About

This hostel is for 18 - 35-year olds ONLY.

Welcome to London Backpackers, Your home in London!
Our goal is to give you an unforgettable experience creating memories that last a lifetime, all while enjoying the beautiful city of London.
With Hendon Central Underground Metro Station right across the street, you are just a heartbeat away from the centre of the city and all its beauty. We also have easy access to nearby airports.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:
Our facilities are there to make your stay with us as comfortable as possible. We are a social hostel with multiple activities per week like Free Family Dinners, Game nights, and Party/pub nights.
Our bunk beds have Privacy Curtain, USB Charging Ports, Power Sockets, and Reading Light. Also there are free lockers to use in the room, and extra lockers can be rented for only £1 a day.
We supply a fully equipped kitchen for cooking, free linen, internet access, TV, books, City Maps, UK Sim Cards, and our private rooms with towels. For your convenience we also provide a laundry room with washer and dryer.
The communal area in our basement, with a free pool table, TV, games and chill spots, will be the place where you can be social and hang out with other travellers or take a moment for yourself and relax.

AROUND THE HOSTEL
The neighbourhood of Hendon has everything you might need. It is a diverse place with different things to explore and a true local vibe. There is a variety of restaurants to enjoy some good food. From the Traditional English Breakfasts to Italian, Indian, Lebanese and even those Instagram worthy coffee hotspots.
Hendon Park is situated right next to our hostel. With a large football field, tennis courts, basketball courts, and free sport equipment, it is a great place to get active during the day, soak up the sun, or chill out with friends in the evening.
For your convenience you will find Tesco, Sainsbury's, and other international shops 2 min walk from the hostel. They are all open until late at night.
We are a 10-minute walk away from Middlesex University as well as Brent Cross shopping centre where you will easily spend a day worth exploring and shopping. The Royal Air Force museum is right by the next underground station!

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Check In is from 3PM to 1AM and Checkout is Before 10AM. Passport, Identity Card or Driver License is Required from all Guests. We accept cash in British Pounds and most cards. Please note the reception is open from 8AM till 1AM.

For group bookings please contact the hostel directly.
If you are looking for long term accommodation, email us for room and price availability.
Our rates are not expensive, but our hostel is packed with amenities tailored for young people looking for comfort at a modest price with a friendly atmosphere.
Bookings made on this or any website are Not Valid for Existing Guests. If you are and Existing Guest and make an Online Booking, your Booking will be honoured but you will be charged the Full Nightly Rate.
In the event of a NO SHOW or LATE CANCELLATION, Guests will be charged a Cancellation Fee Equal to the First Night of the Booking.
NOTE: you must confirm your booking 24 hours prior to arrival by email to let us know you still want it; if you need to modify, please email us.

We are looking forward to welcome you in London and show you all the best that this city, and the hostel life has to offer. See you soon!

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Age Restriction
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Adaptors
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Postal Service
  • Housekeeping
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Reviews

8.7Fabulous(4898)
  • Value for Money
    9.1
  • Security
    9.2
  • Atmosphere
    8.6
  • Cleanliness
    8.6
  • Staff
    9.5
  • Location
    7.8
  • Facilities
    8.4
Summary of traveller reviews

London Backpackers offers a friendly and social atmosphere, with incredibly helpful staff who make guests feel welcome. Its location is convenient, being right next to a tube station for easy city access. Many travellers appreciate the organised social events and free dinners, making it ideal for solo travellers looking to connect. Some recent feedback mentions that the showers can be a bit cramped and the water pressure inconsistent.

Stayed in Jul 2026
4.9
M
Mette
Couple, 25-30, Denmark
decent stay for one night. weird atmosphere. bad location in regards to london center, but close to the metro station.
Stayed in Jun 2026
5.4
L
Lovely
Female, 18-24, USA
Good stay for being my Wembley stadium. If not doing that.. There’s not much in the area. It’s a little ruff but not bad. I enjoyed my stay at Urbany Hostel much better. I had a friend group but outside of that people did not socialize with strangers. I am a solo traveler and I had people ignore me or show clear disinterest. I have not had that before at past hostels.
Stayed in Jun 2026
8.9
J
Jake
Male, 18-24, USA
this was the best social environment hostel I've ever been to. the staff are so friendly and chill and they hang out as if they were guests. the guests that were staying here made a great crowd. the location is far from the city but right along the tube which is convenient.
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Location

8/10 Queens Parade, Queens Road, Hendon Central, London, England
11.9km from city centre