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Popular hostels in London

Discover well-known properties in London that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 37,421 hotels in London and price data was last updated on 15 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in London is $53/night.
The following hostels are among the most sought after in the London area. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in London.
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40 College Crescent, London, United Kingdom
Victorian London hostel in Camden with a 24-hour front desk 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 self parking, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel offers 34 shared accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This London hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
4358 reviews
Location
6.2 km from city centre
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
5666 reviews
Location
2.1 km from city centre
7 Dock Street, London, United Kingdom
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Tower of London 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 offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
5692 reviews
Location
4.1 km from city centre
1A Sutherland Street, London, United Kingdom
Adults-only hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop 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 White Ferry, Victoria - Hostel offers 6 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. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
7.0
Good
4957 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
102 Lavender Hill, London, United Kingdom
Adults-only hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop 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 and express check-out. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is not available. PubLove @ The Crown, Battersea - Hostel offers 8 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. This London hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
6.7
Good
2094 reviews
Location
4.3 km from city centre
London House - Mecklenburgh Square, London, United Kingdom
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a garden, as well as heating and laundry facilities. Other amenities include a hair dryer, towels, a desk, and housekeeping.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1438 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
16 Leinster Terrace, London, United Kingdom
Art Deco hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hostel has a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel offers 44 accommodations. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers. This London hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
7.8
Good
5512 reviews
Location
4.2 km from city centre
13-15 Shepherds Bush Green, London, United Kingdom
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Westfield London Shopping Centre A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and laundry facilities are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance. St Christopher's Inn, Shepherd's Bush - Hostel offers 90 accommodations. 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
7.0
Good
1523 reviews
Location
6.5 km from city centre
261-265 Grays Inn Road, London, United Kingdom
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Russell Square 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
7.5
Good
5192 reviews
Location
3.3 km from city centre
308 Edgware Road, London, United Kingdom
Adults-only London hostel in London City Centre with a 24-hour front desk 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
6.3
Good
2969 reviews
Location
3.9 km from city centre

Travel insights for hostels in London

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in London including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in London is January ($24). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in London is February ($94).

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

The cheapest day to stay in London is Sunday ($35). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $76.

How much is a hostel in London tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in London tonight starting as low as $13, rising to an average cost of $125, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $15 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 $30/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $15/night. For a 4-star hostel in London, the cheapest rate recently found was $34/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in London?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to London. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $28 per night.

Top-rated London hostels

Browse through properties in London that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 37,421 properties in London and data was last updated on 15 June 2025.
Some of the very best London hostels as rated by our users. Make sure to read hostel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
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18-24 Fitzroy Street, London, United Kingdom
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$136
Avg. per night
27 Montague Street, London, United Kingdom
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$38
Avg. per night
52 Wilson Street, London, United Kingdom
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$48
Avg. per night
172 Westminster Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
24 Sumner Street, London, United Kingdom
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$90
Avg. per night
1 Starcross Street, London, United Kingdom
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$34
Avg. per night
92-95 Livery Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$31
Avg. per night
628-634 Commercial Road, London, United Kingdom
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$211
Avg. per night
56-60 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, United Kingdom
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$42
Avg. per night
14 Narrow Quay, Bristol, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$43
Avg. per night
121 Borough High Street, London, United Kingdom
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$38
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 $15 per night. There is currently one property in London that can be booked for this price. London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in London. Price data was last updated on 15 June 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in London we've come across for the dates selected. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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8-10 Queens Parade, Queens Rd, London, United Kingdom
11.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$15
Avg. per night
Holland Walk, London, United Kingdom
5.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$21
Avg. per night
71-72 Guilford Street, London, United Kingdom
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$22
Avg. per night
6A Great Dover Street, London, United Kingdom
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$22
Avg. per night
90 Shields Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$22
Avg. per night
58 Bagleys Lane, London, United Kingdom
5.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$22
Avg. per night
189 Greenwich High Road, London, United Kingdom
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
Avg. per night
95 Effra Road, London, United Kingdom
5.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
Avg. per night
6 Daventry Street, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
Avg. per night
323a New Cross Road, London, United Kingdom
6.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$24
Avg. per night
32 Deptford Church Street, London, United Kingdom
7.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$24
Avg. per night
54 New Dover Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$24
Avg. per night
86 Tanner's Hill, London, United Kingdom
7.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
Avg. per night
22 Nelson Street, Bristol, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$26
Avg. per night
45 Queensborough Terrace, London, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$26
Avg. per night
55-57 Bayham Street, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$27
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 15 June 2025.
We've come across the following hostels in London with different price and hostel class options. We've also highlighted the most popular hostels and best value within each hostel class.
4 stars +
54 New Dover Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom
3 stars
Yha London St Pauls, 36 Carter Lane, London, United Kingdom
40 College Crescent, London, United Kingdom
92-95 Livery Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom
2 stars and under
16 Leinster Terrace, London, United Kingdom
13-15 Shepherds Bush Green, London, United Kingdom
71-72 Guilford Street, London, United Kingdom

Other accommodations in London

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London, United Kingdom
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$233
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
3.9 km from city centre
$169
Avg. per night
2 Portsoken Street, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$238
Avg. per night
4-18 Harrington Gardens, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$171
Avg. per night
116 Piccadilly, London, United Kingdom
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$358
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 15 June 2025.
Scroll to and zoom in on the areas in London you plan on visiting to find nearby properties. More information on a given hostel can be accessed by clicking the hostel's name within the map.

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 15 June 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in London?

    $53 per night is how much hostels in London cost, on average. $15 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $27 per night or less is a good deal. London hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with July being the most expensive month to book, and in January being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in London?

    Onefam Notting Hill is the best London hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Onefam Notting Hill has a rating of 8.9/10 from 2,043 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to London Heathrow Airport?

    The closest London hostel to London Heathrow Airport is St Christopher's Inn Shepherd's Bush, which is 16.9 km away.

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

    While there are other neighbourhoods throughout London, 1% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in City of Westminster in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

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

    Yha London Central is the most popular hostel in London that’s close to Selfridges (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 1.0 km from Yha London Central to Selfridges. While there may be other hostels near Selfridges, Yha London Central is highly rated (8.3/10) by 5,845 users.

  • Should I stay in a London hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to London on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in London offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

  • Does London have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are hostels in London with “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 18 hostels have the “Air-conditioned” amenity in the London area. Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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