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Popular hostels in London

Discover well-known properties in London that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 38,003 hotels in London and price data was last updated on 25 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in London is ₹ 4,242/night.
These are some of the hostels in London with the highest demand. Users can use the filters present to refine their search even further.
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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
4269 reviews
Location
6.2 km from city centre
₹ 2,390
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
7.2
Good
5616 reviews
Location
2.1 km from city centre
₹ 2,718
86 Tanner's Hill, London, United Kingdom
Adults-only London hostel in Lewisham with a coffee shop A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a library, and tour/ticket assistance. Bathrooms are shared. Book a Bed Hostels offers 70 shared accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and microwaves can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
7.5
Good
1571 reviews
Location
7.4 km from city centre
₹ 2,136
1A Sutherland Street, 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 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
6.9
Good
4906 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
₹ 2,349
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
5609 reviews
Location
4.1 km from city centre
₹ 3,845
102 Lavender Hill, London, United Kingdom
Adults-only London hostel in Wandsworth with a 24-hour front desk 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
2077 reviews
Location
4.3 km from city centre
₹ 2,446
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
6.4
Good
2942 reviews
Location
3.9 km from city centre
₹ 2,773
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
1425 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
₹ 11,184
104 Bolsover Street, London, United Kingdom
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Regent Street 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
5764 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
₹ 3,374
41-42, Cosser St, London, United Kingdom
Adults-only London hostel in London City Centre with a 24-hour front desk 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
7.7
Good
3332 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
₹ 2,592

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 (₹ 77,676). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in London is July (₹ 1,947,494).

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

The cheapest day to stay in London is Monday (₹ 144,713). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 1,492,737.

How much is a hostel in London tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in London tonight starting as low as ₹ 1,328, rising to an average cost of ₹ 9,839, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 1,332 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 ₹ 1,424/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 1,424/night. For a 4-star hostel in London, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 1,716/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 ₹ 2,219 per night.

Top-rated London hostels

Browse through properties in London that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 38,003 properties in London and data was last updated on 25 April 2025.
Our users rated these London hostels among the best places to stay. Skim through hostel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.
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18-24 Fitzroy Street, London, United Kingdom
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 11,772
Avg. per night
27 Montague Street, London, United Kingdom
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,868
Avg. per night
52 Wilson Street, London, United Kingdom
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,922
Avg. per night
172 Westminster Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,902
Avg. per night
71 High Street, Dundee, United Kingdom
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,817
Avg. per night
22 Nelson Street, Bristol, United Kingdom
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,219
Avg. per night
14-16 Craven Hill, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,927
Avg. per night
24 Sumner Street, London, United Kingdom
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 7,597
Avg. per night
1 Starcross Street, London, United Kingdom
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,664
Avg. per night
92-95 Livery Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,448
Avg. per night
628-634 Commercial Road, London, United Kingdom
6.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 18,011
Avg. per night
45 Queensborough Terrace, London, United Kingdom
4.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,533
Avg. per night
56-60 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, United Kingdom
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 3,582
Avg. per night
14 Narrow Quay, Bristol, United Kingdom
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,487
Avg. per night
121 Borough High Street, London, United Kingdom
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,164
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 ₹ 1,280 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 25 April 2025
These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in London at the moment. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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8-10 Queens Parade, Queens Rd, London, United Kingdom
11.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,280
Avg. per night
189 Greenwich High Road, London, United Kingdom
8.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,622
Avg. per night
172 New Kent Road, London, United Kingdom
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,793
Avg. per night
58 Bagleys Lane, London, United Kingdom
5.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,835
Avg. per night
Holland Walk, London, United Kingdom
5.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,852
Avg. per night
48-50 Inverness Terrace, London, United Kingdom
4.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,872
Avg. per night
71-72 Guilford Street, London, United Kingdom
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,878
Avg. per night
13-15 Shepherds Bush Green, London, United Kingdom
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,893
Avg. per night
6 Daventry Street, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,894
Avg. per night
323a New Cross Road, London, United Kingdom
6.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,933
Avg. per night
32 Deptford Church Street, London, United Kingdom
7.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,963
Avg. per night
95 Effra Road, London, United Kingdom
5.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,963
Avg. per night
90 Shields Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 1,996
Avg. per night
6A Great Dover Street, London, United Kingdom
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,038
Avg. per night
54 New Dover Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 2,049
Avg. per night
191 Queensgate, London, United Kingdom
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,081
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 25 April 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in London. We've also highlighted the most popular hostels and best value within each hostel class.
4 stars +
Yha London St Pauls, 36 Carter Lane, London, United Kingdom
₹ 5,288
54 New Dover Road, Canterbury, United Kingdom
₹ 2,049
3 stars
40 College Crescent, London, United Kingdom
₹ 2,390
144-152 Walworth Road, London, United Kingdom
₹ 2,718
56-60 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, United Kingdom
₹ 3,582
2 stars and under
1A Sutherland Street, London, United Kingdom
₹ 2,349
7 Dock Street, London, United Kingdom
₹ 3,845
104 Bolsover Street, London, United Kingdom
₹ 3,374
71-72 Guilford Street, London, United Kingdom
₹ 1,878
48-50 Inverness Terrace, London, United Kingdom
₹ 1,872

Other accommodations in London

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in London.
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Palace Gate, London, United Kingdom
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 69,888
Avg. per night
22-28 Shepherd Street, London, United Kingdom
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 31,863
Avg. per night
Chelsea Harbour, London SW10 0XG, London, United Kingdom
4.7 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 18,319
Avg. per night
54 Buckingham Gate, London, United Kingdom
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 26,777
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 18,366
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
7.3 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 20,841
Avg. per night
London, United Kingdom
3.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 30,810
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 25 April 2025.
Whether you're visiting London for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. You can find more information on a particular hostel within the map by clicking on its name.

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 25 April 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in London?

    Hostels in London will cost ₹ 4,242 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 910 per night. A good deal on a London hostel would be ₹ 3,903 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in July may be more expensive, whereas booking in January is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in London?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in London, Onefam Notting Hill is currently the best, based on 2,025 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.9/10.

  • What hostel is closest to London Heathrow Airport?

    St Christopher's Inn Shepherd's Bush is 16.9 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?

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in London is City of Westminster, according to our data. 7% of users who searched for hostels in London looked for properties in City of Westminster. If you’re interested in staying in City of Westminster, consider the Smart Hyde Park View - Hostel - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

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

    St Christopher's The Inn - London Bridge happens to be the most popular London hostel near Borough Market among our users. The St Christopher's The Inn - London Bridge has a current rating of 6.7 from 1,142 HotelsCombined travellers. Borough Market is also conveniently located just 0.2 km from this hostel.

  • Should I stay in a London hostel?

    Aside from the fact that London hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in London.

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