Hostels in London

103 venues
  1. 1
    5.0 (2)
    Apartment 5, 53a Stratford Rd, London E13 0NF, UK
  2. 2
    5.0 (1)
    48 Cranbrook Rd, Cranbrook, Ilford IG1 4NF, UK
  3. 3
    4.8 (52)
    153 Earlham Grove, London E7 9AP, UK
  4. 4
    4.6 (2507)
    8-10, Queens Parade, Queens Rd, London NW4 3NS, UK
  5. 5
    4.6 (339)
    51 Grove Rd., Bow, London E3 4PE, UK
  6. 6
    4.6 (68)
    52 Holland Park, London W11 3RS, UK
  7. 7
    4.6 (53)
    35 Craven Terrace, London W2 3EL, UK
  8. 8
    4.5 (375)
    48-49 Prince's Square, London W2 4PX, UK
  9. 9
    4.5 (346)
    null, 73 Lambeth Walk, London SE11 6DX, UK
  10. 10
    4.5 (16)
    28 Argyle Rd, Ilford IG1 3BQ, UK
  11. 11
    4.5 (2)
    270 Earls Ct Rd, London SW5 9AS, UK
  12. 12
    4.4 (3561)
    7 Dock St, London E1 8LL, UK
  13. 13
    4.4 (925)
    38 Bolton Gardens, London SW5 0AQ, UK
  14. 14
    4.4 (464)
    207 Romford Rd, London E7 9HL, UK
  15. 15
    4.4 (265)
    17 Longridge Rd, London SW5 9SB, UK
  16. 16
    4.3 (978)
    63 Prince's Square, London W2 4PX, UK
  17. 17
    4.3 (702)
    14 Noel St, London W1F 8GJ, UK
  18. 18
    4.3 (11)
    The Steam Engine, 41-42 Cosser St, London SE1 7BU, UK
  19. 19
    4.2 (1717)
    104 Bolsover St, London W1W 5NU, UK
  20. 20
    4.2 (1606)
    40 College Cres, South Hampstead, London NW3 5LB, UK
  21. 21
    4.2 (1554) €€
    41- 42 Cosser St, London SE1 7BU, UK
  22. 22
    4.2 (895)
    27 Montague St, London WC1B 5BH, UK
  23. 23
    4.2 (437)
    333 City Rd, London EC1V 1LJ, UK
  24. 24
    4.2 (356)
    168 Pitfield St, London N1 6JP, UK
  25. 25
    4.2 (355)
    52 Wilson St, London EC2A 2ER, UK
  26. 26
    4.2 (279)
    18 Paul St, London EC2A 4JH, UK
  27. 27
    4.2 (112)
    104 Broadway, London E15 1NG, UK
  28. 28
    4.2 (20)
    Wilson House, 161 Goldhurst Terrace, London NW6 3ET, UK
  29. 29
    4.2 (5)
    386 High St N, London E12 6PH, UK
  30. 30
    4.1 (1522)
    Highbridge Rd, Barking IG11 7BA, UK
  31. 31
    4.1 (1346) €
    172 Westminster Bridge Rd, London SE1 7RW, UK
  32. 32
    4.1 (1090)
    102 Lavender Hill, London SW11 5RD, UK
  33. 33
    4.1 (74)
    146 Newington Butts, London SE11 4RN, UK
  34. 34
    4.1 (30)
    9 Sprowston Rd, London E7 9AD, UK
  35. 35
    4.1 (14)
    1 Lupus St, Pimlico, London SW1V 3AS, UK
  36. 36
    4.0 (1139)
    191 Queen's Gate, South Kensington, London SW7 5EU, UK
  37. 37
    4.0 (1055)
    20 Salter Rd, London SE16 5PR, UK
  38. 38
    4.0 (892)
    36 Carter Ln, London EC4V 5AB, UK
  39. 39
    4.0 (245)
    458 Bethnal Grn Rd, London E2 0EA, UK
  40. 40
    4.0 (162)
    7 Bedford Pl, London WC1B 5JE, UK
  41. 41
    4.0 (31)
    14-16 Craven Hill, London W2 3DU, UK
  42. 42
    4.0 (21)
    20 Maple St, London W1T 5HB, UK
  43. 43
    4.0 (1)
    49 Milton Ave, London E6 1BG, UK
  44. 44
    3.9 (3111)
    161-165, 165 Borough High St, London SE1 1HR, UK
  45. 45
    3.9 (2675)
    261-265 Gray's Inn Rd, London WC1X 8QT, UK
  46. 46
    3.9 (1501)
    1 Woolwich Manor Way, London E6 5NT, UK
  47. 47
    3.9 (1492)
    The London Pavillion, Shaftesbury Ave, Piccadilly Circus, London W1J 0DA, UK
  48. 48
    3.9 (1007) €€
    1 Starcross St, London NW1 2HR, UK
  49. 49
    3.9 (862)
    Highbridge Rd, Barking IG11 7BA, UK
  50. 50
    3.9 (578)
    45 Queensborough Terrace, London W2 3SY, UK
  51. 51
    3.9 (299)
    51 S Africa Rd, London W12 7PA, UK
  52. 52
    3.9 (16)
    218 Uxbridge Rd, London W12 7JD, UK
  53. 53
    3.8 (1473)
    1A Sutherland St, Pimlico, London SW1V 4LD, UK
  54. 54
    3.8 (614)
    Pianoworks, 4 Arboretum Pl, London, Barking IG11 7RX, UK
  55. 55
    3.8 (495)
    62-64 Cranbrook Rd, Cranbrook, Ilford IG1 4NH, UK
  56. 56
    3.8 (137)
    Drummond St, London NW1 3HZ, UK
  57. 57
    3.7 (5907)
    37 Tavistock Pl, London WC1H 9SE, UK
  58. 58
    3.7 (3062)
    144-152 Walworth Rd, Elephant and Castle, London SE17 1JL, UK
  59. 59
    3.7 (1968)
    Essex, Highbridge Rd, Barking IG11 7BA, UK
  60. 60
    3.7 (1936)
    16 Leinster Terrace, London W2 3EU, UK
  61. 61
    3.7 (1367)
    Victoria Hotel, 73 Belgrave Rd, Pimlico, London SW1V 2BG, UK
  62. 62
    3.7 (884)
    189 Greenwich High Rd, London SE10 8JQ, UK
  63. 63
    3.7 (501)
    13-15 Shepherd's Bush Grn, London W12 8PH, UK
  64. 64
    3.7 (11)
    388 Strone Rd, London E12 6TN, UK
  65. 65
    3.6 (2290)
    Holland Park Ave, Holland Walk, London W8 7QU, UK
  66. 66
    3.6 (981)
    6A Great Dover St, London SE1 4XW, UK
  67. 67
    3.6 (871)
    28 Hammersmith Broadway, London W6 7AB, UK
  68. 68
    3.5 (1166)
    6 Daventry St, London NW1 5NX, UK
  69. 69
    3.5 (748)
    Clements Rd, Ilford IG1 1BP, UK
  70. 70
    3.5 (690)
    10-20 Kingsland Rd, London E2 8DA, UK
  71. 71
    3.5 (290)
    Bell House, 91 Bell St, Greater, London NW1 6TL, UK
  72. 72
    3.4 (736)
    58 Bagleys Ln, London SW6 2BH, UK
  73. 73
    3.4 (491)
    86 Tanner's Hill, London SE8 4PN, UK
  74. 74
    3.4 (189)
    43 Romford Rd, London E15 4LY, UK
  75. 75
    3.4 (23)
    57 Desford Rd, London E16 4NJ, UK
  76. 76
    3.4 (11)
    2 Mafeking Ave, London E6 3BH, UK
  77. 77
    3.4 (9)
    180 Park Ave, Barking IG11 8QY, UK
  78. 78
    3.3 (3356)
    71-72 Guilford St, London WC1N 1DF, UK
  79. 79
    3.3 (2200)
    48-50 Inverness Terrace, London W2 3JA, UK
  80. 80
    3.3 (777)
    Forest House, 21-25 York Rd, Ilford IG1 3AD, UK
  81. 81
    3.3 (526)
    54 Mansfield Rd, Ilford IG1 3BD, UK
  82. 82
    3.3 (81)
    16 Talbot Square, Tyburnia, London W2 5LH, UK
  83. 83
    3.3 (15)
    45 Romford Rd, London E15 4DT, UK
  84. 84
    3.3 (6)
    23 Outram Rd, London E6 1JP, UK
  85. 85
    3.2 (209)
    105 Godwin Rd, London E7 0LW, UK
  86. 86
    3.1 (417)
    14 Queensberry Pl, South Kensington, London SW7 2EA, UK
  87. 87
    3.0 (841)
    22-24 Coventry Rd, Ilford IG1 4QR, UK
  88. 88
    3.0 (671)
    73 Lambeth Walk, London SE11 6DX, UK
  89. 89
    3.0 (301)
    50 Mansfield Rd, Ilford IG1 3BD, UK
  90. 90
    3.0 (242)
    1 Ripple Rd, Barking IG11 7NP, UK
  91. 91
    2.9 (685)
    Pentland House, 30 Old Rd, London SE13 5SZ, UK
  92. 92
    2.9 (305)
    60 Woodlands Rd, Ilford IG1 1JN, UK
  93. 93
    2.8 (292)
    11 Church St, London E15 3HU, UK
  94. 94
    2.8 (146)
    26 Prince's Square, London W2 4NJ, UK
  95. 95
    2.8 (34)
    348 Katherine Rd, London E7 8NW, UK
  96. 96
    2.7 (925)
    639 Harrow Rd, London NW10 5NU, UK
  97. 97
    2.4 (384)
    323A New Cross Rd, London SE14 6AS, UK
  98. 98
    2.4 (184)
    9-15 York Rd, Ilford IG1 3AD, UK
  99. 99
    2.4 (37)
    4A Argyle Rd, Ilford IG1 3BQ, UK
  100. 100
    2.2 (78)
    30 Chatsworth Rd, London NW2 4BS, UK
  101. 101
    1.0 (2)
    Culpeper Court, Kennington Rd, London SE11 6QR, UK
  102. 102
    Indian YMCA
    41, Fitzroy Street, London, W1T 6AQ
  103. 103
    Chatsworth Hotel, 39 Chatsworth Rd, London NW2 4BL, UK

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Guide to Hostels in London

Choosing the right hostel in London can define your entire travel experience. The best hostels are more than just a place to sleep — they're social hubs where solo travelers meet, share stories, plan day trips together, and form friendships that last long after the trip ends. London has a vibrant hostel scene catering to every type of traveler, from quiet boutique guesthouses to lively party hostels.

Traveler Tips for Hostels in London

  • Dorms vs private rooms: Dorm beds are the best way to meet other travelers in London. Even if you prefer privacy, spending time in the hostel common areas, kitchens, and organized activities creates natural social opportunities.
  • Check the social vibe: Read recent reviews specifically for mentions of the social atmosphere. Some hostels in London actively facilitate traveler meetups, bar crawls, and city tours.
  • Location in London: Stay in or near the old town or main traveler neighborhood to maximize spontaneous meetups with other backpackers.
  • Hostel events: Many London hostels run free walking tours, pub crawls, cooking classes, and day trip bookings. These are excellent for meeting fellow travelers.
  • Safety and storage: Look for hostels with secure lockers and 24-hour reception. London is generally safe, but securing valuables is always good practice.

A great hostel stay in London starts before you even arrive. Use Nomax to connect with other travelers who are staying in the same area — you might coordinate check-in times, share taxi costs from the airport, or plan your first day together. The Nomax app helps turn a solo trip into a shared adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in London?

London has 103+ hostels tracked by Nomax. The top-rated options are listed on this page, sorted by rating and traveler reviews. Use the interactive map to explore venues by neighborhood.

How do I find hostels in London on a map?

Use the interactive map on this page to see all hostels in London as numbered markers. Click any marker to see ratings, opening hours, address, and contact details. You can also search and filter venues in the left panel.

Are there any tips for solo travelers visiting hostels in London?

Yes. Solo travelers in London recommend arriving at hostels during peak social hours to meet other travelers. Download Nomax to connect with fellow travelers before you arrive — many users coordinate meetups at specific venues.

What is Nomax and how does it help travelers in London?

Nomax is a free travel companion app that helps solo travelers find each other in cities around the world, including London. You can see who else is traveling in London, join group activities, and chat with travelers at the same spots you visit.

Is Nomax free to use in London?

Yes, Nomax is completely free. Download it on iOS or Android to instantly see travelers near you in London, join activities, and make travel friends without any subscription or fees.

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