Hotel The Central (London, United Kingdom)

Whether you're coming to East London for a major business event at the ExCel Centre, a gig at the O2, or a West Ham game, The Central is in a good place for access to these venues, either on foot, in the case of West Ham, or by tube.

While you won't exactly be living in luxury, you will be paying a sane price for budget accommodation in London. Assuming you just need a place to lay your head overnight, without paying a fortune, The Central might just do the job.

A bonus of The Central is that it provides free Wi-Fi throughout, so whether you need to check your ticket bookings or catch up on emails, you can do it all from the privacy of your room, at no extra charge.

Guests report that the carpets are held together with tape, rooms haven't been cleaned or dusted well, and communal bathroom and kitchen facilities can be quite grimy. Not ideal if you like the idea of staying somewhere clean.

Whether it's the people in the neighbouring room slamming doors, the revelry from the pub pulsing into your eardrums, or the sirens squealing by on the street, it's possible that unless you take earplugs, sleep will be difficult.

Given that it's a bit of a walk from the nearest tube station, the fact that the area doesn't feel very safe after dark can be an issue for many guests. If you're worried, it's best to take a bus or taxi rather than walking the streets.