Situated in the heart...

...of London’s trendy Shoreditch and with an entrance that’s all glass doors, polished concrete and exposed brickwork, The Hoxton may look super-cool and exclusive but it’s actually surprisingly affordable (under some deals, only £1 a night). Despite the bargain rates, each of the 205 rooms is big on style – elegantly designed in rich, dark tones, with warm snuggly duvets and fabulous showers. A cooked breakfast isn’t included in the price, but you will get a lovely Pret ‘breakfast bag’ in the morning, plus incredible extras, like a free hour of calls to anywhere in the world and insider guides to the best shops, bars and restaurants in the area. Not that you need to go far to eat yourself into a thoroughly satisfied coma. Simply slide into a red leather booth at the hotel’s famous Hoxton Grill and tuck into delicious American fare, such as huge steaks followed by decadent chocolate brownie and Jack Daniel’s ice cream. Standard room rates start from £59.