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Aptel East

3.5 star property
Apartment with a 24-hour front desk, near Tower Bridge

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Family Studio Suite (With Terrace) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Elevator
Fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Located close to Tower of London and Tower Bridge, Aptel East provides an art gallery on site and a shopping mall on site. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio Suite With Sofa | Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Studio Suite With Sofa

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Studio Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Studio Suite (Penthouse)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio Suite (Penthouse) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Studio Suite (Penthouse)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Studio Suite (Penthouse With Sofa) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Studio Suite (Penthouse With Sofa)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Studio Suite (With Terrace)

Family Studio Suite (With Terrace) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Family Studio Suite (With Terrace)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
169-171 Commercial Rd, London, England, E1 2DA

What's nearby

  • Tower of London - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Tower Bridge - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • London Bridge - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • O2 Arena - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Big Ben - 11 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Whitechapel Underground Station - 7 min walk
  • Shadwell Station - 8 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lahore Kebab House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tayyabs - ‬5 min walk
  • Etre
  • ‪Needoo Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Aptel East

Apartment with a 24-hour front desk, near Tower Bridge
Along with concierge services, this smoke-free apartment building has a 24-hour front desk and express check-in. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, express check-out, a TV in a common area, and a reception hall are onsite. Each apartment features free WiFi and a flat-screen TV, plus a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a microwave. An electric kettle, free tea bags/instant coffee, and free bottled water are among the other amenities available to guests. Weekly housekeeping is available.
Aptel East offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Accommodations at this 3.5-star apartment have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Travel crib

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Art gallery
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV in common areas

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a train station
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Shopping mall
  • Casino nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 33 units
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Reception hall
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of GBP 50.00 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Aptel East London
Aptel East Apartment
Aptel East Apartment London

Frequently asked questions

Is Aptel East pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Aptel East?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Aptel East?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Aptel East?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Aptel East located?

Located in Tower Hamlets, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Tower Bridge, Tower of London, and London Bridge. The British Museum and Piccadilly Circus are also within 6 mi (10 km). Whitechapel Underground Station is 7 minutes by foot and Whitechapel Overground Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Aptel East Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

8.4

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 169 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great stay..definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay at Aptel East. The transports are easy with the buses.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Modern building, well appointed room, friendly and efficient service from front desk. Convenient to a bus stop. Only downside was AC didn't work consistently, and there was a very hot day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Hotel staff were friendly and timely responded to our request (eg getting extra blankets). The hotel room was quiet and dark which is essential for a good night sleep. The hotel was located somewhere between two tube station and subway lines that requires a bit of walk (within 5-10 mins). There are supermarkets nearby for essentials. Overall good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Decent apartment-hotel

Nice basic apartment. Modern and clean. Not the best surrounding area but the apartment was great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

EmadEddin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff were wonderful—very friendly and helpful. The room was exceptionally clean, and the entire place was quiet and well-maintained. The surrounding area is filled with restaurants and supermarkets, and public transportation (buses and trains) is just a short walk away. For Muslim travelers, there's a large and beautiful mosque only five minutes away on foot.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very comfortable and excellent value for money. Good location and access to transport
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great spot!

Great staff, more than willing to help! Room was nice and spacious! Well located for heading into the city centre too as there are multiple tube stations nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent room. Area and entrance to property are not ideal.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Kash, great chap
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Affordable option near the city

Affordable aparthotel within 20 mins walk of the city and close to lots of good stuff in east London. The room was spotless and felt relatively new. The staff were friendly and helpful. The shower wasn't amazing but it was hot. All in all, can't complain
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lëia-Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The room and facilities in the room were great, clean and in great condition. Not far from Shoreditch and Central London by bus or car. The area is abit run down compared to other surrounding areas but as the property is a great and close to other good areas I wouldnt let that deter you.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff are extremely polite, easy check in, my room was very clean and modern. It was a lovely stay even though I was only there for a night! Their Expedia messages were not working so I ended up ringing them for the check in link and they picked up straight away to help. The area isn’t the best but not terrible. It was a 10 min walk to the nearest tube station with easy access to bus stops as well. Thank you for having me :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean and well appointed property, reasonable sized rooms, and attentive staff. Self-catering, so don't expect full hotel service. There will be people who are put off by the area. I know the East End so I wasn't, and I appreciate the easy connections to the City and elsewhere. I you want to stay in a glamorous part of London, this isn't for you, but as a convenient and pleasant place to stay at a reasonable price, this fits the bill.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really nice penthouse room which faced onto the back of the hotel and away from the busy main road at the front. Super quiet as a result.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff was really nice. Room was a good size and I'm glad there was a toaster, microwave, and frig there
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nazareth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
El apartamento esta genial, somos un matrimonio con dos hijos adolescentes, pedi por favor dos camas grandes y no cama y sofa y asi lo hicieron, y hemos dormido muy bien, muy limpio... solo se rompio el grifo de la cocina el primer dia y no lo arreglaron pero no era inconveniente para nosotros porque se podia abrir. Lo unico "malo" es que la habitación estaba poco ventilada, no tenia ventana, tenia una gigante pero no se podia abrir y aunque se ve que tenia un sistema de ventilación a mi me daba un poco de claustrofobia... Esta alejado del centro pero muy bien comunicado. Es un barrio muy multicultural, pero se veia gente trabajadora, no lo hemos visto nada peligroso aunque es verdad que madrugabamos y por la noche no saliamos.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, well located and comfortable apartment. Great food options nearby!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Elin

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Helt greit hotell,nært togstasjon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Clean and comfortable space

Very clean and comfortable stay with kind and accommodating staff. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Clàudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Para una escapada de unos pocos días está muy bien.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

DIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
No me gusto mucho la zona donde esta el hotel, sin embargo el hotel esta super bien, muy muy comodo, limpio y el personal muy amable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely staff and lovely rooms. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Affordable apartment about ten minutes from Aldgate East and Whitechapel tube stations. Family room had two double beds rather than a sofa bed which we greatly appreciated :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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