Name: The Walrus Bar and Hostel
Address: 172 Westminster Bridge Road, Lambeth, London, SE1 7RW, United Kingdom, 172 Westminster Bridge Road, Greater London, SE1 7RW, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $19 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.3

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Hostel The Walrus Bar and Hostel

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in tourist attractions, city walks and walking – Check location 172 Westminster Bridge Road, Lambeth, London, SE1 7RW, United Kingdom – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in tourist attractions, city walks and walking – Check location Excellent location – show map – Subway Access

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*8.4* London Eye: only 6 minutes away! (1,600 feet by foot)

*8.3* London Dungeon: only 5 minutes away! (1,350 feet by foot)

Waterloo Station: only 6 minutes away! (1,400 feet by foot)

Lambeth North Tube Station: only 3 minutes away! (650 feet by foot)

Waterloo Tube Station: only 5 minutes away! (1,200 feet by foot)

*8.5* London Aquarium: only 5 minutes away! (1,200 feet by foot)

*8.6* London County Hall: only 1 minute away! (40 feet by foot)

*8.5* The Old Vic: only 6 minutes away! (1,400 feet by foot)

Lock in a great price for The Walrus Bar and Hostel – rated 8.3 by recent guests!

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It was so clean and cozy. (When I went up to drop my luggage before check-in, a staff was changing the bed clothing.) And the location is fantastic.

Eunji

France

Deb, Deb, Deb!!!! She was the most wonderful employee I’ve met. I’ve stayed at 100’s of hostel across the globe but this one is up there and it’s all because of her. Great location and comfortable beds :) Also, was an NFL game in London and was very easy to get to Wembley field from the hostel.

Joshua

United States of America

Staff is wonderful: they couldn't be more helpful and attentive. Bar has a good atmosphere. Location is awesome: in front of a public bicycle station, in front of a grocery store, besides more than one underground/tube stations, walking distance from: Imperial War Museum, Big Ben, London Eye (visible from my room's window :) and lots of food options, plus several alternate spots that I loved to visit when exploring the area around the hostel (southeast of the river).

Carlosaranha

Brazil

Even though I didn't know it until I checked in, the hostel allows you to use their towels, and the shower booths give you some privacy. Storing your belongings isn't complicated. They have lockers for those who bring their own padlocks. You can also leave your luggage in their larger storing area for free. Just follow the instructions on the wall. And I guess the best thing is the location. Only a few meters from Lambeth North underground station (and you do hear the train pass, but not too loud) and 10 minutes from Victoria Tower.

Jluizmail

Brazil

The location is excellent, in the heart of London. Accesible to major attractions and subway/metro/tube whatever you may call it. The staff is fantastic! Alex checked me in and was very attentive to anything I or any guest would need, always doing as much as possible to help anyone. The breakfast is simply but sufficient. They also include soy or almond milk as a choice for breakfast which was a huge plus. I contacted them before my arrival and they were very compliant to my wishes. I would definitely be back!

Melina

Mexico

The location of the hostel is great. Close to two underground lines of different routes which could take you anywhere in the city. The bus stop is right outside. Great atmosphere at the pub at the reception. At the price point with free breakfast(sumptuous), it was a very good deal.

Nimit

India

I enjoyed the atmosphere and location of the hostel. The bar in the ground floor was great and the staff were awesome. Shout out to Alex for being so cool. They offer breakfast and I enjoyed it. The neighborhood is cool and you're near a major train line. I would stay here again the next time I visit London.

Revlee

United States of America

Location was unbeatable, making save money and time

Nicolas

Uruguay

Warm atmosphere, very helpful staff, cozy bar downstairs. Everything was great

Anna

Israel

Location and eclectic. Easy getting to all sites and great transportation access.

Michael

United States of America

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9.2

Excellent location!

What guests loved the most:
“It was so clean and cozy. (When I went up to drop my luggage before check-in, a staff was changing the bed clothing.) And the location is fantastic.”

Eunji France
“Deb, Deb, Deb!!!! She was the most wonderful employee I’ve met. I’ve stayed at 100’s of hostel across the globe but this one is up there and it’s all because of her.”

Joshua United States of America
“Staff is wonderful: they couldn't be more helpful and attentive. Bar has a good atmosphere.”

Carlosaranha Brazil
“Even though I didn't know it until I checked in, the hostel allows you to use their towels, and the shower booths give you some privacy. Storing your belongings isn't complicated.”

Jluizmail Brazil
“The location is excellent, in the heart of London. Accesible to major attractions and subway/metro/tube whatever you may call it. The staff is fantastic!”

Melina Mexico
“The location of the hostel is great. Close to two underground lines of different routes which could take you anywhere in the city. The bus stop is right outside.”

Nimit India
“I enjoyed the atmosphere and location of the hostel. The bar in the ground floor was great and the staff were awesome. Shout out to Alex for being so cool. They offer breakfast and I enjoyed it.”

Revlee United States of America
“Location was unbeatable, making save money and time”

Nicolas Uruguay
“Warm atmosphere, very helpful staff, cozy bar downstairs. Everything was great”

Anna Israel
“Location and eclectic. Easy getting to all sites and great transportation access.”

Michael United States of America

Stay in the Heart of London – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in tourist attractions, city walks and walking – Check location Excellent location – show map

The Walrus Bar and Hostel offers accommodations in London. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

There is a shared kitchen, luggage storage, lockers and safety deposit box available.

London Eye is 1,300 feet from The Walrus Bar and Hostel, while Big Ben is 2,300 feet from the property. London City Airport is 6.8 mi away.

Lambeth is a great choice for travelers interested in tourist attractions, city walks and walking.

This is our guests' favorite part of London, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Continental, Vegetarian

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Area Info

– Excellent location – show map

Closest Landmarks *

London County Hall
0 miles
Lambeth North Tube Station
0.1 miles
St Thomas' Hospital
0.2 miles
Waterloo Tube Station
0.2 miles
London Aquarium
0.2 miles
Shrek's Adventure
0.2 miles
London Dungeon
0.3 miles
Waterloo Station
0.3 miles
The Old Vic
0.3 miles
London Eye
0.3 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

CO-OP supermarket Supermarket
0 miles
Lower Marsh Market Market
0 miles
four-corners-cafe.com Cafe/Bar
0 miles
The Horse and Stables Restaurant
0.1 miles

Closest Airports *

London City Airport
7.1 miles
London Heathrow Airport
14.7 miles
London Gatwick Airport
23.7 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Location is great. Very central.”

Dimitar

Bulgaria

8.7

“Great location Friendly staff I booked and arrived about 10.30pm no problems”

Luke

United Kingdom

“Location was perfect for central london”

Nvn

India

7.5

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Check-in

2:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children not allowed.

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print

Kindly note that guests must be aged 18 years or older to be accommodated in a dormitory.
Any guest aged 17 years or younger may stay in a private room if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

When booking for 6 people or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply:
A nonrefundable deposit of the first night's stay will be charged.
The total price of the reservation will be charged within 2 weeks of arrival date.
Being in the same dormitory or room is subject to availability and by prior arrangement.
Please inform the property if you will be arriving by coach so they can advise on where to stop and park.

“Deb, Deb, Deb!!!! She was the most wonderful employee I’ve met. I’ve stayed at 100’s of hostel across the globe but this one is up there and it’s all because of her. Great location and comfortable beds :) Also, was an NFL game in London and was very easy to get to Wembley field from the hostel. ”

“Staff is wonderful: they couldn't be more helpful and attentive. Bar has a good atmosphere. Location is awesome: in front of a public bicycle station, in front of a grocery store, besides more than one underground/tube stations, walking distance from: Imperial War Museum, Big Ben, London Eye (visible from my room's window :) and lots of food options, plus several alternate spots that I loved to visit when exploring the area around the hostel (southeast of the river).”

“Even though I didn't know it until I checked in, the hostel allows you to use their towels, and the shower booths give you some privacy. Storing your belongings isn't complicated. They have lockers for those who bring their own padlocks. You can also leave your luggage in their larger storing area for free. Just follow the instructions on the wall. And I guess the best thing is the location. Only a few meters from Lambeth North underground station (and you do hear the train pass, but not too loud) and 10 minutes from Victoria Tower.”

“The location is excellent, in the heart of London. Accesible to major attractions and subway/metro/tube whatever you may call it. The staff is fantastic! Alex checked me in and was very attentive to anything I or any guest would need, always doing as much as possible to help anyone. The breakfast is simply but sufficient. They also include soy or almond milk as a choice for breakfast which was a huge plus. I contacted them before my arrival and they were very compliant to my wishes. I would definitely be back!”

“The location of the hostel is great. Close to two underground lines of different routes which could take you anywhere in the city. The bus stop is right outside. Great atmosphere at the pub at the reception. At the price point with free breakfast(sumptuous), it was a very good deal.”

“I enjoyed the atmosphere and location of the hostel. The bar in the ground floor was great and the staff were awesome. Shout out to Alex for being so cool. They offer breakfast and I enjoyed it. The neighborhood is cool and you're near a major train line. I would stay here again the next time I visit London.”

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Reviewed: November 18, 2019

Bailey
United States of America
7.0

“Good value for what you are paying. Nice staff, clean rooms and bathrooms.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 3 nights
If you are dropping off bags in the morning before the bar/check-in area is open(9:45am) you can not access the building! The doors are locked and there is a sign to tell you to knock, but no one answered. And of course they have a number to call, but if you do not have international plan you can not call.
Loaction is prime, you are close to 2 main tube stations. Breakfast is fast and easy, staff is willing to help with whatever you need. Loved that they have the option of locking away more valuable items in a safe.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 18, 2019

Dimitar
Bulgaria

11 helpful votes
8.8

“Great location ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Travelers with friends
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location is great. Very central.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 14, 2019

Luke
United Kingdom
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I can’t find any faults....taking into consideration the price i would say my stay was AMAZING
Great location Friendly staff I booked and arrived about 10.30pm no problems

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 14, 2019

Nvn
India
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Too many steps to climb
Location was perfect for central london

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 14, 2019

Ryan
United Kingdom
5.4

Fair
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Hard to sleep with the bed bugs and the bright light that came on and shined on my bed every time anyone opened the door.
Good location for travel links

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 13, 2019

Katja
Germany
9.0

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
Beds weren't the most comfortable but fine for a short stay.
Cosy Hostel and Pub, staff was super friendly and even provided special gluten free breakfast for my Celiac friend. Great location too. Be prepared to walk a lot of stairs.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 12, 2019

Rahat
United Kingdom

2 helpful votes
6.3

Pleasant
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
No common room, no separate study room.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 12, 2019

Ashish
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Shared washroom among all rooms in floor but that’s all u get at this price
Location was execellent next to bus stops trains

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 12, 2019

Martina
Argentina
8.0

“Very cool!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The pillow was very uncomfortable and they don’t provide towels...the train is right next to every window
I am celiac and they bought a gluten free breakfast for me which was very nice btw.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 10, 2019

Aurelija
United Kingdom
7.1

“1 night stay”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I needed to ask for towel it hasn’t been given when I checked in, no mirrors in the room or all bathrooms. You needed to go throw all floors to find it. Not enough sockets for chargers. Some lockers has been locked up, but actually nobody use it.
Clean bedding

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 7, 2019

Eunji
France
10

“Super!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Electric outlets were only near the wall. So I couldn’t charge my batteries when I sleep.
It was so clean and cozy. (When I went up to drop my luggage before check-in, a staff was changing the bed clothing.) And the location is fantastic.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 7, 2019

Anonymous
Canada
7.1

“Decent stay”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
During our visit they were painting the walls which I understand is necessary for keeping your place looking clean and up to standards. However the staircases are pretty thin and at one point I turned around the corner out of my room and my black jacket blew out and got stuck to the wall. There was no wet paint signs in that area and now I have a decent amount of white paint on my jacket. They also seemed to paint the door frames so they were sticky. The paint smell was also very strong. I understand it has to be done but there has to be a better time to do it than in the middle of the day when people are coming and going!
We were lucky enough to have no one else in our room for 2/3 nights. The hostel offers a lot that other hostels generally make you pay for. The beds were pretty comfortable and the location was great. The sound wasn’t that bad from the train station

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 7, 2019

Anonymous
Russia

2 helpful votes
1.0

“It was awful night... The hostel is located in 3m from railway... Noise is unbelievable... If you wa”
- • Business trip
- • Group
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Noise

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 2, 2019

Joshua
United States of America

7 helpful votes
9.2

Awesome
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
.........
Deb, Deb, Deb!!!! She was the most wonderful employee I’ve met. I’ve stayed at 100’s of hostel across the globe but this one is up there and it’s all because of her. Great location and comfortable beds :) Also, was an NFL game in London and was very easy to get to Wembley field from the hostel.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: November 1, 2019

1980_chris
United Kingdom
9.2

“Good value, basic but everything you need.”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Showers are not height adjustable. Kitchen is locked 2300-0800.
Lockers a good size. Padlocks and towels available to use.

Stayed in October 2019

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