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Wombat's City Hostel London
3.57km from city centre
Our Wombat's City Hostel is located in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, right next to the famous Tower Bridge and Tower of London, charming markets, authentic pubs and many other places of historical interest.
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€30.02St Christopher's London Bridge - The Village
1.78km from city centre
St Christopher's Inn at The Village in London Bridge offers Japanese-style capsule beds and private rooms with views of the Shard, as well as a continental breakfast, a bar and easy access to two tube stations.
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€16.99Palmers Lodge - Swiss Cottage
6.5km from city centre
Whether you're a backpacker, flash-packer or a budget traveller, Palmers Lodge has everything you need fo
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€27.45Onefam Waterloo
0.65km from city centre
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€23.19Onefam Notting Hill
5.47km from city centre
The perfect place for solo travelers to connect, explore and party! Join the Onefam Family and let us show you the beautiful city of London! What really makes our hostel unique and what has helped us win HostelWorld awards year after year, are our amazing...
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€18.99Astor Hyde Park
4.34km from city centre
Located in the most beautiful and charming neighbourhood in London, Astor Hyde Park is one minute from Hyde Park and surrounded by some of London's greatest museums
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€17.80Urbany Hostel London
5.39km from city centre
Urbany Hostel London offers a perfect spot to explore the city in a typical Victorian terraced house in Notting Hill. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, towel rental, basic laundry service and CCTV for security.
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€18.99Astor Victoria
1.8km from city centre
With Victoria Station and Buckingham Palace a few minutes walk away, it is hard to beat to this location!
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€17.80Zedwell Capsule Hotel Piccadilly Circus
1.64km from city centre
Conveniently located next to Piccadilly Circus Underground station, the Zedwell Capsule hotel is designed
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€37.83PubLove @ The Steam Engine, Waterloo
0.46km from city centre
The heart & soul of London backpacking Pull up a bar stool and talk until morning at PubLove’s most sociable Hostel-Pub.
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€19.94Astor Museum Inn
2.24km from city centre
This hostel's great location near the British Museum, 24-hour reception, CCTV, storage lockers, free WiFi, dining room, common area, lounge with sofas, free city maps, and discounts
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€17.80London Backpackers
11.9km from city centre
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€17.80Astor Oxford Street
2.14km from city centre
A peaceful little hideaway just steps away from one of the busiest streets in the world. Astor Oxford
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€22.55Astor Kensington
4.92km from city centre
Located a short walk from Notting Hill, Hyde Park and Kensington Palace (home of William, Kate, and the Royal Babies!) it is easy to see why so many people fall in love with this neighbourhood.
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€17.80Destinations Hostels @ The Gallery
1.72km from city centre
Destinations Hostels @ The Gallery is 10min walk from the Tate Britain museum. 15 mins walk from Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, the London Eye and Buckingham palace and 20mins from Trafalgar square.
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€29.67Smart Camden Inn Hostel
4.38km from city centre
Located in the middle of Camden Town, we’re the closest hostel to Camden Markets and if you’re angling for access to all the partying and good times you could want, without compromising on security, comfort, and cleanliness, then we’re where you want to be!...
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€17.73International Students House
3.26km from city centre
International Students House provides affordable accommodation in Central London, with a variety of room types and a vibrant student centre with free amenities.
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The Walrus Hostel
0.18km from city centre
The Walrus Hostel offers a convenient location near many of London's famous landmarks, a fully equipped guest kitchen, a traditional English pub, and a safe environment for those under 18s when accompanied by a guardian.
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€21.36St Christopher's Liverpool Street
3.17km from city centre
Our Liverpool Street hostel is the newest of our London hostels, built only in 2017. Just a stroll away from London's coolest neighbourhood Shoreditch.
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€23.58Hostelle - women only hostel London
5.07km from city centre
Near the Hostelle you will find the London Wall at 2.8 km, the Tower Bridge at 3.3 km, the London Eye at 5.7 km, the Trafalgar Square at 5.7 km, the Sra Life Centre London Aquarium at 5.9 km, and the Sky Garden at 2.8 km, among other attractions.
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€26.11St Christopher's London Bridge - The Inn
1.85km from city centre
The best features of the property include its convenient location near attractions such as the London Eye and Tower Bridge, as well as its modern bathrooms and bedrooms and traditional pub downstairs.
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€18.18Smart Hyde Park View Hostel
4.75km from city centre
You can relax in Hyde Park, visit all London's attractions or go shopping on the local high street.
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€19.22Prime Backpackers Angel
3.62km from city centre
The hostel is housed in a historic building in beautiful Angel (borough of Islington). Our goal is to
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€27.29Barmy Badger Backpackers
5.51km from city centre
The Badger features 2 dogs, complimentary breakfast, 120 megabyte WiFi, USB ports in all rooms, personal lockers with laptop safety, tea and coffee all day, bbq and garden access, luggage storage
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€29.67YHA London Central
2.89km from city centre
We offer seven floors of modern, stylish, budget accommodation and is situated just five minutes walk from Oxford Street.
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€29.67YHA London St Pauls
1.86km from city centre
YHA London St Pauls offers a unique experience with its location opposite St. Paul's Cathedral and close to many of London's top attractions. It also has a range of activities like free walking tours, pub crawls, group trips to West End shows, and more.
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€23.73YMCA Indian Student Hostel
2.96km from city centre
Experience London from the heart of Fitzroy Square at the YMCA Indian Student Hostel! Our prime location
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YHA London Earls Court
5.14km from city centre
YHA London Earl's Court offers a convenient base for exploring London with easy access to Heathrow and Gatwick, as well as nearby attractions like the Royal Albert Hall, Natural History Museum
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€24.92Mornington Camden
4.09km from city centre
Close to Central London and the Metro, a beautiful luxurious new Women only Hostel, with a hotel like atmosphere. Family Staff, a great price all inclusive, you will love staying here.
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€40.70Cricketers Hostel
1.38km from city centre
Fully refurbished, newly open backpackers hostel in central London. Ideally located for exploring mai
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Onefam Notting Hill
5.47km from city centre
From€18.99
Urbany Hostel London
5.39km from city centre
From€18.99
Onefam Waterloo
0.65km from city centre
From€23.19
YHA London Central
2.89km from city centre
From€29.67
YHA London St Pauls
1.86km from city centre
From€21.75
Wombat's City Hostel London
3.57km from city centre
From€30.02
Barmy Badger Backpackers
5.51km from city centre
From€29.67
International Students House
3.26km from city centre
From€49.98
Mornington Camden
4.09km from city centre
From€40.70
Astor Hyde Park
4.34km from city centre
From€17.80
Destinations Hostels @ The Gallery
1.72km from city centre
From€29.67
Palmers Lodge - Swiss Cottage
6.5km from city centre
From€27.45
London Backpackers
11.9km from city centre
From€17.80
Smart Hyde Park View Hostel
4.75km from city centre
From€19.22
Astor Oxford Street
2.14km from city centre
From€20.47
YHA London Earls Court
5.14km from city centre
From€24.92
About London
🎡Hostels in London for Backpackers & Solo Travellers: Big Sights, Buzzing Pubs & River Walks
London in 2026? Yes please. With royal landmarks by day and pub crawls by night, it’s a city where solo travellers never feel alone. Whether you're riding the tube, catching free views from Primrose Hill, or swapping stories in your hostel's common room, London delivers adventure with a side of conversation.
🏠 Where to Stay in London
There’s no single way to do London — and that’s exactly why hostels are perfect. Want to party in Camden? Stay canal-side in Paddington? Sleep on a boat in Greenwich? Hostelworld lists over 93 Hostels in London — all rated by travellers like you, with more than 350692 reviews. In London hostels you can find:
- Shared dorms and private rooms
- Social lounges, games nights, and kitchen access
- Rooftop bars, garden patios, and onsite cafés
- Free breakfasts, pub crawls, and local tips from the staff
In London, a good hostel isn’t just where you crash — it’s where the stories start.
🏆 Top Hostels to Stay in London in 2026
Hunting for the best-rated Hostels in the city? According to Hostelworld.com travellers, these are two crowd favourites:
- Wombat's City Hostel London – ★ 9.1/10 – Wombat's City Hostel London
- St Christopher's London Bridge - The Village – ★ 7.88/10 – St Christopher's London Bridge - The Village
🗺️ Neighbourhoods to Explore
- Camden – Alt vibes, food stalls, punk shops and canal-side hangouts
- Soho – The nightlife heart, with theatre, drag shows, and ramen at 2am
- Shoreditch – Edgy, arty, full of vintage shops and rooftop venues
- Notting Hill – Instagram-ready streets and chilled cafés
New to the city? Our guide to where to stay in London for the first time breaks down each area with travel-friendly insights.
🚇 Getting Around London
- From the airport: Gatwick Express, Heathrow Express or coaches get you to the city fast
- Underground: Contactless or Oyster card = your best friend
- Biking: Santander cycles everywhere — and lots of bike lanes
- Walking: Use Google Maps to avoid crowds and discover local gems
- Buses: Night buses run late and cheap — even when the Tube stops
🌍 Want More Hostel Adventures?
Check out other top-rated hostels across England → England Hostels