McCafferty's Guesthouse Ilford

Check in was annoying. Disorganised. I know the rooms are above a busy pub but felt like I was a nuisance wanting to check in. Needed to get bag searched and someone just walked off and left me when I thought they were checking me in.

Parking was easy. Free parking all weekend across the road. Staff booked us in quickly and let us into the hotel. The room was compact, the bed was clean. Unfortunately both mugs were dirty, as if they had been used and not cleaned at all. I went down to get them changed which they did straight away. The door to the bathroom was very sticky, to the point we actually didn't want to shut it after the first time for fear of getting stuck. Bathroom was clean though and shower was hot. The music is loud, we were fine with it as we weren't looking to sleep too early. It finished at around 1am. They did provide ear plugs but unless you sleep like the dead or are already awake it will likely be noticeable.

For the price couldn't complain about the room. Bed was comfy and we booked it at short notice due to bus replacement services running. Handy if travelling on Elizabeth Line due to it's location. We knew we were staying above a pub but they provided ear plugs which was a nice touch.

No parking offered other than on the road

Clean and comfortable room, slightly noisy stairs(which have seen better days) with guests going up or dawn. Very friendly people greeting you.