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Astor Kensington Hostel

2.0 star property
Victorian London hostel in London City Centre with 24-hour front desk

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Astor Kensington Hostel

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Private Large | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Breakfast buffet
Shower, rainfall showerhead
Private Large | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes
Private Large | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Overview of Astor Kensington Hostel

Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
The price is $107
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
May 3 - May 4

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Map
45 Queensborough Terrace, London, England, W2 3SY
  • Popular LocationKensington Palace11 min walk
  • Popular LocationHyde Park12 min walk
  • Popular LocationKensington High Street15 min walk
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)36 min drive
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Private Large | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Private Large

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

4 Bed Private Room Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Bed in 12-bed mixed dormitory room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Bed in 8-bed mixed dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Bed in 6-bed mixed dormitory room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Bed in 6-bed female dormitory room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Bed in 4-bed female dormitory room shared bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4-bed mixed dormitory room shared bathroom

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Bed in 4-bed mixed dormitory room shared bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dorm Basic | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dorm Basic

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Bed in 4-bed mixed dormitory room ensuite

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Bed in 4-bed mixed dormitory room ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Bed in 8-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Bed in 8-Bed Female Dorm Ensuite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Renovated in 2019
Fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Astor Kensington Hostel is located in London City Centre, a neighborhood in London, and is near the airport and near a metro station. Natural History Museum and The British Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wimbledon Tennis Club and Twickenham Stadium. Science Museum and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum are not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Kensington Gardens - 2 min walk
  • Kensington Palace - 11 min walk
  • Hyde Park - 12 min walk
  • Kensington High Street - 15 min walk
  • Oxford Street - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Queensway Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London Paddington Station - 12 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Halepi - 4 min walk
  • MEATliquor - 4 min walk
  • The Taza Sandwich - 5 min walk
  • Amorino - 4 min walk
  • Bella Italia - 5 min walk

About this property

Astor Kensington Hostel

Hostel rejuvenated in 2019 and located near Hyde Park
Close to Kensington Gardens and Kensington Palace, Astor Kensington Hostel provides a library, laundry facilities, and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Bike rentals, a TV in the lobby, and multilingual staff
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a water dispenser, and a vending machine
Room features
All 96 individually furnished rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Blackout drapes/curtains, guidebooks, and local maps

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Renovated entire property - September 2019
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

More

  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property accepts passports, driver's licenses, and national identity cards as proof of identification. Paper driver's licenses, student IDs, and employee IDs are not accepted.
This property caters to guests ages 18-30

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The maximum length of stay at this property is 14 days per calendar year
Luggage storage is provided on the day of arrival and costs GBP 2,50 per bag on the day of departure. After check-out, luggage storage is available for GBP 7.5 per bag, per day. Storage lockers for small valuables are available for GBP 2 per day.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Astor Queensway Hostel London
Astor Queensway Hostel
Astor Queensway London
Astor Queensway Hostel London England
Astor Queensway
Astor Kensington Hostel London
Astor Kensington Hostel London
Astor Kensington Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Astor Kensington Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation London

Frequently asked questions

Is Astor Kensington Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Astor Kensington Hostel?

As of Apr 25, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Astor Kensington Hostel on May 3, 2024 start from $106.9, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Astor Kensington Hostel?

Astor Kensington Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Astor Kensington Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Astor Kensington Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Astor Kensington Hostel located?

Located in London City Centre, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, and Kensington High Street. Kensington Palace and Portobello Road Market are also within 1 mi (2 km). Queensway Underground Station is only a 4-minute walk and Bayswater Underground Station is 6 minutes.

Astor Kensington Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 27 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ki Ki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

kislay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not for couple
Staff was amazing, But the beds are not comfortable taps are keep making the sounds windows are hard to make them lock, couple couldn't able able to sleep on bed
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rithvik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Suying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff
The staff here are amazing. They are very, very nice! In the future when I visit London again, I will always stay at Astor Kensington Hostel as long as available.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, Sheffield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, easy to access tube
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kanishkan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place, but lift facility was missing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a good option
The staff is amazing. The all ladies room great. My first hostel experience and I’m grateful is was with Astor.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Flavia

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Chi Chung

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Caitlin

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were kind and helpful. Rooms were a bit tired and whilst I appreciate sheets being provided, pillows and duvet were quite 'musty'. Bathrooms pretty grotty. But overall a fair price for a nice neighbourhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Great Location & Great Facilities
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0