What is the cost of a hostel in London?

Hostels in London will cost ₹ 6,639 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 1,260 per night. A good deal on a London hostel would be ₹ 3,808 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in September may be more expensive, whereas booking in February is the cheapest month of the year.

What’s the best hostel in London?

While there may be other highly-rated hostels in London, Wombat's City Hostel London is currently the best, based on 6,904 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.7/10.

What hostel is closest to London Heathrow Airport?

Safestay London Kensington Holland Park is 18.0 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. 2% 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 - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

What is the most popular hostel in London closest to British Museum Reading Room?

Astor Museum Inn Hostel happens to be the most popular London hostel near British Museum Reading Room among our users. The Astor Museum Inn Hostel has a current rating of 8.0 from 3,291 HotelsCombined travellers. British Museum Reading Room 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.

Does London have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

Yes, there are 27 hostels in London with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity, the most popular being Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage (based on user data).

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in London?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in London is January (₹ 3,986). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in London is December (₹ 7,212).

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

The cheapest day to stay in London is Tuesday (₹ 2,718). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 8,444.

How much is a hostel in London tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in London tonight starting as low as ₹ 1,385, rising to an average cost of ₹ 12,773, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 2,429 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 ₹ 2,162/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 2,162/night. For a 4-star hostel in London, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 2,444/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in London?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to London. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was ₹ 3,037 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in London, England

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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The Queens Hostel

121 South Africa road, London, United Kingdom

7.2 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

₹ 1,898

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in London?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in London is January (₹ 3,986). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in London is December (₹ 7,212).

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

The cheapest day to stay in London is Tuesday (₹ 2,718). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 8,444.

How much is a hostel in London tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in London tonight starting as low as ₹ 1,385, rising to an average cost of ₹ 12,773, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 2,429 for a 4-star hostel in London for tonight.

How much is a London hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in London?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to London. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was ₹ 3,037 per night.

Cheapest hostels in London, England

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What is the cost of a hostel in London?

What’s the best hostel in London?

What hostel is closest to London Heathrow Airport?

What area of London is most popular to stay in?

What is the most popular hostel in London closest to British Museum Reading Room?

Should I stay in a London hostel?

Does London have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

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