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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.

It was very clean and cozy! loved the interior and the stuff was friendly!!

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8.3
Very good
1,838 reviews
Price from
£23.40
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 found a place full of life with amazing staff with services that exceeded my expectations. Situated in one of the most beautiful areas in London close to any means of transport. Strict and worthy house rules which you receive just after the booking. Clean rooms and service areas with a nice garden ideal for morning and late night chats. The overall experience especially the vibe of the place would make return here for sure!

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8.6
Fabulous
2,107 reviews
Price from
£26.50
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.

The staff is amazing and very helpful! The room was very comfortable and silent! I actually stayed a couple of nights in another hostel nearby, and honestly, this one had a better room (in terms of how silent it was and how comfortable the bed was)... They also have lots of activities every day and try to create a very friendly and enjoyable environment.

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8.3
Very good
1,339 reviews
Price from
£28.44
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.

Really good place to stay in London

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8.4
Very good
5,927 reviews
Price from
£24.20
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.

I liked location and bed. It's very convenient to take a subway and bus and it's located near SOHO. Bed was a little bit small but it was really comfort and they have a clean bathroom.

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8.3
Very good
3,353 reviews
Price from
£35
per night

Just across the road from St Pancras Station in the centre of London, this hostel 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.

The staff is amazing here. They were friendly, attentive, and helpful. I was in a room with only four other beds and a shared bathroom -- for the price I paid in central London, this was an excellent deal indeed. The location is ideal, literally across the street from the British Library and St. Pancras (Eurostar). Tons of restaurants nearby, all types of cuisines and price ranges - you will not go hungry. Tip: the British Library across the street is open to the public and free, and includes exhibition some of its most famous treasures, do not miss!!

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8.1
Very good
3,690 reviews
Price from
£25.20
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.

I like everything, i am first time to stay in hostel, everywhere was clean, beds very comfortable, recommend for travelers. I come back again. 😍

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8.2
Very good
2,287 reviews
Price from
£24.80
per night

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 majority of rooms contain bunk beds.

Great location, close to public transport. Comfortable beds. Peace and quiet. Self-catering kitchen perfect for budget travelers. Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Free luggage room and a possibility to use the kitchen and lounge before check-in and after check-out. Perfect for a London getaway!

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8.4
Very good
2,294 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

Situated in London and within 2.3 km of London Bridge, Cricketers Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 2.4 km from Big Ben, 1.9 km from Waterloo Station and 2.6 km from Houses of Parliament. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

Awesome place… Robert was amazing

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8
Very good
328 reviews
Price from
£20.16
per night

Lee Abbey London features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in London. Located around 1.4 km from Natural History Museum, the hostel with free WiFi is also 1.7 km away from Victoria and Albert Museum. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

The food was great, the staff was nice, the space was comfortable and the location was wonderful!

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8.4
Very good
812 reviews
Price from
£135.15
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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