Name: Clink78 Hostel
Address: 78 Kings Cross Road, Islington, London, WC1X 9QG, United Kingdom, 78 Kings Cross Road, Greater London, WC1X 9QG, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $17 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 7.8

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Hostel Clink78 Hostel

78 Kings Cross Road, Islington, London, WC1X 9QG, United Kingdom –

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*8.6* Bloomsbury: only 4 minutes away! (1,050 feet by foot)

Clean bathrooms. Surprisingly comfy mattress. Good wifi

Andressa

Brazil

The location was good. Hostel was very clean. And staff very helpfull. Breakfast also was nice. But it will was not free.

Konul

Azerbaijan

Location was good. 10 minute walk to Kings Cross Station. We went down and played beer pong one of the nights with some staff and other travellers which was fun. Food and drink prices were decent.

Danielle

Canada

The toillets and showers were super clean. Super close to train station

Cinthia

Argentina

The location was a 10 minute walk from King's Cross station and central to many underground lines. The neighborhood was quiet. The staff was helpful and professional.

Leandra

United States of America

Bed itself is good, good bar, good social environment

Israel

The staff was very helpful. Despite the numerous guest they receive, they had good attitudes.

Ron

United States of America

I stayed in a 14 bed dorm room for two nights. The plugs and in-built lights for each bed were really appreciated, as was the decent sized locker per bed (bring your own padlock). Beds are packed pretty close together, but they are separated by a board, so it does feel private enough. The hostel has plenty of toilets and private/ block showers and a kitchen (didn't use this). Good Wi-Fi and very close to King's Cross/ Farringdon, would definitely go back again.

Hidethepainharold

United Kingdom

Friendly staff. Huge bar area where it's easy to meet other travels. Cheapest clean budget option in London. Comfy beds. Clean showers and facilities.

Searchdiver

United States of America

I liked the breakfast option a lot. Me and my friend are vegan and they provided soy milk for us! Check in was easy and staff was friendly and helpful!

Ella

Japan

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“Clean bathrooms. Surprisingly comfy mattress. Good wifi”

Andressa Brazil
“The location was good. Hostel was very clean. And staff very helpfull. Breakfast also was nice. But it will was not free.”

Konul Azerbaijan
“Location was good. 10 minute walk to Kings Cross Station. We went down and played beer pong one of the nights with some staff and other travellers which was fun. Food and drink prices were decent.”

Danielle Canada
“The toillets and showers were super clean. Super close to train station”

Cinthia Argentina
“The location was a 10 minute walk from King's Cross station and central to many underground lines. The neighborhood was quiet. The staff was helpful and professional.”

Leandra United States of America
“Bed itself is good, good bar, good social environment”

Ea Israel
“The staff was very helpful. Despite the numerous guest they receive, they had good attitudes.”

Ron United States of America
“I stayed in a 14 bed dorm room for two nights. The plugs and in-built lights for each bed were really appreciated, as was the decent sized locker per bed (bring your own padlock).”

Hidethepainharold United Kingdom
“Friendly staff. Huge bar area where it's easy to meet other travels. Cheapest clean budget option in London. Comfy beds. Clean showers and facilities.”

Searchdiver United States of America
“I liked the breakfast option a lot. Me and my friend are vegan and they provided soy milk for us! Check in was easy and staff was friendly and helpful!”

Ella Japan

Stay in the Heart of London –

Clink78 is centrally located just 10 minutes' walk from King's Cross Tube Station and St Pancras International Station. This lively hostel offers free WiFi throughout the building, plus a free London walking tour leaves daily from reception.

The hostel is a former Victorian courthouse that has been updated with bold and colorful interior design. Guests can make use of a modern self-catering kitchen. Original courtrooms have been converted into a TV/film lounge and a computer room. ClashBAR, located in the basement, features DJ nights, live music, a pool table and table football, giving guests the opportunity to meet fellow travelers.

Reception is open 24 hours a day and guests can access the building and their room using a personal key card. Staff are multi-lingual and knowledgeable about hostel happenings and city hot-spots.

Clink78 Hostel has shared and female-only dormitory-style accommodations and private rooms. Both shared and private bathrooms are available. All bunk beds have individual reading lights and small lockers for valuables. Towels are included in private rooms and available to others for a small fee.

The British Museum is a 20-minute walk, and the fashionable Islington district is a 15-minute walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

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An Inside Look at Clink78 Hostel

Clink78 is a fun, friendly and stylish London hostel with great facilities, set in a beautiful 200 year-old courthouse building which mixes bold interior design and elegant Victorian architecture. Clink isn't a big party hostel but it is a great place to socialise and meet other travellers. With space for over 500 guests and an on-site basement bar, there's usually a lively atmosphere!

Area Info

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Closest Landmarks *

Bloomsbury
0.2 miles
Sadlers Wells
0.3 miles
King's Cross St Pancras Tube Station
0.4 miles
Exmouth Market
0.4 miles
Sadler's Wells Theatre
0.4 miles
London Canal Museum
0.4 miles
British Library
0.4 miles
Kings Cross Station
0.4 miles
St Pancras Train Station
0.4 miles
The Brunswick
0.5 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Co-op Supermarket
0 miles

Closest Airports *

London City Airport
7.3 miles
London Heathrow Airport
15 miles
London Gatwick Airport
25.7 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“The proximity to the public transport and the energy od the staff and visitors.”

Rebeka

Slovenia

8.0

“Provided Services and position”

Domizia

Italy

9.5

“Great location. It only takes less than 10 minutes to walk to the King’s Cross station. Also, the British Museum is a 20-minute journey. Regent Street, Westmins...”

Chih

Taiwan

8.3

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2:30 PM - 12:00 AM

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4:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Children not allowed.

This property doesn't offer cribs.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking for more than 15 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Clink78 Hostel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Bookings cannot be accepted from any person under 18 years of age unless they are accompanied by an adult, aged 18 years or over. Guests who wish to bring children under 16 years of age must book a whole dorm or a private room. Guests aged 16 or 17 years can be booked into one of dorm rooms, but must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over.

The total price of your reservation may be charged in full on your credit card by Bed Reservations Ltd any time after booking.

Stag and hen parties are strictly not accepted. Clink78 reserves the right to deny entry to anyone who has booked online as part of such a group.

Check-in is from 14:30 - 04:00. A luggage room is available for guest use if they arrive earlier.

The hotel requires either a passport, driver's license, or a government-issued identity card as a form of ID upon check-in.

GROUP RESERVATIONS (15 people or more)
Please note that bookings that sums up 15 or more people for the same period, or with the same name, will be considered as a group reservation. Different policies will apply for those reservations.
Guests must contact the property directly after the booking is made.

The self-catering kitchens are open from 12:30 until 00:00. The kitchen is used to serve breakfast in the mornings, so it cannot be used for other cooking during this time.

“Location was good. 10 minute walk to Kings Cross Station. We went down and played beer pong one of the nights with some staff and other travellers which was fun. Food and drink prices were decent.”

“The location was a 10 minute walk from King's Cross station and central to many underground lines. The neighborhood was quiet. The staff was helpful and professional.”

“I stayed in a 14 bed dorm room for two nights. The plugs and in-built lights for each bed were really appreciated, as was the decent sized locker per bed (bring your own padlock). Beds are packed pretty close together, but they are separated by a board, so it does feel private enough. The hostel has plenty of toilets and private/ block showers and a kitchen (didn't use this). Good Wi-Fi and very close to King's Cross/ Farringdon, would definitely go back again.”

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Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Iulian
United Kingdom

24 helpful votes
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Efficient staff. Late checkin accommodated. Great private showers and toilets. Comfortable and clean beds.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Muhammad
Netherlands
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
Staff was really good, especially the guy at front desk named Stephen was very helpful.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 13, 2019

Rachael
United Kingdom
8.8

“Good location, good facilities and slightly quirky!”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
I wasn't there long enough to really discover anything I didnt like - there were only three toilets in the girls dorm area which I found a bit disappointing but only because usually, when ive stayed in hostels, there's a few more. There went any issues though!
The separation between the beds made the 12 bed does I stayed seem a lot more private! Everyone staying there was considerate of everyone else and the staff made sure that only people who were staying were allowed in. I entered with my pass with another lass and they asked to see her key to make sure she was actually a guest. Women's dorms were altogether. I also liked the location and the feel for the place, although I didnt visit the bar - stayed only a night and was too tired to head down!

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 12, 2019

Anonymous
Sri Lanka
6.7

Pleasant
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
toilets were old and dirty. interms of toilet bowl not scrubbed, wet towel on the floor was not changed. rooms didn’t have enough lights. coffee dispenser was old and a rip off. when i got a milk tea from the coffee machine i just got milk and water. not worth for the money at all. would havr been worth if it was cheaper cz the beds are great , duvets are great. good to sleep in but not other things

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 12, 2019

Chicka
United States of America
4.6

Disappointing
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The most average of average. Not a thing special.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Karen
United Kingdom
9.2

“Overall a great time had.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The entrance steps were steep and had no hand rail, which made it very difficult as I have a prosthetic leg. I felt unsafe going up and down these steps. This should be noted on their site. Mattresses become uncomfortable as the night wore on, restless night.
Staff super friendly. Showers, plenty of hot water and powerful. Good vibe.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
10

“Very good value, practical accommodation for travellers on a budget.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great place to stay over. Offers an original concept for sleeping quarters in dorms: good sized individual bed areas placed in a row on two levels - ground and upper level - these two rows of sleeping cocoon like 'slots' - each bed area provides good privacy, ample space and good comfort with own socket and light for reading. Excellent value within easy walking distance of Kings Cross and St Pancras. Nice clean bedlinen provided on arrival, you make your own bed and strip it on departure placing in laundry basket provided. A practical good value accommodation, recommend this hostel for travellers to London.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Anton
United Kingdom
2.5

“Most disappointing ever in my entire life ! ! !”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
I've been racially discriminated again and I even had to call the police! This place is upholding terrible policies and a openly anti-semitic. I hate this place and would never ever ever recommend it to anyone ! They were truly horrible to me !
Nothing

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Anuj
India
3.8

“Dirty hostel, no focus on cleanliness. lot of suffocation. small, rooms stinking & over crowded”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
focus on cleanliness, & do something to avoid suffocation. No exhaust , rooms were stinking badly. Rooms were very dirty and messy. Other hostels at good location with same price are far better.
location was OK

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Onur
Turkey
2.9

“rooms are bed, below toilets are broken”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 5 nights
some rooms are below ground floor. common room ıs not good. kıtchen and common room are not seperated
Breakfast is not good only one type of cheese avaliable

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Penny
United Kingdom
6.3

“it was only for 1 night”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
bed wasnt made up and i got bitten by bed bugs
staff were freindly and helpful

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 10, 2019

Erika
Pakistan

1 helpful vote
8.8

Excellent
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 8 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Snorring persons, however, there was a respectful interaction in the room and in general.
Great location, walking distance to major place e.g. Travalgar Square, etc.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 9, 2019

Tomáš
Czech Republic
5.0

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 4 nights
pay for towel and for lock for locker

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 9, 2019

Daya
Israel

1 helpful vote
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 11 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There wasn't any vegan options for breakfast.
The hot water in the shower, the toilet paper and the fact that we could cook.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 8, 2019

Alexandria
United States of America
8.0

“Reliably good option, I'm a happy return”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
In an ideal world, I'd love a chair or small table in the room, but the common space is good, anyhow, so no big deal.
I've stayed there before, and was happy to come back. Previously I'd stayed in a girl's only dorm, this time I ended up in a mixed gender one, which in practice meant I was the only woman, but had no issues. Common space in the hostel is great, including kitchen facilities (though people did have to sort of collaborate on figuring out the microwave and stove for the first time). Lockers and beds are pretty standard and reasonable in the rooms, shower this time was better than last time I was at the hostel - reasonable setup, normal water pressure, unlike last time. Staff are always great, location is convenient, with nearby shops, restaurants, small grocery store, etc, and an easy walk to the train station.

Stayed in September 2019

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