Cheapest hostels in Central London

Located in East London, this women-only hostel is a 17-minute walk from Brick Lane and approximately 2.7 kilometres from Liverpool Street Tube Station and the Tower of London.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, this hostel provides free WiFi, a shared kitchen, and karaoke facilities for guests, with a guest capacity of one.

Located in central London, Barmy Badger Backpackers is a budget-friendly hostel situated 1.77 kilometres from the Natural History Museum and South Kensington Tube Station, and a 17-minute walk from Olympia Exhibition Centre.
This hostel offers a shared kitchen with microwave oven, a garden and terrace for relaxing, free WiFi, and an on-site grill, making it an affordable choice for exploring London's attractions.

Just 600 meters from the Tower of London, Wombat's City Hostel London offers a budget-friendly base in central London, conveniently located near Aldgate East and Tower Hill, with Tower Bridge also within easy reach.
This hostel provides essential amenities including free WiFi, a kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and a terrace, making it an affordable choice for exploring the city.

Ideally located for exploring London, Cricketers Hostel is situated approximately 2.4 kilometres from London Bridge and Big Ben, with convenient access to Waterloo Station at 1.9 kilometres.
This budget-friendly hostel offers free WiFi, shared kitchen and lounge facilities, and luggage storage, making it a practical choice for solo travellers with a guest capacity of one.

Astor Kensington Hostel is located in central London, just a short walk from Hyde Park and 10 minutes from Queensway Station.
This hostel offers a shared lounge, free WiFi, and organises daily events for backpackers, making it a great budget-friendly option.

Centrally located in London's Zone 1, this hostel is just a 15-minute walk from Westminster Palace and Big Ben, with Lambeth North underground station only 500 meters away for easy access to the city.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, this hostel provides free super-fast WiFi, a communal kitchen with a microwave, and organised daily activities, making it an ideal base for young travellers exploring London's attractions.

Located in Kilburn, this hostel offers excellent proximity to London landmarks such as Hampstead Heath and Lord's Cricket Ground, all within 4.8 kilometres, with Kilburn Underground Station just a 4-minute walk away for convenient access to public transport.
This budget-friendly hostel provides free WiFi in public areas, on-site laundry, and communal spaces including a kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator, making it an affordable choice for travellers exploring the city.

Just 500 meters from Earl's Court Tube Station, this YHA hostel in London offers a prime location, placing you within a 10-minute walk of the Natural History and V&A Museums, and Kensington High Street, providing a budget-friendly base for exploring the city.
This hostel features self-catering facilities including a fridge and microwave, alongside a café, a garden, and a bar, ensuring a comfortable and affordable stay with 24-hour reception and board games available for entertainment.

Located just 800 metres from Brick Lane and Hoxton Square, St Christopher's Inn Liverpool Street offers a budget-friendly stay in London, conveniently situated 1.4 kilometres from London Bridge.
This hostel provides complimentary WiFi, an on-site restaurant and bar, and is a mere 10.0 kilometres from London City Airport, ensuring a comfortable and accessible experience for travellers.

Just 800 meters from the Tower of London, Kip Hotel offers a budget-friendly hostel experience in London.
This affordable accommodation provides essential amenities including complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and daily housekeeping, with selected rooms featuring air conditioning and in-room entertainment.

Just 500 meters from Piccadilly Circus, this hostel offers a budget-friendly stay in a prime central London location on Oxford Street.
Guests can enjoy shared bathroom facilities and a communal atmosphere, with private and shared rooms available for 2 to 4 people, alongside a microwave oven in the kitchen and a bar for socialising.

Located in Rotherhithe, this YHA hostel is a short walk from the Thames and offers excellent transport links, being 10 minutes from Rotherhithe Overground and 15 minutes to Canada Water Tube Station, providing quick access to attractions like the O2 Arena (5 kilometres away) and Canary Wharf.
This budget-friendly hostel provides comfortable rooms with en-suite bathrooms and bunk beds, alongside a TV lounge and on-site café/bar and restaurant, making it an affordable and convenient choice for exploring London.

LSE Carr-Saunders Hall is a budget-friendly hostel located in central London, just 800 meters from Oxford Street and less than 1.6 kilometres from the British Museum and Madame Tussauds.
This affordable hostel offers a communal room with a TV, free WiFi in each room, and a shared snack point with a microwave, making it a great base for exploring London on a budget.

Located in the Hammersmith district, Heeton Concept Hotel - Luma Hammersmith offers convenient access to London's attractions, with Hyde Park just 3 kilometres away.
This 4-star hotel provides a budget-friendly stay with complimentary Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and daily housekeeping, ensuring a comfortable and affordable visit.

Located in central London, this hostel is conveniently situated adjacent to Waterloo train station, placing you just 390 metres from the London Eye and 690 metres from Big Ben.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, the Walrus Bar And Hostel provides a traditional English pub experience with live music and cocktails, alongside essential amenities like a fridge and microwave oven in its communal kitchen.

Located in Clerkenwell, this hostel is a 15-minute walk from Kings Cross/St Pancras International and just 800 meters from Angel station, placing you a short journey from the British Museum and Oxford Street.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, LSE Rosebery Hall provides free WiFi, a communal TV room, a snack-making area with a microwave and fridge, and is conveniently situated opposite Sadler's Wells Theatre.

Award-winning budget-friendly accommodation at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage is found in a historic Grade II listed Victorian building in London's Swiss Cottage district, just 800 meters from Swiss Cottage Tube Station and 2.5 kilometres from the West End.
This hostel offers dormitory and private rooms, with amenities including a common room, bar, garden, and kitchen, making it a great cheap and cozy option for exploring nearby Camden Town.

Onefam Notting Hill is a hostel located in London, a short distance from Portobello Road Market and Royal Albert Hall, with Hyde Park 1.7 kilometres away.
This budget-friendly hostel offers a social atmosphere with daily activities and evening events, perfect for solo travellers aged 18-36 seeking affordable accommodation in London.

Located in London's City Centre, this hostel is just 200 meters from Piccadilly Circus, putting Leicester Square and Trafalgar Square within a 10-minute walk.
Zedwell Capsule Hotel offers air conditioning and complimentary WiFi in public areas, making it a budget-friendly choice for exploring London.

Located just a stone's throw from Big Ben, this cheap private double room offers a budget-friendly base for exploring central London's iconic sights.
This 13 square meter hostel room provides free internet and access to a shared kitchen with a fridge, microwave, and dishwasher, alongside a garden and terrace for guest enjoyment.

Directly opposite Pimlico tube station, this hostel in Pimlico is a mere 15-minute walk from Big Ben and Westminster Abbey.
Offering a budget-friendly stay, all rooms at Destinations Hostels @ The Gallery are air-conditioned and include free Wi-Fi, with breakfast and taxes covered.

London Backpackers Youth Hostel, a budget-friendly choice, is located in London, offering convenient access to Heathrow Airport, which is 19 kilometres away and takes 90 minutes by tube.
This hostel provides a social atmosphere for young backpackers aged 18-35, featuring free WiFi, a shared kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and regular events including free dinners.

Park Villa Boutique Hostel is situated in London, a 17-minute walk from Victoria Park and approximately 3 kilometres from the Olympic Stadium.
This budget-friendly hostel offers free WiFi, a shared kitchen with essential appliances, and a garden, making it a great choice for travellers seeking affordable accommodation near public transport.