Cheapest hostels in Central London

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.

Directly opposite the British Museum in Central London, the Astor Museum Hostel offers a prime location, placing you just 10 minutes' walk from Oxford Street and 15 minutes from Covent Garden.
This budget-friendly hostel provides free WiFi, a communal kitchen with a fridge and microwave, and a garden, with Holborn and Russell Square underground stations a mere 500 metres away for easy exploration.

Perfectly situated on historic Fitzroy Square, this hostel offers a budget-friendly base in London, just a short walk from the British Museum and Regent's Park.
Internet access is provided at this cheap London hostel, making it an affordable choice for exploring the capital's attractions and Bloomsbury's streets.

Astor Victoria Hostel is located in central London, a 10-minute walk from Victoria Station and 0.6 miles from Tate Britain, offering excellent transport links to major landmarks like Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace.
This budget-friendly hostel provides a shared kitchen and living room, complimentary WiFi throughout, and a 24-hour reception, making it an affordable choice for travellers exploring London.

Located near The Reel Poster Gallery and Bayswater, Urbany Hostel London is situated 4 kilometres from the city centre, offering an adults-only (18-40 years old) environment.
This budget-friendly hostel provides Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and cashless payments, with a GBP 10 deposit per person required per stay, ensuring a convenient and affordable stay.

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 in London's Hackney district, this hostel is 8 kilometres from the city centre and conveniently close to The Yard Theatre, Copper Box Arena, and Olympic Hockey Centre.
This budget-friendly hostel offers complimentary Wi-Fi and on-site parking for up to two guests, providing a practical base for exploring London's attractions.

Located in Camden's pubs and clubs district, this hostel is just a 5-minute walk from Camden Town Underground Station and 500 meters from Camden Market, offering excellent transport links to central London and proximity to the Jewish Museum and Regents Park.
This budget-friendly hostel provides a shared kitchen with a microwave oven, a fitness centre, and 24-hour tourist information, with mixed-sex or female-only dormitory rooms available.

Located in Belsize Park, London, this adults-only hostel is just 1.9 kilometres from Camden Market and 1.9 kilometres from London Zoo, offering a tranquil base for exploring the city.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a garden with views, and a shared kitchen, making it a budget-friendly and comfortable option with excellent location and cleanliness ratings.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Centrally located in London, LSE Bankside House is a short walk from St Paul's Cathedral and 1.9 kilometres from Tower Bridge, offering excellent access to the city.
This budget-friendly hostel provides free WiFi, an on-site restaurant and bar, and is conveniently situated just 1.3 kilometres from Waterloo Station, making it an affordable choice for exploring London's attractions.

Located in London's Holland Park, this apartment hotel is 6 kilometres from the city centre, placing you close to Kensington (Olympia) and Opera Holland Park.
This budget-friendly hostel offers Wi-Fi and tour assistance, with rooms featuring a shower and TV, ensuring an affordable stay.

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.

Conveniently located 10 minutes on foot from Brick Lane and 0.9 kilometres from Liverpool Street Tube Station, Wynfrid House offers a budget-friendly hostel experience in London, with the Tower of London, Sky Garden, and Tower Bridge nearby.
This hostel provides essential amenities including free WiFi and on-site parking, alongside unique leisure options such as table tennis and an outdoor fireplace for guests to enjoy.

Located in a central London district, Guilford House Hotel offers convenient access to attractions and transport links, with the British Museum just 500 meters away.
This budget-friendly hostel provides daily housekeeping, a ticket service, and on-site breakfast, making it an affordable choice for exploring the city.

Centrally located in London's Zone 1, this hostel is a short walk from Regent's Park and Oxford Circus, offering convenient access to the British Museum.
This budget-friendly hostel provides free Wi-Fi throughout and features an on-site bar hosting regular events, with rooms ranging from shared dorms to private doubles.

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.

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 a London district, the Beaconsfield Hotel offers convenient access to local attractions, making it a great budget-friendly choice for your stay.
This 2-star hotel provides essential amenities including free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and an on-site restaurant and bar, ensuring a comfortable and affordable experience.

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.

Just 1 kilometre from Kensington Palace, Urbany Hostel London offers a prime Central London location, a short walk from Kensington Gardens and Portobello Road Market.
This budget-friendly hostel provides complimentary Wi-Fi, a communal garden with city views, and laundry facilities, making it an affordable choice for travellers.

Centrally located in London, this hostel is a 5-minute drive from London Bridge and the London Eye, and 2.4 kilometres from Big Ben.
This budget-friendly hostel offers internet, a kitchen, and laundry facilities, making it a practical choice for travellers seeking affordable accommodation.

EBS London Stay is located in a London district, providing easy access to numerous landmarks and attractions.
This budget-friendly hostel offers complimentary internet, air conditioning in select rooms, and in-room entertainment, making it an affordable choice for your London visit.

Located in London's Stratford district, this hostel is 11 kilometres from the city centre and close to Theatre Royal Stratford East and Discover Children's Story Centre, offering a budget-friendly base.
Guests can enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi (daily fee applies), a bar, and tour assistance, with elevator access available for added convenience.

Generator London, a budget-friendly hostel, is located in Bloomsbury, a short 500-meter walk from Russell Square and close to major transport links and the British Museum.
This hostel offers complimentary Wi-Fi, on-site dining and karaoke rooms, and a laundromat, making it a convenient and affordable choice for exploring London.

Located in Catford, this hostel is 4 kilometres from Blackheath Station and offers convenient access to Greenwich Park (5.5 kilometres) and the O2 Arena (8.2 kilometres).
This budget-friendly hostel provides a shared kitchen, a garden, and a hot tub, making it an affordable choice for exploring London.

Located just 1 kilometre from London's city centre, Zedwell Capsule Hotel, Piccadilly Circus, offers a budget-friendly stay moments from Piccadilly Circus and the London Trocadero.
This hostel provides air-conditioned capsule rooms with complimentary Wi-Fi, making it an affordable choice for exploring central London.