Hostels in London

  • Change your mind

    Book hotels with free cancellation

  • Treat yourself

    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in

  • Be picky

    Search almost a million properties worldwide

Check prices for these dates

Next weekend
23 Jan - 25 Jan
In two weeks
30 Jan - 1 Feb
In one month
13 Feb - 15 Feb
In two months
13 Mar - 15 Mar

Our top choices for London hostels

Terrace/patio
Astor Museum Inn Hostel

Astor Museum Inn Hostel

Astor Museum Inn Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (134 reviews)
"Nice safe location, within walking distance to many places. "
United States
feng
The price is NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Astor Museum Inn Hostel
Bar (on property)
Wombat's City Hostel London

Wombat's City Hostel London

Wombat's City Hostel London
2.0 star property
London City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (541 reviews)
"Staff was amazing and location was great!!"
United States
Nicole
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Wombat's City Hostel London
Front of property
Astor Kensington Hostel

Astor Kensington Hostel

Astor Kensington Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (65 reviews)
"Great location and perfect for solo travelling "
Australia
Zeta
Astor Kensington Hostel
Property entrance
YHA London Earl's Court - Hostel

YHA London Earl's Court - Hostel

YHA London Earl's Court - Hostel
4.0 star property
London City Centre
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (310 reviews)
"Loved it here, very chilled out accommodation and very friendly and helpful staff."
United Kingdom
S
The price is NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
YHA London Earl's Court - Hostel
Terrace/patio
Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel

Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel

Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.0 out of 10, Good, (279 reviews)
"Staff very friendly "
United States
Cathy
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel
Reception
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel
3.0 star property
Camden
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Awesome hostel, recommend!"
Australia
Barney
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel
Bar (on property)
Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston

Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston

Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston
1.0 star property
London City Centre
6.8 out of 10, (241 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
Canada
melvin
Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston
Bar (on property)
St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel

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, (104 reviews)
"Free luggage storage and very friendly staff! Great stay!"
Canada
Johnson
St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel
Exterior
Saint James Backpackers

Saint James Backpackers

Saint James Backpackers
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (232 reviews)
"Friendly staff at desk and housekeeping. Nice room with storage, and good bathrooms. Just what I needed for an affordable stay."
United States
Bedros
The price is NZ$90
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Saint James Backpackers
Interior detail
Clink 261 Hostel

Clink 261 Hostel

Clink 261 Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (598 reviews)
"Great location, rooms, I travel with my sister and get a great experience knowing people too in the community room "
United States
Alyna
Clink 261 Hostel
Double Room, Ensuite
Astor Hyde Park Hostel - Adults Only

Astor Hyde Park Hostel - Adults Only

Astor Hyde Park Hostel - Adults Only
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (161 reviews)
"Good location, friendly staff, clean and spacious rooms. "
United Kingdom
Dimitrinka
The price is NZ$96
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Astor Hyde Park Hostel - Adults Only
Reception
Atlas Hostel

Atlas Hostel

Atlas Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.0 out of 10, Good, (309 reviews)
"Stayed there for 2 nights!"
United States
Zahra
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Atlas Hostel
Interior
Astor Victoria Hostel - Adults Only

Astor Victoria Hostel - Adults Only

Astor Victoria Hostel - Adults Only
2.0 star property
London City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (216 reviews)
"Staff were friendly. Accessible to bus. Budget-friendly"
United Kingdom
Hannah Grace
The price is NZ$70
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Astor Victoria Hostel - Adults Only
Front of property
YHA London St Paul's - Hostel

YHA London St Paul's - Hostel

YHA London St Paul's - Hostel
3.0 star property
London City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (275 reviews)
"Great location and very friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
YHA London St Paul's - Hostel
Exterior
PubLove The White Ferry, Victoria - Hostel

PubLove The White Ferry, Victoria - Hostel

PubLove The White Ferry, Victoria - Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.2 out of 10, Good, (205 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful in all depts."
United States
Madison
PubLove The White Ferry, Victoria - Hostel
Front of property
Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel

Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel

Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
6.8 out of 10, (299 reviews)
"Close to the train station, which is greatly helpful!"
United Kingdom
Sandra Amarachi
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel
Exterior
Smart Russell Square Hostel

Smart Russell Square Hostel

Smart Russell Square Hostel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
6.6 out of 10, (448 reviews)
"Clean and secure."
Canada
Paige
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Smart Russell Square Hostel
Lobby sitting area
St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel

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, (519 reviews)
"Yes, break fast menu was fresh. Room was cleaned regularly. Staff was cooperative mostly. Bar was very cozy. Overall great experience with budget friendly options."
Ireland
Mohsin
St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel
Exterior
Acacia Hotel

Acacia Hotel

Acacia Hotel
2.0 star property
London City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"Nice clean room, good breakfast, excellent location "
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Acacia Hotel
Living area
Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old

Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old

Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old
2.0 star property
London City Centre
6.0 out of 10, (542 reviews)
"The host people are really nice and make sure you enjoy the instance"
Mexico
Jazmin Esmeralda
The price is NZ$260
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View all properties
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Top London Hotel Reviews

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, near soho, parliament and right on the Piccadilly line! Staff was very friendly as well ! "
Mike 3-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Strand Palace Hotel

Find out more about London

London Hostels information

Number of reviews
6,440
Accommodation
124 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$70
Highest Price
NZ$260

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in London?
By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and use more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its theatres and museums.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in London?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to look first: Zedwell Capsule Hotel, Piccadilly Circus - Located steps from Piccadilly Circus. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift. Rooms come with showers and free Wi-Fi. Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Swiss Cottage Underground Station and Finchley Road Underground Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. NX London Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of New Cross Gate Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Wombat's City Hostel London - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Tower Gateway DLR Station and Aldgate East Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Clink 261 Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station). You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.
How many hostels can I expect to find in London?
If you're searching for somewhere affordable to stay in London, one of Expedia's 53 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in London?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for London is 710 mm.
What is there to see and do in London?
Overall, London is known for its theatres, museums and architecture. Major attractions include Piccadilly Circus, London Eye and Big Ben. Get out into nature with places such as Hyde Park, Leicester Square and Thames River. Cultural attractions include O2 Arena, The British Museum and National Gallery.
What's the best way to get to and around London while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in London in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is London (LCY-London City), located 7.6 mi (12.3 km) away. An alternative is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transport during your trip. Take advantage of metro transport at Charing Cross Underground Station, Embankment Station and Leicester Square Underground Station. To see more of the area, take a train from Charing Cross Station, Tottenham Court Road Station or Waterloo Station.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia