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London hostels
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Best London hostels
With a stay at SoHostel, you'll be centrally located in London, steps from Oxford Street and 7 minutes by foot from Piccadilly. Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Overall 8.0 Excellent
Based on 4,458 reviews
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Excellent
9.4
Excellent
9.7
Pros: Everything was great
Good
7.4
Pros: Great location, walking distance to everything and a tresco right across the street. Friendly staff, very helpfu. Good wifi connection in com areas.
Okay
5.4
Pros: Location
With a stay at Safestay London Elephant & Castle - Hostel, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 5-minute drive of Borough Market and St. Thomas' Hospital. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Overall 8.0 Excellent
Based on 3,998 reviews
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Excellent
8.2
Pros: The staff was helpful. Facilities were fresh looking and nice albeit the showers were a bit tight. This is hostel living with 8 in a room on bunks.
With a stay at YHA London Central - Hostel in London (London City Centre), you'll be a 5-minute walk from Regent Street and 6 minutes by foot from Oxford Street. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Overall 8.0 Excellent
Based on 3,720 reviews
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Excellent
8.3
Pros: Great location. This was the first place we went in London and the staff helped us to get our feet on the ground. The beds were comfortable and the food was good fro the price.
With a stay at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel in London (Camden), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Regent's Park and Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Overall 8.0 Excellent
Based on 3,038 reviews
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Excellent
8.8
Pros: Location, architecture, hip vibe.
Excellent
9.3
Pros: Cleanliness, location close to tube station.
Good
7.4
Pros: everything was good except the WIFI was extremely bad. It keep getting disconnected and complained to staff several times. They knew about the problem and one remarked that owners considered WIFI a luxury and not a neccesacity
A stay at YHA London St Pancras - Hostel places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Russell Square and University College London. Featured amenities include luggage storage and an elevator.
Overall 8.0 Excellent
Based on 2,735 reviews
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Located in London (Brondesbury Park), Hillspring Lodge is within a 15-minute drive of Hyde Park and The British Museum. Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a computer station, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Overall 8.0 Excellent
Based on 2,510 reviews
Located in London (London City Centre), PubLove @ The White Ferry, Victoria - Hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Apollo Victoria Theatre and Victoria Palace Theatre. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
Overall 8.0 Excellent
Based on 2,024 reviews
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Okay
4.2
Excellent
10.0
Pros: best staff ever! really great amenities. I felt safe leaving my stuff in the room. the pub was also a great place to hang out. great beer and food. good conversation.
With a stay at The Walrus Bar and Hostel, you'll be centrally located in London, just a 3-minute walk from St. Thomas' Hospital and 7 minutes by foot from Westminster Bridge. Featured amenities include microwave in a common area and refrigerator in a common area.
Overall 8.0 Excellent
Based on 1,236 reviews
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A stay at PubLove @ The Steam Engine - Hostel places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of St. Thomas' Hospital and Westminster Bridge. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
Overall 8.0 Excellent
Based on 1,005 reviews
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Excellent
8.6
Pros: The location of the hostel was great! My first night there, I walked into town to see the London Eye, Parliament/Big Ben, and Westminster Abbey. Then, I walked back. Round trip: 1 h, 30 mins. The hostel is also close to a Tube station, so getting anywhere is a breeze.
Staff were friendly, price was good, and there was a good mix of travellers.
A stay at Dover Castle Hostel places you in the heart of London, within a 10-minute walk of Borough Market and The Shard. Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff.
Overall 7.0 Good
Based on 2,723 reviews
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A stay at Safestay London Kensington Holland Park places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Kensington High Street and Kensington Gardens. Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Overall 7.0 Good
Based on 3,128 reviews
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With a stay at PubLove @ The Crown, Battersea in London (Battersea), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Clapham Common and Saatchi Gallery. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
Overall 7.0 Good
Based on 923 reviews
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Excellent
9.1
Pros: Clean room with sockets at every bed.
Located in London (London City Centre), Generator London is within a 15-minute walk of Russell Square and The British Museum. Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.
Overall 7.0 Good
Based on 5,837 reviews
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Excellent
9.1
Pros: The hostel was very clean. The bathrooms were cleaned every few hours. There was a nice mix of travelers,young and old,people travelling in groups and lone travelers. There were also young families and babies. Lots of people ,lots of activity.
At night ,there was added security in the building.
I was very happy with the Generator Hostel.
Excellent
9.6
Pros: The atmosphere was amazing, the common areas were decorated impeccably, the staff were genuinely friendly, and the ground floor had enough chill out/get rowdy/eat food areas that a) you could always find a space suitable for your mood, and b) the rooms stayed quiet and peaceful. Also, the number of outlets was astounding, and the WiFi excellent, even though my room was on the fifth floor.
Excellent
8.0
Pros: Location was great, café downstairs was fine.
Excellent
10.0
Pros: Clean with very friendly and helpful staff.
Excellent
8.0
Pros: It was all clean, the staff is nice and there is a good mood there
Good
7.3
Pros: The hotel staff was very nice and helpful. The prices are the best compared with others. The breakfast was always served in time and wasperfect.
Okay
5.3
Pros: Great location
Good
7.7
Pros: the bathroom was clean, honestly didnt expect that !!! and the staff were very helpful, and the hostel in general was secure. i would diffinetly stay there again in my next visit.
Okay
5.7
Pros: friendly staff, free wifi, excellent location.
Okay
4.7
Pros: The efficient re-action of the staff.
Good
6.0
Pros: It was cheap.
Excellent
8.0
Pros: Location staff
Okay
4.8
Pros: enviroment
Good
7.2
Pros: nice, friendly staff. Very good services.
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Good
7.6
Pros: I liked the help provided about tours and anything needed during my stay. I also like having a club and bar in the hotel it was great>
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With a stay at Venture Hostel in London, you'll be 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from O2 Arena and 5 mi (8 km) from London Eye. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
Overall 7.0 Good
Based on 614 reviews
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Good
7.7
Pros: The free breakfast had with hard boiled eggs, yogurt, cereals, etc. The staff was nice and helpful! There are limited toilets and showers, but I didn't have a problem since not too many people seemed to be there. Only thing is that there's definitely not enough sinks. Showers were great and hot.
Excellent
8.0
Pros: The staff was incredibly friendly, they gave me a towel for free because I was staying for so many nights.
Any time there was an issue it was solved immediately.
Met a lot of great people staying at the hostel.
The bar was low key and the beer/cider was relatively cheap. The pool table was great for something to do when everyone was winding down for bed.
The whole place was cleaned every day, the cleaning ladies were very nice.
It was cheap and close to a national railway station, an overground station, and a docklands light railway station. If you stay here, definitely get an oyster card!
I really enjoyed my stay!
Okay
4.8
Pros: The bed itself was pretty comfortable, all linen, blanket was good and cosy.
A stay at Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of British Library and Russell Square. This hostel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from BT Tower and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from The British Museum.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 10 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Dining
Stop by the hostel's restaurant, BurgerCraft, for lunch, dinner, or brunch, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/café. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 9:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
Overall 7.0 Good
Based on 1,277 reviews
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With a stay at Clink78 Hostel, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 5-minute drive of Russell Square and Oxford Circus. Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Overall 7.0 Good
Based on 4,154 reviews
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Good
6.3
Pros: Toilets and showers
Okay
5.0
Good
6.3
Pros: Surprisingly comfortable youth hostel, helpful staff. Good value for money.
Good
7.7
Pros: The place is fantastic and the staff was very kind.
Okay
5.3
Pros: Location was good. Reception staff very friendly.
Good
6.0
Pros: Price
Good
6.0
Pros: Friendly and clean. Breakfast included. Cosy. Nice building.Good sound-proofing.
Good
6.0
Pros: 7
Good
7.2
Pros: Very helpfull staff and some are even french speakers. Great breakfast organisation and good choice. Nice to have a bar in the hostel for the first night !
With a stay at London Backpackers Youth Hostel in London, you'll be 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Buckingham Palace and 8.3 mi (13.3 km) from Big Ben. This hostel is 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from St. Paul's Cathedral and 9.1 mi (14.6 km) from London Dungeon.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 98 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance.
Dining
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of London Backpackers Youth Hostel. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM.
Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Overall 7.0 Good
Based on 777 reviews
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A stay at PubLove @ The Green Man - Hostel places you in the heart of London, within a 15-minute walk of Oxford Street and Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
Overall 7.0 Good
Based on 1,639 reviews
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Mediocre
3.7
Pros: Overall, as a 20-something, using this as a cheap place to sleep for the night while seeing London this worked for me and allowed me to spend my travel money on the things I wanted to do. The hostel does provide breakfast, and a 10% off discount for anything you order at the bar (burger and a beer is normally 15 pounds, so you get that for 13.50). The staff was friendly, and the bedding was clean in the hostel. The showers had warm water and seemed to be cleaned on a somewhat regular basis. The bar area is open to you 24 hours a day, though the kitchen closes at 10 and the bar closes to the public at midnight.
Beyond that, you can't beat the location in terms of it being a launching point for getting around the city. You are on several bus lines and three different tube lines. You are also only a mile's walk from Hyde park on a main road that is well lit, even at night.
A stay at London Waterloo Hostel places you in the heart of London, within a 5-minute drive of Imperial War Museum and Big Ben. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage.
Overall 6.0 Good
Based on 866 reviews
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A stay at Barkston Rooms Earl's Court places you in the heart of London, a 6-minute drive from Buckingham Palace and 10 minutes from St. Paul's Cathedral. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.
Overall 6.0 Good
Based on 2,345 reviews
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Mediocre
2.2
Good
7.1
Pros: Right around the corner from public transport. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Pretty good value.
Okay
5.3
Pros: Very friendly, cheerful staff and the location was quiet but not far from the buzz of the city. Great price too!
Good
6.7
Pros: hostel location is very good, price/performance ratio is excellent.
Good
6.3
Pros: It was very clean. It was calm, we weren't interrupt by other guests. The bathroom and toilet were always available.
Okay
5.7
Pros: The Hostel was fair for the price it cost. No fancy stuff - which I didn't expect. Served the purpose!
Mediocre
3.7
Pros: The sight from the window
Okay
4.0
Pros: Member of staff was pleasant and helpful
Mediocre
3.3
Pros: Location, location, location and oh my god, the price was unbeatable. but please read on to see the justification for such a good price!
Mediocre
2.7
Pros: just location
Okay
5.2
Pros: You get what you pay for dont be to alarmed if it is not the best hotel in the world be realistic
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With a stay at Rest Up London - Hostel, you'll be centrally located in London, within a 5-minute drive of Borough Market and St. Thomas' Hospital. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Overall 6.0 Good
Based on 2,776 reviews
Okay
4.8
Pros: I liked that it was well located (less than 10 minutes walk to the Elephant & Castle tube station), St Pancras train station is 15 minutes away by tube and there are many buses around the hostel. You can also find a Spar and a Tesco Express supermarket as well as many kebabs next door if you want to grab something to eat. I stayed in a 4 beds dorm wich was clean and I had a nice view on the Shard. Toilets and shared showers were clean too.
Excellent
8.2
Pros: This is the second time I have ever stayed in a hostel...I can say with confidence that I will definately stay here again... $20 a night?! Who could say no! Also close to Elephant and Castle tube station too!!
Good
7.1
Pros: the staff was knowledgable on the transportation system, which is a big help. the location of the hostel was great...close to the tube station and there is a bus stop right in front of the hostel. the cafe in the hostel has good food for good price and value. i would probably stay there again.
Excellent
9.7
Pros: Amenities, room options
Good
6.8
Pros: Close to the tube station.
Okay
5.7
Pros: Lovely place within the city centre, everything available at your door steps
Excellent
8.0
Pros: Lively place and great atmosphere. I stayed in a twin bunk ensuite and was perfect for a little more privacy. Bus stop right outside the gates
Good
6.5
Pros: Room was actually pretty clean, and restrooms were heavily used, but cleaned regularly. Staff was always very nice and helpful. Room was spartan, but comfortable.
Top tips for finding the perfect London hostel
- Many of the hostels in London are located within the square mile that comprises central London. Affordability ranges from very cheap to cheap, depending on your preferences. One major selling point is the city’s excellent transportation network, which includes the London Underground, the National Bus Service, and the National Rail. Another plus is the wide variety of historical landmarks (Westminster Abbey), cultural attractions (Tate Modern Museum), and retail shops (H&M, Next).
- If you are looking for a good romantic hostel in London, you can check out SoHostel, located on Dean Street in the trendy Soho District. This is a modern accommodation and recent listing that offers free breakfast, linens, and laundry service; private rooms have their own bathroom. Another option for couples is Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston, set in the heart of the city near Euston Station. This hostel serves great food and has 24h front desk service. If these two are unavailable, then you can try Abercorn House in Hammersmith.
- There are several hostels in London that are well suited for solo travelers. Among these are Generation Hostel, located near Russell Square, which offers free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, a restaurant and bar/lounge, as well as an ATM on site. Another option for singles is Publove @ The Green Man Hostel on Edgeware Road in Paddington, which is close to Hyde Park and Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum. It offers parking, free Wi-Fi, 24h front desk service, and accommodations in either 12-bed or 9-bed co-ed rooms.
- Rest Up London is a very cheap hostel in London ideal for groups of travelers, and its location in the Elephant & Castle district of central London is one of its best features. Other features include laundry facilities, an ATM, 24h front desk help and security, and wheelchair accessibility. St. Christopher’s Village is another inexpensive option to consider. Located on Borough High Street, it is close to Borough Market, London Bridge, and the London Eye, and it offers great accommodations for groups in mixed dormitories. The hostel features an elevator, 24h security, and an outdoor terrace, among other amenities and services.
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Landmarks in London
- London Victoria Station
- Paddington Station
- Hyde Park
- Piccadilly Circus
- Oxford - Bond Streets
- Marble Arch
- Tower Bridge
- Leicester Square
- Kensington Palace
- Buckingham Palace
- Trafalgar Square
- Westminster Abbey
- Russell Square
- West End
- London Eye
- Harrods
- Notting Hill Gate Station
- Palace of Westminster
- Tower of London
- Bloomsbury Square