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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
250 reviews
Price from
₪ 120
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, and I felt very safe to get there, just a short walk from the tube.

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8.3
Very good
2,580 reviews
Price from
₪ 139
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.

I like how friendly and nice the staffs were. I like how easy and close it was to shops, restaurants, train station, etc.

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8.6
Fabulous
2,393 reviews
Price from
₪ 124
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
1,097 reviews
Price from
₪ 131
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.

People were very friendly and every day there was a planned walking tour, free dinner and a party afterwards

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8.5
Very good
1,542 reviews
Price from
₪ 136
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
1,048 reviews
Price from
₪ 92
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.

Excellent location, friendly staff, awesome facilities.

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8.4
Very good
6,800 reviews
Price from
₪ 152
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 was very friendly and welcoming. The room was quite excellent for the price and location. Would definitely stay at here again.

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8.3
Very good
3,973 reviews
Price from
₪ 93
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.

Friendly staff, clean areas and quiet.

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8
Very good
5,184 reviews
Price from
₪ 163
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.

great staff, and loved the vibe of the place. all was clean.

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8.2
Very good
3,126 reviews
Price from
₪ 113
per night

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  • Kensal Green Backpackers 2
    5.3
    Scored 5.3
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 2,162 reviews

    Situated in the Hammersmith and Fulham district in London, Kensal Green Backpackers 2 has a number of amenities including a shared lounge and a bar within 2.2 km of Portobello Road Market.

    The location and the professionalism of the staff.

  • London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,241 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.

    Wonderful vibes, clean and tidy, organised, good location

  • Kensal Green Backpackers
    5.1
    Scored 5.1
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 1,522 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
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 214 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.

  • Mile End Rooms 57A
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 176 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,

  • Golders way rooms
    Budget options available
    1.9
    Scored 1.9
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 21 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Golders way rooms offers accommodation in London, 6.3 km from London Zoo and 6.5 km from Camden Market.

  • Pax Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,048 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
     · 666 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.

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

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

    Located in London, within 1.7 km of Olympia Exhibition Centre and 1.8 km of Eventim Apollo, Sterne Street 4 Person Room provides a garden.

  • Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 250 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.

  • Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,393 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

  • Onefam Notting Hill
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,542 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
     · 6,800 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.

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

  • YHA London Earl's Court
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,550 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
     · 949 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
     · 3,973 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
     · 465 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
     · 3,126 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
     · 655 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.

    Lovely clean twin room and extremely friendly and helpful staff.

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

    Situated in London, 1.3 km from Victoria Park, Park Villa Boutique Hostel features accommodation 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
     · 5,184 reviews

    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.

    The staff are very nice. Confy bed. Good breakfast

  • Barmy Badger Backpackers
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,097 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
     · 3 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
     · 2,740 reviews

    Less than 500 metres from Camden Market, the Smart Camden Inn is located in Camden’s pubs and clubs district.

    Great common area with plenty of space to relax and work.

  • YHA London St Paul's
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 980 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 !

  • Astor Hyde Park Hostel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,197 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)
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 230 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

  • Friendship House (Southwark)
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 417 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
     · 3,394 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.

  • Astor Museum Hostel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,485 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.

    Localization is fantastic! The staff are friendly and attentive.

  • Dover Castle Hostel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,305 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
     · 2,247 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.

  • PubLove @ The White Ferry, Victoria
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4,160 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

  • Clink261 Hostel
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,915 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.

    was close to station, friendly staff, clean common area

  • Smart Hyde Park View Hostel
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,481 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
     · 233 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

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  • Queen Elizabeth Hostel
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,387 reviews

    Situated in London and with Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC reachable within 1.2 km, Queen Elizabeth Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    I loved the breakfast and the location was perfect!

  • 24/7 London Hostel
    No credit card needed
    2.8
    Scored 2.8
    Very poor
    Rated very poor
     · 5 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Brent district of London, 24/7 London Hostel is set 4.6 km from Portobello Road Market, 5 km from Paddington Station and 5.1 km from London Zoo.

  • Hostel Rooms In Camden
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 72 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Camden district of London, Hostel Rooms In Camden is situated 300 metres from Camden Market, 1.3 km from London Zoo and 1.8 km from Euston Station.

    posizione perfetta a Camden Town, parlando di Gran Bretagna il costo è corretto

  • Blue Poppy
    No credit card needed

    In a prime location in the Golders Green district of London, Blue Poppy is situated 5.3 km from Lord's Cricket Ground, 6.1 km from Camden Market and 6.1 km from Madame Tussauds.

  • St Pancras Way, Camden
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2 reviews

    Providing free WiFi, St Pancras Way, Camden offers rooms in London, less than 1 km from King's Cross Station and a 16-minute walk from Euston Station.

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Hostels that guests love in London

  • Avg. price/night: ₪ 382.41
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,332 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ₪ 281.53
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,126 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: ₪ 395.98
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 5,349 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
  • 7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,915 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 traveller
  • Avg. price/night: ₪ 741.40
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,393 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
     · 2,580 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 traveller
  • 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 traveller
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,580 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 traveller
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,981 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 traveller
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,580 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 traveller

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