Mama London sits on Hackney Road, home to an eclectic tapestry of late-night dive bars, cool florists, wine bars and hot-ticket restaurants. It’s classic Mama Shelter: maximalist to the core, with a touch of the 1970s. Mismatched chairs, Liberty London prints and shelves full of London-centric tomes, beaded masks and animal-shaped ceramics adorn the ground-floor. The highlight? The two, sound-proofed, Japanese-style karaoke rooms in the basement complete with neon lighting, 1950s-style microphones, two screens and plenty of lounging space. Rooms also feel kistch Seventies in style but are calmer than the riot downstairs: peach walls, monochrome carpets, wooden seating, and cool, colourful cushions and lamps. It’s mercifully quiet, and together with the blackout blinds and comfy beds makes for a good night’s sleep.
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