring our satisfaction. However, some check-in staff members were unprofessional and caused a bit of discomfort.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location near Aldgate East tube station and St Pauls is excellent, with easy access to transportation. The surroundings were spacious and comfortable, enhancing the overall experience.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast options were limited and overpriced, delivered in a grab-and-go style without prior notification. The quality did not match the high cost, leading to a bit of disappointment.
Facilities
6.0
It may have lacked standout amenities or standout positive or negative features.
Great location
Limited breakfast options
Robert
United States,
January
2024
7.0/10
The hotel had very spacious rooms with great facilities throughout, but there were too many flies and insects due to the window being left open for a long time. The service was a mix of being really helpful and very unprofessional and rude at times. The location was excellent, close to public transport and key attractions, although undergoing upgrades. The dining experience was not worth the money, offering a grab and go breakfast which lacked variety. Overall, a good choice for those seeking convenience and comfort despite some shortcomings.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very spacious and worth the money.
Service
6.0
The service was a mix of really helpful moments and unprofessional or rude behaviors.
Location
8.0
The location was very good, near public transport and key attractions, despite some ongoing upgrading.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not worth the money, offering a limited grab-and-go breakfast.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered great facilities throughout.
Spacious rooms
Too many flies
Hugh
United Kingdom,
December
2023
7.8/10
The hotel offers spacious rooms that go beyond typical one-bedroom apartments, ideal for longer stays or families seeking more than just a standard hotel room. While the room quality is consistently impressive, there may be hidden charges not clearly communicated upfront, impacting the overall value. The service provided by the staff proved to be a lifesaver in a dire situation, showcasing their dedication to guest satisfaction. The location offers easy access to halal food, Kew, Richmond, and Central London, with convenient public transport options nearby. Dining options are limited to nearby establishments, with no on-site breakfast available.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms exceeded expectations in size and design, offering a spacious and relaxing environment.
Service
8.0
The staff at the reception was attentive and responsive, swiftly turning around a potentially disastrous situation with professionalism.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is perfectly situated near halal food options, with excellent access to public transportation, supermarkets, and key London areas.
Dining
6.0
For dining, guests need to explore nearby eateries like Pret a Manger for breakfast options, as the hotel does not offer onsite dining services.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel's facilities are functional and meet basic needs, although additional amenities may be limited within the property.
Ryan
United Kingdom,
October
2023
5.2/10
The hotel is conveniently located in a decent neighborhood with amenities and shops within reach, just near the apartment. Although the lack of air conditioning was disappointing for the price paid, the proximity to local facilities is a plus.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were quite appalling for what we paid and lacked air conditioning.
Service
6.0
The staff were friendly and reactive to any issues, but seemed reluctant to provide necessary items like blankets and towels, offering only 2 sheets and a pillow.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is excellent, with good food within easy walking distance and very close to underground Aldgate East station.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were limited and overpriced, with a small continental breakfast offered in a bag at a high cost.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel lacks key amenities like proper bedding for guests, affecting the overall comfort of the stay.
Convenient Location
Poor Room Quality
Herbert
United Kingdom,
October
2023
6.6/10
Checking in at 8 pm, I found out my room wouldn't be ready for another two hours. However, the hotel is conveniently close to the city center and just a short walk from the tube station. There's a shop next door for any food needs, making it a nice base for exploring London, especially for family stays. On the downside, the room was filthy.
Rooms
5.0
Despite the initial wait and the cleanliness issue, the room's location near the city center and the tube station was convenient.
Service
8.0
The staff at the reception were very friendly and always willing to help, providing useful advice during my stay.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, and I was pleasantly surprised to be upgraded to the penthouse upon arrival without any extra cost, offering great access to Kew, Richmond, and Central London. However, the area around Aldgate East might not be the best for typical tourist visits.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing as the breakfast, which I didn't know was a grab-and-go style, was not worth the money. Opting for a nearby option like Pret a Manger seemed like a better choice.
Facilities
7.0
Hal
United States,
September
2023
6.4/10
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The location is convenient for exploring the rest of London, with close proximity to Aldgate tube and various markets, though it felt slightly unsafe. The service was friendly and accommodating, but cleanliness issues with the apartment were a downside. The dining options were limited, with a small continental breakfast available. The rooms were spacious, suited for a family with older children, but the uncomfortable sofa was a drawback.
Rooms
8.0
The room I stayed in was spacious, ideal for a family with older children. It had a wardrobe, chest of drawers, and bedside drawers, but the sofa was very uncomfortable.
Service
7.0
The staff was always friendly and attentive, accommodating our requirements. However, there were delays in addressing certain requests, and cleanliness could have been improved.
Location
6.0
The location is convenient, with easy access to Tube stations like Aldgate East and Aldgate. Although it's close to Tower Bridge, the area felt a little unsafe.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was limited to a small continental breakfast in a bag. It would have been better to have more varied options available.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel's facilities were decent, but there were cleanliness issues, like the need to mop the floor and vacuum the carpet. It could have been better maintained.
convenient location
limited dining
Gertrude
United States,
August
2023
5.8/10
The hotel is in a great location, close to public transport and nice coffee shops and restaurants. However, the night experience was marred by overbooking issues. The rooms were spacious and modern, but there was a strange smell and a hefty security deposit requirement.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were spacious and modern, but had a funny smell and a high security deposit was required.
Service
5.0
Upon arrival, I received very poor directions to the hotel and car park, which affected my overall experience. The service staff were not very helpful.
Location
6.0
The location is convenient for getting around London, with nice cafes nearby. However, there were overbooking issues at night, impacting the overall stay.
Dining
7.0
The hotel is situated opposite a Pret a Manger which is convenient, especially for breakfast. However, the lack of clarity on breakfast options was a downside.
Facilities
5.0
convenient location
overbooking issues
Andrew
United Kingdom,
June
2023
7.8/10
The hotel offers clean and spacious rooms with a great view from the balcony, convenient for self-catering, and at a reasonable rate for groups. The service is top-notch with friendly and helpful staff available, especially during late hours. Though a bit distant from central London, the location is easily accessible with nearby Tube stations. The dining options are limited but with grab-and-go breakfast choices. Facilities are adequate and satisfactory.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, tidy, and well-equipped for self-catering, offering a quiet and spacious environment with a great view.
Service
9.0
The staff was exceptionally helpful, offering late-night dining suggestions and practical logistical assistance, especially the night shift concierge.
Location
8.0
The location, though a little far from central London, is easily accessible with close proximity to Tube stations, making travel around London convenient.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience is a small continental affair, suitable for grab-and-go options, with opportunities to purchase breakfast at nearby establishments.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities for a comfortable stay.