THE CORNER LONDON CITY, London

The hotel is at 42 Adler Street, E1 1EE, on the edge of the City of London and at the heart of the lively East End. Brick Lane's street food, galleries, boutiques, and nightlife are a short stroll away, while Shoreditch and Tower Hill are within a 10-minute walk. Aldgate East underground station (District, Hammersmith & City, Circle, Metropolitan lines) is under 5 minutes on foot, giving quick access to Liverpool Street (20-minute walk or short taxi) and central attractions. King's Cross St Pancras is reached via Hammersmith & City line, and major airports connect via Liverpool Street (Stansted 47 mins) or London Underground (Heathrow 90 mins, Gatwick via Victoria). The surrounding area includes a park opposite, which some find less comfortable in the evening, but the hotel itself is well-connected for exploring the city.

There are four room categories: Snug (windowless, ideal for complete darkness and calm), Comfy (with a standard window), Comfy Plus (larger, brighter, better layout), and Plush (executive with a sofa bed, up to 3 people). All rooms include air conditioning/heating, a 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, UK/EU/USB sockets, a laptop safe, a hairdryer, and coat hangers. No tea/coffee-making facilities are in the rooms, but free hot-drink machines are available on every floor. The Qbi pod design means the bed and bathroom are integrated; some find the bathroom layout compact, with a rain shower only and plastic walls that can make sounds audible. Rooms can be noisy if facing the road, car park, or elevator due to thin doors and corridor noise. Road-facing rooms may be less suitable for light sleepers; a room away from these sources is recommended. Housekeeping is daily, but you can opt out and receive a free drink voucher.

Breakfast is a buffet with hot and cold selections - eggs, bacon, sausages, a pancake machine, cereal, fruit, yogurt, and coffee. Inclusion depends on the booking package; otherwise, it costs around £17. The all-day dinner menu includes pizza, Romanian mici sausages, Greek souvlaki chicken, steak, chicken supreme, burgers, and pork ribs, as well as special diet menus on request. The bar offers a range of teas, coffees, wines, spirits, and cocktails. A kids' menu and high chairs are available, and children can use the board games in the dedicated 'Kids Corner'. A welcome drink (cocktail or mocktail) is part of certain packages. Hot drinks are also available 24/7 from machines on each floor. The dining area has a lively, cosmopolitan atmosphere.

For relaxation, the lobby area offers board games, a lounge, and a bar. The hotel's green ethos includes solar panels and reclaimed furniture, and a free drink is offered if you opt out of daily room cleaning. The location provides easy access to walking tours, Brick Lane's markets, and Shoreditch's nightlife. On-site entertainment is limited, but the nearby gym (2-minute walk) and the vibrant East End make up for it.

WiFi is free throughout the hotel. The 24-hour front desk can assist with late arrivals after 11pm via a doorbell, and luggage storage is free before check-in and after checkout. Express check-in/out is available, and self-check-in kiosks are present. The hotel has a lift (two lifts, though one may be occasionally out of service). There are 15 accessible rooms with wider doorways, grab bars, roll-in showers, visual alarms, and vibrating pillows; accessible parking is available near the entrance. Wheelchair access is via ramps and elevators, but stairs are not suitable for wheelchairs. Service animals are welcome. Meeting rooms and co-working space are available (charges may apply for non-guests). Daily housekeeping is free; opting out earns a free drink. Safety features include key card access, CCTV, smoke alarms, and a safety deposit box in each room.