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Popular hostels in London

Discover well-known properties in London that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 41,836 hotels in London and price data was last updated on 29 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in London is $103/night.
The following hostels are among the most sought after in the London area. Users can utilize the filters available to narrow down their search.
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323a New Cross Road, London, United Kingdom
Hostel with free breakfast, near Thames River A bar/lounge, laundry facilities, and free breakfast are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Bathrooms are shared. NX London Hostel offers 19 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
6.2
Good
1180 reviews
Location
6.6 km from city centre
40 College Crescent, London, United Kingdom
Victorian hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant 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
4511 reviews
Location
6.2 km from city centre
7 Dock Street, London, United Kingdom
Hostel with a bar, 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
5817 reviews
Location
4.1 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
8.4
Excellent
1528 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
7.7
Good
5617 reviews
Location
4.2 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
7.4
Good
5314 reviews
Location
3.3 km from city centre
104 Bolsover Street, London, United Kingdom
Hostel with a restaurant, a short walk to University College London A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a coffee shop/cafe, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance are onsite. 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
8.3
Excellent
5954 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
Yha London St Pauls, 36 Carter Lane, London, United Kingdom
Hostel with a restaurant, steps from St. Paul's Cathedral 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 an arcade/game room 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
7.9
Good
2413 reviews
Location
2.3 km from city centre
41-42, Cosser St, 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, 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
7.6
Good
3459 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
73 Lambeth Walk, London, United Kingdom
Adults-only hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar This smoke-free hostel features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a microwave in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a refrigerator in a common area, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance are onsite. Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old offers 99 accommodations with portable fans. This London hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
2126 reviews
Location
0.9 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 February ($34). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in London is May ($430).

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

The cheapest day to stay in London is Saturday ($69). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $219.

How much is a hostel in London tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in London tonight starting as low as $20, rising to an average cost of $136, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $24 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 $22/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $22/night. For a 4-star hostel in London, the cheapest rate recently found was $23/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 $41 per night.

Top-rated London hostels

Browse through properties in London that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 41,836 properties in London and data was last updated on 29 August 2025.
These London properties are among the highest rated by our users. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hostels are among the highest rated.
18-24 Fitzroy Street, London, United Kingdom
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$121
Avg. per night
52 Wilson Street, London, United Kingdom
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$64
Avg. per night
172 Westminster Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$43
Avg. per night
71 High Street, Dundee, United Kingdom
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$52
Avg. per night
6A Great Dover Street, London, United Kingdom
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
22 Nelson Street, Bristol, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
Avg. per night
92-95 Livery Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$48
Avg. per night
628-634 Commercial Road, London, United Kingdom
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$281
Avg. per night
45 Queensborough Terrace, London, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
56-60 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, United Kingdom
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$55
Avg. per night
14 Narrow Quay, Bristol, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$64
Avg. per night
95 Effra Road, London, United Kingdom
5.0 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 $26 per night. There is currently one property in London that can be booked for this price. London Backpackers Youth Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in London. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in London for the selected dates. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
8-10 Queens Parade, Queens Rd, London, United Kingdom
11.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$26
Avg. per night
6 Daventry Street, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$27
Avg. per night
71-72 Guilford Street, London, United Kingdom
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$29
Avg. per night
189 Greenwich High Road, London, United Kingdom
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$30
Avg. per night
Holland Walk, London, United Kingdom
5.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$31
Avg. per night
121 South Africa road, London, United Kingdom
7.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$31
Avg. per night
54 New Dover Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$31
Avg. per night
144-152 Walworth Road, London, United Kingdom
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$31
Avg. per night
102 Lavender Hill, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$31
Avg. per night
308 Edgware Road, London, United Kingdom
3.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$31
Avg. per night
1A Sutherland Street, London, United Kingdom
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$32
Avg. per night
55-57 Bayham Street, London, United Kingdom
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
1 Starcross Street, London, United Kingdom
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
58 Bagleys Lane, London, United Kingdom
5.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
86 Tanner's Hill, London, United Kingdom
7.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
191 Queensgate, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
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 29 August 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in London. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in London.
3 stars
40 College Crescent, London, United Kingdom
Yha London St Pauls, 36 Carter Lane, London, United Kingdom
8-10 Queens Parade, Queens Rd, London, United Kingdom
2 stars and under
323a New Cross Road, London, United Kingdom
86 Tanner's Hill, London, United Kingdom
71-72 Guilford Street, London, United Kingdom

Other accommodations in London

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County Hall, Belvedere Road, London SE1 7PB, London, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
$294
Avg. per night
323a New Cross Road, London, United Kingdom
6.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$38
Avg. per night
2 Portsoken Street, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$370
Avg. per night
42 Princes Square, London, United Kingdom
4.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$233
Avg. per night
577 Commercial Road, London, United Kingdom
5.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$231
Avg. per night
18 Lodge Road, London, United Kingdom
4.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$284
Avg. per night
12 Bedford Avenue, London, United Kingdom
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$222
Avg. per night
40 Trinity Square, London, United Kingdom
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$302
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$438
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 29 August 2025.
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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 29 August 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in London?

    On average, it’s $104/night for a hostel in London, though $74/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $22/night in London. Try to avoid booking your hostel in May (the most expensive month). Booking in February (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in London?

    With an average review score of 8.8 (out of 10) from 2,093 HotelsCombined users, Onefam Notting Hill is considered the best London hostel.

  • What hostel is closest to London Heathrow Airport?

    St Christopher's Hammersmith is 16.2 km away from London Heathrow Airport, making it the closest London hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

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

    City of Westminster is the most popular area of London to stay in. In the past year, 1% of HotelsCombined users looking for London hostels searched within City of Westminster. Onefam Notting Hill is a popular hostel in City of Westminster if you choose to stay in the area.

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

    The most popular London hostel near Waterloo Tube Station is The Walrus Bar and Hostel. The Walrus Bar and Hostel has a rating of 7.7/10 from 3,283 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.3 km from Waterloo Tube Station.

  • Should I stay in a London hostel?

    Hostels in London tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. London hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

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