Astor Kensington Hostel | Hostel in London

7.5 (2421 Reviews) |   16 Bedrooms  9 Bathrooms  15 Guests
Lancaster Gate Hostel | Astor Kensington Hostel

16 Bedroom Hostel in Lancaster Gate, London

Located in central London, within a short walk from Hyde Park and 10 minutes from Queensway Station on the Central Line, Astor Kensington Hostel provides accommodations for guests over the age of 18. It features a shared lounge and free WiFi. Around a 16-minute walk from Portobello Road Market, the property is also close to Paddington Station. The accommodations offers a 24-hour front desk, and buying tickets for guests. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Heathrow Airport is within easy reach via the Heathrow Express from Paddington Station.

Astor Kensington Hostel is located in London.

This 16 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Laundry, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 2421 reviews with the average score of 7.5 . Coming to London and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

TV
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Walking tours
  • Bar crawls
General
  • Safe
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Guest Services
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Concierge
  • Laundry
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key card access
  • Security alarm
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • First aid kits available

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18 and the maximum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Reception hours (24 hours), check-in is available from 3 pm. check-out is from any time until 10 am. please ensure you check out before 10 am; otherwise, you may be charged for an extra night, proof of identification: a valid proof of id must be shown on arrival, including a passport, driving license, and national identity cards. the property cannot accept paper driving licenses and student or employe ids as proof of identity, breakfast: we provide breakfast every morning, which costs just £3.50 and 3 for £9. dairy-free milk: coconut/soy/almond/ regular milk: skimmed and semi-skimmed juices: orange and apple instant coffee, tea and hot chocolate cereals: granola, rice pop, choco pop, honey hoop and cornflakes bread: white and wholemeal spreads: white and milk chocolate (nutella style), peanut butter, regular butter, plant base/dairy-free (butter style) honey, fruit jam (strawberry, raspberry, blackcurrant and apricot) and marmite, common areas: the kitchen and common areas are all back open! whooop whoop! (kitchen and lounges will be shut at midnight and reopening at 8 am), events: the hostel organizes daily events aimed at backpackers between the ages of 18-30 years, terms: please note that all bookings are subject to the signing of the property's terms and conditions via a rental agreement which will be emailed to the guest following their reservation. please note that all guests must be aged over 18. underage guests who book will not be accommodated and will not be refunded. different policies and additional supplements will apply when booking for 12 people or more, facilities: please be aware that our building has no elevator and that you may be assigned to one of our top floors and a top bunk bed, luggage storage is free on the day of arrival and costs gbp 2.50 per bag on the day of departure. an extra fee of gbp 7.5 per bag per day applies for the days following check out. storage lockers for small valuables are available for gbp 2 per day. towels are available for rent for gbp 3.50, please note: for the safety of others, anyone exhibiting symptoms of covid-19 will be unable to stay at the hostel. therefore, we recommend you return home if traveling domestically or to use specialist self-isolation accommodations. self-isolation - guests who wish to self-isolate in the hostel must do so in a private room; guests must not perform the self-isolation period if coming from abroad in shared dorms.guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.99
Location:
9.02
Staff:
8.96
Facilities:
7.45
Comfort:
7.42
Cleanliness:
7.43
Camila Alejandra
Jun 14, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
Chile
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: The staff were super nice!
Negative: The bathroom wasn’t really clean
Summary: Amazing staff and good location!
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite (18–40 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 19 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Towels

General

Privacy curtain, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Lockers, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite (18–40 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 11 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite (18–40 years)

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Towels

General

Privacy curtain, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Lockers, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom (18–40 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 10 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels

General

Privacy curtain, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Lockers, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Twin Room with Ensuite Bathroom
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 8 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Towels

General

Privacy curtain, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Lockers, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom (18–40 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 11 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels

General

Privacy curtain, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Lockers, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (18–40 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 26 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Shared bathroom, Toilet

General

Privacy curtain, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Lockers, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (18–40 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room (18–40 years)

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Towels

General

Privacy curtain, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Lockers, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (18–40 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room (18–40 years)

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Towels

General

Privacy curtain, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Lockers, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room Ensuite (18–40 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 19 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room Ensuite (18–40 years)

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Towels

General

Privacy curtain, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Lockers, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Ensuite (18–40 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Toilet, Towels

General

Privacy curtain, Private entrance, Iron, Fan, Ironing facilities, Heating, Lockers, Key card access, Fire extinguisher, Smoke Alarm

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed
Triple Room with Private Bathroom
Room Type: Triple
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels
5 Bed Mixed Dorm Ensuite (18–40 years)
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
1 Bunk bed Bed

Bathroom

Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Toilet, Towels
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