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Kensal Green Backpackers 1

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Reception
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Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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639 Harrow Road, Kensal Green, London, England, NW10 5NU
  • Place, Kensal Green Cemetery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Portobello Road Market
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Westbourne Grove
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Female Dorm)

  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed Female Dorm)

  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Mixed Dorm)

  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Female Dorm)

  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the neighborhood

London

Located in Kensal Green, Kensal Green Backpackers 1 is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Hyde Park and Kensington High Street. This 103-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a computer station, and an arcade/game room.
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What's nearby

  • Kensal Green Cemetery - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Westway Sports Centre - 6 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Portobello Road Market - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Westbourne Grove - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • BBC Television Centre - 7 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kensal Green Station - 1 min walk
  • Willesden Junction Underground Station - 18 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Behesht - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bel & Nev - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sonora - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The William - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Frigideira - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Kensal Green Backpackers 1

Adults-only hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
Guests of Kensal Green Backpackers 1 enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and an arcade/game room. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Other amenities at this adults-only hostel include laundry facilities, a convenience store, and an ATM.
Guests can expect to find WiFi. Safes are also available. Bathrooms are shared; housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 24 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 2.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
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
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Bed sheets fee: GBP 1.5 per person, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 2.50 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: GBP 24 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number Ye

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 credit card for incidental charges and 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. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

639 Hostel
639 London
Kensal Green Backpackers Hostel London
Hostel 639 London
Hostel 639 Hotel London
Hostel 639 London, England
Kensal Green Backpackers Hostel
Kensal Green Backpackers London
Kensal Green Backpackers 1 Hostel London
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Kensal Green Backpackers 1 Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Kensal Green Backpackers 1?

Kensal Green Backpackers 1 offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Kensal Green Backpackers 1?

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

Will I be able to park at Kensal Green Backpackers 1?

No, there isn't parking at this hostel.

Does Kensal Green Backpackers 1 have a casino on the premises?

No, Kensal Green Backpackers 1 doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Kensal Green Backpackers 1?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Kensal Green Backpackers 1 good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this adults-only hostel include around-the-clock room service as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Kensal Green Backpackers 1?

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

Does Kensal Green Backpackers 1 have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Kensal Green Backpackers 1 serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Kensal Green Backpackers 1 allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Kensal Green Backpackers 1.

Are there connecting rooms at Kensal Green Backpackers 1?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Kensal Green Backpackers 1?

The closest major airport to Kensal Green Backpackers 1 is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is 14.2 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is London City Airport (LCY), which is located 26.8 mi away (68-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Kensal Green Backpackers 1?

No, at Kensal Green Backpackers 1, there aren't any rooms that list a balcony.

Kensal Green Backpackers 1 Reviews

Reviews

5.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 783 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 783 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 783 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 156 out of 783 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 249 out of 783 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meleane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ayodele

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The toilets were always filthy early in the morning, on all floors 1st , 2nd 3rd floors. Often there are no antibacterial hand washes, no toilet roll in the cubicles, the corridors are freezing cold. The toilets on the 4th floor were well looked after as it belongs to the staff who work on the premises and also live there. Quite frankly this hostel needs to be inspected by Health Inspectors, it is just a matter of time before there would be health scare or major disease outbreak! There grown men who use the loo and just walk out without washing their hands! And walk through 3 -5 doors to get to their rooms touching the door knobs and even going straight to the kitchen! Can you imagine this ? It is shocking! The Security is inefficient, as anyone Tom, Dick and Harry walks in & out without being challenged. You have to make sure your rooms are locked at all times , or else your belongings might be stolen
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Martin

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No issues does what it says on the tin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dylan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff there especially Ian, who could not be a better understanding person who helped tremendously with a stay. Very knowledgeable about the area. A great asset to your team.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Meleane

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great vibes!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great vibes

Great vibes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kang

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Outside of tube station and next to day and night buses. Small park opposite and staff are very friendly. Be prepared that there is no tables or safes in the dorm, there is wash basin, shower room and beds only. Toilets on every floor. It’s a nice place to stay the nights. Consider kitchen non exist but you can use a kettle to boil water for your own bottle. Value for money, it suits me and I am happy
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ayodele

Disliked: Amenities
The toilets could be better supplied and clean on more regular basis. The room was attended/ tidied up just once a week..! Unacceptable.
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

IVETTE, LONDON

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Meleane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hayley

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is cheap for a reason. Initially I thought it was reasonable since I just needed a bed after a gig, nothing fancy. But the kitchen was really inadequate with the fridge in a lounge on the opposite side of the building. It's very unclean and very few utensils. I was in a dorm of six and there were only two plug sockets. The door locks felt like they might snap off. There's a sign when you enter saying "online bookings don't guarantee a place" so be careful with your plans. To top it all off I've come home covered in bites.
Bites
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Meleane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Meleane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Meleane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Meleane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Meleane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Meleane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rawle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms and a nice lounge area to eat and relax. Has fridges to store your food.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

rajitha

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

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