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Number of reviews
7,072
Accommodation
101 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$57
Highest Price
AU$605

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: 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 WiFi, a restaurant and a bar. You’ll find towels, hairdryers and linens in all rooms. Generator London - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Russell Square Underground Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a nightclub and a restaurant. Rooms come with showers, lockers and linens. Wombat’s City Hostel London - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Tower Gateway Station and Aldgate East Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels, showers and lockers in all rooms. Kensal Green Backpackers 1 - 2-minute walk from Kensal Green Underground Station for easy access to public transport. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant and a bar. You’ll find showers in all rooms. YHA London Central - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Great Portland Street Underground Station. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant and a bar. You’ll find towels and linens in all rooms.
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 102 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 Trafalgar Square, Piccadilly Circus and London Eye. Get out into nature with places such as Hyde Park, Leicester Square and Russell Square. Cultural attractions include The British Museum, O2 Arena and Royal Albert Hall.
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 London Charing Cross Station, Tottenham Court Road Station or London Waterloo Station.

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