Find Cheap Hostels in London

By going with a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and set aside more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your vacation. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its theaters and museums.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start looking: Generator London - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Russell Square Underground Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a nightclub, as well as a restaurant. You’ll find showers, lockers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Kensal Green Backpackers 1 - 2-minute walk from Kensal Green Station for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with showers. Abercorn House - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Hammersmith Station. Property features include a shared/communal kitchen, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers, and desks. Book a Bed Hostels - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Deptford Bridge DLR Station and Deptford Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with showers and hair dryers. Wombat’s City Hostel London - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Tower Gateway DLR Station and Aldgate East Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with showers, lockers, and bed sheets.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in London, one of Expedia’s 119 hostels could be a great choice.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 66°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 44°F. Average annual precipitation for London is 31 inches.

Overall, London is known for its theaters, museums, and architecture. Major attractions include Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye. Get out into nature with places like Hyde Park, Leicester Square, and Victoria Embankment Gardens. Cultural attractions include The British Museum, O2 Arena, and Natural History Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around London in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Heathrow Airport (LHR), 14.1 mi (22.7 km) away. An alternative is London City Airport (LCY), located 7.6 mi (12.3 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. You can take advantage of metro transit at Charing Cross Underground Station, Embankment Station, and Leicester Square Underground Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Charing Cross Station, Tottenham Court Road Station, or Waterloo Station.