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Wombat's City Hostel London

Wombat's City Hostel London
2.0 star property
London City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (548 reviews)
"Great location, clean rooms, nice kitchen."
Canada
RAMSES
$91 nightly
The price is $110
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Wombat's City Hostel London

Astor Museum Inn Hostel

Astor Museum Inn Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (135 reviews)
"Nice safe location, within walking distance to many places. "
United States
feng
$58 nightly
The price is $70
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Astor Museum Inn Hostel

Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston

Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston
1.0 star property
London City Centre
6.8 out of 10, (241 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Canada
melvin
$63 nightly
The price is $76
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees
Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel
3.0 star property
Camden
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Awesome hostel, recommend!"
Australia
Barney
$35 nightly
The price is $41
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

Atlas Hostel

Atlas Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.0 out of 10, Good, (309 reviews)
"Stayed there for 2 nights!"
United States
Zahra
$72 nightly
The price is $86
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Atlas Hostel

YHA London Earl's Court - Hostel

YHA London Earl's Court - Hostel
4.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (310 reviews)
"Loved it here, very chilled out accommodation and very friendly and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
S
$45 nightly
The price is $54
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
YHA London Earl's Court - Hostel

Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel

Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.0 out of 10, Good, (279 reviews)
"Staff very friendly "
United States
Cathy
$77 nightly
The price is $93
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Total with taxes and fees
Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel

Clink 261 Hostel

Clink 261 Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (600 reviews)
"Great location, rooms, I travel with my sister and get a great experience knowing people too in the community room "
United States
Alyna
$52 nightly
The price is $63
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Total with taxes and fees
Clink 261 Hostel

Astor Kensington Hostel

Astor Kensington Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (67 reviews)
"Great location and perfect for solo travelling "
Australia
Zeta
$50 nightly
The price is $61
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Astor Kensington Hostel

St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel

St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (104 reviews)
"Free luggage storage and very friendly staff! Great stay!"
Canada
Johnson
St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel

PubLove @ The Steam Engine - Hostel

PubLove @ The Steam Engine - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (205 reviews)
"Sat and worked in the pub downstairs and had amazing beer for 3 nights straight. The pub is lively, and you dont feel like a solo/lonely traveler. They give coupons for drinks/snacks, and food as well. Very warm hospitality!"
United States
Priyank
$65 nightly
The price is $78
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees
PubLove @ The Steam Engine - Hostel

Saint James Backpackers

Saint James Backpackers
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (232 reviews)
"Friendly staff at desk and housekeeping. Nice room with storage, and good bathrooms. Just what I needed for an affordable stay."
United States
Bedros
$43 nightly
The price is $51
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Saint James Backpackers

Astor Hyde Park Hostel - Adults Only

Astor Hyde Park Hostel - Adults Only
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (161 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms. "
United Kingdom
Dimitrinka
$53 nightly
The price is $64
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Astor Hyde Park Hostel - Adults Only

Astor Victoria Hostel - Adults Only

Astor Victoria Hostel - Adults Only
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (219 reviews)
"Staff were friendly. Accessible to bus. Budget-friendly"
United Kingdom
Hannah Grace
$50 nightly
The price is $61
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Astor Victoria Hostel - Adults Only

Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel

Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
6.8 out of 10, (300 reviews)
"Close to the train station, which is greatly helpful!"
United Kingdom
Sandra Amarachi
$70 nightly
The price is $85
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel

YHA London St Paul's - Hostel

YHA London St Paul's - Hostel
3.0 star property
London City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (275 reviews)
"Great location and very friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Elizabeth
$45 nightly
The price is $54
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
YHA London St Paul's - Hostel

Smart Russell Square Hostel

Smart Russell Square Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
6.6 out of 10, (448 reviews)
"Clean and secure."
Canada
Paige
$66 nightly
The price is $80
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees
Smart Russell Square Hostel

Acacia Hotel

Acacia Hotel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.2 out of 10, Good, (15 reviews)
"Nice clean room, good breakfast, excellent location "
United Kingdom
Michael
$105 nightly
The price is $126
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Total with taxes and fees
Acacia Hotel

Westfield London Shepherds Bush

Westfield London Shepherds Bush
1.0 star property
Hammersmith and Fulham
6.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"It’s was a dirty"
United States
Arosh
$158 nightly
The price is $190
Jan 29 - Jan 30
Total with taxes and fees
Westfield London Shepherds Bush

St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel

St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (520 reviews)
"Yes, break fast menu was fresh. Room was cleaned regularly. Staff was cooperative mostly. Bar was very cozy. Overall great experience with budget friendly options."
Ireland
Mohsin
$41 nightly
The price is $50
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Total with taxes and fees
St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel
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London Hostels information

Number of reviews
6,897
Accommodation
124 Hostels
Lowest Price
$41
Highest Price
$190

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel 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.
What is a hostel?
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.
What are the best hostels in London?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start looking: Zedwell Capsule Hotel, Piccadilly Circus - Located steps from Piccadilly Circus. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator. Rooms come with showers and free WiFi. Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Swiss Cottage Underground Station and Finchley Road Underground Station. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. Rooms come with towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets. Clink 261 Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station). Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and tour assistance. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. NX London Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of New Cross Gate Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a bar. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. 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 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi.
How many hostels should I expect to find in London?
If you're hoping to find an affordable place to stay in London, one of Expedia's 53 hostels could be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in London?
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 63°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for London is 28 inches.
What is there to see and do in London?
Overall, London is known for its theaters, museums, and architecture. Major attractions include Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, and Big Ben. Get out into nature with places like Hyde Park, Leicester Square, and Victoria Embankment Gardens. Cultural attractions include O2 Arena, The British Museum, and National Gallery.
What's the best way to get to and around London while staying at a hostel?
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 London City Airport (LCY), 7.6 mi (12.3 km) away. An alternative is Heathrow Airport (LHR), located 14.1 mi (22.7 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.

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