Central London: No Commute. No Hotel. A Private Residence
for the Duration.
Professionals contracted into central London face a straightforward calculation: what does accommodation actually cost when the commute, the hotel dining and the variability of quality are accounted for? A Select Apartments private residence eliminates all three. A proper home, within walking or a short tube ride of every major central London employment zone, managed consistently for the duration of the contract.
Location Overview
Central London is where the contracts are. Select Apartments residences are positioned across prime central London addresses that place contractors within practical reach of the City of London, Westminster, Canary Wharf, Mayfair and the West End without the early starts and unpredictable journey times that outer London or commuter accommodation imposes. For professionals contracted into the capital from elsewhere in the UK, from Europe or from further afield, a central London private residence is not an expense. It is a more sensible arrangement than the alternatives.
The advantage of a central address compounds across a contract. No transport cost from outer London. No daily hotel dining. No weekend cleaning charge. A kitchen stocked to specification. Housekeeping arranged around the working week. And an operator — Joe — who manages the placement directly, so the professional can use their time in London productively rather than managing their accommodation.
Central London:
What Our Guests Are Close To
Corporate invoicing to employers, umbrella companies or personal services companies: accommodation cost managed cleanly within the contract arrangement.
High-speed private Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace within every residence for contractors who work from accommodation as well as their contracted office.
All major central London Underground lines within a short walk of every Select Apartments residence: direct access to the City, Canary Wharf, Westminster and the West End without interchange.
Midweek arrangement available for contractors who return home at weekends: the residence prepared to the same standard every Monday morning.
A full private kitchen in every residence: eliminates hotel dining costs across a multi-week or multi-month contract and enables working breakfasts and in-residence client entertainment.
No commute time from outer London: time on contract is working time, not transit time.
The City of London, Westminster and Mayfair — the most concentrated employment zones for senior professional contracting in the capital — all accessible within 20 minutes of any Select Apartments address.
Why Central London For
An International Guest
Guest Priority
Consistent quality on every return
Midweek flexibility
Cost efficiency across the contract
Full working environment
Elimination of commute cost and time
Proximity to major employment zones
What Central London Delivers
A private residence maintained to the same standard for every arrival, however frequently the contractor returns throughout the contract
Midweek arrangements available for contractors returning home at weekends, prepared consistently every Monday
No daily hotel dining costs; kitchen stocked to specification; corporate invoicing to the employing entity or umbrella company
Private Wi-Fi, dedicated workspace and a full kitchen in every residence from day one of the placement
Central address means no outer London transport cost and no unpredictable journey times eating into working hours
City of London, Westminster, Mayfair, Canary Wharf and the West End all within 20 minutes by tube or on foot
Connectivity:
London And Beyond
Connection
Detail
Eurostar, St Pancras
Central London tube
Luton Airport
Farnborough Airport
London City Airport
Heathrow Airport
20–35 mins from prime central London addresses
All central properties within 5–10 mins of major stations
50–65 mins by private car
45–60 mins by private car (private aviation hub)
30–45 mins by private car from central locations
25–40 mins depending on location: Elizabeth line or private car
Frequently Asked Questions
To discuss which residence in our central London collection best suits your visit, contact Select Apartments directly for a private conversation.
Can accommodation costs be billed to my umbrella company or employer?
Yes. Invoicing can be directed to the employing entity, umbrella company or personal services company as required. Confirm
the billing arrangement when making an initial enquiry and we will ensure the documentation is in the correct format from the outset.
Which areas of central London do your properties cover?
Our portfolio is centred on prime West End and central London locations, with the collection expanding across additional central
addresses. Contact us directly with your preferred area and contract location and we will advise on current availability across the
collection.
Can I arrange a midweek stay and return home at weekends?
Yes. We manage midweek arrangements for contractors who return home at weekends, with the residence prepared to the
same standard for every Monday arrival. The arrangement is confirmed in advance and maintained consistently throughout the
contract period.
How does a central London residence compare in cost to commuting from outside?
For contracts of four weeks or more, a Select Apartments central London residence consistently represents better overall value
when commuting costs, hotel dining and the time cost of daily travel are factored in. Contact us directly and we will provide a
clear cost comparison for your specific contract dates and requirements.
How close are your properties to major central London employment zones?
All Select Apartments central London residences are within a short tube ride or walk of the City of London, Westminster and
Mayfair. Canary Wharf is accessible via the Elizabeth line, typically within 25–30 minutes. Contact us with your contract location
and we will advise on the best-positioned residence from the collection.