YHA London Thameside - Hostel
2.0 star property

Hostel with 24-hour front desk, near Tower Bridge

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Lobby
Property entrance
Front of property
In-room safe, blackout curtains, wheelchair access
Dining

Overview of YHA London Thameside - Hostel

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

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20 Salter Road, Rotherhithe, London, England, SE16 5PR
  • Popular LocationThe Old Salt Quay2 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Brunel6 min walk
  • Popular LocationLondon Victoria Rail Station25 min drive
  • Popular LocationLondon King's Cross Station28 min drive
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Room options

Six Bed Private Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

Two Bed Private Room Ensuite

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Four Bed Private Room

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Women only (Sleeps 6)

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Men only (Sleeps 6)

Highlights

Blackout curtains
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
In-room safe
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

London

YHA London Thameside - Hostel is located in Southwark, a neighbourhood in London, and is on the Strip and near a metro station. Covent Garden Market and Oxford Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Thames River and Russell Square. Check out an event or a game at ExCeL Exhibition Centre, and consider making time for Sky Garden, a top attraction not to be missed.

What's nearby

  • Tower Bridge - 5 min drive
  • Tower of London - 5 min drive
  • The Shard - 6 min drive
  • London Bridge - 6 min drive
  • O2 Arena - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Rotherhithe Overground Station - 7 min walk
  • Surrey Quays Station - 18 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Leadbelly's - 11 min walk
  • Urban Baristas - 9 min drive
  • The Prospect of Whitby - 8 min drive
  • The Mayflower - 8 min walk
  • The Old Salt Quay - 2 min walk

About this property

YHA London Thameside - Hostel

Hostel near Tower Bridge
At YHA London Thameside - Hostel, you can look forward to a coffee shop/cafe, laundry facilities and a bar. In addition to conference space and a restaurant, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), meeting rooms and a 24-hour front desk
  • A lift, luggage storage and smoke-free property
Room features
All 70 rooms include amenities such as safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Wardrobes/cupboards and daily housekeeping

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM–9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6.75 for adults and GBP 3.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Communal living room
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Towels

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 6.75 for adults and from GBP 3.50 for children
  • Towels available for a fee (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

YHA London Thameside Hostel
YHA Thameside Hostel
YHA London Thameside
YHA London Thameside - Hostel London
YHA London Thameside - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is YHA London Thameside - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at YHA London Thameside - Hostel?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at YHA London Thameside - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 5 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at YHA London Thameside - Hostel?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is YHA London Thameside - Hostel located?

Located in Southwark, this hostel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Tower Bridge, Tower of London and The Shard. London Bridge and Liverpool Street are also within 3 miles (5 km). Rotherhithe Overground Station is 7 minutes by foot and Canada Water Underground Station is 12 minutes.

YHA London Thameside - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 160 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 160 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GHULAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Zoe

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely and affordable hostel. Staff are friendly and accommodating, room was nice and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Juan Manuel

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Ma. Lourdes

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Kerri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No parking!!! It cost me $72 pounds and an hour of walking to find alternate parking!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Stanislava

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we didn't like the lack of parking opportunities, but we liked the area in general. Staff seemed kind and friendly. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Rojina

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yuan

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay
Great welcome from staff. Room was good - only negatives were gaps in curtains and mattress so firm my hips hurt.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beans were cold at breakfast but other than that it was fine. The bed was also a little short for me and I’m only 5”7
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020