Name: Wombats 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 £18 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.5

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Hostel Wombats Hostel London

7 Dock Street, Tower Hamlets, London, E1 8LL, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

Located in central London, Wombats Hostel London offers accommodation with free WiFi access throughout and features a terrace, a bar and a 24-hour front desk.

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

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

The hostel is 650 yards from Aldgate East and Tower Hill, and 750 yards from Tower Bridge. London Heathrow Airport is 16.8 miles away.

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

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

We speak your language!

Wombats Hostel London has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 7 Oct 2014.
Hotel chain/brand: Wombats City Hostel

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Free WiFi

Non-smoking rooms

Facilities for disabled guests

24-hour front desk

Terrace

Lift

Bar

Good for couples - they rate the facilities 8.3 for two-person stays.

ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM machine on site.

Situated in the best rated area in London, this property has an excellent location score of 8.5

Sleeps	Room type
Max adults: 1	Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
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Max adults: 2	Double Room with Bathroom 1 double bed
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Max adults: 1	Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
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Max adults: 1	Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
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Max adults: 1	Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
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Max adults: 1	Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
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Max adults: 2	Twin Room with Private Bathroom 2 single beds
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Max adults: 4	4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 4 bunk beds
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Max adults: 6	6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 6 bunk beds
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Max adults: 8	8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 8 bunk beds
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About Wombats Hostel London

Welcoming Booking.com guests since 7 Oct 2014

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Any luggage storage service?

Hello, we offer luggage storage for free :)

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do you have a microvave for guests to use?

Yes, we do have a fully equipped kitchen for our guests :)

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Do you offer luggage storage?

We do offer luggage storage for no extra cost!

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Do you have luggage storage facility ? I have one big and one carryon

Hello there, yes, we do have luggage storage. You can use it for free before you check in and after you check out

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Asked about: Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Hello, do you have a safe place, to park bikes?

Hello, yes we sure do, we have a room only reception can open and an outdoor area dedicated to bike lockup. Kind Regards Wombats

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Hi, we are 8 friends looking to book a private room with a private bathroom is this possible please ?

Hello, we have 8 Bed Dorms, so you can book the whole dorm if you want to. All of our rooms have a private bathroom in the room.

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Can I use my own sleeping bag?

We have really comfortable beds, mattresses and linen included in your booking with us, so we encourage you to make use of our facilities and refrain from using sleeping bags. Hope this helps:)

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Is there a certain time which I’m not allowed back in the building? Eg if I came back at 4am would I be able to access my bed?

Hello there, We are open 24/7. You can have access to your room any time you want. :)

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Asked about: Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
I don't quite understand, can 4 people or 8 sleep in this room? Because on a bunk bed can sleep 2 people (up and down)

Hello, 4 people can sleep in a 4-Bed Mixed Dorm. The room will have 2 bunk beds.

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Asked about: 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
do you have air-condition in the bedrooms?

No, but we do rent fans. Please ask reception when you check in :)

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Are towels provided for dormitory?

Yes, you just ask at the reception for a towel when you arrive :)

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Asked about: Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Do you have planned events or activities?

Yes, we do have different events every week, like karaoke, live music, yoga sessions etc. We also have a free walking tour starting at 9:30 from our hostel.

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Do you provide hair dryer?

Hello, we do have hairdryers at the reception. You can use it at the reception for free or you can use it in your room for £5 as a deposit. When you bring the hairdryer back you take back the £5.

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Hi, if I book the 8 person dorm for 8 people, will we be guaranteed to stay together?

Hello there, yes, you will all be staying in the same room :)

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What’s the last check in time, please?

Hey, Our check in time starts at 2PM, but our reception is open 24/7 :)

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Do you need photo id when you arrive or if you do it on booking is bank card enough as i have lost my passport and waiting on a new one arriving in the post also dont drive thanks

You will need a valid Government ID for check in. No ID no Check in. If not, you will have to show us atleast 3 bank cards in the same name.

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Are sheets and towels included?

Sheets and towels are provided for free.

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Hi guys! So, I carry a cabin suitcase and a medium size one, is there any space to keep my luggage secured?

Hi there, Every bed comes with a locker in your room (in size 36x45x85 cm), opening with an electronic key card. If you still needed space for your luggage, you are welcome to use our luggage room during your stay. Best, WomCrew

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How much does it cost to rent a lock?

We dont rent locks but your bed comes with a locker and your room is programmed to access the lockers so no need for a lock.

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Can I get a fan to the room?

Yes, you can get a fan to your room. We ask for £5 deposit in cash and when you bring the fan back, you get your £5 back.

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Asked about: Double Room with Bathroom

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What's nearby

Wilton's Music Hall

0.1 miles
The Medieval Banquet

0.2 miles
Tower of London

0.4 miles
Tower Bridge

0.5 miles
Petticoat Lane Market

0.5 miles

Restaurants & cafes

Restaurant Mapa Cafe

0 miles
Cafe/bar Simmons Bar

0 miles

Top attractions

Sky Garden

0.7 miles
Liverpool Street Underground Station

0.8 miles
London Eye

2.3 miles
Big Ben

2.5 miles
Houses of Parliament

2.5 miles
Trafalgar Square

2.6 miles
Piccadilly Circus

2.9 miles
O2 Arena

3.1 miles
Buckingham Palace

3.2 miles
Wembley Stadium

9.6 miles

Public transport

Metro Tower Gateway

0.3 miles
Metro Tower Hill

0.3 miles
Metro Aldgate East

0.4 miles
Metro Aldgate

0.4 miles
Train Fenchurch Street Station

0.5 miles

Closest airports

London City Airport

5.1 miles
London Heathrow Airport

16.7 miles
London Gatwick Airport

24.7 miles

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Check-in

From 14:00 hours

Check-out

Until 10:00 hours

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

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

Mastercard Visa Wombats Hostel London accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Please note, the lead guest must be 18 years of age or older to stay at the property.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Bar is closed from Fri 28 May 2021 until Sat 31 Jul 2021

The following parking options are available to guests staying at Wombats Hostel London (subject to availability):
Check-in at Wombats Hostel London is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.
Wombats Hostel London is 2.6 miles from the centre of London.
The prices at Wombats Hostel London may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
From the nearest airport, you can get to Wombats Hostel London by:
- Train 50min
Wombats Hostel London offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Billiards
- Table tennis
- Evening entertainment
- Happy hour
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Walking tours
- Yoga classes
- Live music/performance
- Stand-up comedy
- Bike tours

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Staff8.8
Facilities8.7
- Guests spoke highly of the restaurant
- Guests appreciated the kitchen facilities
Cleanliness8.6
- Some guests noted that bed and linen were not so clean
- Guests appreciated the cleanliness of the room
Comfort8.3
Value for money8.5
- Guests appreciated the convenient location
- Guests mentioned the overall quality was good for the amount paid
Location8.5
- Guests recommended this location for sightseeing
Free WiFi8.1

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