LondonJune 28, 2002 4 out of 4 found this review helpful
I read the introduction from Alastair Sawday's book and at once I knew this was the guide I needed. It's a funny, friendly, full of great tips. It's almost as if you are being recommended little known places and interesting tit bits on the city by a trusted friend. My boyfriend and I stayed at one of the hotels, it was one of very cheap ones, but we didn't want to pay much because we were going to a very expensive concert. Anyway it was really good value, really central (Russell Sq) and had a very upbeat feel. Other places in the book look really homely, or very elegant and so we need to find another excuse to go up to London soon, so we can try some more out.
How refreshing!June 28, 2002 4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Such a great mixture of places, including many reasonably priced B&Bs which you would otherwise never know about. The maps and colour photos are superb and there's loads of information about London and quick reference indices to help you choose where to stay.
I've already made a booking for a business trip (and need home cooked food and real coffee which I never find in chain hotels). I found the B&B owner really helpful but if you've used any of the other Special Places books, that won't come as a surprise. Find an excuse to go to London and check out these hidden treasures!
