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Popular hostels in London

Discover well-known properties in London that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 36,422 hotels in London and price data was last updated on 27 June 2026. The average price for a hotel in London is €45/night.
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Holland Walk, London, United Kingdom
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access. This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England. Featured amenities include a computer station, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.#This property is closed from November 5 2020 to December 31 2020 (dates subject to change). The following facilities or services will be unavailable from September 9 2020 to March 1 2021 (dates subject to change): Dining venue(s). Optional fees: The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out. Fee for continental breakfast: GBP 4.5 for adults and GBP 4.5 for children (approximately) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Policies: This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The property affirms that it adheres to the Safe Travels (WTTC - Global) sanitization guidelines. Instructions: Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed No onsite parking is available The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a smoke detector Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property This property does not accept student cards as valid identification at check-in. Guests under age 18 staying in a Mixed Dorm room type must be accompanied by an adult over 18 staying in the same room. Families with children younger than 16 must book a private room. Each booking is subject to a maximum 14 day stay period. Guests cannot book another stay due to start within 14 days of their check-out date. Special instructions: Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Minimum age: 18. Check in from: 2:00 PM. Check in to: anytime. Check out: 10:00 AM.
Free Wi-Fi
6.7
Good
5917 reviews
Location
5.3 km from city centre
€101
7 Dock Street, London, United Kingdom
A bar/lounge, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a garden. Wombat's City Hostel London offers 120 accommodations with safes. This London hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
6497 reviews
Location
4.1 km from city centre
€124
144-152 Walworth Road, London, United Kingdom
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless Internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.#This property is closed from November 5 2020 to January 14 2021 (dates subject to change). Optional fees: The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out. Fee for continental breakfast: GBP 4.5 for adults and GBP 4.5 for children (approximately) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Instructions: Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed No onsite parking is available The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property This property does not accept student cards as valid identification at check-in. Special instructions: Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Minimum age: 18. Check in from: 2:00 PM. Check in to: anytime. Check out: 10:00 AM.
Free Wi-Fi
7.3
Good
7742 reviews
Location
2.1 km from city centre
€123
71-72 Guilford Street, London, United Kingdom
Laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and an arcade/game room are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine are onsite. Smart Russell Square Hostel offers 37 accommodations with safes. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
7.6
Good
9922 reviews
Location
2.6 km from city centre
104 Bolsover Street, London, United Kingdom
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk. Limited housekeeping is available. YHA London Central - Hostel offers 302 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
6692 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
€132
261-265 Grays Inn Road, London, United Kingdom
This smoke-free hostel features a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, express check-in, and express check-out are onsite. Clink 261 Hostel offers 25 accommodations with safes. This London hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
7.3
Good
6824 reviews
Location
3.3 km from city centre
36 Carter Lane, London, United Kingdom
This smoke-free hostel features a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a library are onsite. Housekeeping is not available. YHA London St Paul's - Hostel offers 49 accommodations with portable fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Bathrooms include showers.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
2716 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
308 Edgware Road, London, United Kingdom
Along with a restaurant, this hostel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk and express check-out. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is not available. PubLove @ The Green Man - Hostel offers 8 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.
Free Wi-Fi
6.7
Good
3180 reviews
Location
3.9 km from city centre
55-57 Bayham Street, London, United Kingdom
Along with concierge services, this hostel has dry cleaning and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite. Smart Camden Inn Hostel offers 19 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
7.8
Good
3914 reviews
Location
4.3 km from city centre
€103
41-42, Cosser St, London, United Kingdom
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hostel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, express check-out, and a garden. Housekeeping is not available. PubLove @ The Steam Engine - Hostel offers 4 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
7.5
Good
4008 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
€123

Travel insights for hostels in London

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hostel in London.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in London?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in London is January (€35). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in London is December (€57).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in London?

The cheapest day to stay in London is Thursday (€33). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is €63.

How much is a hostel in London tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in London tonight starting as low as €19, rising to an average cost of €140, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €22 for a 4-star hostel in London for tonight.

How much is a London hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in London this weekend for as little as €23/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €23/night. For a 4-star hostel in London, the cheapest rate recently found was €27/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in London?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 2 days before your trip to London. The lowest price found when booking 2 days ahead was €23 per night.

Top-rated London hostels

Browse through properties in London that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 36,422 properties in London and data was last updated on 27 June 2026.
Some of the best London hostel options as decided by our users. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews and hostel descriptions and amenities.
Watts Way, London, United Kingdom
3.3 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
€92
Avg. per night
45 Queensborough Terrace, London, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€101
Avg. per night
14 Queensberry Place, London, United Kingdom
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€128
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in London, England

Discover affordable stays in London that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in London can be found for as low as €18 per night. There is currently one property in London that can be booked for this price. The Queens Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in London. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2026
These London properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
121 South Africa road, London, United Kingdom
7.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€18
Avg. per night
32 Deptford Church Street, London, United Kingdom
7.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€21
Avg. per night
6A Great Dover Street, London, United Kingdom
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€23
Avg. per night
53 Eccleston Square, London, United Kingdom
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€34
Avg. per night
86 Tanner's Hill, London, United Kingdom
7.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€40
Avg. per night
172 New Kent Road, London, United Kingdom
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€44
Avg. per night
40 College Crescent, London, United Kingdom
6.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€44
Avg. per night
20 Salter Road, London, United Kingdom
5.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€62
Avg. per night
8-10 Queens Parade, Queens Rd, London, United Kingdom
11.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€67
Avg. per night
102 Lavender Hill, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€67
Avg. per night
6 Daventry Street, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€76
Avg. per night
1A Sutherland Street, London, United Kingdom
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€78
Avg. per night
38 Bolton Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€80
Avg. per night
21 Longridge Road, London, United Kingdom
4.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€82
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in London

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in London to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in London at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2026.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in London. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
2 stars and under
7 Dock Street, London, United Kingdom
€124
71-72 Guilford Street, London, United Kingdom
104 Bolsover Street, London, United Kingdom
€132
261-265 Grays Inn Road, London, United Kingdom
172 New Kent Road, London, United Kingdom

Other accommodations in London

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in London.
8-18 Inverness Terrace, London, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€179
Avg. per night
219 Earls Court Road, London, United Kingdom
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€196
Avg. per night
18/21 Northumberland Avenue, London, United Kingdom
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€213
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
1.7 km from city centre
€147
Avg. per night
4 Portal Way, London, United Kingdom
9.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€104
Avg. per night
12 Bedford Avenue, London, United Kingdom
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€110
Avg. per night
40 Trinity Square, London, United Kingdom
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€144
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
€221
Avg. per night

Where to stay in London

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within London to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 27 June 2026.
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Facts about staying in London

Find useful tips and insights about staying in London to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 27 June 2026.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in London?

    €60/night is an average price for a hostel in London throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in July is the most expensive month to book, and in March is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found London hostels for as low as €14/night. In general, London hostels for €47 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in London?

    Based on our data, Wombat's City Hostel London is the best London hostel, with a rating of 8.7/10 from 6,497 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to London Heathrow Airport?

    Safestay London Kensington Holland Park is the nearest hostel in London to London Heathrow Airport, at a distance of 18.0 km.

  • What area of London is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood is City of Westminster, with 2% of our users looking to stay in London searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. Publove @ The White Ferry, Victoria is a popular hostel in City of Westminster that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

  • What is the most popular hostel in London closest to Waterloo Bridge?

    The most popular hostel in London that’s close to Waterloo Bridge is The Walrus Bar and Hostel. Just 1.0 km separate The Walrus Bar and Hostel from Waterloo Bridge, the city’s most popular attraction. 3,588 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the The Walrus Bar and Hostel a score of 7.9/10.

  • Should I stay in a London hostel?

    Staying in a London hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in London tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

  • Does London have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, 27 London hostels list “Wi-Fi” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in London with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage.

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