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!

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House Rules

Check In

16:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Non Smoking
  • 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

7.0Very Good(1232)
  • Value for Money
    6.8
  • Security
    7.5
  • Atmosphere
    6.2
  • Cleanliness
    6.0
  • Staff
    8.0
  • Location
    8.7
  • Facilities
    6.1
Summary of traveller reviews

Clink261 in London offers a fantastic location, especially for travellers using King's Cross and St. Pancras stations. Staff are frequently praised for their friendliness and helpfulness. However, many recent reviews highlight significant issues with rooms being extremely hot and poorly ventilated, making sleep difficult. Some guests also mention cleanliness concerns in bathrooms and a lack of space.

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Stayed in Sept 2026
4.3
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Jared
Male, 41+, South Africa
not cleaned regularly and too few toilets and showers for lots of people.
Stayed in Sept 2026
4.3
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Micaela
Female, 25-30, Argentina
It has lovely staff and good location but unfortunately i cant recommend this hostel. Its looks like it could have potential but at the moment cant recommend. I expected a place to have fun and meet new people but it wasnt. The whole hostel smells like bleach. In the mixed dorm i was expecting to see people of my age but instead i have encountered people in their 50s as the youngest. Its a hostel for people who low key live there and work there, not for holidays and fun or a hostel experience.
Stayed in Aug 2026
10
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Freya
Female, 25-30, England
Very convenient and nice stay here, only stayed briefly before an early flight but seems like a good hostel. I forgot to ask their names but the two night receptionists were so helpful and friendly, thanks so much!
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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".