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The Onefam Waterloo has a lively atmosphere as a social party hostel designed for young backpackers and solo travellers. To ensure the best experience for our guests, we have implemented an age restriction policy. As most of our guests fall within the 18-36 age range, we regret to inform you that we are unable to process your reservation if you are above 36 years of age.

Best hostel! These guys were all amazing in every way. Had an incredible time meeting everyone. Very social atmosphere and everyone was super cool. The manager dan was such a nice homie! The staff ollie, made, meg, ryan, olivia, julian, natalia, will, blake, maya y’all all made it so fun. Thanks everyone till next time 🙏🙏

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9
Wonderful
237 reviews
Price from
$34
per night

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. The property is situated 2.8 km from Victoria Park, 3.1 km from Sky Garden and 3.3 km from Liverpool Street Underground Station. The accommodation features karaoke and a shared kitchen.

Everything is good. The police bear is soooo cute.

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8.3
Very Good
2,512 reviews
Price from
$36
per night

This is a social party hostel designed for young backpackers and solo travellers aged 18-40 years. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, with no entry curfews, free WiFi, and daily organised events. We have a shared lounge, dining room, outdoor terrace and kitchen. Free luggage storage is available for early check-ins and also check-out days.

clean, spacious, comfortable, great crew and kitchen facilities

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8.6
Excellent
2,370 reviews
Price from
$35
per night

Popular points of interest near Barmy Badger Backpackers include Victoria and Albert Museum, South Kensington Underground Station and Royal Albert Hall. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 20 km from the hostel.

the location it’s perfect and the lockers are huge. also good people and the staff was awesome

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8
Very Good
1,080 reviews
Price from
$35
per night

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. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, and free daily activities and evening events.

One of the best hostel experiences I’ve ever had. The hostel is located in a beautiful neighborhood close to the Queensway and Royal Oak tube stations and lots of shops. The facilities were also super; particularly the well-equipped kitchen. But the standout was the staff and their commitment to running the hostel in a really fun and social way: every day there are planned day and evening activities that you can join or just chill in the common area and watch netflix on the couch. A particular thanks goes to Isabella, Jake and Adam for cooking delicious vegetarian dinners for everyone who signs up (the staff shop, cook and clean every night so they really are putting in great effort) as well as Marta and Haide for just being general legends. You will feel so welcome instantly!

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8.5
Very Good
1,533 reviews
Price from
$39
per night

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. Extras include bed linen and a fan.

The hostel is 500 metres from Belsize Park, 700 metres from Hampstead and 900 metres from Finchley Road. London Heathrow Airport is 22 km away.

Can’t express how much I appreciate each and every bit of Pax. So warm, welcoming & inviting its no wonder they’re constantly booked! Settled in the wonderful Belsize Park, you can find affordable breakfasts next to smart cafés & grocery stores. It’s also nice that they are part of a charity so it’s good to know funds are being used for a great purpose!

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8.5
Very Good
1,032 reviews
Price from
$30
per night

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.

Wombat's City Hostel London provides basic accommodation with private or shared bathroom facilities with a shower.

The accommodation, location, staff, cleaning, the shared kitchen, bar, everything was amazing. I strongly recommend it 😀☺️!

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8.4
Very Good
6,742 reviews
Price from
$38
per night

Male and female dormitories at YHA London Central feature bunk beds and have lockers for secure storage of valuables. There are shared bathroom facilities with showers, which in some dorms are en suite. Private rooms are also available.

What i like the most they have a locker area where we can leave our stuffs when we arrived earlier than our check in time. The staffs are very helpful. And the hotel is in the city center. Definitely going back

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8.3
Very Good
3,948 reviews
Price from
$31
per night

Just across the road from St Pancras Station in the centre of London, Kabannas St Pancras offers easy access to Euston and Kings Cross. There is 24-hour reception, and free Wi-Fi is available.

Rooms are dormitory style and some benefit from an en suite bathroom, while others have shared bathroom facilities.

Clean room. Quiet, but very close to main train stations (Kings Cross, St. Pancreas, Euston). Very friendly staff.

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8
Very Good
5,078 reviews
Price from
$149
per night

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage provides award-winning budget accommodation in a beautiful Victorian Grade II listed building. The Lodge offers a bar and free Wi-Fi access in public areas, just 2 miles from the West End.

Very friendly staff on arrival at desk - very clean rooms and hallways, breakfast was also very nice and reasonably priced.

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8.2
Very Good
3,075 reviews
Price from
$29
per night

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  • Wesferry beds to stay
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 208 reviews

    Attractively located in the Tower Hamlets district of London, Wesferry beds to stay is located a 19-minute walk from Canary Wharf Tube Station, 2.1 miles from Victoria Park and 2.4 miles from Canada...

    Amazing staffs with super coordination. Very good stay. Highly recommended.

  • Mile End Rooms 57A
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 171 reviews

    Offering free WiFi, Mile End Rooms 57A offers accommodations in London, 1.2 miles from Victoria Park and 1.7 miles from Canary Wharf Tube Station.

    Clear instructions and clean place, value for money,

  • Golders way rooms
    Budget options available
    2.5
    Scored 2.5
    Very Poor
    Rated very poor
     · 10 reviews

    Offering free WiFi, Golders way rooms offers accommodations in London, 3.9 miles from London Zoo and 4 miles from Camden Market.

  • Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,370 reviews

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

    Friendly staff, good vibes, clean and good facilities

  • Pax Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,032 reviews

    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. Extras include bed linen and a fan.

    Great location. Very clean. Very pleasant staff.

  • Cricketers Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 637 reviews

    Located in London and within 1.4 miles of London Bridge, Cricketers Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    Very good location and friendly/accommodating staff.

  • Lee Abbey London
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 928 reviews

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

    Was clean and tidy . Love the garden. Fantastic meals

  • PubLove @ The Rose & Crown
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,974 reviews

    PubLove @ The Rose & Crown in London provides adults-only accommodations with a restaurant, a bar and a garden.

    Great budget option if you just need a place to sleep

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  • Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 237 reviews

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

    It’s everything new and the team was very welcomed.

  • Onefam Notting Hill
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,533 reviews

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

    Great communal area, great staff, very clean, quite central

  • Wombat's City Hostel London
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 6,738 reviews

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

    Great staff. Nice.bar with entertainment Good bed's with curtains.

  • YHA London Earl's Court
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,541 reviews

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

    The location, facilities and how people treated us

  • YHA London Central
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,947 reviews

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

    The fact that I didn't see anyone smoking is a top notch

  • The Pride of Paddington
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 449 reviews

    The Pride of Paddington offers accommodations in the heart of London, within a 5-minute walk from Hyde Park. Paddington Underground Station is less than 5 minutes away on foot.

    Location, staff, rooms. We had a really great stay.

  • Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,075 reviews

    Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage provides award-winning budget accommodations in a beautiful Victorian Grade II registered historic building.

    Helpfull staff, value for money brilliant breakfast

  • YHA London Thameside
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 637 reviews

    In leafy Rotherhithe, this YHA hostel is just a few yards from the banks of the Thames, 10 minutes’ walk from Rotherhithe Overground station or 15 minutes from Canada Water Tube Station.

    Lovely clean twin room and extremely friendly and helpful staff.

  • Park Villa Boutique Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 650 reviews

    Located in London, a 15-minute walk from Victoria Park, Park Villa Boutique Hostel has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Nice location, very nice and helpful stuff members.

  • Solo Stay London Zone 1
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews

    Located in London and within 1.7 miles of London Bridge, Solo Stay London Zone 1 features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • YHA London St Paul's
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 961 reviews

    YHA London St Paul’s is a 5-minute walk from St Paul’s tube (subway) station (Central Line) and only a minute from St. Paul’s Cathedral bus stop.

    Right next to the tube , very friendly staff, quite clean !

  • St Christopher's Liverpool Street
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,327 reviews

    Located 2953 feet from Brick Lane in London, St Christopher's Liverpool Street welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. St Christopher's Liverpool Street features free WiFi throughout the property.

    Staff were lovely, really helpful and accommodating

  • Smart Camden Inn Hostel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,722 reviews

    Less than 1640 feet from Camden Market, the Smart Camden Inn is located in Camden’s pubs and clubs district.

    Easy check in with fantastic location for a club night in Camden.

  • Astor Hyde Park Hostel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,152 reviews

    Astor Hyde Park Hostel offers accommodations for guests over the age of 18 in the Kensington and Chelsea district in London, 656 feet from Royal Albert Hall.

    Packed with great facilities provided by the property

  • Davies Court (Canary Wharf)
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 229 reviews

    Located in London, just 2.5 miles from the O2 Arena, Davies Court offers self-catering accommodations and features an on-site gym.

    Excelliant - The man of front desk was friendly and helpful

  • Friendship House (Southwark)
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 415 reviews

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

    Good clean room. Decent price.Not far from tube station.

  • London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,220 reviews

    London Backpackers offers accommodations in London, within 15 minutes from Camden Town on the Northern Line. Wembley Stadium and Wembley Arena can be reached in 20 minutes by bus.

    Welcoming, good place for meeting new people perfect location!!

  • Astor Museum Hostel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,451 reviews

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

    Great location, really friendly welcome, comfortable bed

  • PubLove @ The Steam Engine,Waterloo
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,361 reviews

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

    Close to many interested places , nearby downtown.

  • Dover Castle Hostel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,244 reviews

    Dover Castle Hostel is located in London, 0.8 mi from Tower of London and 0.8 mi from Tower Bridge. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Rooms have a shared bathroom.

    I liked how easy it was to access the hostel, even at night.

  • Astor Kensington Hostel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,217 reviews

    Located in central London, within a short walk from Hyde Park and 10 minutes from Queensway Station on the Central Line, Astor Kensington Hostel provides accommodations for guests over the age of 18.

    Warm and welcoming staff, nice kitchen facilities.

  • The Walrus Bar and Hostel
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,387 reviews

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

    The breakfast was amazing, and the beds were comfy.

  • Halpin House (South Kensington)
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 94 reviews

    Set within 2953 feet of Royal Albert Hall, Halpin House in London features a number of amenities including a shared lounge. This hostel offers a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen.

    I stayed in a room shared only with another woman.

  • Clink261 Hostel
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,866 reviews

    A 2-minute walk from Kings Cross Station, Clink261 is a modern hostel offering both dormitory rooms, private rooms, free WiFi in a central location in London.

    Location price staff excellent 👌 pods are really nice

  • St Christopher's Inn Village - London Bridge
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,122 reviews

    Located 5 minutes’ walk from London Bridge tube station, St Christopher's Inn Village offers dormitory rooms with 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, a lounge with TV and DVD player, a...

    Location is Awesome walk in distance from London Bridge

  • Smart Hyde Park View Hostel
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,456 reviews

    Just 328 feet from Hyde Park, this hostel is a 5-minute walk from Queensway Underground Station. It offers spacious rooms with an private bathroom and free WiFi access throughout.

    Great and smiley staff willing to help all the time!!

  • PubLove @ The White Ferry, Victoria
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,131 reviews

    PubLove @ The White Ferry, Victoria is a traditional English pub offering a range of accommodations between Victoria, Pimlico and Sloane Square stations.

    Helpful staff and good value. Bar is very welcoming

  • New Mansion House (Lancaster Gate)
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 48 reviews

    New Mansion House is located in the Westminster Borough district of London, and is located 0.7 miles from Buckingham Palace. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

    the best location ever)) frendly staff and not bad breakfast)

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  • Acacia Hotel
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,228 reviews

    • Acacia Hotel is Newly Renovated Redecorated Budget Family hotel in South Kensington London. • provides comfortable rooms, all with En suite private bathrooms and TV.

    Excellent location, good sized room and a great price

  • PubLove @ The Exmouth Arms, Euston
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,801 reviews

    PubLove @ The Exmouth Arms, Euston is an award-winning hostel set above a traditional London pub next to Euston Station.

    Great location, friendly staff and a very good pub!

  • PubLove @ The Green man, Paddington
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,256 reviews

    With its own traditional English pub, PubLove @ The Greenman, Paddington is centrally located just 15 minutes’ walk from London’s Hyde Park.

    the location is perfect, the coffee is great and is open 24/24

  • Litsa's Central Studios
    6.2
    Scored 6.2
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 230 reviews

    Located in London, within 1.1 miles of The Serpentine and 1.2 miles of Madame Tussaud's, Litsa's Central Studios provides accommodations with free WiFi throughout the property.

    Posizione ottima, buon rapporto qualità/prezzo

  • Holland House (Victoria)
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 231 reviews

    Holland House is a student accommodations 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...

    Quiet room, good stuff , warm place , good kitchen

  • The Birds Nest Hostel
    5.0
    Scored 5.0
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 779 reviews

    Set in the Deptford district of London, The Birds Nest Guest House features rooms with free WiFi. Around 1 mi from Greenwich, the property is also close to Greenwich Park.

    Lovely people around there.I wish to come back soon

  • Sandeman-Allen Hostel (Bayswater)
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 107 reviews

    Featuring a terrace and a shared lounge, Sandeman-Allen Hostel is located in London, a 16-minute walk from Portobello Road Market.

    Great place, clean, friendly staff. Very recommended

  • Bowden Court (Notting Hill)
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 293 reviews

    Bowden Court is set in the Kensington and Chelsea district in London, 2297 feet from Portobello Road Market and 1 mi from Olympia Exhibition Center.

    Receptionist was amazing, helpful and kind. Very welcome.

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Hostels that guests love in London

  • Avg. price/night: $127.66
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,075 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 .
    Kay
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $75.57
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,364 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!!!!!!!!!!
    Alsadig
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $175.30
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 5,078 reviews
    one of the best hostels I’ve stayed in..friendly staff, feels safe, clean, spacious dorms and great location..
    Sasha
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $270.94
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 6,738 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 !
    samantha
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $244.68
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,370 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!
    Jamal
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $75.57
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,364 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
    Bamba
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $270.94
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 6,738 reviews
    Stayed here few times. Good , convenient, great location, cheap, clean, modern, nice breakfast, coffee and bar options, laundry . Yoga classes on Thursdays One of the best hostels
    EvelyneZ
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $190.83
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,456 reviews
    For a budget hostel, it's perfectly serviceable for a cheap stay. Beds are pretty comfortable if not quite long enough (i'm not even 6 ft and my toes were hitting the end board). Wifi worked well, check in was easy and the staff were pleasant and helpful.
    Liam
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $169.04
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,862 reviews
    This is about as cheap as you can stay in central London without going down the backpacker's-hostel-with shared dormitory route. Perfect location opposite King's Cross St Pancras, comfy bed, nice friendly bloke in reception, no complaints at all.
    Peter
    Solo traveler
  • 7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,532 reviews
    All very well, very friendly and helpful staff. The location, close to London for only £14 a night. Excactly how budget hostel should be like. Cheap, clean, great location, amazing value for money and good staff keep going 👍
    Joanna
    Solo traveler

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