38 Bolton Gardens, Kensington and Chelsea, London, SW5 0AQ, United Kingdom
#245 of 1,002 hotels in London
Guests' ChoiceBased on 1363 hostel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.4
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
6.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: April 14, 2024
Asiedu
United KingdomCanteen at the reception or somewhere to eat.
I like the room , the bathroom was neat and most especially the lamp behind the bed and the socket. Will always visit any time I pass by. Is such a nice place with a serene environment.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Aleksandra
EstoniaStorage boxes in the room could be improved, and if I remember correctly the floor was a bit squeaky so it was hard to stay silent when I checked in at night. But that's just neat picking and definitely not a deal breaker.
Amazing staff and very clean, nice beds and showers! Mattress was very comfortable and with rubbery cover which means definitely no bed bugs, bed linen was crispy clean and soft.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: April 7, 2024
Samantha
United KingdomThe noise was absolutely ridiculous I've never know noise like it in a hostel if they got this under control I would of gave this hostel a 10/10 I will definitely return I just hope the noise will be sorted next time. Also the shower was freezing.
It was by far the cleanest hostel I've stayed in, in London and I've stayed in about 10 diffrent ones. Lockers are great in room and the USB charger port and light near bed are good.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 6, 2024
Maria
IrelandNo ensuite in the room.
Access to the kitchen. Cleanliness.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: April 2, 2024
Stacey
United KingdomWasn’t all that clean, beds were clean however.
Was perfect just to go back and sleep. Kids found it exciting and different to where would usually stay. Staff were fine
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 25, 2024
Khosravi
Austriathe only problem is that the facilities are mostly old. every door of every room and closet sounds when you open them. I'm not saying to change the floor tiles but the doors can be easily fixed with oil.
the staff are friendly and welcoming. they even lend me a British charger socket for my time of stay instead of selling it to me.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 24, 2024
Maëlyss
United Kingdommaybe a bit of cleaning in the dormitories? there was some dust next to my top bunk, but besides that nothing alarming really
amazing location (great neighborhood and close to transports), good shower/toilet rooms (spacey and easy to use), the staff was lovely, really satisfied with my stay, especially for the price I paid
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: March 5, 2024
Lauren
United States of AmericaStrange overhead green nightlight made it tough to sleep. Bring a sleep mask! Otherwise no major complaints or issues.
Great location close to the Earl’s Court metro station made it really easy to get around London. The area also had plenty of restaurant options and felt safe as a solo female traveler. Staff was really friendly and helpful. Even though they’re shared with other guests, I appreciated the private toilet/shower rooms…made it feel less like staying in a dorm to have a bit of privacy. Bed was comfortable enough and clean. Good sized locker for bag storage. Was able to leave a bag in the morning before checking in, and was able to check out for a really early morning flight with no issues.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Fenne
NetherlandsThere is a need for houserules in shared dorms. Some people are so immensely rude, coming in at 3am and repacking there suitcases with stupid noise.
Great staff, vibes and breakfast.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 26, 2024
Peihong
United KingdomClean. Nice staff. Big living room for everyone to stay. There are lots of toilet and shower room.nice place. Will back again.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 23, 2024
Lukas
GermanyNo curtains for the beds
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 22, 2024
Akhilsachdev
United KingdomBathrooms were a bit small. But they were clean.
Very neat & compact hostel, in a superb & safe location. Reception staff was very friendly & helpful. The overall vibe was nice.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 22, 2024
Joanna
PolandNothing to complain really, great value for the price.
Seems like it wasn't renewed for a long time, but everything was super clean, beds were comfy and staff exceptionally helpful! Sink in a bedroom was a really convenient solution :)
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 20, 2024
Radoslaw
United KingdomI have booked two consecutive nights, however I was forced to check out and spent 5 hours outside accomodation and than check in again. The problem is that I am disabled person that cannot walk much and I was forced to do it in order to have my rooms swapped instead having a room transfer righaway it was disappointing and cost me a lot of pain and struggle.
Clean and great location.i was very impressed with a price.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 14, 2024
Jovicic
Bosnia and Herzegovinan/a
Comfort/room, breakfast
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: February 11, 2024
Paola
United KingdomIf they could add something to the beds to make it more private would be ideal.
The location is incredible, it's very clean and the staff is really nice.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 4, 2024
Babs304
Brazil-
Lovely and helpful staff, safe premises, comfortable mattress and bed sheets.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: February 4, 2024
Dmytro
United Kingdoma shower was installed in the room, which was installed in the corridor, and all night someone went to the shower and the fan in the shower was very loud.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: February 4, 2024
Sook
MalaysiaNo elevator.
Good location
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: January 31, 2024
Puteshestvennik3
United States of AmericaOld building with no elevators. Very loud doors and the floors are squicking...Long way from your room to the kitchen.
Really convenient location near subway and close to grocery stores Nice kitchen. Staff are great, always trying to do their best!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 30, 2024
Lei
Chinaroom
location
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 27, 2024
Mark
United KingdomGreat area. Good bars and restaurants. Hostel very comfortable and relaxed.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 25, 2024
Shahnawaz
IndiaWashroom basins too small
Nice location easy access to tube station , cozy rooms
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: January 22, 2024
Kate
United KingdomRoom was very small, no tv or entertainment
Good location, comfortable beds, warm room.
Stayed in November 2023
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