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Central Hotel - Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, 4-minute walk to Kensington Gardens

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Exterior
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reception
Business center
Hallway

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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26 Princes Square, London, England, W2 4NJ
  • Place, Queensway
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kensington Gardens
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Portobello Road Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in London City Centre, Central Hotel - Hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Kensington Gardens and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Kensington Palace. The 76 rooms at this hostel include refrigerators and microwaves.
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What's nearby

  • Westbourne Grove - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Queensway - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kensington Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Portobello Road Market - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hyde Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Bayswater Underground Station - 4 min walk
  • London Paddington Station - 17 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bayswater Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hafez - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Phoenix Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Four Seasons - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Guillam Coffee House - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Central Hotel - Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, 4-minute walk to Kensington Gardens
Central Hotel - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas and a TV in a common area. Transportation is made easy with a free train station shuttle. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

More

  • Heating
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 6 and younger (only guests older than 6 are allowed)

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the free train station pick-up service.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Central Hostel London
Central Hostel
Central Hotel
Central Hostel
Central Hotel - Hostel London
Central Hotel - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Central Hotel - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation London

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see close to Central Hotel - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in London City Centre within a short 18-minute walk of Hyde Park and also 4 minutes on foot from Kensington Gardens. You'll also find Kensington Palace and Kensington High Street less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Central Hotel - Hostel?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Central Hotel - Hostel include a casino at the property?

No, Central Hotel - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Central Hotel - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Central Hotel - Hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a free train station pickup service and a 24-hour front desk plus some rooms include rainfall showerheads.

Are there hot tubs at Central Hotel - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Central Hotel - Hostel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Central Hotel - Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Central Hotel - Hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Central Hotel - Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Central Hotel - Hostel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

What is the closest airport to Central Hotel - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Central Hotel - Hostel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 12.4 mi away (61 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 15.2 mi away (37-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Central Hotel - Hostel?

No, at Central Hotel - Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Central Hotel - Hostel Reviews

5.4

4.8/10

Cleanliness

5.8/10

Staff & service

3.6/10

Amenities

4.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 39 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Sad looking place

Reception team were nice and location was quiet. The condition of the property and cleaning standards are very disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Rayan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Michaela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

KT, NY

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No cover sheet for blanket. I was so uncomfortable sleep in the bed without flat sheet. Need to bring your own towels shampoo and toothbrush. Everything is old and broke.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Olasumbo

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

amir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

2/10 Terrible

Rok

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dont go here. Everything is horrible People live in the hostel. Rude staff. They dont speak english. Toilets dont flush...
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is old, smelly, and very dirty. I don’t recommend it at all. So many other hostels around it that are way better and clean for the same price
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

2/10 Terrible

Michael, California, USA

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would not stay again. OK if you have NO standards.

I'm never very picky about where I stay as I tend to spend much more time out of my room than in it. I've stayed in hotels and hostels through out Asia, Europe, Africa, the US and Central America, from 5 star resorts to 1 star hostels, and never complain much. So this I think I can be rather fair in my description. The bad: -The rooms, and entire hostel, are dirty, falling apart, foul smelling and overall very unpleasant to be in. The mattresses are old, uncomfortable and covered in urine stains (everyone I looked at). The bunk beds are small, loud/rickety and packed with little room to move. You get a paper thin sheet (which you can actually see the stains through), a blanket barely long enough to cover your body (smelt dirty along with all the bedding) and a relatively comfortable pillow. The bathrooms are disgusting and have no male/female distinction, so that everyone ends up being covered in urine. Not too big a problem for me, being a male and always wearing shoes in the hostel, but the females (including my GF) hated it. We simply used the restrooms at restaurants during our time out. One of the receptionists was nice and seemed very friendly, the rest were rude. The cleaning staff were the worst, one actually kept trying to peak under the covers at my GF will she slept!? The rooms are very loud and you hear EVERYTHING from inside the hostel as well as on the street through the cracked windows which do not fully close. The good: The location is ok... That all...

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Be traped

This is purely a refugee camp and I immediately went to out to find another hotel and waste of my money I must say.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service

6/10 Okay

Nicola

Decent and reasonably priced hostel

I have read alot of negative review about this place, and I am sure some people have had a bad stay. However I wanted to balance things out. My boyfriend and I stayed just one night in this Hostel but we were pleased with our stay. The staff were friendly and helpful, the hostel was reasonably tidy, our beds were ready early so we could put our bags in our room. The beds had clean linen on and were actually very comfortable although quite squeeky. We were suppose to be in a 6 bed shared dorm but ended up only in a 4 bed quite was better. The guys we were sharing with were very quite and respectful.Yes the Hostel is pretty ruff around the edges and could do with quite a bit of refurbishments, but it is a cheap Hostel and for the price I think it is a good deal. Close to the centre of London. As long as yopu don't expect the Ritz and realise you are staying at the bottom end of the market, you will have a pleasent and Cheap stay!

4/10 Poor

Jeffrey, Ottawa, ON, Canada

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First time stay at hostel

Having never stayed at a hostel before it's difficult to compare this stay versus other stays. I booked a single night here very last minute just so that I'd have a cheap place to sleep as I was in between hotel stays and didn't want to spend very much for a 9 hour stay. I didn't make use of any of the facilities aside from the bed. Although I personally would not book here again, this is probably a great hostel only for students or the budget conscious, I'm guessing. The hostel is pretty much the equivalent of an uncomfortable campus dormitory. However, the people staying here were quite friendly. The beds were uncomfortable and the floors felt dirty. Place felt very cramped. Only a single TV and computer terminal available to be accessed. Reception was located in the basement of the building, therefore not very convenient when having to transport ones luggage up several flights of stairs.

2/10 Terrible

len

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

rubbish, unfriendly and slow service

Unfriendly unhelpful staff. Place stinks and really run down

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

AEIOU, San Juan, Puerto Rico

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

50/50

Almost impossible to find!! Their "sign" is a small graffitti on the wall going to the basement where the reception is. If looking for this hostel, look down, not up for a sign. I spent over an hour looking for it. If you don't care about looks, this is the place. The beds were clean, the sink in the bedroom was clean but the carpet had holes and the floor creaked a lot. The internet is so slow, it's insulting and then they charge you for it!! They have shared toilet and shower. The room had good storage space but the TV didn't work and the fridge had a leak and the carpet was damp. This is really a place for students and/or young travellers. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful and if you have a problem, they will fix it for you. I don't know about the food because I didn't eat there so I can't comment on that. Some of the staff speaks spanish. If you decide to stay here, take the train from King's Cross to Bayswater and Central Hostel is just a few minutes walk away. It's got supermarkets, shops, restaurants, train and bus stops very close.

6/10 Okay

Scat, New York, NY, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

No internet, great location

The hostel was mostly empty, but space would be tight if it was crowded. There was no wireless internet, and you had to pay to use the computer. Security was good, as there was someone at reception 24/7 and you could have things locked away for you. There was a public kitchen and free tea/coffee available, but not much else. There was a public tv, but few channels. It was clean, and friendly, and well located. If you don't plan on spending much time there, it's a great place to stay on budget.

6/10 Okay

Nev

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Erja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Yiwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

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