This Other House Covent Garden review and preview is based on publicly announced details, the brand’s South Kensington property experience, and pre-opening press coverage.
The Other House Covent Garden is opening in 2026 as the second London property for the innovative “residents club” hotel concept that debuted in South Kensington in 2022. Located at 25–31 Wellington Street, Covent Garden — in the heart of London’s theatre and arts district — The Other House brings its distinctive “flat not hotel room” design philosophy to one of the city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. With 146 signature bedrooms and the full Other House Residents Club concept, this opening represents one of the most anticipated alternative luxury hotel concepts in London’s 2026 calendar.
At a Glance
| Hotel | The Other House Covent Garden |
| Address | 25–31 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2E 7DA |
| Website | theotherhouse.com/covent-garden |
| Expected Opening | 2026 |
| Category | Luxury aparthotel / residents club |
| Rooms | 146 signature bedrooms |
| Concept | “Flat not hotel room” — self-catering luxury apartments with hotel services |
| Nearest Tube | Covent Garden (2 min), Temple (5 min), Charing Cross (8 min) |
| First Property | The Other House South Kensington (opened 2022) |
| Google Rating (SK) | 4.7 stars |
Introduction: What Is The Other House?
The Other House is a genuinely original concept in London’s accommodation landscape. Founded to address the gap between hotel and home — the sterility of conventional hotel rooms versus the comfort and ownership of residential living — The Other House offers what it calls “flats not hotel rooms”: self-contained apartments with full kitchen facilities, separate living and sleeping areas, and the service infrastructure of a high-end hotel.
The brand’s South Kensington property, which opened in 2022, established the concept’s viability and generated considerable critical acclaim. Guests praised the apartment-style rooms (some of the most spacious available at comparable price points in London), the Residents Club facilities (pool, gym, treatment rooms, private members-only bar), and the sense that a stay felt closer to living in a luxury apartment building than staying in a conventional hotel.
The Covent Garden opening extends this concept into the heart of London’s cultural district — a natural habitat for the theatre-goers, arts professionals, and culturally engaged travellers who represent The Other House’s core demographic.
Location: Covent Garden, WC2E
Wellington Street in Covent Garden places The Other House within a few minutes’ walk of some of London’s greatest cultural assets:
- The Royal Opera House — 2 minutes walk
- Somerset House — 5 minutes walk
- Covent Garden Piazza — 3 minutes walk
- West End theatres — 5–10 minutes walk (Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Lyceum, Aldwych)
- Strand restaurants and bars — immediate surroundings
- The Savoy — 5 minutes walk
The location is particularly well-suited to the arts-focused traveller and the London visitor who wants to be within walking distance of the West End theatre scene. The piazza’s market, street performance culture, and the surrounding network of restaurant-dense streets (Neal Street, Floral Street, Henrietta Street) create an immediately vibrant neighbourhood context.
The “Flat Not Hotel Room” Concept
The fundamental premise of The Other House is that conventional hotel rooms are designed for functional efficiency rather than genuine comfort. The Other House’s response is to design spaces that feel like well-appointed London flats: separate living and sleeping areas, full kitchen facilities (including proper coffee machines, wine storage, and cooking equipment), generous storage, and a quality of natural light and space that typical hotel rooms sacrifice for corridor efficiency.
Based on the South Kensington property, guests can expect:
- Studios and one-bedroom flat configurations (rather than traditional hotel room types)
- Full kitchen with cooking facilities — genuinely useful for extended stays
- Separate living area in larger configurations
- Generous storage and wardrobe space
- High-quality bathrooms (walk-in showers, premium fittings)
- In-flat laundry facilities at some configurations
The Residents Club
Beyond the individual flat spaces, The Other House concept includes a “Residents Club” — a set of shared amenities available exclusively to guests:
- Swimming pool
- Gym and fitness facilities
- Treatment rooms (spa and wellbeing services)
- Private bar and lounge — members-only, with a cocktail and food programme
- Screening room (at South Kensington; likely at Covent Garden)
- Concierge services
What Guests at South Kensington Say (Indicating CG Experience)
South Kensington reviews on Google (4.7 stars) provide useful signals for what Covent Garden guests can expect. Guests consistently praise: the apartment space and quality (described as “like staying in a very well-designed London home”), the Residents Club pool and spa, the sense of privacy and security compared to conventional hotels, and the staff’s combination of hotel-service professionalism and residential community warmth.
The most commonly noted consideration is price — The Other House sits at a premium positioning relative to conventional hotels of similar footprint, which is explained by the apartment-format spaces and Residents Club amenities.
Who Is The Other House Covent Garden Best For?
The Other House Covent Garden is ideal for: theatre-goers who want a West End-adjacent base with genuinely comfortable living spaces; extended-stay visitors who want kitchen facilities and residential-style living alongside hotel services; arts professionals visiting London for filming, auditions, or productions in the WC2 area; couples who want space, privacy, and comfort beyond what conventional hotel rooms typically offer; culturally engaged travellers for whom Covent Garden’s arts and dining scene is the primary draw.
Pricing (Estimated)
Based on South Kensington pricing, The Other House Covent Garden studios are expected to start from approximately £300–£500 per night, with one-bedroom configurations from approximately £500–£800+ per night. The pricing reflects the apartment-format spaces and Residents Club access rather than a direct comparison with hotel room pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does The Other House Covent Garden open?
The Other House Covent Garden is scheduled to open in 2026. It will be the second London property for the brand, following The Other House South Kensington (opened 2022). Check the official website (theotherhouse.com) for confirmed dates.
Where is The Other House Covent Garden?
The Other House Covent Garden is located at 25–31 Wellington Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 7DA. The nearest tube station is Covent Garden (2 min walk on the Piccadilly line).
What is The Other House concept?
The Other House is an “aparthotel” concept that provides self-contained luxury apartments (rather than conventional hotel rooms) combined with hotel-style services and a private Residents Club with pool, gym, spa, and private bar. The brand’s philosophy is “a flat not a hotel room.”
Does The Other House have a pool?
Yes — the South Kensington property includes a swimming pool as part of the Residents Club. Based on brand standards, a pool is expected at the Covent Garden property.
London Reviews Pre-Opening Verdict on The Other House Covent Garden
The Other House concept is one of the most genuinely innovative in London’s accommodation market — and the Covent Garden location is ideally suited to its arts-forward, culturally engaged target guest. The combination of apartment-format living, Residents Club amenities, and theatre-district positioning creates a compelling offer for a specific but underserved traveller.
We will publish a full post-opening review once the property has opened. Based on the South Kensington property’s performance, expectations are high.
Disclaimer: This is a pre-opening preview. Details may change. Always confirm directly with The Other House for current information.
