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Hostelle - women only hostel London

Tower Hamlets, London

Set in London and with Brick Lane reachable within 1.4 km, Hostelle - women only hostel London offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

N
Nairere
From
Sweden
I loved how clean the hostelle was, the art work was beautiful, the themed days, how practical the showers were on the top floor, my bed was comfortable to sleep.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,351 reviews
Price from
US$52.67
1 night, 2 adults

Lee Abbey London

Kensington and Chelsea, London

Lee Abbey London features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in London.

L
Lisa
From
Australia
Amazing location, picturesque street and safe to walk to the underground stations. Dinner included was a bonus and made our trip a lot easier.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,335 reviews
Price from
US$219.44
1 night, 2 adults

Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old

Westminster Borough, London

Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old provides accommodation in London near Portobello Road Market and Kensington Gardens/Hyde Park.

W
Wanderson
From
Brazil
The people from de staff are very nice e always make the visitors fell comfortable, they make extra activities, always keeping the place clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,624 reviews
Price from
US$161.51
1 night, 2 adults

Astor Museum Hostel

Camden, London

Astor Museum offers accommodation for guests over the age of 18 in Central London, situated directly opposite the British Museum. Free WiFi is available in all the rooms.

M
MUHAMMAD IMTIAZ
From
Finland
First of all congratulation to Astor. I am very happy to stay in Astor. I will always stay in Astor. Staff good. Specially place to keep luggage. Light on bed. Charging mobile availability electric switch on bed very good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,669 reviews
Price from
US$119.70
1 night, 2 adults

Onefam Notting Hill

Kensington and Chelsea, London

Onefam Notting Hill provides accommodation in London near Portobello Road Market and Royal Albert Hall. This is a social party hostel designed for young backpackers and solo travellers.

A
Andreja
From
Slovenia
our stay in the hostel was excellent, friendly staff, clean room and lots of activities, so we recommend it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,329 reviews
Price from
US$206.17
1 night, 2 adults

Pax Lodge

Camden, London

Pax Lodge is a hostel tucked away in the Belsize Park area of London and 5 minutes' walk from its Tube station. Free WiFi access is available. bed linen, towels and a fan are provided.

V
Valentine
From
France
The staff was very kind and the hostel conveniently located near beautiful Hampstead heath.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,292 reviews
Price from
US$105.33
1 night, 2 adults

Wombat's City Hostel London

Tower Hamlets, London

Located in central London, Wombat's City Hostel London offers accommodation with free WiFi access throughout and features a terrace, a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

A
Ana
From
Slovenia
Good location, nice room. There is a towel and linen included in the price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,657 reviews
Price from
US$178.15
1 night, 2 adults

YHA London Central

Westminster Borough, London

Providing high-quality hostel accommodation in the heart of the capital, YHA London Central offers comfort and convenience.

C
Coito
From
Spain
Everything was good. The people were nice, it was clean and in a very nice location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,386 reviews
Price from
US$159.59
1 night, 2 adults

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage

Camden, London

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage provides award-winning budget accommodation in a beautiful Victorian Grade II listed building.

V
Vlad
From
Russia
Best option. The building is gorgeous, and the staff are great. Everything looks clean and tidy. The room was a decent size, and the bed was comfy. I'll stay here again🙏
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,819 reviews
Price from
US$52.48
1 night, 2 adults

Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old

Lambeth, London

The Onefam Waterloo has a lively atmosphere as a social party hostel designed for young backpackers and solo travellers.

N
Nagendra
From
India
The highlights of this place is the staff, Location, vibe. Value of money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,121 reviews
Price from
US$68.28
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
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Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in London and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Ideally located in the Westminster Borough district of London, Private rooms with shared bathrooms and a top floor studio is set 90 metres from Arts Theatre, 500 metres from Royal Opera House and 600...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

Astor Oxford Street is well located in the centre of London, and provides a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

From US$122.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,035 reviews

The Walrus Bar and Hostel offers accommodation in central London. Guests can enjoy live music/ sport/ cocktails/ beers/ spirits at the on-site traditional English pub.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 3,448 reviews

Only 10 minutes' walk from Waterloo Station, along a quiet side street, PubLove @ The Steam Engine is set above a traditional London pub.

From US$355.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 9,041 reviews

This hostel is in the heart of London, a 10-minute walk from King’s Cross Railway Station and the British Library. It provides budget accommodation with free WiFi access throughout.

From US$172.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,758 reviews

YHA London St Paul’s is situated 5 minutes’ walk from St Paul’s tube station (Central Line) and only a minute from St Paul’s Cathedral bus stop. Laundry service is provided for an additional charge.

From US$113.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 5,824 reviews

Astor Victoria offers accommodation for guests over the age of 18 till 40 in central London, within a 10-minute walk from Victoria and 1 km from Tate Britain.

From US$114.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 10,963 reviews

In central London in the vibrant area of Bloomsbury, this large, vibrant hostel is near Russell Square Tube Station. The Generator has an internet cafe, a lounge and a games room with pool tables.

From US$118.50 per night

Save money on hostels in London and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,388 reviews

The adult-only Phoenix Hostel is perfectly situated in central London. This award-winning Bar and Hostel has free WiFi access available.

From US$113.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,299 reviews

Set in London and with Madame Tussauds reachable within less than 1 km, Bell House Hostel offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

From US$101.08 per night

Hostel Rooms In Camden

Camden, London
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews

Attractively situated in the Camden district of London, Hostel Rooms In Camden is situated 300 metres from Camden Market, 1.3 km from London Zoo and 1.7 km from Euston Station.

From US$81.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,487 reviews

Located on the south-west side of London, The Crown is situated on the lively Lavender Street in Battersea. Hostel beds are available in mixed dormitories.

From US$267.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6,220 reviews

Safestay Holland Park is situated in a Grade I listed building in West London. Guests will benefit from a large garden with pond and free WiFi access is available.

From US$75.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,821 reviews

Situated in London and with Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC reachable within 1.2 km, Queen Elizabeth Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

From US$80.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 416 reviews

Conveniently situated in the Tower Hamlets district of London, Bethnal Green beds to stay is set 2.4 km from Brick Lane, 3.2 km from Liverpool Street Underground Station and 3.7 km from Tower of...

From US$90.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews

Featuring free WiFi, Mile End Rooms 57A offers accommodation in London, 2.9 km from Canary Wharf Underground Station and 3.2 km from Docklands.

From US$62.51 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 598 reviews

With award winning architecture, Friendship House offer self-catering accommodation in Southwark, London and is situated within just 1.1 miles from the London Eye and Big Ben.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 545 reviews

Holland House is a student accommodation offering long term stays, set in London and is located 0.9 miles from Buckingham Palace.The property features a restaurant and free Wi-Fi is offered to guests.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,702 reviews

Situated in London and within 2.4 km of London Bridge, Cricketers Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 352 reviews

Ideally situated in the Islington district of London, 264 Pentonville road is situated 400 metres from King's Cross Station, 300 metres from King's Cross St Pancras and 1.1 km from Euston Station.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 280 reviews

LHA Paddington Hostel is well situated in London, and features a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.1
Passable - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

Ideally set in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, Halpin House (South Kensington) is situated 400 metres from Natural History Museum, 1.1 km from Royal Albert Hall and 700 metres from...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

Torquay House (Royal Oak) in London provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,482 reviews

This YHA hostel is 5 minutes’ walk from Earl’s Court Tube Station. It offers affordable accommodation ranging between shared dorms to private rooms, a 24-hour reception, Wi-Fi access and a TV lounge.

From US$93.10 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,286 reviews
This is a great location, and the hostel doesn't really claim to be more than a cheap place to stay, which it is. There's nothing really special about it as far as hostels go - but it is clean, safe and not too noisy, which is all you really need! I stayed in a ladies only room, and there was a private bathroom and shower attached.
Guest review by
Matilda
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$89.89
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,819 reviews
A beautiful building, staff very friendly and efficient. Communal Areas - Delightful . Dormitory - standard bunk bed with light , electric points and charging points. Clean . Wonderful Continental Breakfast ( £6.50 charge). I will definitely be back , felt completely safe and in a good residential area. Fantastic Hostel .
Guest review by
Kay
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$80.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,821 reviews
Great location in a quiet area between Chelsea and fulham. Some of the best staff I have ever encountered in a hostel and the manager Rhys is a top guy. Would definitely recommend. Great budget backpackers hostel!!!!!!!!!!
Guest review by
Alsadig
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$150.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,657 reviews
By far one of the best hostels in London ! Second stay and will return … even felt safe as a solo female traveler prior Great location, great staff, great price !
Guest review by
samantha
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$145.36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,624 reviews
Great atmosphere; all staff are very friendly, keep the bathrooms and kitchen areas spotless and do their best to accommodate your needs. They also regularly organise evening events at cheap bars/clubs across London, so if you're solo-travelling, you'll have tons of opportunities to meet new people. Definitely, the best hostel I've ever stayed in; would 100% consider staying there the next time I'm in London!
Guest review by
Jamal
Group
Avg. price/night: US$80.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,821 reviews
Love everything about this hostel. Great location near Chelsea, but off the beaten path enougb to feal peacrful. real old London pub dow stairs where you can mix with the locals who van be good fun. Great value for money. Rhys is exceptional at his job a a vreat host. made me feel welcome from the beginning. rooms and bathrooms are always clean. Its exactly what a budget hostel should be, clean, friendly, safe, convenient. i will definitely be back
Guest review by
Bamba
Solo traveller