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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.

Everyone was super nice ! The Hostel was well-situated and i’ve had everything I needed during my stay there. I would gladly come back. (Personal thanks to Willyan, Olivia, Made, Bert for being so nice and warm ! Love you guys)

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9
Wonderful
247 reviews
Price from
$32
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.

The rooms where so beautiful, the roof had terrace where you can see the whole city. It was the best hostel I have ever stayed at. Definitely will recommend and stay there again!!

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8.3
Very Good
2,569 reviews
Price from
$37
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.

Extremely nice staff and guests. Great friendly environment.

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8.6
Excellent
2,385 reviews
Price from
$36
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.

It’s a good place to meet other people, has a nice breakfast, the staff are very understanding and helpful, always helping you with what you need

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8
Very Good
1,095 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.

Awesome place to socialize. Worth the money. Staff is top!!

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8.5
Very Good
1,540 reviews
Price from
$35
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.

Location is close to Belsize Park Underground. Neighborhood around is great and there are several dining options close by. This was great for my (male) solo trip to London. Friendly staff and quick check in. I would stay here again.

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8.5
Very Good
1,046 reviews
Price from
$25
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 room size was great, view was impeccable each morning, fans and lockers in the bunks were great. Really rate this hostel and highly recommend

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8.4
Very Good
6,787 reviews
Price from
$42
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.

I went alone, I felt save, all was perfect

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8.3
Very Good
3,965 reviews
Price from
$25
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.

Everything and I will come back to Kabannas London again. Best wishes from Jordan

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8
Very Good
5,160 reviews
Price from
$44
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 easy to come and go. The heatwave in mid-july was handled really well, with fans in every room.

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8.2
Very Good
3,107 reviews
Price from
$30
per night

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  • Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,385 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
     · 1,046 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
     · 656 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.

  • PubLove @ The Rose & Crown
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,979 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

  • Astor Museum Hostel
    Budget options available
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,478 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.

    Localization is fantastic! The staff are friendly and attentive.

  • St Christopher's Liverpool Street
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,337 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.

    Clean and functional beds and lockers. Single toilets and showers.

  • Astor Hyde Park Hostel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,178 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

  • Astor Kensington Hostel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,236 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.

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in London

  • Sterne Street 4 Person Room
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in London, within 1.1 miles of Olympia Exhibition Centre and 1.1 miles of Eventim Apollo, Sterne Street 4 Person Room provides a garden.

  • Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 247 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
     · 1,540 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
     · 6,786 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.

    Very helpful staff, clean room with bathroom, good location.

  • YHA London Earl's Court
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,545 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

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

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

    Was clean and tidy . Love the garden. Fantastic meals

  • YHA London Central
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,965 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
     · 461 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
     · 3,106 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
     · 650 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
     · 651 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.

  • Kabannas London St Pancras
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 5,157 reviews

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

    The staff are very nice. Confy bed. Good breakfast

  • 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
     · 976 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 !

  • Smart Camden Inn Hostel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,732 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.

  • Wesferry beds to stay
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 212 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.

  • Prime Backpackers Angel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,881 reviews

    Prime Backpackers Angel is located in a historic building in Islington on London's City Road. Free WiFi is available in all areas. Hairdryers and towel hire are available at the property.

    Staff friendliness was great Checking time was suitable Great atmosphere

  • Davies Court (Canary Wharf)
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 230 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
     · 416 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
     · 2,235 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!!

  • PubLove @ The Steam Engine,Waterloo
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,385 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
     · 3,289 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.

  • The Walrus Bar and Hostel
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,407 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.

  • St Christopher's Inn Oasis - London Bridge - Female Only
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 523 reviews

    Located 2297 feet from London Bridge in London, St Christopher's Inn Oasis - London Bridge welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. Each room is female only, fitted with a shared bathroom.

    It was really nice room with curtains around the bed.

  • Clink261 Hostel
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,906 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

  • PubLove @ The White Ferry, Victoria
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,150 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

  • St Christopher's Inn Village - London Bridge
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,169 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
     · 3,472 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!!

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  • PubLove @ The Exmouth Arms, Euston
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,815 reviews

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

    As hostels go very clean and secure. Great for Euston.

  • St Christopher's Inn Camden
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,063 reviews

    Located in the fashionable London borough of Camden, St Christopher's Camden is located above Belushi’s bar which features drink deals and homemade burgers.

    Great location, good value, clean & comfortable

  • St Christopher's Inn Shepherd's Bush
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,687 reviews

    Located 4 minutes’ walk from Shepherds Bush tube station, Westfield shopping center and various pubs and bars, St Christopher's Shepherd’s Bush is located above Belushi’s bar which features live...

    Location is good, shops around, transport at the doorstep.

  • PubLove @ The Green man, Paddington
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,271 reviews

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

    Clean bathrooms and toilets. Very close to the tube.

  • St Christopher's Hammersmith
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,140 reviews

    Located 2 minutes’ walk from Hammersmith Tube station (District & Piccadilly Line), the Broadway Shopping Center and various pubs and bars, St Christopher's Hammersmith is located next to Belushi’s...

    Great location and connections to public transport

  • St Christopher's Greenwich
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,818 reviews

    St Christopher's Greenwich is located just 492 feet from Greenwich Train and DLR Station. It offers a bar and restaurant, and free WiFi , 15 minutes’ walk from Greenwich Park.

    They are great I even watched live football matches

  • Smart Russell Square Hostel
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 8,474 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 accommodations with free WiFi access throughout.

    You can storage your bags even before your check in hour.

  • Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,803 reviews

    Just 492 feet from Bayswater Underground Station and Hyde Park, Smart Hyde Park Inn offers budget dormitories with free WiFi access throughout.

    The accommodation Friendly staff and always helpful

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  • Avg. price/night: $102.45
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,327 reviews
    Great location, and a cheap breakfast to get your day started. The receptionist Ibrahim was always there to guide me and my friend who didn't speak good english, highly recommended for a budget stay in central London
    Benali
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $80.12
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,106 reviews
    I didn’t realise it was a hostel when I booked it 😂🙈,but pleasantly surprised! We had private room for me and 13 year old,including bathroom/shower. Staff were lovely, friendly & helpful. Parking was the reason I booked it & car was secure. The whole place had keycards to get around & we felt safe/secure the whole time. 2 nights here. Room was very clean & beds very comfy! Great location & would recommend & defo use again.
    A
    Anonymous
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $129.38
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 5,340 reviews
    The female dormitory is spacious enough, we have individual lockers. A bit particular when it came to the toilet, but it was clean. The dorm is very close to the reception, quite convenient and makes us feel safe. The location is superb, rare property to find at such location with cheap price.
    Rettubdetlas
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $236.13
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,906 reviews
    Great location, cheap price !!! Nice staffs ! Despite the defects, I might use this hostel again if I come back to London for a trip.
    Joo
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $213.79
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,385 reviews
    Great location. Well connected. Food and supermarket options nearby. Safe part of town. Communal areas are very clean. Friendly helpful staff. Laundry service. Tips on what to do and where to eat. Very social hostel. Local knowledge
    Alexandra
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,569 reviews
    Great location! Metro is 3 min away. Many good and cheap places to eat around. Cleanliness Cheap (the cheapest option available in London) Feels safe Decently equipped kitchen
    Hanna
    Solo traveler
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 91 reviews
    Great location, comfortable room - hostel arrangement but without bunk beds. Many guests stay for longer periods of time but for me it was even a highlight. You kind of feel like a local and not like a tourist. Staff was friendly and helpful.
    Ekaterina
    Solo traveler
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,569 reviews
    All women hostel with a great vibe. Super safe space, quiet with a nice shared kitchen. The girls were always up to something, such as pub crawls, tours of the area and other fun activities. It was a great place to meet friends, but also had a lot of privacy if you needed it. One of the best hostels I have stayed in!
    Kaylie
    Solo traveler
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,979 reviews
    Considering it was a hostel, my stay was adequate for my needs. The bunk bed was clean and the facilities were clean and well maintained also. As long as you understand that you have not booked into the Ritz your stay should be safe and relatively comfortable The other guests were polite and civilised which is all one could expect from a hostel.
    Ross
    Solo traveler
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,569 reviews
    the staff are sooo friendly and welcoming! The rooms and beds are so comfortable, everything is brand new. Surprisingly a lot of space in the rooms even with so many beds in them. Great sized lockers in the rooms. Great kitchen with everything you need. Awesome communal area. Felt so safe the entire time. The best hostel I’ve stayed in!
    Gabrielle
    Solo traveler

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