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Hostelle - women only hostel London

Tower Hamlets, London

Set in London and with Brick Lane reachable within 1.4 km, Hostelle - women only hostel London offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

S
Sarra Bed
From
Algeria
The decoration was awesome soooo girly, the atmosphere was nice... The stuff also they were all friendly... smiling all the time and in service 24h...
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5,338 reviews
Price from
US$52.89
1 night, 2 adults

Lee Abbey London

Kensington and Chelsea, London

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

T
Tiago
From
Brazil
Lee Abbey was part of my life, since I am an ex-community member (2009/10). The place has passed through a huge reform, it now looks much more confortable, they even have toilets in some rooms (608 basement). The staff is friendly and the atmosphere stills warm and nice, the food package is also good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,336 reviews
Price from
US$220.37
1 night, 2 adults

Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old

Westminster Borough, London

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

A
Akira
From
Japan
The vibes of the hostel is the best I have ever stayed! I made friends there and we are still keeping in touch with each other!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,636 reviews
Price from
US$162.19
1 night, 2 adults

Astor Museum Hostel

Camden, London

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

D
Dimitrios
From
Cyprus
The location is amazing within walking distance to many a must-see attraction. The hostel itself is spacious and easy to navigate. The room I stayed at is very comfortable with a large empty space in the center and the bunk beds around The other guests are friendly, laid back and fun to talk to. The staff is really helpful and friendly providing useful information if needed. Especially Maria with her witty comments and jokes made me feel welcome right from the check-in. Thank you all!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,682 reviews
Price from
US$128.21
1 night, 2 adults

Onefam Notting Hill

Kensington and Chelsea, London

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

M
Madeleine
From
Canada
The vibes at OneFam are so chill, and the crew there are like instant friends. They're super welcoming and always down for a chat or to give you the lowdown on the best spots to hit up in Notting Hill and London overall. Making friends here was a breeze. Whether we were bonding over morning coffee in the cozy common area or heading out together to explore Portobello Road, it felt like we'd known each other forever. And let me tell you, the memories we made are ones I'll treasure forever. The hostel itself is a total gem. The rooms are comfy and cute, and I felt totally safe and snug during my whole stay. Plus, being right in the heart of Notting Hill meant I was just steps away from all the cool cafes, and vintage shops. So yeah, if you're a solo traveler looking for a home away from home (with a side of good vibes and great company), I can't recommend OneFam enough. Trust me, it's the kind of place that'll leave you with a smile on your face and a bunch of new friends by your side.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,330 reviews
Price from
US$207.04
1 night, 2 adults

Prime Backpackers Angel

Islington, London

Prime Backpackers Angel is situated in a historic building in Islington on London's City Road. Free WiFi is available in all areas. Hairdryers and towel hire are available at the property.

R
Rilakuma
From
Hong Kong
- The bus stops nearby and the Angel underground station will easily take you to most of the attractions in Central London. - Helpful staff and there's a big kitchen. Overall very clean and tidy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,375 reviews
Price from
US$147.19
1 night, 2 adults

Pax Lodge

Camden, 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. bed linen, towels and a fan are provided.

J
Jennifer
From
Luxembourg
Clean and tidy. Close to underground, bars and restaurants. Great location!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,305 reviews
Price from
US$105.78
1 night, 2 adults

Wombat's City Hostel London

Tower Hamlets, London

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

A
Ahmed
From
Egypt
Great hostel, clean and tidy, location is very good, all the staff are friendly and helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,692 reviews
Price from
US$178.90
1 night, 2 adults

YHA London Central

Westminster Borough, London

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

Χ
Χρηστος Νανος
From
Greece
Amazing location. Good price. Clean room and super friendly stuff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,388 reviews
Price from
US$160.27
1 night, 2 adults

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage

Camden, London

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage provides award-winning budget accommodation in a beautiful Victorian Grade II listed building.

H
Hamza
From
Algeria
The hostel is clean, the rooms are large and the bed is comfortable. It is also close to the metro and central London. I spent 5 days and it was wonderful. I loved the place. I highly recommend it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,792 reviews
Price from
US$52.70
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

Most booked hostels in London and surroundings in the past month

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,792 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7,072 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in London

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,692 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in London

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,235 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in London

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5,817 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in London

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5,444 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in London

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 10,990 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in London

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 6,221 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in London

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 9,051 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in London

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 8,041 reviews

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Ideally located in the Westminster Borough district of London, Private rooms with shared bathrooms and a top floor studio is set 90 metres from Arts Theatre, 500 metres from Royal Opera House and 600...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 598 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 544 reviews

    Holland House is a student accommodation 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,695 reviews

    Situated in London and within 2.4 km of London Bridge, Cricketers Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 348 reviews

    Ideally situated in the Islington district of London, 264 Pentonville road is situated 400 metres from King's Cross Station, 300 metres from King's Cross St Pancras and 1.1 km from Euston Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

    Attractively located in the centre of London, New Mansion House (Lancaster Gate) features continental breakfast and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 280 reviews

    LHA Paddington Hostel is well situated in London, and features a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Camden district of London, Hostel Rooms In Camden is situated 300 metres from Camden Market, 1.3 km from London Zoo and 1.7 km from Euston Station.

    From US$81.74 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

    Astor Oxford Street is well located in the centre of London, and provides a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    From US$130.13 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 3,452 reviews

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

    From US$357.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 9,051 reviews

    This hostel is in the heart of London, a 10-minute walk from King’s Cross Railway Station and the British Library. It provides budget accommodation with free WiFi access throughout.

    From US$252.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,754 reviews

    YHA London St Paul’s is situated 5 minutes’ walk from St Paul’s tube station (Central Line) and only a minute from St Paul’s Cathedral bus stop. Laundry service is provided for an additional charge.

    From US$200.33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5,844 reviews

    Astor Victoria offers accommodation for guests over the age of 18 till 40 in central London, within a 10-minute walk from Victoria and 1 km from Tate Britain.

    From US$115.02 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 10,990 reviews

    In central London in the vibrant area of Bloomsbury, this large, vibrant hostel is near Russell Square Tube Station. The Generator has an internet cafe, a lounge and a games room with pool tables.

    From US$120.20 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,834 reviews

    PubLove @ The Rose & Crown features a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in London.

    From US$259.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,390 reviews

    Do Camden by day and curb side beers by night. The Exmouth Arms is an iconic Hostel-Pub situated in the Camden corner of London.

    From US$195.59 per night

Save money on hostels in London and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 2,291 reviews

    Set in London and with Madame Tussauds reachable within less than 1 km, Bell House Hostel offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    From US$101.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,824 reviews

    Situated in London and with Stamford Bridge - Chelsea FC reachable within 1.2 km, Queen Elizabeth Hostel features a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    From US$80.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 412 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the Tower Hamlets district of London, Bethnal Green beds to stay is set 2.4 km from Brick Lane, 3.2 km from Liverpool Street Underground Station and 3.7 km from Tower of...

    From US$94.01 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 489 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi, Mile End Rooms 57A offers accommodation in London, 2.9 km from Canary Wharf Underground Station and 3.2 km from Docklands.

    From US$66.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 1,943 reviews

    Situated in the Hammersmith and Fulham district in London, Kensal Green Backpackers 2 has a number of amenities including a shared lounge and a bar within 2.2 km of Portobello Road Market.

    From US$66.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 892 reviews

    Opposite Kensal Green Station, Kensal Green Backpackers is a 20-minute walk from vibrant Notting Hill.

    From US$105.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.1
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

    Ideally set in the Kensington and Chelsea district of London, Halpin House (South Kensington) is situated 400 metres from Natural History Museum, 1.1 km from Royal Albert Hall and 700 metres from...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,636 reviews

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

    From US$145.98 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,284 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.
    Guest review by
    Matilda
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$87.87
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,792 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 .
    Guest review by
    Kay
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$80.60
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,824 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!!!!!!!!!!
    Guest review by
    Alsadig
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$134.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 6,692 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 !
    Guest review by
    samantha
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$145.98
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,636 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!
    Guest review by
    Jamal
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: US$80.60
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,824 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
    Guest review by
    Bamba
    Solo traveller