About

Welcome to Clink261!
Just a 5-minute walk from King's Cross Tube and St. Pancras International Station, Clink261 is your cozy, centrally located home away from home in London. We've been welcoming travellers for 20 years, and our laid-back vibe keeps backpackers coming back. With free Wi-Fi throughout the building, a self-catering kitchen, friendly staff, and comfy sofas, you'll feel right at home in our unique British-themed interiors, housed in a revitalized old Student Union building.
Choose from shared dorms, girls-only dorms, or private rooms—all featuring bunk beds with reading lights, USB/electric ports, and lockers (bring your own padlock). Towels are included in private rooms and available for a small fee in shared or private dorms. Our 24/7 reception offers discounted tickets on tours and attractions, and our friendly team is always ready to help with any questions. Please note, Clink261 is a cashless hostel, and guests must present a debit/credit card at check-in.
Located in the bustling and creative King's Cross area, Clink261 is close to the famous gig venue 'Water Rats', an open-air swimming pool, and 'Kerb' Street Food Market at Granary Square. The British Museum and Camden Market are just a 25–30-minute walk away, and all of London’s major sights are easily accessible by public transport. Although we don’t have on-site parking, nearby options include the Judd Street NCP Car Park. Be sure to check our Terms & Conditions before booking and contact us directly for group bookings of 10 or more guests. We can’t wait to welcome you to Clink261!

House Rules

Check In

16:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Adaptors
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Internet access
  • Book Exchange
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Reviews

7.3Very Good(1216)
  • Value for Money
    7.2
  • Security
    7.9
  • Atmosphere
    6.5
  • Cleanliness
    6.3
  • Staff
    8.2
  • Location
    8.7
  • Facilities
    6.4
Summary of traveller reviews

Clink261 in London offers a fantastic location, perfect for travellers needing easy access to transport links. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff. However, many recent reviews highlight that the rooms are very small and can be uncomfortably hot, with poor ventilation, especially during warmer months. Some also mention issues with cleanliness in bathrooms and noise.

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Stayed in Jul 2026
9.4
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Phil
Male, 41+, England
The location is perfect, has a great atmosphere and the staff are fab, really helpful. I booked one of the pods and despite having a fan, it was unbearably hot. I probably slept about 40 mins in total. Apart from the lack of sleep, the rest was great.
Stayed in Jul 2026
9.7
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Alex
Female, 31-40, Falkland Islands (malvinas)
I love it here and will certainly stay again!
Stayed in Jul 2026
8.0
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Tomasz
Male, 41+, Poland
It was really good; the only downside during my stay was the terrible heat—even though there was a fan in every room, it was stiflingly hot and hard to sleep. I would definitely recommend it, though, especially considering the rooms hold anywhere from a few to over a dozen people and lack windows. But everything else was fine.
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Location

261-265 Grays Inn Road, Kings Cross, London, England
3.2km from city centre
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Hostelworld says

Clink261 is near King's Cross St Pancras station, connecting travellers to both the Eurostar and Heathrow Airport. Our users have said that staying at this "really clean and friendly" hostel "was like having a little family". This hostel is "great for a cheap pace to stay in London", "in a great location, walking distance from anything you like". Many Hostelworld visitors have said they'd stay here again, with one user saying they "love the design of this hostel and the fact that it's smaller and a bit more intimate".