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Our top choices for London hostels

Reception

a&o London Docklands Riverside

a&o London Docklands Riverside
2.0 star property
Southwark
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,019 reviews)
"Super clean room, great ac, nice bathroom and premium linens… superb."
United States
Donald
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
a&o London Docklands Riverside
Bar (on property)

LSE Bankside House - Campus Accommodation

LSE Bankside House - Campus Accommodation
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"We have stayed several times fabulous location and has all you need great breakfast too"
United Kingdom
Tracey
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
LSE Bankside House - Campus Accommodation
Exterior

Wombat's City Hostel London

Wombat's City Hostel London
2.0 star property
London City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (627 reviews)
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Wombat's City Hostel London
Reception

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel
3.0 star property
Camden
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Quieter area, girls dorms are decently quiet and comfortable, if a bit warm in the summer."
United States
Sydney
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Astor Museum Inn Hostel

Astor Museum Inn Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (147 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United Kingdom
Kokil
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Astor Museum Inn Hostel
Exterior detail

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS HOUSE VAUXHALL

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS HOUSE VAUXHALL
1.0 star property
London City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (10 reviews)
"Fantastic find within minutes walk of the cricket"
United Kingdom
Guy
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS HOUSE VAUXHALL
Reception

Generator London

Generator London
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.2 out of 10, Good, (999 reviews)
"A very nice hostel situated just next to Kings Cross and Euston Railways and Tube stations. Best location in the heart of London, easy public transportation access, safe and clean and convenient, beds are very comfortable, staff are very friendly, shoutout to Prince, Carlos, Junior and Ainy (If I spelt it right) for being fantastic, use this hostel on all my travels to London."
United Kingdom
Mustafa Zahid
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Generator London
Lobby sitting area

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, (565 reviews)
"Great location, good facilities, clean and excellent value."
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is €45
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel
Living area

Urbany Hostel London 18 - 40 years old

Urbany Hostel London 18 - 40 years old
1.0 star property
London City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"The room I was in was clean & I love that there were some nights where there was free dinners. The free dinners were the best part. Also, having towels that were decently priced and not overly expensive was a huge plus. You'll need to bring your own soap and washcloth though. 8/10 for me."
United States
Jah-Sun
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Urbany Hostel London 18 - 40 years old
Property entrance

YHA London Central - Hostel

YHA London Central - Hostel
4.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (739 reviews)
"Small but nice breakfast, very cheap"
United States
David
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
YHA London Central - Hostel
Exterior

Acacia Hotel

Acacia Hotel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (38 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay! Close to public transport!"
United States
Regan
The price is €123
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Acacia Hotel
Reception

Atlas Hostel

Atlas Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.0 out of 10, Good, (314 reviews)
"I had messed up my reservation for a day, the staff was super understanding of my situation and managed to get us lodged another night."
United States
Alfred
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Atlas Hostel
Front of property

Astor Kensington Hostel

Astor Kensington Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (79 reviews)
"Very polite & humble staff. Appreciate about cleaning. Will visit again"
United Kingdom
Muhammad Ahad
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Astor Kensington Hostel
Interior

Astor Victoria Hostel 18 to 39 years

Astor Victoria Hostel 18 to 39 years
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (243 reviews)
"Staff are always helpful and friendly and always cleaning especially the kitchen."
United Kingdom
Susanna Kate
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Astor Victoria Hostel 18 to 39 years
Interior detail

Clink 261 Hostel

Clink 261 Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (649 reviews)
"Stayed for nearly a week at this hotel."
United States
Marissa
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Clink 261 Hostel
Exterior

PubLove The White Ferry, Victoria - Hostel

PubLove The White Ferry, Victoria - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.2 out of 10, Good, (210 reviews)
"I liked this place, it had character."
United States
Ronald
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
PubLove The White Ferry, Victoria - Hostel
Double Room, Ensuite

Astor Hyde Park – 18 to 40 years

Astor Hyde Park – 18 to 40 years
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (170 reviews)
"Have functional WiFi. Have a comfortable bed a chair"
Canada
Pang
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Astor Hyde Park – 18 to 40 years
Bar (on property)

St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel

St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (111 reviews)
"The bar is good "
United States
Andres
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

BacPac Hostel

BacPac Hostel
2.0 star property
Hammersmith and Fulham
5.2 out of 10, (5 reviews)
"The staff were very nice!"
United States
Matthew
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
BacPac Hostel
Front of property

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
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
YHA London St Paul's - Hostel
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Top London Hotel Reviews

Princes Gardens

Princes Gardens

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great except the elevator went down and we had go through another building to get out. But the staff helped us with that."
Teresa 2-night trip
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Princes Gardens

Find out more about London

London Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,816
Accommodation
132 Hostels
Lowest Price
€45
Highest Price
€143

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in London?
By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and use more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its theatres and museums.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget 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 could be a good place to look first: LSE Bankside House - Campus Accommodation - Located steps from Tate Modern. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and coffee/tea makers in all rooms. Zedwell Capsule Hotel, Piccadilly Circus - Located steps from Piccadilly Circus. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as a lift. You'll find showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. NX London Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of New Cross Gate Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Wombat's City Hostel London - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Tower Gateway DLR Station and Aldgate East Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Swiss Cottage Underground Station and Finchley Road Underground Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets.
How many hostels can I expect to find in London?
If you're searching for somewhere affordable to stay in London, one of Expedia's 56 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in London?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for London is 710 mm.
What is there to see and do in London?
Overall, London is known for its theatres, museums and architecture. Major attractions include Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and London Eye. Get out into nature with places such as Hyde Park, Leicester Square and Victoria Embankment Gardens. Cultural attractions include The British Museum, The Arena and Royal Albert Hall.
What's the best way to get to and around London while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in London in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is London (LCY-London City), located 7.6 mi (12.3 km) away. An alternative is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transport during your trip. Take advantage of metro transport at Charing Cross Underground Station, Embankment Station and Leicester Square Underground Station. To see more of the area, take a train from Charing Cross Station, Tottenham Court Road Station or Waterloo Station.

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