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Hostels in London

Our top choices for London hostels

Generator London
Reception

Generator London

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1008)
"Great if you are traveling in a large group and just need a place to crash!"
The price is ￥11,471
￥13,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Generator London
LSE Bankside House - Campus Accommodation
Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | View from room

LSE Bankside House - Campus Accommodation

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (919)
"Great place! The location and breakfast is awesome "
The price is ￥14,299
￥17,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
LSE Bankside House - Campus Accommodation
Wombat's City Hostel London
Bar (on property)

Wombat's City Hostel London

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (454)
"This was the ideal hostel for me. Having built in curtains for each bed added a fantastic bit of privacy, plus a safe, outlet, and fan for each bed on top of the lockers was perfect."
The price is ￥16,929
￥20,314 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Wombat's City Hostel London
St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel
Property amenity

St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (474)
"Nice hostel nice staff :)"
The price is ￥5,465
￥6,558 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel
Kensal Green Backpackers 1
View from property

Kensal Green Backpackers 1

2.0 star property
5.2 out of 10, (768)
"Comfortable rooms and a nice lounge area to eat and relax. Has fridges to store your food."
Kensal Green Backpackers 1
NX London Hostel
4 Bed Private Room + Trundle (shared bathroom) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

NX London Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (252)
"Enjoyed my stay "
The price is ￥1,374
￥3,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
NX London Hostel
Astor Victoria Hostel - Adults Only
Front of property

Astor Victoria Hostel - Adults Only

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (189)
"Wonderful and helpful staff. "
The price is ￥6,268
￥7,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Astor Victoria Hostel - Adults Only
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel
Front of property

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"I enjoyed my stay here, would definitely stay there again "
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel
St Christopher's Inn, Greenwich - Hostel
Bar (on property)

St Christopher's Inn, Greenwich - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (361)
"Had a great relaxing stay"
St Christopher's Inn, Greenwich - Hostel
St Christopher's Inn, Hammersmith - Hostel
Reception hall

St Christopher's Inn, Hammersmith - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (260)
"Very nice hostel."
St Christopher's Inn, Hammersmith - Hostel
Book a Bed Hostels
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (12 Bed) | Room amenity

Book a Bed Hostels

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (284)
"The food was amazing, staff were friendly and helpful and the curtains on the beds were excellent "
The price is ￥2,241
￥5,646 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Book a Bed Hostels
Saint James Backpackers
Triple Room, Terrace | Terrace/patio

Saint James Backpackers

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (222)
"Good place to stay "
The price is ￥7,075
￥8,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Saint James Backpackers
Dover Castle Hostel
Front of property

Dover Castle Hostel

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (140)
"Staff were friendly. Room was incredibly hot though, it made for a restless sleep. A large fan was provided but its no good for ones sleeping on the upper bunks which I was. Otherwise, location is great."
Dover Castle Hostel
Clink 261 Hostel
Interior detail

Clink 261 Hostel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (550)
"Good location,staff."
The price is ￥10,724
￥12,869 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Clink 261 Hostel
YHA London Central - Hostel
Property entrance

YHA London Central - Hostel

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (697)
"Staff and accommodations were wonderful!!"
The price is ￥13,239
￥15,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
YHA London Central - Hostel
Astor Hyde Park Hostel - Adults Only
Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Astor Hyde Park Hostel - Adults Only

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (148)
"Great location, staff was super kind and helpful, the price was really good for the location and the accommodation. Super safe, they are always checking on the cameras, making sure nothing happens. The bed and pillow super comfortable! Definitely will be back and recommend it to everyone. "
The price is ￥7,620
￥9,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Astor Hyde Park Hostel - Adults Only
Kabannas St Pancras
Exterior

Kabannas St Pancras

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (150)
"Loved it Would stay again. Very convenient."
Kabannas St Pancras
Astor Museum Inn Hostel
Terrace/patio

Astor Museum Inn Hostel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (121)
"Great place and great staff very friendly and welcoming"
The price is ￥7,298
￥8,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Astor Museum Inn Hostel
St Christopher's Inn, Shepherd's Bush - Hostel
Meeting facility

St Christopher's Inn, Shepherd's Bush - Hostel

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (220)
"Everything good but one thing feel very hot at night."
St Christopher's Inn, Shepherd's Bush - Hostel
Smart Camden Inn Hostel
Daily buffet breakfast (GBP 6.50 per person)

Smart Camden Inn Hostel

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (175)
"Great pkace to stay "
The price is ￥9,383
￥11,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Smart Camden Inn Hostel
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Price trends for Hostels in London

Price trends for Hostels in London

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Next month
August
December
￥16,046
Month
Price
January
￥12,592
February
￥12,421
March
￥15,090
April
￥16,766
May
￥17,126
June
￥18,079
July
￥19,999
August
￥10,109
September
￥16,046
October
￥17,816
November
￥16,911
December
￥20,589
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed Hostels in London.

Find out more about London

Find out more about London

London Hostels information

Number of reviews
688
Accommodation
127 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥1,374
Highest Price
￥16,929

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Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in London?
By going with a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and set aside more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your vacation. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its theaters and museums.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), low 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 might be a good place to start looking: Generator London - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Russell Square Underground Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a nightclub, as well as a restaurant. You'll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. LSE Bankside House - Campus Accommodation - Located within a 10-minute walk of Thames River and Borough Market. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers, and coffee/tea makers. NX London Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of New Cross Gate Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Borough Market. Property features include free WiFi, a nightclub, and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. Wombat's City Hostel London - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Tower Gateway DLR Station and Aldgate East Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi.
How many hostels should I expect to find in London?
If you're hoping to find an affordable place to stay in London, one of Expedia's 107 hostels could be a great choice.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in London?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for London is 28 inches.
What is there to see and do in London?
Overall, London is known for its theaters, museums, and architecture. Major attractions include Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus, and London Eye. Get out into nature with places like Hyde Park, Leicester Square, and Russell Square. Cultural attractions include The British Museum, O2 Arena, and National Gallery.
What's the best way to get to and around London while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around London in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is London City Airport (LCY), 7.6 mi (12.3 km) away. An alternative is Heathrow Airport (LHR), located 14.1 mi (22.7 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. You can take advantage of metro transit at Charing Cross Underground Station, Embankment Station, and Leicester Square Underground Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Charing Cross Station, Tottenham Court Road Station, or Waterloo Station.