Alwyne Place, Islington, London

Part of onefinestay's family portfolio of child-friendly self-catering properties perfect for those travelling with young kids, Alwyne Place is chic and contemporary but also features toys, spacious social areas and a garden. It's located in the lively, family-centric north London district of Islington with its great pubs, cafés and restaurants, but it's also only a short walk from Underground and mainline train stations and bus stops, so you can easily explore the rest of the British capital.

Sleeping space for up to 10 makes Alwyne Place perfect for a large family city break. The master and double rooms are ideal for adults, while the twin and bunk rooms (complete with toys) are just right for kids, and there's also a double sofa-bed in the top-floor living room, with its home cinema system, comfy sofas, working fireplace and large windows – perfect for relaxing and socialising as a family. 

As with all reservations with onefinestay, a member of staff will meet you on arrival and loan you an iPhone giving you access to 24/7 support and insider tips on things to do and places to eat in the local area, put together by the property owner. There's also a weekly cleaning service, and fluffy towels and plush toiletries are provided.

Read our feature on a family homestay at a onefinestay London property. Note that our travel expert can also help you to find family apartments for different sizes of family and in other London neighbourhoods.