The Best Hostels In Camden London

Camden is the original cool-kid destination in London. Its sprawling market, underground gigs and legendary nightclubs – including KOKO and Egg London – attract celebrities and backpackers alike. Whether you’re coming to see the sights, make new friends or just have some fun, these Camden hostels offer something to suit all tastes – bookable on Culture Trip.

1. St Christopher’s Inn Camden

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A stylish indoor bar with tables, chairs, modern lights and a neon light shaped as a lightning bolt over a David Bowie image at St Christophers Inn

Not for the faint-hearted, St Christopher’s is a true party hostel; it has its own bar and organises daily pub crawls through Camden. Voted Best Large Hostel Chain in 2016, it’s a reliable, comfortable choice that won’t come with any nasty surprises – just a proper London pub vibe and lots of fun. Rooms range from private twin to 10-bed mixed dorms, but all come with an en-suite bathroom.

2. The Hurdwick

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Part of the Mornington – a hostel specifically for women – the Hurdwick in Camden is great for solo travellers and those anxious about visiting London for the first time. Stylishly designed and located inside a cool townhouse, the deluxe double rooms also feature en suites, which makes for a comfortable, friendly atmosphere. It doesn’t have the party environment you’ll find at some city hostels, but it feels far more luxe than your usual dorm room. The private patio is a highlight, while free towels and soap also help justify the higher nightly rate.

3. Hostel One Camden

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A consistent favourite among solo travellers, Hostel One in Camden has a welcoming pub environment with top-class staff and a fun atmosphere. Social activities are high on the agenda, making this a great option for backpackers hoping to make new friends and party. Dinner, which is usually a vegetarian option, is part of the booking package here, so you won’t spend a fortune eating out locally.

5. Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage

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An outside area at Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage, with tables, chairs fake grass, a parasol, lights and bamboo

Located slightly out of Camden in green and pleasant Swiss Cottage, Palmers Lodge has a more relaxed atmosphere than most others in the area. The Victorian mansion gives a sense of a boutique English countryside hotel but, in reality, you’re only a short tube journey from Central London. The recently renovated interiors have a real St Trinian’s vibe (in the best kind of way) and the outdoor garden is a great place to chill and meet new people – when the weather allows.

Fancy discovering more budget-friendly places to stay in London? Check out our pick of the best hostels to book in London, England, bookable with Culture Trip.

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