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Our top choices for London hostels

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large potted plants, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

1. a&o London Docklands Riverside

a&o London Docklands Riverside
2.0 star property
Southwark
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location and quiet"
United Kingdom
Rob
The price is ￥9,325
￥11,190 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
a&o London Docklands Riverside
An outdoor courtyard with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and hanging lanterns.

2. Wombat's City Hostel London

Wombat's City Hostel London
2.0 star property
London City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (697 reviews)
"Amazing staff incredible breakfast great location. This was my second stay this month and I will definitely be returning!!"
United States
Hunter
The price is ￥16,934
￥20,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Wombat's City Hostel London
A reception area with a wooden counter, a digital information board, and a luggage store sign.

3. Generator London

Generator London
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.2 out of 10, Good, (999 reviews)
"It is close to the major places in London. Easy to navigate as accessible to all transport."
United Kingdom
Seth Angelo
The price is ￥12,381
￥14,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Generator London
A bar area with wooden decor, a staircase, and a reception desk with computers.

4. Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel
3.0 star property
Camden
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Friendly staff clean, superb"
United Kingdom
Martin
The price is ￥5,699
￥6,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel
A narrow alleyway with brick walls and multiple windows, some with balconies.

5. Astor Museum Inn Hostel

Astor Museum Inn Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (159 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United Kingdom
Kokil
The price is ￥13,397
￥16,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Astor Museum Inn Hostel
A vibrant mural with cityscapes and iconic landmarks, a red telephone booth, and a wooden bench in a modern interior space.

6. 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, (598 reviews)
"Very good value for money! Excellent stay"
United Kingdom
Laura
The price is ￥7,081
￥8,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel
A living room with red leather sofas, a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a guitar.

7. Clink 261 Hostel

Clink 261 Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (686 reviews)
"Convenient."
United Kingdom
RICHARD
The price is ￥10,296
￥12,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Clink 261 Hostel
A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' mat, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to the upper floor.

8. YHA London Earl's Court - Hostel

YHA London Earl's Court - Hostel
4.0 star property
London City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (325 reviews)
"Wonderful experience in London. Basic room, very pleasant and helpful staff. A great opportunity to meet likeminded individuals with a lovely sense of camaraderie and friendliness in the shared common area. You don’t need to spend a fortune when visiting London!"
United States
Peter
The price is ￥11,908
￥14,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
YHA London Earl's Court - Hostel
A row of white, classical-style buildings with multiple windows and balconies.

9. Acacia Hotel

Acacia Hotel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (47 reviews)
"Great bedroom and bathroom , very clean and close to restaurants in Bute Street and South Ken tube ."
United Kingdom
Christine
The price is ￥18,297
￥21,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Acacia Hotel
A neatly made bed with multiple pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a large mirror, and an open wardrobe.

10. Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel

Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.0 out of 10, Good, (285 reviews)
"I did not realize when I booked they have a very low age limit, so that ca I sedan problem for"
United States
Eric
The price is ￥15,319
￥18,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel
A neatly made bed with white bedding and a blue blanket, a black headboard, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

11. 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, (175 reviews)
"Room was clean where I concern my place was. But what I would like to highlight it’s the staff are very friendly, helpful and caring. Location is perfect very central walking distance to many attraction and also shops"
United Kingdom
Fernanda
The price is ￥11,318
￥13,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Astor Hyde Park – 18 to 40 years
A backyard with a brick planter, picnic tables, and a wooden fence.

12. 247 London Hostel

247 London Hostel
1.0 star property
Kilburn
247 London Hostel
Front of property

13. Pax Lodge

Pax Lodge
1.0 star property
Camden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"trevligt ställe att åka till som scout."
Sweden
Birgitta
The price is ￥12,116
￥14,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Pax Lodge
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a white table, and a wall with abstract art.

14. NX London Hostel

NX London Hostel
2.0 star property
Lewisham
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (261 reviews)
"Great value hostel. Convenient transport connections & great for O2 Arean & Greenwich area. Free help yourself breakfast."
United Kingdom
William
The price is ￥2,383
￥5,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
NX London Hostel
A white building with a black metal fence, a wooden door, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

15. Smart Russell Square Hostel

Smart Russell Square Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
6.8 out of 10, (463 reviews)
"2nd time coming and everything was perfect this time too"
France
Louise
The price is ￥16,311
￥19,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Smart Russell Square Hostel
A hotel hallway with a checkered floor, a mirror with a zigzag pattern, and a shower sign on a door.

16. St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel

St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (114 reviews)
"Good location, clean sheets, no “common area” like other hostels, has the public bar downstairs"
Hong Kong SAR China
HO MAN SAMUEL
The price is ￥14,694
￥17,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel
Living area

17. Urbany Hostel London 18 - 40 years old

Urbany Hostel London 18 - 40 years old
1.0 star property
London City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"the staff were amazing!!! it was my first time in a hostel and they made me feel so comfrontable and safe!!!"
Canada
Raya
The price is ￥14,545
￥17,454 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Urbany Hostel London 18 - 40 years old
A building with a sign reading 'YHA London Thameside'.

18. YHA London Thameside - Hostel

YHA London Thameside - Hostel
2.0 star property
Southwark
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (204 reviews)
"room and staff"
United States
Chando Admire
The price is ￥8,756
￥10,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 26 - Nov 27
YHA London Thameside - Hostel
A dormitory room with bunk beds, a radiator, a window, a wooden chair, and a cabinet with numbered drawers.

19. Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston

Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston
1.0 star property
London City Centre
6.8 out of 10, (252 reviews)
"I loved it, will definitely be booking another stay!! If you’re travelling on a budget this is hands down the best place to stay!!"
Canada
Cheyenne
The price is ￥10,128
￥12,154 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston
A living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a lamp.

20. Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old

Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old
2.0 star property
London City Centre
6.0 out of 10, (544 reviews)
"The host people are really nice and make sure you enjoy the instance"
Mexico
Jazmin Esmeralda
The price is ￥14,659
￥17,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old
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Top London Hotel Reviews

The Cumberland, London

The Cumberland, London

10/10 Excellent
"Highly recommend this hotel!! Convenient location in a brilliant area of London. Marble Arch tube station just metres away. Oxford Street just round the corner. Definitely stay here for an extended period of time in the future. Rooms without a view are a downside and also some of the signage makes the rooms hard to find"
Thomas 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
The Cumberland, London

Find out more about London

London Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,673
Accommodation
133 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥5,719
Highest Price
￥21,956

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: Zedwell Capsule Hotel, Piccadilly Circus - Located steps from Piccadilly Circus. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator. You'll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. 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. You'll find showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. A&o London Docklands Riverside - You can take advantage of free WiFi and 2 bars/lounges, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with TVs, hair dryers, and bed sheets. LSE Bankside House - Campus Accommodation - Located within a 10-minute walk of River Thames and Borough Market. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers, and coffee/tea makers in all rooms. 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.
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 50 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 Big Ben. Get out into nature with places like Hyde Park, Leicester Square, and Victoria Embankment Gardens. Cultural attractions include The Arena, The British Museum, 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.

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