Apex City of London Hotel - outstanding

Advantages: Lovely staff, beautiful rooms, modern hotel
Disadvantages: Slightly out of the way of the West End

...We wanted to stay somewhere in central London that was value for money, and found this brilliant hotel for only £69 per night. We booked directly with the hotel itself, and while the system can be a little frustrating the transaction went through smoothly. This was in December 2008, so we didn't expect any decent hotels so close to Christmas to be so cheap. While this hotel is a little out of the way of main attractions it is close to the Tower of London, and to Tower Bridge and easily accessible by bus and tube. On arriving by tube, we found the hotel was alittle bit tricky to find, and were saved only by the fact that by boyfriend's phone has sat-nav! On arriving we were greeted by friendly and efficeint staff. The entrance to the hotel was modern and swish, befitting a four star hotel with marble and stainless tell everywhere...

laukez88 26.10.2009 · Read review
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Review of Apex City of London Hotel, London

City University, expensive and exhausting.

Advantages: good rep, ..... ?
Disadvantages: Expensive, poor facilities, lack of student support, student union,

...I looked at a few Universities, Greenwich, Coventry, Birmingham and City University. Initially I worked out the costs of all the Universities and City/ or Greenwich was the cheapest of them. I'd live at home, commute, and work weekends. 1st problem is that commuting doesn't take the average hour that it used to, especially in the morning, I have commuted befotre at this time but obviously not continuiously throughout the week, boy was I in for a shock. 2 hours each way, if your lucky from Southend to Islington, costs are now £87.50 per week, which rose from £69 per week, which I hadn't realised could happen. The next is that I visited other Uni's to see what factilities they had and if they were helpful, City came outright the top, next was Greenwich and the others followed. I would have to say I was pleasantly surprised...

chris_ray 04.06.2008 · Read review
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Review of City University London

Staying in London - City Inn

Advantages: proximity to centre, excellent rooms
Disadvantages: Bar tab in the morning

...When booking a hotel in London for the first time, it's hard to know where to book. We booked this one knowing it was close to the Tate and also to Westminster (the clue was in the name). We arrived on a Friday evening and were pleasantly surprised that the street outside looked very safe and that parking was free. Also no congestion charge! On arrival, our bags were taken and after check in the porter showed us our room. It was a fair size and had a nice bathroom. There was a dvd player, LCD TV, desk with a leather chair and a very large double bed. The bathrooms consisted of both bath and shower and the toiletries were made by the White Company - a decent brand! The hotel room was air conditions with a control ont eh wall to change the setting. Also there was a mini-bar, although a little bit on the pricy side! After...

sianalrida 18.11.2007 · Read review
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Review of City Inn Westminster, London

Life in the City

Advantages: Being in the heart of London, diversity of its students
Disadvantages: The Union, facilities

...I studied at City for 3 years, and have to say I enjoyed my time there very much. It was very daunting at first - arriving as a fresher, first time away from home, family & friends into a pretty harsh looking concrete jungle. I spent my first year in halls (Finsbury Hall) which was definitely the rigth decision. Although the rooms are nothing to write home about, and neither is the 'meals' provided for those with catered accommodation, the social aspect, location and relative cheapness of rent more than makes up for it! Located just off Goswell Road, you are around 5-10 minutes walk from the main part of the University, about 30 minutes walk to Oxford street and the West End, and with some of London's most famous landmarks are within 20 minutes walk (St. Pauls, the Guildhall, the Thames). Needless to say, being in London...

garbadine 02.06.2004 · Read review
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Review of City University London

It's a City life!

Advantages: Good repuation
Disadvantages: Union

...I have completed my first year at City University and I am heading into my second year! My experience of City has been overall positive. The year before I did a year at Goldsmiths University and decided it was not right for me and did not go back. Everything that I thought lacked in Goldsmiths for me, I found at City University! City is a decent university, admittedly not one of the very top but is still respected in its own way. I stayed at Walter Sickert Halls, and they were enjoyable especially when you make friends obviously. The rooms were very nice; I had a very big room too, much to the envy of my friends! All bedrooms were en suite and they were very nice too. The room was equipped with everything you need; wardrobe, bed, desk, bookshelf and bedside cabinet. I really enjoyed my time at Walter sickert halls, whether its...

pepsipin 02.09.2007 · Read review
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Review of City University London

LONDON'S CALLING

Advantages: Pleasent stay, good food, central location
Disadvantages: Views from room

...eateries/drinking places and chose 372, which offers carvery selection. I was surprise how hot and fresh the food was. Not only that it was tasty too! We opted for lamb with roast potatoes, new potatoes and three vegetables. However, my only complaint about the meal was the vegetables; they were a tad on the raw side for my liking. That said I ALWAYS OVER cook my veggies. Dessert was for me home made apple pie and cream, while the other half opted for home made cheesecake ? both were consumed without any complaints and very much enjoyed. Our meal for two with drinks cost £29) Hotel: the hotel it situated in the Strand which is in central London and easy to walk to theatres such as the Aldwych, Lyceum, and many more. Come out the front of the hotel and turn right, and you?ll be heading towards Trafalgar square with Nelson, bear left and you...

dabmim 28.03.2003 · Read review
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Review of The Strand Palace Hotel, London

London College of Communication - hmm...

Advantages: Very hip, excellent facilities for each subject area, people on the whole very sociable and friendly
Disadvantages: It's in Elephant & Castle!! Not much of a 'community' feel due to it being in London, terrible Freshers arrangements

...the University of Arts incorporates not only LCC but the London College of Fashion, Central Saint Martins, and both Chelsea and Camberwell Colleges of Art it is difficult for there to be any feeling even remotely community-like with the exception perhaps of being in halls. However, if you?re looking for an interesting and different-from-the-norm place to study, and perhaps are not too bothered about feeling part of a community and have maybe had experience of a large city environment, then LCC could be for you. Either way, think it through carefully (as, again, I didn?t.) I hope this review has helped you in some way, shape or form. p.s. Although I have put that I do recommmend the college, it's mainly because they won't let me be indifferent, grr...if I were to reccommend, it would only be to the right person, and so you've basically gotta figure...

bethric 14.12.2004 · Read review
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Review of London College of Printing

London Institute gains University Status.

Advantages: Good student vibe, teaching standard.
Disadvantages: Area slightly run down, some outdated computer equipment

...The London Institute is comprised of five distinguished colleges. They make up. Camberwell college of Art and Design. Central St Martins College. Chelsea College of Art and Design. London College of Fashion (LCF) London College of Printing (LCP) The London College of Printing is split into five main schools of study. You can study a variety of courses ranging from access courses, BA Hons and Masters. You can study book art, graphics, marketing, management studies and retail. The list goes on. I have been in attendance at The London College of Printing for almost a year. The college has over 9000 students so there are a few faces. I am studying Marketing and Advertising at the main site in Elephant & Castle most famously known for it pink shopping centre erected in the 70s. Although the area is slightly run down there...

alansmith212 29.08.2003 · Read review
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Review of London College of Printing

London College of Fashion

Advantages: Free form teaching
Disadvantages: No university experience

...When I was in high school, the thought of University was really really far off. It had been built into this great thing, an opportunity for me to really develop to my full potential. I would meet a wide range of people, find my own niche perhaps and learn about all the things that my high school couldn't or wouldn't teach us. After a severe process of application through UCAS and exams and acceptances ( and rejections ofcourse ) I finally chose to go to the one school I applied to outside of UCAS : The London College of Fashion. I thought that it would give me everything that a conventional university wouldn't, so instead of going to Bristol or Durham which I probably should have, I made a somewhat " distinguished" choice, I guess you could say. The London College of Fashion is part of the London Institute ( which is comprised of 5...

Wing 24.01.2001 · Read review
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Shop and dine at Universal City Walk!

Advantages: Great fun and things to do after a long day in the theme park
Disadvantages: Not as good as Downtown Disney

...What is it?? Universal City Walk is located at Universal Orlando in Florida, USA and is Universal's answer to the Downtown Disney complex at Walt Disney World. It is nowhere near as large as Downtown Disney, but nevertheless offers a ranges of shops, dining and entertainment experiences to keep you busy after a day in the two Universal theme parks. Universal City Walk is located between the two theme parks (Universal Florida and the new Islands of Adventure). If you walk out of either theme park you can't miss it!! Shopping There are quite a variety of shops here that are interesting to browse around and buy from, but as with shops at Walt Disney World, you won't find too many bargains!! Some of my favourites are as follows: Silver sells a great range of jewellery for both men and women Fossil is the famous watch...

nickjj78 10.01.2004 · Read review
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