Hostels in popular neighbourhoods in London
Below are the most popular neighbourhoods in London to stay in, as well as some of the best hostels in each area
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These hotels usually make for a cheap way to stay in London
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
8-10 Queens Parade, Queens Rd, London, United Kingdom
Woolwich Backpackers New
18 Beresford Square, Welling, United Kingdom
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London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
8-10 Queens Parade, Queens Rd, London, United Kingdom
momondo's favourite hostels in London
Learn more about these user-preferred hostels in London
When to book a hostel in London
Check out the information below to find the best deal on a hostel in London
| Low season | January | cheapest month to stay |
| High season | December | most expensive time to stay |
| 47% | expected price decrease | |
| 52% | expected price increase |
Price | £18 - £72 |
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| Cheapest day of week | Sunday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
| Highest day of week | Saturday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
| £14 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day | |
| £53 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day |
Best neighbourhoods to book a hostel in London
Below are the average prices for hostels in the most popular neighbourhoods in London
Price | £22 - £67 |
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| CHEAPEST NEIGHBOURHOOD IN LONDON | Hammersmith and Fulham | 50% cheaper | Hostels in Hammersmith and Fulham are the cheapest in London at just £22 per night on average |
| MOST EXPENSIVE NEIGHBOURHOOD IN LONDON | South Bank | 34% more expensive | South Bank has the highest priced hostels in London with rooms averaging £67 per night |
| MOST POPULAR NEIGHBOURHOOD IN LONDON | Camden | 78% more users visited | More momondo users search for hostels in Camden than any other neighbourhood in London |
Information about staying in London
Read these important travel tips before booking a hostel in London
How much do hostels in London cost?
Nightly rates on hostels in London are usually around £86 with the cheapest nightly rate being £20. Those looking to stay at a London hostel for a week or a month should anticipate paying £116/week or £550/month, on average.
What is the average length of a stay in a London hostel?
On average, momondo users who have stayed at London hostels have stayed for 2 days. On average, a 2-days stay at a hostel in London will cost £171.
Are London hostels a better deal than London hotels?
Hostels in London are, on average, £86/night which is 6% cheaper than 3 star hotels, 38% cheaper than 4 star hotels, and 90% cheaper than 5 star hotels. Based on this data, staying at a hostel would be more ideal than 3 star, 4 star or 5 star accommodations if you’re looking to save some money on your London trip.
What do past momondo users think of the hostels in London?
momondo users who have stayed at hostels in London have rated them, on average, a 7.0 out of 10. Hostels are typically rated higher than 1-star (6.9) and 2-star (6.6) hotels in London. Those looking for a comfortable stay for cheap in London should consider staying at a hostel instead of a 1-star (6.9) or 2-star (6.6) hotel.
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in London?
As of March 2025, there are 36,694 operators available to choose from for hotels in London.
When did momondo last update prices for hotels in London?
Prices for hotels in London are updated daily.