Name: Wombat's CITY Hostel - London
Address: 7 Dock Street, Tower Hamlets, London, E1 8LL, United Kingdom, 7 Dock Street, Greater London, E1 8LL, UK
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $25 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.6

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Hostel Wombat's CITY Hostel - London

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in riverside walks, bars and pubs – Check location 7 Dock Street, Tower Hamlets, London, E1 8LL, United Kingdom – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in riverside walks, bars and pubs – Check location

Tower Gateway: only 6 minutes away! (1,500 feet by foot)

*8.2* The Medieval Banquet: only 5 minutes away! (1,300 feet by foot)

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Excellent location, nearby to many tourist places and several tube station. Easy to move through London. Also the pub have a very good atmosphere.

Juan, Colombia

Great location,Wonderful and helpful folks at reception along with clean rooms and comfy beds!The bar is also very lively and it was a really nice experience to stay at Wombat's London!

Ashish, India

The facilities are great. I like the use of the keycards, it made me feel a bit safe. The kitchen was also really nice- basic necessities were all there. There's a Sainsbury's local about 5 mins walk from the hostel, so that was good too. The staff is nice and helpful as well. The bathroom & toilet were always clean. And most importantly, I really loved the shower in my room (stayed in a room for 6)! The pressure, the right mix of hot & cold, lol... I mean, knowing you'll have a nice shower is always a plus.

Oluwatosin, Ukraine

Quite nice and worm place in cold and costly London.

Kunjan, India

Very very clean, safe neighbourhood, helpful staff, nice social areas I know it seems a bit pricey but honestly I’m so glad I went with this one instead of the cheaper ones elsewhere in the city. You definitely get what you pay for and I would totally stay here again.

Lena, United States of America

I like that everything was user friendly. I felt safe and liked that we had our own private lockers.

Joanna, United States of America

Kitchen, especially the kitchen staffs who always make it tidy. I want to give them some tips!

Taehoon, Netherlands

The rooms were super clean and the beds were very comfortable. There’s a totally equipped kitchen and fridges where you can store your food. The bar is very nice. Location is great, only minutes away from a couple of tube and train stations. I’d totally recommend this hostel to anyone visiting London, not only solo travelers.

Yasmin_am, Argentina

Good place to stay, nearby in a walking distance to a cluster of the sightseeings, like tower hill, tower bridge and london bridge and the sky garden. Friendly staff, clean place, safe and secure.

Wael, Oman

The location is good. 8 mins from aldgate east station and 20mins from tower bridge (walking). The room is clean.

Albert, Malaysia

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“Excellent location, nearby to many tourist places and several tube station. Easy to move through London. Also the pub have a very good atmosphere.”

Juan Colombia
“Great location,Wonderful and helpful folks at reception along with clean rooms and comfy beds!The bar is also very lively and it was a really nice experience to stay at Wombat's London!”

Ashish India
“The facilities are great. I like the use of the keycards, it made me feel a bit safe. The kitchen was also really nice- basic necessities were all there. ”

Oluwatosin Ukraine
“Quite nice and worm place in cold and costly London.”

Kunjan India
“Very very clean, safe neighbourhood, helpful staff, nice social areas I know it seems a bit pricey but honestly I’m so glad I went with this one instead of the cheaper ones elsewhere in the city. ”

Lena United States of America
“I like that everything was user friendly. I felt safe and liked that we had our own private lockers.”

Joanna United States of America
“Kitchen, especially the kitchen staffs who always make it tidy. I want to give them some tips!”

Taehoon Netherlands
“The rooms were super clean and the beds were very comfortable. There’s a totally equipped kitchen and fridges where you can store your food. The bar is very nice. ”

Yasmin_am Argentina
“Good place to stay, nearby in a walking distance to a cluster of the sightseeings, like tower hill, tower bridge and london bridge and the sky garden. Friendly staff, clean place, safe and secure.”

Wael Oman
“The location is good. 8 mins from aldgate east station and 20mins from tower bridge (walking). The room is clean.”

Albert Malaysia

One of our best sellers in London! In central London, Wombats City Hostel London features accommodations with free Wi-Fi access throughout the property as well as a terrace, a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

Wombats City Hostel London provides basic accommodations with private or shared bathroom facilities with a shower.

Vending machines are available in the property and there is a wide array of cafes, bars, restaurants and supermarkets in the immediate area of the hostel.

The hostel is less than half a mile from Aldgate East and Tower Hill, and just under half a mile from Tower Bridge. London Heathrow Airport is 17 miles away.

Tower Hamlets is a great choice for travelers interested in riverside walks, bars and pubs.

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

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

This property is also rated for the best value in London! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city.

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Continental, Buffet

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Area Info – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in riverside walks, bars and pubs – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Closest Landmarks

Wilton's Music Hall
0.1 miles
The Medieval Banquet
0.2 miles
Tower Gateway
0.3 miles
Tower Hill Tube Station
0.3 miles
Aldgate East Tube Station
0.4 miles
Tower of London
0.4 miles
Aldgate Tube Station
0.4 miles
Tower Bridge
0.5 miles
Fenchurch Street Train Station
0.5 miles
Petticoat Lane Market
0.5 miles

Restaurants & Markets

Brick Lane Market Market
1 miles
Mapa Cafe Restaurant
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Simmons Bar Cafe/Bar
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Sainsbury's Supermarket
0.1 miles

Closest Airports

London City Airport
5.1 miles
London Heathrow Airport
16.7 miles
London Gatwick Airport
24.7 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“good location n cheaper than the other hostel.”

Ying

China

9.1

“Clean and tidy. Great location. Felt secure.”

Emcom

Ireland

9.1

“Friendly environment, clean and tidy! The location is good as well!”

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Bulgaria

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Until 10:00 AM

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Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

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The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Pets are not allowed.

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“Great location,Wonderful and helpful folks at reception along with clean rooms and comfy beds!The bar is also very lively and it was a really nice experience to stay at Wombat's London!”

Ashish

India

“The facilities are great. I like the use of the keycards, it made me feel a bit safe. The kitchen was also really nice- basic necessities were all there. There's a Sainsbury's local about 5 mins walk from the hostel, so that was good too. The staff is nice and helpful as well. The bathroom & toilet were always clean. And most importantly, I really loved the shower in my room (stayed in a room for 6)! The pressure, the right mix of hot & cold, lol... I mean, knowing you'll have a nice shower is always a plus. ”

Oluwatosin

Ukraine

“Very very clean, safe neighbourhood, helpful staff, nice social areas I know it seems a bit pricey but honestly I’m so glad I went with this one instead of the cheaper ones elsewhere in the city. You definitely get what you pay for and I would totally stay here again. ”

Lena

United States of America

“The rooms were super clean and the beds were very comfortable. There’s a totally equipped kitchen and fridges where you can store your food. The bar is very nice. Location is great, only minutes away from a couple of tube and train stations. I’d totally recommend this hostel to anyone visiting London, not only solo travelers. ”

Yasmin_am

Argentina

“Good place to stay, nearby in a walking distance to a cluster of the sightseeings, like tower hill, tower bridge and london bridge and the sky garden. Friendly staff, clean place, safe and secure.”

Wael

Oman

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Reviewed: April 25, 2019

Mira
United Kingdom
10

“Brilliant would recommend”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
There were students being really loud upstairs that everyone could hear but that wasn’t anyone’s fault but there’s
The staff were really friendly and the whole system was easy and stress free

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 23, 2019

Anonymous
United Kingdom
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The staff were amazing!

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 22, 2019

Juan
Colombia
Age group: 25 – 34
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
I had a neighbor snorer, but it's not the staff's fault ;)
Excellent location, nearby to many tourist places and several tube station. Easy to move through London. Also the pub have a very good atmosphere.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 22, 2019

Claudia
United Kingdom
8.3

Very Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Amazing place, definitely I will come back!!!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 21, 2019

Anonymous
Japan

1 helpful vote
3.3

“Not again”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
So many bad news. First the shower did not work. If I couldn't use shower, I'd rather changed accommodation. However, they said no whole/partial refunding is available. The worst was the shower was out for 3days, If I tried it's only cold water. Second, the kitchen at the bar was insanely dirty. Many small fruits bugs. Made me feel nothing I should eat from here. Finally, the place is not really a good location. I'd recommend else with cheaper, cozier, and friendlier hostel around queens bay.
hmmmmmm I don't know. Oh maybe they could let us use the electric plague for PC with ID as deposit.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: April 19, 2019

Ashish
India
8.3

“Fabulous Stay! Highly recommended. This place is so lively and at a great location!”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Great location,Wonderful and helpful folks at reception along with clean rooms and comfy beds!The bar is also very lively and it was a really nice experience to stay at Wombat's London!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 18, 2019

Icl
United Kingdom

1 helpful vote
5.4

“no recommend to someone who need quiet place”
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The building is close to tube railway, and tube runs from around 6am in the early morning, when the tube pass, you can feel the whole building is a little bit shaking every 5 mins. I slept at 6 floor and 6 bed female room is just near main street, and probably it's because the window is not double glass, so I can easily hear so much noisy in the night, like passing car, shouting people.
location

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 18, 2019

Anonymous
Canada
Age group: 25 – 34
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Easy last-minute booking. Great location, helpful staff, sleek amenities. Was a pleasure to stay at The Wombat whilst exploring Shoreditch and surrounding London.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 18, 2019

Beth
United Kingdom
8.8

“Enjoyable visit, would stay again if I had to travel to London for another short break.”
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
My only real complaint is that the beds in my dorm were incredibly squeaky, which kept me awake somewhat.
The room was warm, the place felt very secure, and it had all the basic facilities I needed.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 17, 2019

Ying
China
9.2

“nice”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room with Bathroom
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It needs 5 pounds if u check out after 10.am.
good location n cheaper than the other hostel.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 16, 2019

Anonymous
India
6.3

Pleasant
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
I'm not sure if it's London, but the staff members are very curt. I've traveled to so many hostels and it is simply rude to be, well, rude to your customers. Food and drinks at the WomBar are as expensive as outside.
Good heating, clean bathrooms, spacious rooms, good lockers.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 15, 2019

Anonymous
France
5.8

Okay
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Sharing room with other people. It was too noisy, I didn’t have a good sleep. I was exhausted when I woke up in the morning
Clean bathroom

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 14, 2019

Dobrosława
Poland
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The hostel was really nice and staff extra friendly and helpful. Everything was well organized and the location was great!

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 13, 2019

Fraeya
Germany
9.6

“Amazing”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Didn't read my email properly. Code for WiFi not easily available
Incredibly comfy. Like a hotel for the quality of facilities. Shelf and a light and a charging point by your bed. Amazing atmosphere for breakfast

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 13, 2019

Tessa
Singapore
Age group: 45 – 54
4.6

“Breakfast was fabulous value for money!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Pillow was not puffy enough. Location was a tad far from Tower Hill Station.
There was free welcome drink and free pasta for dinner, but I had plans already. Buffet breakfast was v good with wide variety. Bathroom was clean and v spacious compared to many hostels! Luggage storage was also free for early check-out.

Stayed in April 2019

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Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom This room includes an private bathroom with a shower. Room Facilities: • Shower • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Heating • Hardwood or parquet floors • Wardrobe or closet • Linens • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: No parking available. Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
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