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Hostels in London
Torquay Hostel is located near the Bayswater/Paddington areas of London and has recently been taken over by London Hostels Association
Princes Hotel is a newly opened hotel in the heart of London catering for the economy traveller...
Located in buzzing Bayswater area in the heart of London and overlooking Hyde Park, The Royal Bayswater Hostel is an ideal Hostel for Backpackers and budget travellers.
Located only 100 metres from HYDE PARK. In buzzing Bayswater and only 30 seconds walk from Bayswater and Queensway underground station
Victorian elegance at a budget Price! Welcome to Palmers Lodge, London's latest accommodation with a difference
We are the number one budget accommodation in London, just a few minutes from Notting Hill...
4 -6 BED DORM ROOMS/PRIVATE ROOMS/STUDIOS - Min One Week Stay Close to tube, fresh linen, FREE internet, security lockers, fitted kitchens, bathrooms with pressured showers
No.8 is located within 5 minutes of the Dollis Hill Tube Station (Jubilee Line) and the lo
Perfectly Located in Fashionable Camden,only 5 minute walk from Camden Town underground station & just a stones throw from the world famous Camden Market
West 2 London is a newly acquired and newly refurbished hostel. Having just opened our doors in mid-november
The Bird's Nest is one of the oldest public houses in the pirate district of Deptford, part of London's highly creative south east quarter....
Our hostel, which offers excellent budget accommodation, is located in the beautiful area of Bayswater...
Superbly located only 8 minutes from PICCADILLY CIRCUS AND LEICESTER SQUARE and even closer from WATERLOO and LONDON BRIDGE. This brand new hostel boasts its very own 'BISON BAR' as well as
"Bestplace" in Paddington formerly known as Journeys Paddington is only 5 minutes walk from PADDINGTON STATION and 10 minutes from NOTTING HILL GATE, JOURNEYS PADDINGTON is perfectly located for anyone who wants to stay in the centre of London.
Belsize House is ideally situated in a much sought after area within walking distance of Hampstead village...
This new backpackers hotel is located in the heart of Piccadilly, London's liveliest area...
Olave House is in an ideal location for anyone wishing to see the sights of London...
This is an independent hostel catering for both travellers and international students alike...
Located in the centre of London, this is a friendly hostel close to all the major attractions...
Welcome to Adamotel! London's No.1 BUDGET Hotel/Hostel.
Within walking distance of all the famous sights of London and close to Victoria station, we guarantee the best time for you at this renowned central location in London.....
Perfectly located only 11 minutes from the world most famous bridge "LONDON BRIDGE" with TRAFALGAR SQUARE, LEICESTER SQUARE and DOWNING STREET only 6 minutes further away. Journeys Greenwich is also located only minutes from the 02 stadium.
'High scores for character and fun, Hootananny Hostel is the perfect place to make friends,'
Welcome to Dover Castle - New Cross Inn Hostel! The Dover Castle - London Bridge Hostel has just opened a new hostel situated in SE London
Introducing the latest jewel in the Astor crown: Astor Kensington! This is a brand new hostel, smack bang
The Antigallican Hotel is a new budget Hotel/Hostel conveniently located close to historical Greenwich, a
Windsor House Hotel is central London hostel located bed and breakfast style hotel in the Kensington area..
Located in Bayswater, One of London's most vibrant areas and less than 50 metres from HYDE PARK. Voted in the top 10 hostels of the world's best hostels
Welcome to The Windmill! We are the perfect stop on your backpacker trail of London!
Welcome to the Court Hoste right in the heart of Kensington.
The Legendary Hub for independent travellers since 1999, in the middle of historic London. It's BIG, it's fun and it rocks! Nightclub, Mini-cinema, Rooftop Hot Tub and Sauna. Consistently voted one of the best hostels in the world.
Camden rocks and rolls! Enjoy the busiest nightlife and street markets in a safe, clean and fun hostel. Fun fun fun all under one roof, come join the band!
For a great backpacker experience visit London's largest party hostel located in the city centre.
Curzon House is located in the heart of the West End just a three minute walk from Gloucester Road tube station...
Clink Hostel is all about reinvention. Not only have we redesigned a 300-year-old courthouse to create a stylish, cutting-edge contemporary home
This friendly hostel is a short walk through Hyde Park to all the top museums and tourist attractions. Notting Hill and Oxford street is a mere 5 minute walk away...
Welcome to Mapesbury Hostel, a Brand New Hostel very close to Kilburn Tube Station in North West London zone 2!
Just 100 metres from St Paul's Cathedral, this hostel is centrally located for exploring London...
In the heart of a young, international area full of shops, cafés, restaurants and bars, this hostel buzzes with action...
One of London's favourites. Centrally located and only 2 minutes from KINGS CROSS & ST.PANCRAS STATIONS as well as LONDON'S EUROSTAR HUB and only minutes from fashionable CAMDEN TOWN, OXFORD STREET and PICCADILLY CIRCUS
Safe, clean, fun accommodation, 5 minutes from Hyde Park and Notting Hill, The infamous Belushi's Bar is THE ultimate backpackers' bar, with 24/7 webcam footage
Get a peaceful night sleep in this newly renovated haven, with a great coffee shop and just a few steps from the famous Village, in the middle of historic London.
With this base in South East London, you could not be better suited to see the stunning historical parts of old Greenwich...
This location can't be beat! Right opposite the British Museum and short walk from Covent Garden, Soho, Oxford Street and Leicester Square. I wouldn't stay anywhere else!
Ashlee House, Central London is perfect for those looking for a relaxed and stress free stay...
Welcome to the ALL STAR HOSTEL, a New Hostel very close to Kilburn Tube Station in North West London zone 2! (Only 15 mins from Central London on the Jubilee Line)
This is our BRAND NEW St Christopher's hostel in Hammersmith. Fall off the plane at Heathrow, jump on a tube and be at the bar in 30 minutes. There are three tube lines to Hyde Park, Buckingham Palace and much more..
RATED A 3 STAR HOSTEL Located in trendy Kensington, Central London, Ace Hotel sets a new standard for budget accommodation in the UK
The Lodge is a great hostel to stay, located only 1 minute walk from Paddington Station...
O'Callaghan's is a very small, very friendly backpacker's hostel in the heart of London, catering for young Aussie, Kiwi and Saffa travellers and workers for over 65 years
Forest Lodge is a recently refurbished hostel in North London consisting of 21 rooms with shared facilities
One of London's best loved hostels. Located superbly only being only 10 minutes walk from Waterloo station and within sight of the world famous London Eye as well as only 10-15 minutes from both Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Sq
The International Student House has over 500 beds, loads of fun and useful facilities...
The Globetrotter Inn London is a brand new hostel situated in Hammersmith.
One wing of the hostel is a former Jacobean mansion which is one of London's best districts...
For trips to London's lively West End, accommodation doesn't come much better than this!
The haunted house of hostels, staffed by friendly and fun backpackers. Cosy, and original, historic listed building next to the Village, this is where St. Christophers first fell in love with backpackers
Hostel Rio is a personal place in a great location with a fully licensed bar and chill out rooms...
This is a modern, purpose-built hostel in the newly developed Docklands area of London, on the south bank of the River Thames...
We are in the middle of Soho, on Britain's most famous shopping street where all the action is...
A superior hostel in Bloomsbury, an excellent area in the centre of London, we are within walking distance of the West End, Covent Garden and Soho...
One of London's popular hostels, London house Hotel offering great value accommodation in central London, only minutes away from buzzing Queensway.
This well run hotel is located in the heart of London, close to Victoria and just a few minutes walk from many well known places...
We are the best choice for a comfortable night mid-trip, or a long-term stay for exploring London...
The Central is a basic, budget hotel, located in the East End of London. Guests at this hostel get to enjo
Welcome to Stratford Hostel. We are located 3 minutes from central line tube station in the Olympic area of London.
In Notting Hill * INCLUDES 3 COURSE EVENING DINNER MEAL* LUNCH AT WEEK-ENDS
Queen Mary University of London offers comfortable and secure private bedrooms in Campus Accommodation...
If you are looking for accommodation in London then why not stay at City YMCA with its wide range of quality facilities at cheap prices!
If you are looking for accommodation in London then why not stay at City YMCA with its wide range of quality facilities at cheap prices!
IES Student Residence Hall is a high quality, newly renovated international student residence in the heart of London's trendy Chelsea residential and commercial neighbourhood...
Carr-Saunders is perfectly situated for those wishing to explore the very heart of London...
Located at the top of Drury Lane, High Holborn puts you right in the very midst of London's Theatre Land...
Passfield Hall reopened in 2006 following an extensive year-long refurbishment. It now boasts a unique mix of classic Georgian architecture and modern facilities in the heart of London.
Rosebery Hall is located just north of the City of London, in the old Clerkenwell district of Islington...
Located in fashionable Bayswater, the 'New Chelsea' of central London, the My Pad Apartments are a short walk from Queensway Station...
Norfolk House is an attractive property conveniently located on the A23, leading to major link roads..
Ideally situated for access to all areas of central London Regina House offers comfortable, affordable accommodation...
Sandeman-Allen House is sited in an attractive residential area close to Bayswater and Queensway underground stations
This grand mansion house, surrounded by its own leafy garden, is located in the charming village of Highgate...
Wigram House is a grand Victorian mansion block, still retaining many of the original architectural features...
International House is a modern 9 storey building with top floors offering superb views of London...
regional info
image by: Lisa BjarkeLondon is also one of the world's most identifiable and emblematic cities - the city of Big Ben, double-decker buses, the Queen and the Tube, it quite rightly asserts itself in global consciousness as one of the greatest cities on Earth. It has a plethora of every conceivable activity, and contains something for everyone.
With so much going on, across such a massive city - the biggest in Europe - nobody can expect to be able to do it all. Even life-long Londoners constantly find new surprises in this city. A week should be long enough to give you a taste of what the 'big smoke' has to offer though...
On the first day, one could enjoy his/her love for the fine arts in some of the world's finest museums, such as the British Museum, the National Gallery or the Tate Modern.
The second and third days could be for fun and entertainment. There are streets filled with world-class bars, pubs, restaurants and theatres. And contrary to popular belief, not all bars close at 11.00 pm; there are plenty outside the West End that stay open until 2am on weeknights.
Then there is shopping for day four, and not just Harrods. From the more fashionable alternative of Selfridges to the many street markets, London offers second-hand clothes and crafts as well as tasty foods.
Day five can be spent visiting historic buildings, such as the Houses of Parliament, St Paul's Catherdral and the Tower of London. You might even want to throw a boat trip in between.
Day six is for visiting the different palaces of London, the most famous ones being Buckingham Palace and Kensington Palace.
On the seventh day, one can relax. There are many big parks, where you can linger and sit on the grass; one of the most famous of these is Hyde Park with Speakers Corner.
If you have more time to spend in London, or have been here before, then explore some areas outside the norm. These areas are interesting to wander around in the day and party at night: Brixton, Brick Lane, Notting Hill, Hoxton and Camden town.
During your stay in London you can also enjoy many diverse culinary pleasures. Although native British food does not have a great international reputation, there is plenty of great food from pretty much every country in the world here, and with its large Indian population, London is particularly known for its excellent Indian fare. In general, it's worth noting that London had more top restaurants than Paris and New York in the recent poll of top 50 restaurants in the world.
Whatever you want, you'll find it in London, and like so many others, you will keep on coming back.
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