About

International Students House provides affordable and friendly accommodation in Central London. There are a range of room types from shared dorm rooms to private doubles. Wi-fi is free and accessible throughout the building. Live music and shows are hosted at our venues - more information can be found at 229.london



ISH Bar provides a fun and friendly environment, serving food and drink at affordable prices. Breakfast, lunch and dinner can all be bought by guests if they're feeling hungry. There are also regular free events, such as karaoke and club nights.

International Students House is located in Central London - zone 1, within walking distance from Regent's Park and Oxford Circus. Regent's Park is one of the Royal Parks of London. It contains the London Zoo. Oxford Circus is the busy intersection of Oxford Street and Regent Street in the West End of London. Oxford Street offers an unrivalled shopping experience thanks to its exciting mix of high-street fashion and international brands.

Please keep in mind that as this is a student accommodation and music venue, there may be noise especially on the weekends

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Adaptors
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Housekeeping
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Reviews

9.2Superb(1224)
  • Value for Money
    9.0
  • Security
    9.8
  • Atmosphere
    8.6
  • Cleanliness
    9.1
  • Staff
    9.7
  • Location
    10.0
  • Facilities
    8.4
Summary of traveller reviews

International Students House in London offers a fantastic location, praised for its proximity to transport and attractions. Guests frequently highlight the friendly and helpful staff, and the cleanliness of the rooms. While generally good value, some recent reviews mention rooms can be uncomfortably warm due to a lack of air conditioning, and occasional issues with heating or hot water.

Stayed in Aug 2026
10
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Bartel
Male, 41+, Belgium
International Students House is a charity, without VAT for business travellers as myself. Good to know, when you stay in student apartment as individual travellers we help to fund student residence for students with no economic funds to study in London at ISH. Student Apartment single room Good to work at large desk, you are in UK, bring adapters is with common bathroom & toilets , that was perfect state in my stay. Entrance in front of metro Great Portland street, next to hospital
Stayed in Aug 2026
8.6
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Anonymous
Male, 31-40, Germany
Having stayed at International Students House several times for short stays, it's always a pleasure. The staff is friendly and helpful, the rooms are clean, the downstairs bar is convenient, and the location is great with splendid public transport connections and many shops and food places in the vicinity. The house is a bit dated and quirky, which could be improved. This time there was a problem with my room late in the evening and the staff moved me to a new room without any discussion – great
Stayed in Aug 2026
8.3
L
Leni
Female, 18-24, Belgium
It's not the most luxe place to stay at, but the staff is really helpful and it feels like a safe space. The location is also incredible if you're doing a city trip. If it's a heatwave, I think it would be quite impossible to sleep there because of the heat and the lack of ventilation in the single bed rooms. I didn't really feel good in my room because of the heat and the bathroom stank pretty bad. But the reception immediately gave me another one that felt way better. I'm extremely thankful.
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Location

229 Great Portland Street, London, England
3.3km from city centre