Finding contractor accommodation in London

We understand that finding contractor accommodation in London that match your requirements can be difficult and time consuming. Finding the right location and accommodation that offers you the comforts of home so you can relax at the end of the day can be difficult to pinpoint. In this article, we have listed some of the main criteria to consider, which will help you to narrow down your search and find your ideal property!

The Arte Stays Guide to finding contractor accommodation in London

Convenient location

Before you begin your search, it is a good idea to write down your list of accommodation priorities or preferences, and your budget.

London is a huge city, so the first thing to do is to concentrate your contractor accommodation search in locations that are close your place of work. Although public transport is good and convenient for getting around the city, time and costs can soon mount up if your accommodation is a long way from where you will be working.

Local Amenities

Once you have narrowed down your location search, think about the length of your stay, and what facilities you need for your physical and mental wellbeing. What type of amenities would you prefer nearby that will give you options for evenings out, leisure, relaxation and health, for example:

• Supermarket/shopping options

• Nightlife

• Parks/green spaces

• Gym/Leisure facilities
  

Also think about the local cultural landscape. London is a diverse city and offers you the chance to broaden your cultural horizons and sample new cuisines without having to travel overseas.

Transport links

Once you have pinpointed your ideal location, how you are going to travel around? The ideal location should have public transport links for a straightforward commute, which will offer options to explore the wider area as well as London tourist sites during weekends. Look out for:

• Tube stations

• DLR (Dockland Light Railway)

• Bus stops and route numbers

• Check out the Transport for London website for more information about their electric bike scheme
  

Accommodation Type

Okay, so now you have pinpointed your ideal location, the convenience of nearby amenities and public transport links, what type of contractor accommodation are you looking for? If you are working in London for more than a few days, London hotels can be pricey, with impersonal and sterile rooms. Serviced homes have become a popular choice for contractors and other business travellers in recent years, providing a lifestyle approach not available in hotels. Properties offer the comfort and convenience of a hotel stay, but also provide flexibility, space and amenities (such as fully fitted kitchens), at a lower price point. For more information, read our blog about the benefits offered by serviced accommodation.

Although you are looking for contractor accommodation for work, it is important for mental and physical wellbeing to be able to switch off in the evenings – something that is difficult to achieve in busy hotels. If you have only stayed in hotels before, take a look at this article about transitioning from hotels to serviced accommodation.

Flexibility

Life as a contractor can be changeable and unpredictable, so choose contractor accommodation that offers you the flexibility to extend or cut short your stay, as required. Making sure that you can adapt accommodation needs to your ever-changing schedule will save you money.

Do your homework by reading online reviews

Read both positive and negative reviews from previous guests for a balanced view of:

• Quality of accommodation

• Cleanliness

• Amenities

• Customer satisfaction

• Value for money

• Availability of staff and willingness to sort out problems
  

At Arte Stays, we believe your stay in this amazing city should be about much more than work! That is why we provide a selection of hand-picked, character-filled serviced homes for hassle-free contractor accommodation in east London. All our properties are unique but have the modern comforts of home, so you can relax and recharge in a homely environment.

Finding contractor accommodation in London does not need to be difficult or complicated. Use this guide to narrow down your search or contact our friendly team to find out how Arte Stays can help you to find the ideal London property, tailored to your unique requirements.