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A bar area with wooden decor, a staircase, and a reception desk with computers.

1. Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

Camden

Martin

Rp843.620 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A narrow hallway with a wooden floor, a blue door at the end, and a metal bunk bed on the right.

2. Urban Nomad - Camden Town

Camden

Rp1.687.491 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A backyard with a brick planter, picnic tables, and a wooden fence.

3. 247 London Hostel

Kilburn

A multi-story building with a storefront featuring international flags and food advertisements.

4. Kensal Green Backpackers 1

North Kensington

Linda

Rp1.197.126 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a ceiling light, a wall-mounted mirror, and a wooden floor.

5. Sterling Suites Ealing

Ealing

Kailey

Rp1.190.261 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

6. Pax Lodge

Camden

Oliver

Rp1.670.711 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large potted plants, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.

7. a&o London Docklands Riverside

Southwark

Timothy

Rp1.641.962 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A breakfast buffet with eggs, grains, and fruits.

8. NX London Hostel

Lewisham

SHAHNAZ

Rp546.778 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a coffee machine.

9. Generator London King's Cross

London City Centre

William

Rp1.839.470 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Dec - 14 Dec

A staircase with a wooden handrail and a wall with intricate black and white patterns.

10. Clink 261 Hostel

London City Centre

RICHARD

Rp1.445.368 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A rustic bookshelf with books and a hanging flower basket.

11. Book a Bed Hostels

Lewisham

Penelope

Rp779.159 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, white bedding, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a power outlet.

12. BacPac Hostel

Hammersmith

Oli

Rp1.592.311 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A white-framed window with two hanging light bulbs, a small red object on the sill, and potted plants outside.

13. Astor Museum Inn Hostel

London City Centre

Kokil

Rp1.497.004 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A vibrant mural with cityscapes and iconic landmarks, a red telephone booth, and a wooden bench in a modern interior space.

14. St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel

London City Centre

Laura

Rp1.058.876 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A bar area with shelves of liquor bottles, a bartender, and a counter with glasses and bottles.

15. Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston

London City Centre

Cheyenne

Rp1.294.394 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A building with a sign reading 'YHA London Thameside'.

16. YHA London Thameside - Hostel

Southwark

Chando Admire

Rp916.119 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

17. Urbany Hostel London 18 - 40 years old

London City Centre

Raya

Rp2.002.532 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A bar area with shelves of bottles, a counter with milk cartons, and a sign above the bar.

18. Phoenix Hostel

London City Centre

Elijah marlyle

Rp1.777.038 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A historic building with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a flag.

19. Astor Hyde Park – 18 to 40 years

London City Centre

Fernanda

Rp1.341.993 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern kitchen with black cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a wooden dining table.

20. Smart Camden Inn Hostel

Camden

Amritha

Rp2.106.850 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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A white stone bridge over a calm river, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Top reviews in Watford

Pax Lodge

Camden

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

A reception area with a wooden counter, a sign reading 'WOMBAT'S', and a person standing behind the counter.

Wombat's City Hostel London

London City Centre

10/10 Excellent

Chuan

Astor Museum Inn Hostel

London City Centre

10/10 Excellent

Olha

a&o London Docklands Riverside

Southwark

10/10 Excellent

We have been coming to the Doubletree docklands for years now with our whole family- but In Recent years have been splurging out and booking the junior suites- as they are so worth it! The best thing hands down about this hotel is its location looking out over the river to Canary Wharf. By day you can hear the waves of the tidal Thames lapping at the shore, the sounds of the ferries going past and see the sun glinting off the buildings. I’m from Sydney and it’s the closest I’ve come to -being...

Caroline

Astor Hyde Park – 18 to 40 years

London City Centre

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda

Clink 261 Hostel

London City Centre

10/10 Excellent

I stayed in a 18 bed dorm. The bunks were side by side rather than end to end. There were some partitions between beds but they didn’t extend to the ends so there was a lack of privacy, don’t understand why they don’t put partitions end to end. Mattress was very thin but still reasonably comfortable. Natural light was from skylight with no blinds so you might be woken by early light. Everything seems clean including sheet and duvet cover which were soft and good quality. There was a small stain...

Martin

NX London Hostel

Lewisham

10/10 Excellent

Sofia

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a projection screen displaying a movie.

Astor Victoria Hostel 18 to 39 years

London City Centre

10/10 Excellent

Helen

St Christopher's Liverpool Street - Hostel

London City Centre

10/10 Excellent

Great location, friendly bar staff on check-in. The bed, pillow, linen and space are comfy. I had a window too. So it was nice. I was really tired from not sleeping the night before, so I went to bed very early. The only issue was that it was noisier than last time. I've stayed here before in a different room and it was really quiet. This time I stayed in the women's room. I was woken at about 1am by the girl beneath me checking out, but that was okay. Then I was woken at about 7.30am by...

Victoria

St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel

London City Centre

10/10 Excellent

I was amazed at how pleasant this stay was, the receptionist was very polite and friendly and was happy to help with all I needed. The location was ideal, and the dorm was very cosy and clean. I was so happy and impressed to discover that above your head, on each bunk was a utilities panel with 2 USB sockets, 2 AC plug was amazed at how pleasant this stay was, the receptionist was very polite and friendly and was happy to help with all I needed. The location was ideal, and the dorm was very...

JCA

Generator London King's Cross

London City Centre

10/10 Excellent

raquel

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Watford?

If you're looking to find budget-friendly accommodation in Watford, you might like this popular choice: Leonardo Hotel London Watford - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Watford Junction Station. Guests can enjoy free parking at this hotel.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Watford?

Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 16°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Watford is 698 mm.

What is there to see and do in Watford?

In general, Watford is known for its local tours, restaurants and bars. Major attractions include Wembley Stadium, Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square. Get out into nature with places such as Cassiobury Park, Hyde Park and Northwick Park. Cultural attractions include Watford Palace Theatre, Watford Colosseum and Hertfordshire Fire Museum.

What's the best way to get to and around Watford while staying at a hostel?

Keep this information about transit options in Watford in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Heathrow Airport (LHR), 13 mi (20.9 km) from the city centre. An alternative is London (LTN-Luton), which is 15.4 mi (24.9 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. Metro stations nearby include Watford Underground Station and Carpenders Park Overground Station. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Watford High Street Station, Watford Junction Station or Bushey Station.

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Our top choices for Watford hostels

1. Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage - Hostel

2. Urban Nomad - Camden Town

3. 247 London Hostel

4. Kensal Green Backpackers 1

5. Sterling Suites Ealing

6. Pax Lodge

7. a&o London Docklands Riverside

8. NX London Hostel

9. Generator London King's Cross

10. Clink 261 Hostel

11. Book a Bed Hostels

12. BacPac Hostel

13. Astor Museum Inn Hostel

14. St Christopher's Village, London Bridge - Hostel

15. Publove @ Exmouth Arms Euston

16. YHA London Thameside - Hostel

17. Urbany Hostel London 18 - 40 years old

18. Phoenix Hostel

19. Astor Hyde Park – 18 to 40 years

20. Smart Camden Inn Hostel

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Top reviews in Watford

Pax Lodge

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best hostels in Watford?

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What is there to see and do in Watford?

What's the best way to get to and around Watford while staying at a hostel?