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Our top choices for East London hostels

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large potted plants, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

1. a&o London Docklands Riverside

a&o London Docklands Riverside
2.0 star property
Southwark
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Great price and nice central location."
United Kingdom
Amy
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
a&o London Docklands Riverside
An outdoor courtyard with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and hanging lanterns.

2. Wombat's City Hostel London

Wombat's City Hostel London
2.0 star property
London City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (672 reviews)
"Excellent place, comfortable, very clean, good location, very friendly staff"
Ireland
Claudia Gpe
The price is NZ$200
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Wombat's City Hostel London
A modern building with large glass windows and metal railings.

3. YHA London Thameside - Hostel

YHA London Thameside - Hostel
2.0 star property
Southwark
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (204 reviews)
"room and staff"
United States
Chando Admire
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
YHA London Thameside - Hostel
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wardrobe, a small table, and a ceiling light.

4. London E1 Hostel

London E1 Hostel
1.0 star property
Tower Hamlets
5.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"I'm going to be really fair. Our stay was actually great. Don't book if you are fuzzy and it is an issue for you wear down flooring or not so pretty decoration. I can't be #profanityerased# to pay double for something a little bit pretty. It's a decent bed, clean enough, awesome location. On the management side was awful. I booked the day before and I had to get Expedia involved the night before travelling at 10pm because I didn't have the exact address, codes for access and the necessary...
United Kingdom
Moisés
The price is NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
London E1 Hostel
A vibrant mural with cityscapes and iconic landmarks, a red telephone booth, and a wooden bench in a modern interior space.

5. St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel

St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (587 reviews)
"Very good location, clean"
Canada
Qiong
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel
A breakfast buffet with eggs, grains, and fruits.

6. NX London Hostel

NX London Hostel
2.0 star property
Lewisham
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (259 reviews)
"Excellent"
United Kingdom
SHAHNAZ
The price is NZ$55
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
NX London Hostel
A rustic bookshelf with books and a hanging flower basket.

7. Book a Bed Hostels

Book a Bed Hostels
2.0 star property
Lewisham
6.6 out of 10, (308 reviews)
"not bad for the price"
United States
Penelope
The price is NZ$81
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Book a Bed Hostels
A modern bedroom with a bed, a wall clock, and a small table with a lamp.

8. Nest And Limited

Nest And Limited
1.0 star property
Tower Hamlets
3.8 out of 10, (11 reviews)
"Considering the price, great room. Lots of space, high ceilings, comfy beds."
United Kingdom
Sam
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Nest And Limited
A bar with a tap and glasses of beer.

9. St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel

St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (113 reviews)
"Good location, clean sheets, no “common area” like other hostels, has the public bar downstairs"
Hong Kong SAR China
HO MAN SAMUEL
The price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel
A traditional pub with a sign reading "St. Christopher's Inn" and "121 Bar & Inn".

10. St Christopher's Inn, London Bridge - Hostel

St Christopher's Inn, London Bridge - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
6.6 out of 10, (173 reviews)
"Clean room and restrooms which it’s not standard in hostels, great location "
United States
Kendy
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
St Christopher's Inn, London Bridge - Hostel
A bar area with wooden decor, a staircase, and a reception desk with computers.

11. Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel
3.0 star property
Camden
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing stay! Friendly staff clean, superb"
United Kingdom
Martin
The price is NZ$88
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel
A reception area with a wooden counter, a digital information board, and a luggage store sign.

12. Generator London

Generator London
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and has enough amenities"
United Kingdom
Frida Yael
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Generator London
A building with a green triangular sign with the letters "yha" on it.

13. YHA London Central - Hostel

YHA London Central - Hostel
4.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (741 reviews)
"Comfy beds, great communal areas, nice and central, walking distance to Oxford Street, pizzas available late night as well! Would happily stay here again"
United Kingdom
James
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
YHA London Central - Hostel
A white-framed window with two hanging light bulbs, a small red object on the sill, and potted plants outside.

14. Astor Museum Inn Hostel

Astor Museum Inn Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (156 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United Kingdom
Kokil
The price is NZ$121
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Astor Museum Inn Hostel
A hotel room with a bed, white bedding, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a power outlet.

15. BacPac Hostel

BacPac Hostel
2.0 star property
Hammersmith
5.0 out of 10, (10 reviews)
"This hostel is great. Now they are in the middle of revamping the place but I feel it got great potential. The staff was great especially malick"
United States
yolanda
The price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
BacPac Hostel
A row of white, classical-style buildings with multiple windows and balconies.

16. Acacia Hotel

Acacia Hotel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (46 reviews)
"Location is excellent- close to museums and the tube. Excellent front desk support from Claudia."
Canada
William
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Acacia Hotel

17. Pax Lodge

Pax Lodge
1.0 star property
Camden
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"trevligt ställe att åka till som scout."
Sweden
Birgitta
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Pax Lodge
A row of white townhouses with balconies, a red car parked in front, and a bench in the foreground.

18. Atlas Hostel

Atlas Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.0 out of 10, Good, (315 reviews)
"I looked for the best deal in town and wasn’t disappointed. Minutes from Paddington station but miles away from noise, cited in a leafy square. For a hostel, this was perfect. Unexpected extras included fridge, microwave, desk fans, kettle and no need to ask for more towels or loo paper. Crisp clean bedding, fresh feel. This is basic done with style and the staff were lovely. Would definitely book with them again. Thank you."
United Kingdom
iona
The price is NZ$286
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Atlas Hostel
A neatly made bed with white bedding and a blue blanket, a black headboard, and two abstract paintings on the wall.

19. Astor Hyde Park – 18 to 40 years

Astor Hyde Park – 18 to 40 years
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (173 reviews)
"Room was clean where I concern my place was. But what I would like to highlight it’s the staff are very friendly, helpful and caring. Location is perfect very central walking distance to many attraction and also shops"
United Kingdom
Fernanda
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Astor Hyde Park – 18 to 40 years
A staircase with a wooden handrail and a wall with intricate black and white patterns.

20. Clink 261 Hostel

Clink 261 Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (672 reviews)
"Clean rooms"
United Kingdom
Roselle
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Clink 261 Hostel
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Top East London Hotel Reviews

The Royal Oak

The Royal Oak

10/10 Excellent
"Faultless Place. Everything was amazing. Comfy beds, clean rooms, great breakfast and lovely staff who love to help. I want to stay again, for longer this time! :)"
Baran 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
The Royal Oak

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East London Hostels information

Number of reviews
3,215
Accommodation
26 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$55
Highest Price
NZ$286

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