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At the homestay, every unit is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a shared bathroom, bed linen and towels. An oven, a microwave and toaster are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. All units have a wardrobe.

The property itself is a clean and peaceful area..and the members of this family is amazing personality..the way they treated me as their family..very helpful very dedicated.and provide a five star hotel breakfast.. excellent service excellent human beings

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9.5
Exceptional
123 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

Situated in London, 1.7 km from East Ham and 3.7 km from Barking, Luxurious House near Excel- Air Conditioning, 9 Beds, 2 Baths, Garden, fast WiFi features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This recently renovated guest house is located 6.3 km from West Ham and 7 km from Stratford Tube Station. Guests can make use of a garden.

The property was perfect for our large group visiting London. Just a few steps from the bus stop and grocery. An easy walk from two metro stations made sightseeing around easy. Andy made sure the house was completely ready for our stay. He had the house stocked with everything we could possibly need to include toilet roll, cleaning supplies, and even shampoo/conditioner. There were plenty of plates, cups, and cooking items for our group of 9. Two full bathrooms with plenty of hot water accommodated multiple showers at the same time. The house is also equipped with a washer/dryer and dishwasher which made doing laundry and cooking a breeze. The property was very clean and the beds were very comfortable which was nice after long days of walking. The A/C kept the property cool during the warmer days. Communicating with Andy was easy and he is quick to respond to any questions/needs.

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10
Exceptional
121 reviews
Price from
£899.10
per night

Comfortable Room With Ensuite is located in the Tower Hamlets district of London, less than 1 km from Tower of London, a 8-minute walk from Tower Bridge and 1.2 km from Sky Garden. The property is around 2.9 km from London Bridge, 3 km from St Paul's Cathedral and 4.2 km from Canada Water. Waterloo Station is 5.1 km from the guest house.

The landlord was very helpful and understanding. He gave us detailed instructions on how to use various appliances and was always there if we needed him. The room was very clean with everything one would need - large flat screen TV, iron, blow dryer, the scales to weigh the luggage, power adaptera for European plug ins, microwave oven, fridge, toaster, kettle and more. We had plenty of room to store our clothes, big drawers and a closet. Everything was clearly explained. It was very affordable to rent this room and was within a 5 minute walk from tourist sites such as the Tower or the Tower Bridge.

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9.1
Superb
154 reviews
Price from
£123.97
per night

Stylish Modern Studio, Mock Georgian House, Heart of Trendy Hackney & London is set in London, 2.9 km from Olympic Stadium and 4.3 km from Brick Lane, in an area where cycling can be enjoyed. The accommodation is 1.3 km from Victoria Park, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi. Paid street parking is also possible on site.

Featuring garden views, the homestay comes with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a seating area, a desk and 1 bathroom.

Guests at the homestay can enjoy a continental breakfast.

The accommodations were clean and comfortable. The host was helpful, responsive, and very generous. She kindly left us all sorts of breakfast fare, and made sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommended!

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9.2
Superb
122 reviews
Price from
£170
per night

The homestay consists of 2 separate bedrooms, 1 bathroom and a living room. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Popular points of interest near the homestay include Buckingham Palace, Victoria Train Station and Banqueting House. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 15 km from BIG BEN'S SHADE.

Fabulous location and a tremendous value. Easy communicating with Edwin. The juice, bread, and jam was a nice little bonus. The washing machine in the unit really came in handy!

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9.1
Superb
112 reviews
Price from
£270
per night

Harlinger Lodge Annexe is located in the Greenwich district of London, 5.7 km from Blackheath station, 6.5 km from Greenwich Park and 8.2 km from Canary Wharf Underground Station. The guest house, set in a building dating from 1997, is 8.9 km from Canada Water and 9.1 km from West Ham. The property is non-smoking and is situated 5.1 km from O2 Arena.

Quiet, clean, riverside, near from train station, etc.

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9
Superb
261 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

Located in London, 1 km from Portobello Road Market and 4 km from the centre, The Hayden Pub & Rooms provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a terrace. It is situated 1.3 km from Paddington Station and features a housekeeping service. The guest house features family rooms.

Almost evething. Personal, room design, cleaning.

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9.3
Superb
607 reviews
Price from
£213.75
per night

Boasting a garden, terrace and views of city, The Brownswood is situated in London, 4.1 km from Wood Green Metro Station. The property is located 4.6 km from Tottenham Hale, 5.4 km from King's Cross Theatre and 5.6 km from Camden Market. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Emirates Stadium is 2.7 km away.

Room 1 is huge, comfortable, reaaaally warm and beautifully decorated. We got a free room upgrade without even asking! The staff are all very nice and helpful.

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9.3
Superb
574 reviews
Price from
£162.80
per night

Situated within 900 metres of British Museum and an 11-minute walk of Dominion Theatre, The Grafton Arms offers rooms in London. The property is close to several noted attractions, around a 12-minute walk from Oxford Street and around 1.1 km from Carnaby Street. The property features a restaurant and Prince Edward Theatre is 1.2 km away.

The room was fantastic - big by Europe standards and clean. Location was great

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9.2
Superb
555 reviews
Price from
£209
per night

Located in the centre of London, just 1.1 km from Portobello Road Market and 1.7 km from Paddington Station, Romantic Bungalow in Notting Hill provides accommodation with garden views and free WiFi. This 5-star guest house offers luggage storage space. Outdoor dining is also possible at the guest house.

Tommy and Harold were fantastic. They met with such warmth. All two and half of them (yes I meant the dog) it’s a pity, our stay here was on the fag end of our trip and was very short. Oh well, here’s looking forward to the next time I am staying with them.

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9.8
Exceptional
141 reviews

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  • Charlie Hotel
    5.7
    Scored 5.7
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 2,047 reviews

    Charlie's Hotel offers comfortable, budget-priced B&B accommodation in London, not far from Hampstead Heath and Camden Market. Central London is a 10-minute Tube journey away.

    The breakfast was delicious! A good start for the day.

  • Church Street Hotel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,640 reviews

    This Spanish-American-style boutique hotel is in Camberwell, with easy access by bus to central London. It offers free WiFi, an honesty bar and attractive rooms.

    Really nice hotel, really cozy, lovely neighborhood

  • Norfolk House
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 101 reviews

    Offering a garden and garden view, Norfolk House is located in London, 4.2 km from Emirates Stadium and 4.7 km from Liverpool Street Underground Station.

    Obsługa, bardzo miła i serdeczna Pani właścicielka

  • Mile End Budget Guesthouse
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 373 reviews

    Mile End Budget Guesthouse in London features accommodation with free WiFi, 2.5 km from Canary Wharf Underground Station, 2.9 km from Victoria Park and 3.4 km from Olympic Stadium.

    I always enjoy the stay at this budget guesthouse.

  • City Budget Guesthouse
    4.9
    Scored 4.9
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 618 reviews

    City Budget Guesthouse features accommodation with free WiFi in London, in a prime location 1.2 km from Brick Lane and 1.8 km from Sky Garden.

    Excellent place, clean, great location and good price

  • Regency House Hotel
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 952 reviews

    Regency House Hotel is a Georgian town house, conveniently situated in Bloomsbury. It is a 20-minute walk from King’s Cross/St.

    Location, staff friendliness, breakfast, facilities

  • Guilford House Hotel
    4.4
    Scored 4.4
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 725 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from Russell Square Underground Station, Guilford House Hotel has a 24-hour front desk and free internet access. The British Museum is 600 metres away.

    l’emplacement et le fait d’avoir le petit déjeuner

  • Grange Portland Hotel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 337 reviews

    Near Covent Garden and the West End, this Georgian town house is a boutique-style property offering free WiFi. Russell Square Underground Station is a 5-minute walk away.

    It was in a good location for what we had planned.

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  • Private Room near Canary Wharf
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 35 reviews

    Private Room near Canary Wharf is situated in the Tower Hamlets district of London, 3.2 km from West Ham, 4 km from Olympic Stadium and 4.3 km from Stratford Tube Station.

    La pulizia e la vicinanza ad una fermata dei pulman

  • LONDON ROOM 1
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 6 reviews

    LONDON ROOM 1 is situated in the Tower Hamlets district of London, 2.5 km from Victoria Park, 2.9 km from Canary Wharf Underground Station and 3.9 km from Brick Lane.

  • Smart London Townhouse
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 171 reviews

    4.3 km from Colliers Wood in London, Smart London Townhouse offers accommodation with access to a hot tub.

    Victor top man. Hope you get your graphics card working

  • Cool Place 02 Academy
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 205 reviews

    Cool Place 02 Academy is set in the Lambeth district of London, 4.4 km from Victoria Train Station, 4.5 km from Westminster Abbey and 4.5 km from Victoria Underground Station.

    Very nice and quiet place, cool, pleasant owner and kind and friendly approach !

  • Tulse Hill Luxury Cosy Rooms
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 452 reviews

    Boasting garden views, Tulse Hill Luxury Cosy Rooms provides accommodation with patio, around 3.9 km from O2 Academy Brixton.

    Clean environment, friendly staff & quiet location

  • North West Lodge Guest House
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 376 reviews

    3.9 km from Wembley Stadium, North West Lodge Guest House is situated in London and features free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

    clean, warm and comfortable what more would you want

  • Cosy room in London Wembley
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 202 reviews

    Cosy room in London Wembley is situated in the Brent district of London, 4.3 km from London Designer Outlet, 4.4 km from Wembley Arena and 5.4 km from Park Royal.

    Warm/comfy/very homely / reasonably priced etc

  • Amazing Room
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 164 reviews

    In the Lambeth district of London, close to O2 Academy Brixton, Amazing Room has free WiFi and a washing machine. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay.

    As advertised. Very personable and professional host.

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in London

  • Lovely room
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 reviews

    Located in the centre of London, 400 metres from Royal Opera House and 400 metres from Lyceum Theatre, Lovely room offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

    מיקום מצוין, נקי ומסודר. בעלת הדירה מאוד נחמדה ועדיבה. מומלץ בחום.

  • London Park Haven
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 49 reviews

    Situated within 1.3 km of Paddington Station and 1.5 km of Lord's Cricket Ground in London, London Park Haven features accommodation with seating area.

    Very cosy apartment Super friendly host Quiet Nice location

  • Parliament House - Luxury Penthouse
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 31 reviews

    Parliament House - Luxury Penthouse offers accommodation located 2 km from the centre of London and features a fitness centre and a garden.

    Amazing service, great location and outstanding views!

  • Top Floor Room in Baker St
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 55 reviews

    Top Floor Room in Baker St is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, 1.4 km from Oxford Circus, 1.8 km from Paddington Station and 1.1 km from Oxford Street.

    Property was extremely clean and comfortable. Perfect location!

  • The Grafton Arms Pub & Rooms
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 555 reviews

    Situated within 900 metres of British Museum and an 11-minute walk of Dominion Theatre, The Grafton Arms offers rooms in London.

    Great location, comfy rooms great value for London

  • BIG BEN'S SHADE
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 112 reviews

    BIG BEN'S SHADE is situated in the Westminster Borough district of London, less than 1 km from Big Ben, a 8-minute walk from Houses of Parliament and less than 1 km from Churchill War Rooms.

    Location, communication with the owner, Netflix TV

  • Affordable Double room in Central London near Elephant and Castle station
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2 reviews

    Attractively located in the Southwark district of London, Affordable Double room in Central London near Elephant and Castle station is located 3.1 km from Big Ben, 3.1 km from Waterloo Station and 3.4...

  • Spacious room in Central London
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 18 reviews

    In the Westminster Borough district of London, close to Tottenham Court Road, Spacious room in Central London has free WiFi and a washing machine.

  • Beautiful double room in a central location next to various tube stations with breakfast and yoga options available on site
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews

    Beautiful double room in a central location next to various tube stations with breakfast and yoga options available on site provides accommodation located 1.6 km from the centre of London and features...

    Exceptional, friendly host. Felt welcome and was left to my own devices.

  • Lovely Triple and Quadruple Bedrooms in Euston
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 41 reviews

    Ideally set in the Camden district of London, Lovely Triple and Quadruple Bedrooms in Euston is situated 1.2 km from King's Cross St Pancras, 1.3 km from King's Cross Station and 1.2 km from British...

    Excellent location for us. Very comfy beds, warm and clean.

  • Lord Merit Guest Rooms in King's Cross St Pancras
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3 reviews

    Attractively set in the Camden district of London, Lord Merit Guest Rooms in King's Cross St Pancras is situated less than 1 km from Euston Station, a 7-minute walk from King's Cross Theatre and 1.8...

  • Private Room&Bath near the Square Mile
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 13 reviews

    Offering city views, Private Room&Bath near the Square Mile is an accommodation located in London, 1.8 km from Royal Opera House and 1.5 km from Somerset House.

    tolle Gastgeberin, tolle lage , insgesamt unbedingt zu empfehlen

  • Covent Garden Penthouse
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 20 reviews

    On a little street between Covent Garden market square and The Strand Convenient whether you are on business or a tourist.

    Excellent Location in London, cute and very clean apartment.

  • Central London Rooms
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4 reviews

    Offering city views, Central London Rooms is an accommodation located in London, 1.3 km from British Museum and 1.5 km from King's Cross Theatre.

  • Temporary letting
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Located in London, near Victoria Underground Station, Westminster Abbey and Houses of Parliament, Temporary letting features free WiFi.

  • Central London Waterloo
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5 reviews

    Central London Waterloo offers accommodation within 1.9 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge.

  • Private Rooms in Euston, Central London (135)
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 48 reviews

    Private Rooms in Euston, Central London (135) offers accommodation within 2.2 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with an oven, a microwave and a fridge.

    Price and location cannot be beat! Very comfortable.

  • House close to kings cross
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 242 reviews

    In the Islington district of London, close to King's Cross Station, House close to kings cross has a garden, free WiFi and a washing machine.

    Amazing balcony. Lovely hosts and nice kitchen and breakfast

  • Shared Apartment in Central London
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 92 reviews

    Situated within 2.1 km of King's Cross St Pancras and 2.4 km of St Paul's Cathedral in the centre of London, Shared Apartment in Central London features accommodation with free WiFi and seating area.

    the environment is fabulous; and landlord is very nice.

  • Farringdon Apartments
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 35 reviews

    Providing quiet street views and free WiFi, Farringdon Apartments provides accommodation well located in London, within a short distance of King's Cross St Pancras, British Museum and Liverpool Street...

    Comunicación fluida, buena ubicación muy céntrica y tranquila.

  • Comfy Private Bedrooms near Euston, Central London (127)
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 23 reviews

    Comfy Private Bedrooms near Euston, Central London (127) features accommodation within 2.2 km of the centre of London, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop.

    I stayed in this bigger room (quadruple) very comfortable

  • Stay in Bloomsbury2
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 7 reviews

    Situated in the centre of London, Stay in Bloomsbury2 features accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. There is a private entrance at the homestay for the convenience of those who stay.

  • Cosmopolitan Comfort Private Bedrooms in Euston 106
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 38 reviews

    Cosmopolitan Comfort Private Bedrooms in Euston 106 is located in the Camden district of London, 1.4 km from Regents Park, 500 metres from Euston Station and 1.5 km from King's Cross Station.

    Nice and spacious, clean, everything ready to use.

  • Jubilee Hotel Victoria
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,109 reviews

    Set in a Georgian townhouse in Victoria, Jubilee Hotel Victoria is 5 minutes’ walk from Victoria Rail Station. It offers fast Wi-Fi, and the shops of Knightsbridge are a 15-minute walk away.

    Clean, comfortable, friendly staff, great location

  • LondonEYE private bedroom in shared flat
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 23 reviews

    LondonEYE private bedroom in shared flat offers accommodation set 2.5 km from the centre of London and provides a fitness centre and a garden.

    Great location on the Thames plenty of stuff to do around there

  • COBBOLD COURT share flat
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Conveniently set in the Westminster Borough district of London, COBBOLD COURT share flat is located 1.2 km from Big Ben, less than 1 km from Houses of Parliament and a 12-minute walk from Churchill...

  • Lovely Double Rooms in Euston & Square
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 34 reviews

    Lovely Double Rooms in Euston & Square in London offers accommodation with free WiFi, 1.2 km from King's Cross St Pancras, 1.3 km from King's Cross Station and 1.2 km from British Museum.

    Excellent response time by host. Great location and easy to access.

  • Stunning rooms by Nine Elms station
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 119 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge and views of quiet street, Stunning rooms by Nine Elms station is a recently renovated guest house situated in London, 2.4 km from O2 Academy Brixton.

    I liked everything about the property it’s a perfect spot

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Homestays that guests love in London

  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 24 reviews
    Although you're in someone's private home, you're allowed all the privacy you might ask for. Also, there is an actual bath in the bathroom. Not just a shower head behind some vinyl curtain. The host is a very gentle and hospitable lady.
    Eric G
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £445.50
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 421 reviews
    The rooms were spacious and staff were incredibly attentive. The hotel feels like a beautiful private home.
    Lara
    Family with young children
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11 reviews
    1st time ever staying in a private home from home setting so have no comparison. Lackisha was very welcoming showed us where everything was upon arrival ,the room was very clean had all we required for the overnight stay. Would I stay again!! yes I would
    Watts
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £252.09
    4.6
    Scored 4.6
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 12 reviews
    This was a private home. Not available to stay in leaving us stranded with no accommodation. We have been scanned and had our money stolen under false pretences . Will I get my money back?.....got an email saying you'd not had a response to your request from the owner. Guess what, neither have I.
    Liz
    People with friends
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 25 reviews
    Hurlingham B&B is a great place to stay in a quiet residential street but also very close to good local restaurants and excellent travel amenities by underground (Putney Bridge) and bus services. Gilly is a very welcoming host and it is very much a case of you being guests in her private home. Room and facilities all very comfortable, breakfast is fabulous, coffee exceptional, great attention to detail. We look forward to staying again.
    Julian
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 43 reviews
    It had the atmosphere of a private home which made us feel very comfortable. Rowan is an excellent host without being in any way intrusive. A perfect location for a central London visit. We would definitely stay again in the future.
    Cliff
    Solo traveller
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 357 reviews
    We felt like guests at a beautiful private home
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 178 reviews
    I was well impressed with this place. I was apprehensive about staying in shared accommodation/a homestay as I'd never done it before and I was travelling on my own but Francien was lovely, great host, great rooms and great facilities. Really accommodating for guests too. Hoping to stay again at some point. Thank you so much. Loved hearing your stories.
    Hedley
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £195
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 82 reviews
    Really enjoyed 3 nights at Oxford Street Homestay, fantastic location, so central. Moshe was a great host, very helpful, even allowing us to check in early at no additional cost. Comfortable room and very clean, would recommend to others and would definitely come back.
    Nicola
    Young couple
  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 38 reviews
    Goodocation, lots of parking, clean, private home
    Thobekile
    People with friends

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