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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.

The welcoming and loving environment.

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9
Superb
209 reviews
Price from
£26.78
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.

This hostel is beautiful and a project of love. I could see this everywhere. Thank you!

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8.3
Very good
2,423 reviews
Price from
£19
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.

Great location and amazing atmosphere! Ideal to meet people if you are traveling alone

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8.6
Fabulous
2,341 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.

Good location, friendly staff, good bed

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8
Very good
1,057 reviews
Price from
£26
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.

Onefam is one of the best hostel i have ever stayed in its a very social hostel there is a lot of activities that we do as a group like day tours which is something i really enjoyed everyone was super nice and super friendly

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8.4
Very good
1,512 reviews
Price from
£24.48
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
1,017 reviews
Price from
£19.80
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 my 2dn time here and I love the place 😁

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8.4
Very good
6,651 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.

Very nice stay in YHA.i like the bathroom and self chattering system cleaning to good staff is so polite.all things perfect 👍.next time I preferred YHA.

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8.3
Very good
3,917 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.

great location, very friendly staff …

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8
Very good
4,919 reviews
Price from
£28
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.

This is my first time staying in a hostel and tbh I was a bit nervous at first bc I'm a spoiled brat:P I've read a lot of good comments here and I was even doubting if it’s really that good.(And it is) This place is indeed very nice and better than I expected. 1. the room is quiet and everyone is nice, staffs are nice as well 2. The facilities are very nice and clean. At least for me every time I went to shower or the toilet it's pretty clean. 3. The breakfast is great (I mean come on where can you get a breakfast like that in London with 6 pounds...) 4. Location is perfect. Regent’s Park is also nearby. And it's very close to the subway station. *But if you have large luggage...that subway station Swiss Cottage doesn’t have an elevator, some heavy lifting sessions are needed. 5. There are some restaurants and a Tesco express nearby so definitely convenient to get food and groceries. 6. The bed size fits me well. I am 5'3(162cm). If you are over 6'0(182) the bed is probably gonna be a bit small for you??

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8.2
Very good
3,010 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
     · 1,273 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

  • Kensal Green Backpackers
    5.1
    Scored 5.1
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 1,513 reviews

    Opposite Kensal Green Station, Kensal Green Backpackers is a 20-minute walk from vibrant Notting Hill.

    The location. Easy access to most places in London.

  • Wesferry beds to stay
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 194 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
     · 2,341 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
     · 1,017 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
     · 602 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.

  • Astor Museum Hostel
    Budget options available
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,423 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

  • St Christopher's Liverpool Street
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,302 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

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
     · 208 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.

  • Wombat's City Hostel London
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,651 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 😊

  • Onefam Notting Hill
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,512 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

  • YHA London Earl's Court
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,526 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

  • Lee Abbey London
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 910 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
     · 3,916 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
     · 428 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
     · 3,010 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
     · 616 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
     · 1,057 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.

  • Smart Camden Inn Hostel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,691 reviews

    Less than 500 metres 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.

  • Prime Backpackers Angel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,822 reviews

    Prime Backpackers Angel is situated 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.

    Great location, great staff, very clean and homely.

  • Astor Hyde Park Hostel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,103 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

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

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

  • PubLove @ The Steam Engine,Waterloo
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,322 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
     · 3,171 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.

    It’s silly but flowers on stairs on windows seems cool

  • Astor Kensington Hostel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,179 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.

  • The Walrus Bar and Hostel
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,337 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
     · 517 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
     · 6,777 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
     · 4,085 reviews

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

    Friendly staff Comfy beds Close to coach station

  • St Christopher's Inn Village - London Bridge
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5,033 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
     · 3,434 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
     · 224 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

  • Safestay London Elephant & Castle
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,810 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

  • Mile End Rooms 57A
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 158 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,

  • Astor Victoria Hostel
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,507 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.

    Staff very helpful, nice guy that was working there

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  • Acacia Hotel
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,197 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
     · 2,766 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
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,038 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
     · 1,660 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.

  • PubLove @ The Green man, Paddington
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,237 reviews

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

    Strategic location. Just directly next to Edgware road station.

  • St Christopher's Hammersmith
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 2,107 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
     · 1,786 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
     · 8,348 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.

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Hostels that guests love in London

  • Avg. price/night: £101.32
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,010 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
  • 6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,345 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
     · 4,919 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: £150.51
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,651 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: £158.98
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,341 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
  • 6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,345 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: £150.51
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 6,651 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
  • Avg. price/night: £110.40
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,434 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: £110
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,845 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
     · 1,507 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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