Safestay at Elephant & Castle is based in John Smith House, which dates back to the 18th Century. More recently, the building was the Labour Party headquarters and the backdrop to many election time news reports as people hurried to and from stormy political meetings. In October 2010, planning permission was given to turn the building into Safestay, offering a new benchmark for budget accommodation in London. And being so close to the big London tourist attractions what better place is there?