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Rub shoulders with Kylie Minogue and the Beckhams, have your photo taken with the Queen or scream in the Chamber of Horrors. One of the most famous tourist attractions in London.
YHA London Central
London, W1W 5NU- On sale
January sale
25% off
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Subject to availability. Offer available on selected hostels only. Offer only available on new bookings made online between 24th December 2019 and 4th February 2020 for stays between 24th December 2019 and 24th April 2020. Offer is for accommodation only and membership discount cannot be used in conjunction with this offer. Promotional terms and conditions apply and bookings made with this promotional code are booked on a non-cancellable, non-amendable rate. Offer not available for groups of 16 or over (unless booking through YHA Exclusive Hire). YHA reserves the right to amend or end this offer at any time.
Overview
YHA London Central is the perfect place for backpackers to stay when wishing to explore the capital. The Youth Hostel is modern, but affordable, and ideal for those looking for culture or shopping! Ask our knowledgeable staff for a range of great deals on popular attractions, or insider advice on London’s hidden gems.
If you’re looking for accommodation where you’ll feel secure, this London backpackers’ hostel can deliver. With key card access required for both the bedrooms and the corridors, rest assured that you’ll be safe and sound!
Why guests love YHA London Central
Accommodation at YHA London Central
The hostel
Hostel bedrooms comprise of 1 x double room, 1x 2 bed bunk room, 30 x 4 bed en-suite bunk, 2 x 4 bed bunk, 12 x 6 bed en-suite bunk, 5 x 6 bed bunk and 5 x 8 bed bunk. We also have a beauty room available for our guests, complete with hair straighteners, hair dryers and an ironing board.
All rooms below eight beds can be made private as required and are available as family rooms.
Our bar is the central hub of the hostel and is the perfect place for guests to socialise and make plans for seeing London. There is ample space for guests to use laptops, enjoy a meal or a drink, or relax with a good book. There is a cash machine and post box for your convenience and the atmosphere is fun, friendly and relaxed.
Food and drink at YHA London Central
Things to do around YHA London Central
The Original London Sightseeing Bus Tour
This bus tour takes in all of the capital’s famous sights and also includes an exciting riverboat cruise on the River Thames.
London Dungeon
1000 years of London's gory history, 11 actor led shows and two scary rides make for a chilling experience and a great day out.
London Zoo
London Zoo is home to 750 species of animals including lions and lizards, monkeys and meerkats, birds and butterflies.
Buckingham Palace
Home to the Queen and steeped in history, Buckingham Palace is a must see for any visitor.
The Houses of Parliament
Guy Fawkes once tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament and, whilst you won't find any gunpowder there anymore, it is still home to the UK government and some often explosive discussions between the
The British Museum
The British Museum houses a vast collection of artefacts and treasures, many of them acquired as the British Empire grew.
Little Chelsea
This vibrant shopping quarter has all the vibe of its namesake. You'll find over 50 indie retailers for fab vintage finds, along with restaurants and cafes to relax in.
Walking and Rambling in London
Thanks to Sandemans London tours, you can delve deep into the history, heritage and culture of the capital. See well-known attractions like Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey and the Chang
London Marathon
The Virgin Money London Marathon is the largest annual fundraising event on the planet. 26.2 miles is the distance our runners are going for young lives. We’d love to have you on our team.
London Landmarks Half Marathon
We are thrilled to be a charity partner of the London Landmarks Half Marathon 2019 which promises to be a day like no other. This race takes place through Westminster and the City with 10,000+ runn
ASICS London 10k
The ASICS London 10k (formerly the British 10k) spans across the countries capital. You'll pass notable landmarks like the London Eye, Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
Drink, Shop & Do
Eclectic all-day cafe and designer store in an airy space that also stages evening craft classes.
Gasholder No8 at King's Cross
The iconic guideframe of Gasholder No 8 frames the new park at King's Cross.
The Calthorpe Project
A pleasant, pretty inner-city community space that’s tucked away behind King’s Cross station. Locals gather here to socialise, exercise and get their hands dirty gardening.
The Harry Potter Shop & Platform 9 3/4
Still waiting for your Hogwarts letter? Don’t worry, you can experience the next best thing at King’s Cross station.
Free Tour of London
Explore the major landmarks of London with the Sandemans free walking tour.
British Museum Small Group Tour
Dive into the history books with a semi-private tour of the British Museum.
3-hour London Private City Tour
Explore the major landmarks of London with your very own private tour.
2-hour London private city tour
Explore the best bits of London but are on a time limit? Take the London highlights tour offered by Sandemans.
London pub crawl
Enjoy a great night out with your friends and visit some of the best pubs, clubs and bars in London.
London Harry Potter Tour
Follow in the footsteps of legendary witches and wizards in this two hour tour around some of the most iconic locations in the Harry Potter franchise.
London Grim Reaper tour
This tour is not for the faint of heart. Explore the deep dark depths of London's past, discover how criminals were treated and what life was really like in the darker days.
London Street Art Tour
Discover the more colourful streets of London with a guided tour around its incredible Street art. London's East End is home to the more rebellious side of the capital.
London Old City walking tour
London is a modern city, but it had much simpler beginnings. This three hour walking tour visits the more historic and older sections of the city.
Facilities
General
- Ambulant accessible
- Cot available
- Free wi-fi
- Wheelchair accessible
Essentials
- Laundry
- Lounge
- Luggage store
Entertainment
- Board games
- TV
Accommodation options
- Private rooms available
- En suite rooms available
Food & drink
- Dining room
- Licensed bar
- Meals available
- Self-catering kitchen
Transportation & parking
- Near underground
- Near train station
Need to know
Check in: From 14:00
Check out: Before 10:00
Towels and toiletries: Towels and toiletries are not provided but are available to hire or purchase from reception. Bedding is supplied.
Parking: There is no parking at the hostel
Pets: Pets are not permitted at YHA London Central. Assistance dogs are welcome.
Wi-Fi: Free wi-fi is available in social spaces.
YHA London Central - Access Statement
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Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
You can find out more and apply to volunteer at this hostel on the volunteering website.
History
YHA London Central opened in 2008 to become the new flag ship property for central London. The building was first used as offices and as a student union. By YHA London Central’s 4th year, the hostel has broken every British record by being the first youth hostel to top 100,000 overnights in one year.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: This popular backpackers hostel is close to London’s vast array of museums and galleries, there really is something for everyone and the best thing is they're all absolutely free! perfect for a cheap city break.
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