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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.

It’s a great hostel with a cool common area that everybody gets easily connected with each other. Staff was amazing. If Jo is there, she’ll help you in any case :) The nights they organize are really nice join them to have fun!

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9
Superb
221 reviews
Price from
£31.30
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 location was great, really close to the metro station. The shared kitchen was really useful and equipped with everything you might need. The bed was comfortable and spacious.

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8.3
Very good
2,469 reviews
Price from
£22
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.

It's a very good and clean hostel,very good location and the stuff is nice

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8.6
Fabulous
2,354 reviews
Price from
£26.50
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 best part was the staff, very gentle and kind people! the rooms fulfilled my expectations and made my trip the best one yet.

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8
Very good
1,067 reviews
Price from
£27
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.

Oli and Felicity are the coolest people ever. I didn't think a hostel could be any better until I met all the amazinggggg staff! Best thing that can ever happen to you is booking this place of fun for your next trip to partyyy

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8.5
Very good
1,518 reviews
Price from
£27.97
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.

10 minutes walk from the Underground (take the next station - it is further but downhill).

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8.5
Very good
1,025 reviews
Price from
£23.76
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.

It is easy to get there from Nothing Hill, was just like the photos and very clean. the breakfast is good

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8.4
Very good
6,692 reviews
Price from
£28.06
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.

The staff is just so friendly and helpful. I was feeling very welcomed.

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8.3
Very good
3,934 reviews
Price from
£30
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.

Very helpful and kind about me storing a bag for a week while I vacationed in Sicily, made my life easier.

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8
Very good
5,004 reviews
Price from
£28.80
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.

Location is great! It is historical building in great condition. An architecture and main interior are beautiful. Room is clean, bed and towels are spotless wight. Breakfast is amazing. Definitely come again.

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8.2
Very good
3,038 reviews
Price from
£23.49
per night

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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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  • Bell House Hostel
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,295 reviews

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

    The location is very good if you want to be central

  • Wesferry beds to stay
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 202 reviews

    Attractively set in the Tower Hamlets district of London, Wesferry beds to stay is situated 1.6 km from Canary Wharf Underground Station, 3.3 km from Victoria Park and 3.8 km from Canada Water.

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

  • Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,354 reviews

    Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old provides accommodation 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
     · 1,025 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
     · 618 reviews

    Situated in London and within 2.3 km 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
     · 921 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
     · 1,965 reviews

    PubLove @ The Rose & Crown in London provides adults-only accommodation 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
     · 2,432 reviews

    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.

    Great location, really friendly welcome, comfortable bed

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

  • Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 220 reviews

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

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

  • Onefam Notting Hill
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,518 reviews

    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.

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

  • Wombat's City Hostel London
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,691 reviews

    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.

    Clean, safe and comfortable hostel, short walk to underground 😊

  • YHA London Earl's Court
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,531 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.

    The location, facilities and how people treated us

  • YHA London Central
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,934 reviews

    Providing high-quality hostel accommodation 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
     · 440 reviews

    The Pride of Paddington offers accommodation 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
     · 3,037 reviews

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

    Helpfull staff, value for money brilliant breakfast

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

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

    Clean. Staff is great. Lot of flexibility. Breakfast was nice too

  • Barmy Badger Backpackers
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,066 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Barmy Badger Backpackers is set in the centre of London, 1.4 km from Olympia Exhibition Centre.

    Everything is perfect. Always have a good time there.

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

    Located in London and within 2.7 km 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
     · 953 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.

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

  • St Christopher's Liverpool Street
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,311 reviews

    Situated 900 metres from Brick Lane in London, St Christopher's Liverpool Street welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar.

    Staff were lovely, really helpful and accommodating

  • Astor Hyde Park Hostel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,126 reviews

    Astor Hyde Park Hostel offers accommodation for guests over the age of 18 in the Kensington and Chelsea district in London, 200 metres from Royal Albert Hall.

    Packed with great facilities provided by the property

  • Davies Court (Canary Wharf)
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 225 reviews

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

    Excelliant - The man of front desk was friendly and helpful

  • PubLove @ The Steam Engine,Waterloo
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,344 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
     · 3,211 reviews

    Dover Castle Hostel is situated in London, 1.3 km from Tower of London and 1.3 km 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
     · 2,195 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 accommodation for guests over the age of 18.

    Warm and welcoming staff, nice kitchen facilities.

  • London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,211 reviews

    London Backpackers offers accommodation 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!!

  • The Walrus Bar and Hostel
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,363 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.

    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
     · 518 reviews

    Located 700 metres 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
     · 6,826 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
     · 4,105 reviews

    PubLove @ The White Ferry, Victoria is a traditional English pub offering a range of accommodation 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
     · 5,085 reviews

    Situated 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
     · 3,445 reviews

    Just 100 meters from Hyde Park, this hostel is a 5-minute walk from Queensway Underground Station. It offers spacious rooms with an en suite bathroom and free WiFi access throughout.

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

  • Holland House (Victoria)
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 226 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.

    Quiet room, good stuff , warm place , good kitchen

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

    Set in London within 2.7 km of Canary Wharf Underground Station and 3.4 km of Brick Lane, Mile End Rooms 57A features rooms with free WiFi.

    Clear instructions and clean place, value for money,

  • Safestay London Elephant & Castle
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,823 reviews

    Located in the former Labour Party headquarters, Safestay London Elephant & Castle is a 5-minute walk from Elephant & Castle train station and shopping centre.

    Everything and I would highly recommend it to everyone

  • Hootananny Hostel
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,669 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi and a sun terrace, Hootananny Hostel offers accommodation in London, 1.1 km from Brixton Academy. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

    I really feel very well, everybody was very kind with me

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  • Acacia Hotel
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,212 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
     · 2,787 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!

  • St Christopher's Inn Camden
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,046 reviews

    Situated in the fashionable London borough of Camden, St Christopher's Camden is situated 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
     · 1,665 reviews

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

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

  • St Christopher's Hammersmith
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,117 reviews

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

    Great location and connections to public transport

  • St Christopher's Greenwich
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,797 reviews

    St Christopher's Greenwich is located just 150 metres 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
     · 8,398 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.

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

  • Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,723 reviews

    Just 150 metres from Bayswater Underground Station and Hyde Park, Smart Hyde Park Inn offers budget dormitories with free WiFi access throughout.

    Clean, quiet & in great location beside Underground Station

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  • Avg. price/night: £77.05
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,037 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £60.35
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,356 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 traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5,001 reviews
    one of the best hostels I’ve stayed in..friendly staff, feels safe, clean, spacious dorms and great location..
    Sasha
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £144.26
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,691 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: £195.41
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,354 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: £60.35
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,356 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £144.26
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,691 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 traveller
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,445 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £135
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,855 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 traveller
  • 7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,518 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 traveller

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