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Mapesbury Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in London

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Private kitchen
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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

4.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

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30 Chatsworth Road, London, England, NW2 4BL
  • Westfield London Shopping Centre
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Wembley Stadium
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Hyde Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Single Room, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Single Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in Kilburn within 2 miles (3 km) of Hampstead Heath, Mapesbury Hostel is within a few miles (5 km) of Lord's Cricket Ground. This 45-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Westfield London Shopping Centre - 8 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Wembley Stadium - 9 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Hyde Park - 9 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Marble Arch - 10 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Oxford Street - 12 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kilburn Underground Station - 5 min walk
  • Brondesbury Station - 8 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪North London Tavern Kilburn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪German Doner Kebab - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Black Lion - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Mapesbury Hostel

Hostel in London
Guests staying at Mapesbury Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and wired Internet. Ironing boards are also included. Bathrooms are shared.

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Mapesbury Hostel London
247 Hostel
247 London
247 London Hostel England
Mapesbury London
Mapesbury Hostel London
Mapesbury Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Mapesbury Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation London

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Mapesbury Hostel?

Mapesbury Hostel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near Mapesbury Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Kilburn, close to Wembley Stadium, Marble Arch, and Kensington High Street. You'll also find Hyde Park and Oxford Street within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Mapesbury Hostel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Mapesbury Hostel feature a casino at the property?

No, Mapesbury Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Mapesbury Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Mapesbury Hostel good for couples?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include free Internet access and a garden.

Does Mapesbury Hostel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Mapesbury Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Mapesbury Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Mapesbury Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Mapesbury Hostel.

Are there connecting rooms at Mapesbury Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Mapesbury Hostel?

The closest major airport to Mapesbury Hostel is London City Airport (LCY), which is 24.2 mi away (65 minutes by car). Another top airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 15.5 mi away (52-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Mapesbury Hostel?

No, at Mapesbury Hostel, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Mapesbury Hostel Reviews

Reviews

4.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 54 reviews

4.8/10

Cleanliness

4.6/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

4.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

2.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jaime

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vist London for American football game
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

8/10 Good

M, MT

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
This hostel company doesn't have the best reviews, so I was a little worried about booking, but was pleasantly surprised. After arriving at the address given, we were picked up and driven to a different property. The property where we actually stayed was in a nice, quiet neighborhood close to a tube station. Our room was also really big and bright. The wifi worked well and there was even a washer and dryer to use. Since the other reviews are not good, I guess we lucked out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

4/10 Poor

Jay

Disliked: Staff & service

Dont stay here.

No staff are actually at the property, I had to wait about 40 mins to be let in by another guest then wait longer for someone to drive to the hostel for me to check in. The keys/locks for the rooms must work for all doors because 2 times other guests opened my door including a man walking into my room at 3am. When I called the staff (cos there aren't any staff there) I didn't get an answer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Amber, Dublin

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

Nice place

Close to tube stations and a small village . Sainsburys in walking distance. The man who ran it and I assume his wife are quiet and friendly people.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

6/10 Okay

Sam, London

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good in a pinch

As the cheapest option we didn't expect anything lavish but the utensils and crockery in the cupboards were grimy and gross, our oven didn't have an ignition switch, there were frequent blackouts and we never received the second house key we were promised so when returning from work late at night I had to have my sister come down from the top floor to let me in. Also, the prices for the washer and dryer were incorrect as the machines did not allow for the correct change so it cost more than advertised. Having said that the staff were friendly and helpful.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Not ok

The place I choose it was not the same when I arrived

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was horrible. Do not book this hotel. I cancelled my reservation and never received my refund.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Good for money

I have stayed in 3 of the houses now number 30 is the best one then it be the house 51 then house 39

8/10 Good

David

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No reception???

I have stayed in many hostels in many countries but this one was bit unusual. After the booking I received the automated email from the hostel that they own many buildings so I have to call the number when I get there and and someone will come with the key etc. They only accept cash and no change is given. Also the check in time was till 5:30 pm and late check in after hours is chargeable. None of these things are advertised when you actually book the hostel.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Can do way better.

The kitchen and commons area were ok. But the location and room cleanliness leave a lot to be desired. The rooms smelled terrible and little was done by the staff to make it better. Plus if you arrive after 5:30pm you are charged an extra 15 GBP. Even though that is not stated anywhere in the confirmation provided by Expedia. OK hostel in a pinch but would not plan to stay here again. The WiFi didn't work in the room. Not an enjoyable experience.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Great for work purposes

It was ok. Room was decent. Met nice people and was able to sleep in on the last day beyond my check out timw

2/10 Terrible

Brendan, New York, NY

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

Never Again, Never EVER!!! I dont care how cheap

Oh I would never stay here again, this place is awful. The Hostel is in the end of zone 2 of the underground which is the only positive. When I arrived, I was told I needed to pay for my stay even though I had a prepaid stay, I prepaid through the website, even saw the paper work that said my reservation was prepaid on their paper work. The staff tried to get me to pay more, perhaps because they haven't paid for something, and maybe hotels.com is holding their money for advertising. I dont know, but if you prepaid, chances are you were already charged and dont owe anything and they do. The rooms are way over crowded, I was in a room that had 8 beds, but the room was probably for 4 maybe 6, but not 8, no room to move around. I should also mention that the hostel I stayed in which was advertised as 30 chatsworth, and that property looked better, I ended up in 39 chatsworth, which is across the road, and is a total dump. This place actually has people that have lived here for longer than 3 months, as one of the people I shared a room with has been here for longer than 3 months, I wouldn't even leave your valuables in the lockers provided, Provided the residents haven't already taken them. The neighborhood is nice, the train is directly behind the property and you can hear it running at night, on a Friday or Saturday when they start running nightly service on the underground be warned. I warn you about this place.

2/10 Terrible

Steffi

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was absolutely filthy. I‘ve never experienced something like this… First of all, we were perfectly on time for the check in, in the end we needed to wait 35 Minutes for someone to come by. We needed to call the management 2 times and still it took that long… Arriving in our room it wasn’t fitting to the pictures shown on the internet. Our room was tiny… there was a small fridge standing right behind the door and very small space to put your belongings in. (If you even wanted that…) The most important point is that the room as well as the bathrooms which you are sharing with different people, which seem to live there, were disgustingly dirty. The bed sheet had several stains on it and the room itself was very dirty. The walls were covered in something we don’t even know… and behind a picture they tried to hide a broken wall. The fridge hat black stains in it and smelled a little weird. The public bath had dirty showers and in the toilet were (you know) …. Stains. At the end we became an new apartment which was better and more private, still a bit dirty but compared to what we‘ve had before much better. Wouldn‘t recommend! Go somewhere else, the area the hostel was didn’t feel safe either many homeless people by night. The only positive point is that it was in Zone 2 Kilburn, with the underground you were quick in the City centre.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
bra service

8/10 Good

David, Stuttgart

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Ich war 4 Tage im Hostel, hat etwas lange gedauert bis ich den Schlüssel bekommen habe aber danach war alles super. Ich mein man sollte natürlich für so ein Preis nicht all zuviel erwarten von dem her fand ich die Zimmer und den Aufenthalt dort echt entspannt. Die Leute waren sehr nett und generell hab ich mich sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

2/10 Terrible

Stelio, Dortmund

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

Ein Zimmer in Kilburn

Das Zimmer war sehr dreckig und sehr klein. Für den Preis den ich bezahlt habe sollte man ein bisschen mehr erwarten können. Die Küche war sehr dreckig somit könnte ich vor Ort nichts kochen und musste nur von draußen essen. Welches mein Urlaub noch teurer machte. Investiert also in ein eher sauberes Hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

valo, londres

Liked: Staff & service
Hôtel propre, patron très gentil je recommande cet hôtel auberge à des amis.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice staff, but terrible guests.

dirty and stinky place, however the staff cleaned up every day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

2/10 Terrible

arthur, brasil

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

Longe de tudo .... acomodação péssima.....

Ruim ..... não aconselho ninguém a usar esta hospedagem..... péssimo negócio ....
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

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