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Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage, hotel in London

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage provides award-winning budget accommodations in a beautiful Victorian Grade II registered historic building.

nice staff, clean sheets, great community. this was my second time here and I'm sure I'll come back again.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
3,556 reviews
Price from$54.44per night
Wombat's City Hostel London, hotel in London

Located in central London, Wombat's City Hostel London offers accommodations with free WiFi access throughout and features a terrace, a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

Very clean and friendly. Location was perfect for my travel. I am older and travel on a budget. I like the young atmosphere - keeps me energized.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
7,199 reviews
Price from$178.65per night
Pax Lodge, hotel in London

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.

Very friendly place with clean facilities, has everything you need.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
1,102 reviews
Price from$101.98per night
Barmy Badger Backpackers, hotel in London

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Barmy Badger Backpackers is located in the center of London, a 16-minute walk from Olympia Exhibition Centre.

Loved the room, the staff, and the area. The bed was super comfy and the shower was nice.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
1,236 reviews
Price from$106.23per night
Onefam Notting Hill, hotel in London

Onefam Notting Hill provides accommodations in London near Portobello Road Market and Royal Albert Hall. This is a social party hostel designed for young backpackers and solo travelers.

The atmosphere, the location and the community in this hostel was amazing! The staff were so helpful friendly and communicative about anything that was going on and what to do if help was needed! Meg, Marky mark and the rest of the staff team are awesome. Definitely recommend staying here for a great London experience!
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
1,628 reviews
Price from$199.61per night
Kabannas London St Pancras, hotel in London

Just across the road from St Pancras Station in the center of London, Kabannas St Pancras offers easy access to Euston and Kings Cross. There is 24-hour reception, and free Wi-Fi is available.

Location
Scored 8.0
8.0
Rated very good
Very Good
5,857 reviews
Price from$184.49per night
Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old, hotel in London

Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old provides accommodations in London near Portobello Road Market and Kensington Gardens/Hyde Park.

Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
2,556 reviews
Price from$204.71per night
YHA London Central, hotel in London

Providing high-quality hostel accommodations in the heart of the capital, YHA London Central offers comfort and convenience.

The staff and services
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
4,083 reviews
Price from$193.15per night
YHA London Earl's Court, hotel in London

This YHA hostel is 5 minutes’ walk from Earl’s Court Tube Station. It offers affordable accommodations ranging between shared dorms to private rooms, a 24-hour reception, Wi-Fi access and a TV lounge....

Got a private room for only £60 for the night. Was near earls court tube station. Free WiFi.
Scored 8.4
8.4
Rated very good
Very Good
2,652 reviews
Price from$141.64per night
Hostelle - women only hostel London, hotel in London

Located in London and with Brick Lane reachable within a 16-minute walk, Hostelle - women only hostel London provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

Definitely the location SOME staff were engaging and lovely and showed you around. Others not so.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
3,075 reviews
Price from$69.53per night
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.
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  • Pax Lodge
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,102 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.

  • Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,556 reviews

    Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage provides award-winning budget accommodations in a beautiful Victorian Grade II registered historic building.

    Helpfull staff, value for money brilliant breakfast

  • Hostel Rooms In Camden
    Budget options available
    Scored 6.0
    6.0
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 123 reviews

    Attractively set in the Camden district of London, Hostel Rooms In Camden is located a 3-minute walk from Camden Market, 0.8 miles from London Zoo and 1.1 miles from Euston Train Station.

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

  • Mile End Rooms 57A
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 238 reviews

    Offering free WiFi, Mile End Rooms 57A offers accommodations in London, 1.2 miles from Victoria Park and 1.7 miles from Canary Wharf Tube Station.

    Clear instructions and clean place, value for money,

  • Book A Bed Hostels
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 223 reviews

    Ventures Hostel offers dormitory rooms in London just 5 minutes’ walk from Deptford and New Cross rail stations. It offers luggage storage, in-room lockers, and laundry facilities at a surcharge.

    Very nice room with comfortable beds and a large TV

  • Lee Abbey London
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,121 reviews

    Lee Abbey London features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in London.

    Was clean and tidy . Love the garden. Fantastic meals

  • Cricketers Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 859 reviews

    Located in London and within 1.4 miles of London Bridge, Cricketers Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    I liked the cleanliness, friendly staff and location.

  • Astor Museum Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,662 reviews

    Astor Museum offers accommodations for guests over the age of 18 in Central London, located directly opposite the British Museum. Free WiFi is available in all the rooms.

    Localization is fantastic! The staff are friendly and attentive.

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

  • Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 366 reviews

    The Onefam Waterloo has a lively atmosphere as a social party hostel designed for young backpackers and solo travelers.

    It’s everything new and the team was very welcomed.

  • Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,556 reviews

    Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old provides accommodations in London near Portobello Road Market and Kensington Gardens/Hyde Park.

    Exceptional staff, always clean and perfect location

  • Onefam Notting Hill
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,628 reviews

    Onefam Notting Hill provides accommodations in London near Portobello Road Market and Royal Albert Hall. This is a social party hostel designed for young backpackers and solo travelers.

    The social atmosphere and the staff were friendly as

  • Wombat's City Hostel London
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 7,197 reviews

    Located in central London, Wombat's City Hostel London offers accommodations 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
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,652 reviews

    This YHA hostel is 5 minutes’ walk from Earl’s Court Tube Station. It offers affordable accommodations 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

  • YHA London Central
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 4,083 reviews

    Providing high-quality hostel accommodations in the heart of the capital, YHA London Central offers comfort and convenience.

    Beautiful and clean, great staff and comfortable beds etc.

  • The Pride of Paddington
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 562 reviews

    The Pride of Paddington offers accommodations in the heart of London, within a 5-minute walk from Hyde Park. Paddington Underground Station is less than 5 minutes away on foot.

    Amazing location and surprisingly quiet considering

  • YHA London Thameside
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 796 reviews

    In leafy Rotherhithe, this YHA hostel is just a few yards from the banks of the Thames, 10 minutes’ walk from Rotherhithe Overground station or 15 minutes from Canada Water Tube Station.

    Simple and nice for sleeping as most of the time we are outside

  • Barmy Badger Backpackers
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 1,237 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Barmy Badger Backpackers is located in the center of London, a 16-minute walk from Olympia Exhibition Centre.

    Everything is perfect. Always have a good time there.

  • Sterne Street 4 Person Room
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 10 reviews

    Located in London, within 1.1 miles of Olympia Exhibition Centre and 1.1 miles of Eventim Apollo, Sterne Street 4 Person Room provides a garden.

    Geras- kainos ir kokybės satykis. Labai gera vieta.

  • Kabannas London St Pancras
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 5,857 reviews

    Just across the road from St Pancras Station in the center of London, Kabannas St Pancras offers easy access to Euston and Kings Cross. There is 24-hour reception, and free Wi-Fi is available.

    Very close to King Cross Station and had a good vibe

  • LHA Paddington
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 13 reviews

    In a prime location in London, LHA Paddington provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

  • YHA London St Paul's
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,099 reviews

    YHA London St Paul’s is a 5-minute walk from St Paul’s tube (subway) station (Central Line) and only a minute from St. Paul’s Cathedral bus stop.

    The location is absolutely excellent and the room is clean.

  • St Christopher's Liverpool Street
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,469 reviews

    Located 2953 feet from Brick Lane in London, St Christopher's Liverpool Street welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. St Christopher's Liverpool Street features free WiFi throughout the property.

    Stranded in London , needed a bed for the night , bang on !

  • Smart Camden Inn Hostel
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,906 reviews

    Less than 1640 feet from Camden Market, the Smart Camden Inn is located in Camden’s pubs and clubs district.

    Accessible for everthing specially transportation.

  • Wesferry beds to stay
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 259 reviews

    Attractively located in the Tower Hamlets district of London, Wesferry beds to stay is located a 19-minute walk from Canary Wharf Tube Station, 2.1 miles from Victoria Park and 2.4 miles from Canada...

    It is convenient location quiet and clean property. Will come back

  • Solo Stay London Zone 1
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 6 reviews

    Located in London and within 1.7 miles of London Bridge, Solo Stay London Zone 1 features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Astor Hyde Park Hostel
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,481 reviews

    Astor Hyde Park Hostel offers accommodations for guests over the age of 18 in the Kensington and Chelsea district in London, 656 feet from Royal Albert Hall.

    Friendly staff, good value for money, great location.

  • Davies Court (Canary Wharf)
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 231 reviews

    Located in London, just 2.5 miles from the O2 Arena, Davies Court offers self-catering accommodations and features an on-site gym.

    Excelliant - The man of front desk was friendly and helpful

  • 365 London Hostel
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 26 reviews

    Located in London and with Portobello Road Market reachable within 2.6 miles, 365 London Hostel has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    lovely kitchen everything organised nice night staff

  • PubLove @ The Steam Engine,Waterloo
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,606 reviews

    Only 10 minutes' walk from Waterloo Station, along a quiet side street, PubLove @ The Steam Engine is set above a traditional London pub.

    It was very quiet after 12 o'clock when the pub closed.

  • London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,357 reviews

    London Backpackers offers accommodations 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.

    My stay was comfortable and I got value for money.

  • Friendship House (Southwark)
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 449 reviews

    With award winning architecture, Friendship House offer self-catering accommodations in Southwark, London and is located within just 1.1 miles from the London Eye and Big Ben.

    Good clean room. Decent price.Not far from tube station.

  • Astor Kensington Hostel
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,427 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 accommodations for guests over the age of 18.

    The staff are so friendly and always there if you need anything help

  • St Christopher's Inn Oasis - London Bridge - Female Only
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 548 reviews

    Located 2297 feet from London Bridge in London, St Christopher's Inn Oasis - London Bridge welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. Each room is female only, fitted with a shared bathroom.

    It was really nice room with curtains around the bed.

  • Halpin House (South Kensington)
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 97 reviews

    Set within 2953 feet of Royal Albert Hall, Halpin House in London features a number of amenities including a shared lounge. This hostel offers a 24-hour front desk and a shared kitchen.

    I stayed in a room shared only with another woman.

  • Newington Court (Stoke Newington)
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 51 reviews

    Located in London and with Emirates Stadium reachable within 1.1 miles, Newington Court (Stoke Newington) provides a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    location was ideal access to property was easy all good

  • Clink261 Hostel
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 7,257 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.

    Check in was very easy and the staff were very welcoming

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  • Astor Victoria Hostel
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 5,071 reviews

    Astor Victoria offers accommodations for guests over the age of 18 till 40 in central London, within a 10-minute walk from Victoria and 0.6 mi from Tate Britain.

    THE LOUNCH FACILITY AND ABILITY TO PREPARE YOUR OWN MEAL

  • Holland House (Victoria)
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 296 reviews

    Holland House is a student accommodations 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

  • Sandeman-Allen Hostel (Bayswater)
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 114 reviews

    Featuring a terrace and a shared lounge, Sandeman-Allen Hostel is located in London, a 16-minute walk from Portobello Road Market.

    Great place, clean, friendly staff. Very recommended

  • Belsize House (Belsize Park)
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 114 reviews

    Located in the Camden district of London, Belsize House features rooms with free WiFi.

    basic clean accommodation nice staff great location

  • Bowden Court (Notting Hill)
    Scored 6.6
    6.6
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 320 reviews

    Bowden Court is set in the Kensington and Chelsea district in London, 2297 feet from Portobello Road Market and 1 mi from Olympia Exhibition Center.

    Receptionist was amazing, helpful and kind. Very welcome.

  • Mapesbury Hostel London
    Scored 5.3
    5.3
    Rated fair
    Average
     · 261 reviews

    A 5-minute walk from Kilburn Tube Station, Ma pesbury Hostel London provides well-appointed accommodations with free Wi-Fi and breakfast.

    Freundliche Mitarbeiter, Lage...kommen gerne wieder

  • 24/7 London Hostel
    No credit card needed
    Scored 5.6
    5.6
    Rated okay
    Above average
     · 32 reviews

    Located in London and with Lord's Cricket Ground reachable within 2.4 miles, 24/7 London Hostel has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Blue Poppy
    No credit card needed

    Well set in the Golders Green district of London, Blue Poppy is located 3.2 miles from London Zoo, 3.3 miles from Lord's Cricket Ground and 3.8 miles from Camden Market.

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Hostels that guests love in London

  • Avg. price/night: $285.86
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,153 reviews
    This is a great location, and the hostel doesn't really claim to be more than a cheap place to stay, which it is. There's nothing really special about it as far as hostels go - but it is clean, safe and not too noisy, which is all you really need! I stayed in a ladies only room, and there was a private bathroom and shower attached.
    Matilda
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $71.28
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 3,556 reviews
    A beautiful building, staff very friendly and efficient. Communal Areas - Delightful . Dormitory - standard bunk bed with light , electric points and charging points. Clean . Wonderful Continental Breakfast ( £6.50 charge). I will definitely be back , felt completely safe and in a good residential area. Fantastic Hostel .
    Kay
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $87.56
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,530 reviews
    Great location in a quiet area between Chelsea and fulham. Some of the best staff I have ever encountered in a hostel and the manager Rhys is a top guy. Would definitely recommend. Great budget backpackers hostel!!!!!!!!!!
    Alsadig
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $202.83
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 5,857 reviews
    one of the best hostels I’ve stayed in..friendly staff, feels safe, clean, spacious dorms and great location..
    Sasha
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $167.74
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 7,197 reviews
    By far one of the best hostels in London ! Second stay and will return … even felt safe as a solo female traveler prior Great location, great staff, great price !
    samantha
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $204.71
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,556 reviews
    Great atmosphere; all staff are very friendly, keep the bathrooms and kitchen areas spotless and do their best to accommodate your needs. They also regularly organise evening events at cheap bars/clubs across London, so if you're solo-travelling, you'll have tons of opportunities to meet new people. Definitely, the best hostel I've ever stayed in; would 100% consider staying there the next time I'm in London!
    Jamal
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $87.56
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,530 reviews
    Love everything about this hostel. Great location near Chelsea, but off the beaten path enougb to feal peacrful. real old London pub dow stairs where you can mix with the locals who van be good fun. Great value for money. Rhys is exceptional at his job a a vreat host. made me feel welcome from the beginning. rooms and bathrooms are always clean. Its exactly what a budget hostel should be, clean, friendly, safe, convenient. i will definitely be back
    Bamba
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $167.74
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 7,197 reviews
    Stayed here few times. Good , convenient, great location, cheap, clean, modern, nice breakfast, coffee and bar options, laundry . Yoga classes on Thursdays One of the best hostels
    EvelyneZ
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,625 reviews
    For a budget hostel, it's perfectly serviceable for a cheap stay. Beds are pretty comfortable if not quite long enough (i'm not even 6 ft and my toes were hitting the end board). Wifi worked well, check in was easy and the staff were pleasant and helpful.
    Liam
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,952 reviews
    This is about as cheap as you can stay in central London without going down the backpacker's-hostel-with shared dormitory route. Perfect location opposite King's Cross St Pancras, comfy bed, nice friendly bloke in reception, no complaints at all.
    Peter
    Solo traveler

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