Kensal Green Backpackers

7.1Very Good(3772)

HostelLondon, EnglandView map8.23km from city centre

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About

Kensal Green Backpackers is a legendary hostel full of character, aiming to provide a stay in a fun, affordable and safe enviroment.

We are located right across the road from Kensal Green tube and overground station (Bakerloo line) and bus no: 18 will take you to the heart of London 24 hours a day.
Our friendly team of multi-lingual staff are happy to assist you 24/7.

Fresh linen, Wi-Fi, comfortable beds, hot showers are all included in your stay. All our rooms have showers and water basins.

At our amazing hostel you will have free access to:

-Full facility kitchens
-Dining space
-Large lounge with pool table and Sky-TV
-Free weekly entertainment

Affordable extras

-Laundry service (wash&dry)
-Bar
-Coffee shop
-Restaurant
-Breakfast available at reasonable cost
-Storage room
-Adaptors
-Towels for hire
-Tourist information and advice on local attractions and transport

Please note that valid photo ID is mandatory for check-in. We ask for a £10 in cash, key deposit which would be returned to you upon check out.
Kensal Green Backpackers only caters for travellers aged between 18-40 yrs old.

House Rules

Check In

0:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

Taxes Included

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Facilities

Free WiFi
Free Internet Access
Adaptors
Coworking Space
Luggage Storage
24 Hour Reception
Tours/Travel Desk
Currency Exchange

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Reviews

7.1Very Good(3772)

Value for Money
7.7
Security
7.7
Atmosphere
6.3
Cleanliness
8.0
Staff
7.7
Location
6.7
Facilities
6.0

Stayed in Jun 2025

4.0

David

Male, 31-40, USA

Gritty and unpleasant

Stayed in Jun 2025

Laurentiu-Daniel

Male, 41+, Romania

great place to be! for money value

Stayed in Jun 2025

8.3

Nathalie

Female, 41+, France

Nice hostel with very good bed. And good staff.

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Location

639 Harrow Road, London, England

8.2km from city centre

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