Chic but cheap hostels, London

Often, budget tourists in London can't afford to stay in a hotel. And it is not surprising, because even the cheapest hotels in England can impress a mid-budget traveler with their cost. And what if a tourist is limited in funds and cannot afford such a luxury as a hotel? There are many options for solving this problem, but the best way, of course, is to check into a London hostel. The pricing policy of each hostel often depends on the geographic location or the establishment’s demand among visitors. Moreover, at different times of the year, prices will also vary. For example, if London hosts a festival, the pricing will skyrocket as well.

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  • Safestay London Elephant & Castle (Adults Only)

    2.7 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.2 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.2
    Good
    (8117 reviews)
    Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, Safestay London Elephant & Castle hostel offers accommodation 10 minutes' drive from the bulging skyscraper "Sky Garden". Providing 24-hour front desk assistance and late…
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  • Generator London

    2.1 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.8
    Good
    (11708 reviews)
    Featuring a swimming pool and a shared lounge, the backpacker 3-star Generator London Hostel is set just 14 minutes' walk from The Postal Museum. This youth hostel is situated…
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  • St Christopher'S Inn Village - London Bridge

    2.5 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.4
    Good
    (6139 reviews)
    Boasting a central location 5 minutes by car from Tower Bridge, the exclusive St Christopher'S Inn Village - London Bridge hostel provides live performances, a nightclub, and karaoke for guests' entertainment.
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  • Wombat'S City Hostel London

    4.1 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.6
    Excellent
    (7426 reviews)
    Featuring a lift, a snack and drink vending machine, the 2-star Wombat'S City Hostel London is situated 5 minutes by car from Old Spitalfields Market. Offering Wi-Fi, the…
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  • Smart Hyde Park Inn

    4.2 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.4
    Good
    (5549 reviews)
    The 2-star Smart Hyde Park Inn Hostel London, located within 5 minutes' drive of Hyde Park, features a vending machine and currency exchange. The inn is situated near a…
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  • Hootananny Hostel

    5.8 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.4
    Good
    (2166 reviews)
    Featuring live performances and a nightclub for an entertaining stay, the 2-star Hootananny Hostel London is located 10 minutes' drive from Churchill War Rooms. Situated 2.8 km from the…
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  • Publove @ The Rose & Crown

    2.3 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.2
    Good
    (1974 reviews)
    Situated 6 minutes' walk from The George Coaching Inn, Publove @ The Rose & Crown hostel offers guests to relax on a terrace. Offering Wi-Fi, the London hostel also boasts a…
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  • Smart Hostel Russell Square

    1.8 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.4
    Good
    (9488 reviews)
    Offering various recreational opportunities and a pool table for guests' enjoyment, the budget Smart Russell Square Hostel London is located 25 minutes' stroll from Big Ben. Situated close to Russell…
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  • Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage

    5.5 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.2
    Excellent
    (4987 reviews)
    Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, the 4-star Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage hostel offers accommodation within a 10-minute drive of Hyde Park. Offering private parking on site, the…
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  • Yha London St Paul'S

    2 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.4 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (1587 reviews)
    Situated a mere 300 metres from Blackfriars tube station, Yha London St Paul'S Hostel features a lending library and a game area. Offering bag storage, the charming 4-star hostel…
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  • Yha London Central

    1.9 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.3 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.2
    Excellent
    (4402 reviews)
    The 4-star Yha London Central hostel is 2.3 km from Coca-Cola London Eye and features a snack and drink vending machine, and a lift onsite. A tube station…
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  • Smart Hyde Park View

    3.9 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (3910 reviews)
    The 2-star Smart Hyde Park View Hostel London lies a 5-minute drive from the scientifically spellbinding Science Museum, offering 44 rooms and featuring a shared lounge and various…
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  • Yha London Earl'S Court

    4.7 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.2 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.4
    Excellent
    (2731 reviews)
    The affordable 4-star Yha London Earl'S Court Hostel is situated 17 minutes' walk from Natural History Museum and features a picnic area and a garden. Providing 24-hour front…
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  • Yha London Thameside

    5.6 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.3 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.2
    Excellent
    (1681 reviews)
    Featuring a vending machine and a lift along with the barbecue restaurant, Yha London Thameside Hostel offers accommodation in the the Rotherhithe district of London. This London hostel is situated…
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  • Astor Hyde Park Hostel (Adults Only)

    3.7 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.1 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.6
    Good
    (3575 reviews)
    Featuring bicycle rentals and 24-hour front desk assistance and late check-out, Astor Hyde Park Hostel London enjoys a location in the neighbourhood of the public research university "Imperial…
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  • Safestay London Kensington Holland Park (Adults Only)

    5.3 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.6
    Good
    (6493 reviews)
    The 4-star Safestay London Kensington Holland Park hostel is situated only 1.8 km from 02 Shepherd's Bush Empire Music Venue and features a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities.
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  • Bowden Court

    5.1 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.6 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.4
    Good
    (491 reviews)
    The 2-star Bowden Court Hostel London, located about 10 minutes' drive from the privately run Sherlock Holmes Museum, features Wi-Fi throughout the property. Located really close to Church…
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  • Madingley Hall

    7 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.2 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.4
    Excellent
    (2758 reviews)
    The 3-star Madingley Hall hostel, located 3.1 km from Girton College, features Wi-Fi throughout the property.
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  • St Christopher'S Inn Shepherd'S Bush

    6.3 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.4 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7
    Good
    (1906 reviews)
    The youth 2-star St Christopher'S Inn Shepherd'S Bush hostel, located 20 minutes' stroll from Leighton House Museum, features Wi-Fi in public areas.
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  • The Walrus Bar And Hostel

    1.1 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.1 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.6
    Good
    (3173 reviews)
    Providing baggage storage for guests, the 2-star The Walrus Bar And Hostel London is located just 6 minutes' walk from The Old Vic.
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  • The Phoenix

    3.2 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.3 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6
    Average
    (2199 reviews)
    The 2-star The Phoenix Hostel London, located about 10 minutes by car from Trafalgar Square, features Wi-Fi throughout the property. Located in the immediate vicinity of Church Street…
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  • St Christopher'S The Inn - London Bridge

    2.5 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.8
    Good
    (939 reviews)
    St Christopher'S The Inn - London Bridge hostel is situated near an entertainment district, 25 minutes' walk from the unmissable Tower of London. Offering luggage storage and a restaurant, the inn…
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  • Saint James Backpackers

    5 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.6 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7
    Good
    (2847 reviews)
    Featuring a gym for guests to stay active, the comfortable Saint James Backpackers hostel is located in the tourist area of London, just a 6-minute stroll from Garden Lodge…
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  • St Christopher'S Hammersmith

    6.9 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.5 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.6
    Good
    (2535 reviews)
    The traditional St Christopher'S Hammersmith hostel is located in the middle of London and provides bag storage for guests' convenience. Featuring Wi-Fi, this inn is also about a 10…
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  • St Christopher'S Greenwich

    8.5 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.8
    Good
    (1988 reviews)
    The modern 2-star St Christopher'S Greenwich hostel is situated in a restaurant area of London, 15 km from London City airport. Inviting guests to enjoy luggage storage and a…
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  • Publove @ The Exmouth Arms, Euston

    2.4 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.5 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.8
    Good
    (2601 reviews)
    The award-winning 2-star Publove @ The Exmouth Arms, Euston hostel, located only 1.8 km from The Regent's Park, features Wi-Fi in public areas. This London hostel is situated…
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  • Abercorn House

    6.8 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.4 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.4
    Excellent
    (271 reviews)
    Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, Abercorn House Hostel London offers accommodation approximately a 15-minute ride from the public Trafalgar Square.
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  • Astor Victoria Hostel

    2 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.4
    Good
    (6238 reviews)
    Set only 1.6 km from Big Ben Clock Tower, Astor Victoria Hostel provides a vending machine, a storage room and a cash machine.
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  • St Christopher'S Inn Camden

    3.4 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7
    Good
    (1250 reviews)
    Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the traditional 3-star St Christopher'S Inn Camden hostel offers accommodation nearly a 10-minute drive from the famous British Museum. The hostel is…
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  • Halpin House

    3.9 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.2
    Good
    (95 reviews)
    The 2-star Halpin House Hostel London is within 25 minutes' walk of Italian Cultural Institute in London and features a snack and drink vending machine, and a lift onsite.
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  • Friendship House

    2 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.6 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.4
    Good
    (542 reviews)
    The 2-star Friendship House Hostel London, located merely 1.2 km from Tate Modern, features Wi-Fi throughout the property. Situated a short way from Elephant & Castle underground station, this…
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  • Publove @ The Crown, Battersea

    5 km to the city centre
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    Very good location
    This property boasts very good location. It has a score 7.9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.4
    Good
    (1778 reviews)
    Publove @ The Crown, Battersea hostel is situated near the entertainment district of London, about 25 minutes' walk from Chelsea Physic Garden. At this London hostel, guests can enjoy a restaurant…
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  • Barmy Badger Backpackers

    5 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.2 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.4
    Excellent
    (1556 reviews)
    Offering a sundeck and a shared lounge for guests' leisure, Barmy Badger Backpackers Hostel is situated in the centre of London a 15-minute ride from Churchill War Rooms Museum.
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  • Clink261 Hostel

    2.5 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.4
    Good
    (7685 reviews)
    Featuring Wi Fi in public areas, Clink261 Hostel is located in London, 2.4 km from the city park "ZSL London Zoo".
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  • The Birds Nest Hostel

    8 km to the city centre
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    Pleasant location
    This property boasts pleasant location. It has a score 6.8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    5
    Average
    (759 reviews)
    Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, The Birds Nest Hostel London offers accommodation about 10 minutes by car from Charlton House. Located right off The Studio at the Albany, this…
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  • The Dictionary Hostel, Shoreditch, London

    4.2 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.4 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.6
    Excellent
    (154 reviews)
    Offering 194 rooms, the 2-star The Dictionary Hostel, Shoreditch, London boasts a location just 5 minutes on foot from Shoreditch Church.
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  • New Mansion House

    3.8 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.8
    Good
    (100 reviews)
    Featuring free Wi Fi in the rooms, New Mansion House Hostel is set 1.6 km from Victoria and Albert Museum.
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  • Dover Castle Hostel

    2.5 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.4
    Good
    (5542 reviews)
    Providing guests with bicycle rentals, the great value Dover Castle Hostel is situated in the heart of London. Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, the hostel is located 2 km…
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  • Smart Camden Inn (Adults Only)

    3.4 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (3083 reviews)
    Situated 50 metres from River Fleet, Smart Camden Inn Hostel London features currency exchange and a vending machine for guests' convenience. Offering Wi-Fi, the London hostel also boasts a…
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  • Sandeman-Allen Hostel

    4.1 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.4
    Good
    (117 reviews)
    Located at a distance of 250 metres from Queensway tube station, Sandeman-Allen Hostel London features a lift, a snack and drink vending machine. Offering bag storage, the London hostel…
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  • Davies Court

    7.1 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.3 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (213 reviews)
    Offering a lift, a snack and drink vending machine, the 2-star Davies Court Hostel London is located about a 10-minute ride from Borough Market. Offering Wi-Fi, this…
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  • Rest Up Hostel

    2.9 km to the city centre
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    Very good location
    This property boasts very good location. It has a score 7.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.6
    Good
    (404 reviews)
    Providing a shared lounge and a bar, Rest Up Hostel offers traditional accommodation within 25 minutes' walk of The Museum Of Garden History.
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  • Yha Cambridge

    300 m to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8
    Good
    (1682 reviews)
    Yha Cambridge Hostel is located 12 minutes' walk from Cambridge Science Centre and boasts a picnic area, recreational facilities, and a garden. Located in close proximity to Cambridge Mosque, the…
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  • St Pancras Way, Camden

    3.4 km to the city centre
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    Pleasant location
    This property boasts pleasant location. It has a score 6.2 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7
    Good
    (2 reviews)
    Offering 6 rooms, St Pancras Way, Camden Hostel London boasts a location only 5 minutes on foot from St Pancras Old Church.
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  • Astor Museum Hostel

    1.4 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.4 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (2815 reviews)
    Located 0.6 km from Gordon Square, Astor Museum Hostel London offers a 24-hour front desk and late check-out. Offering Wi-Fi, this London hostel also boasts a central…
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  • Wilson House - Camden

    5.5 km to the city centre
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    8.2
    Excellent
    (502 reviews)
    Featuring Wi-Fi, the 3-star Wilson House - Camden Hostel London is also about 20 minutes' walk from Primrose Hill.
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  • Publove @ The White Ferry, Victoria

    2.4 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.8
    Good
    (4081 reviews)
    The 2-star Publove @ The White Ferry, Victoria hostel is situated in a restaurant area of London, 20 km from London City airport. Located within a 10-minute drive of…
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  • Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old

    4.6 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.3 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.8
    Excellent
    (2833 reviews)
    Situated just 550 metres from the royal museum "Kensington Palace", Urbany Hostel London 18-40 Years Old offers guests to relax on an outdoor terrace. Offering bag storage, the London…
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  • Newington Court

    6.1 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.1 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (55 reviews)
    Offering 14 rooms, the 2-star Newington Court Hostel London boasts a location only 6 minutes on foot from Aviary. The hostel offers bag storage and is located about 15…
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  • Kabannas London St Pancras

    2.5 km to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.5 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (7411 reviews)
    Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Kabannas London St Pancras Hostel offers accommodation a 10-minute ride from Buckingham Palace. Offering a restaurant and luggage storage, the hostel is located…
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