About

YHA London Central boasts seven floors of modern, budget accommodation, just five minutes' walk from Oxford Street. This is the perfect place for young backpackers wanting to experience the heart of the capital.

Great news! Modern, stylish and affordable accommodation in London is possible. Our on-site cafe/bar is perfect for a relaxing drink or snack and to swap stories with fellow travellers. We have 24hr reception facilities and access.

We're within very easy reach of Oxford Circus, Soho and the West End, so great shopping opportunities, restaurants and entertainment await you.

YHA London Central is not equipped for groups - for group bookings please contact YHA London Thameside or YHA London Holland Park, both found here on Hostelworld.

Please note that we do not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England & Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.

London Attractions: We sell discounted and fast track entrance tickets to some of London's most famous sights and best kept secrets. Including the London Eye, Madame Tussauds, The Tower of London, Walking tours, Bike tours, boat trips and many, many more. Plus, every penny we make at YHA goes directly back in to our charity 'Breaks for Kids' which makes it possible for children from financially disadvantaged backgrounds to take part in school or community group breaks away! Ask us for a full activity list on check in.

Hostel Activities: We organise fun stuff for you to do nearly every day of the week! Such as Free Walking tours, top rated Pub Crawls, Group trips to famous West End Shows, Jet boating on the Thames, Burger nights, Sunday Roasts, movie nights'..well, you get the drift! It's a fantastic way to meet other travellers and really make the most of your time in London! Find out what's happening in Your YHA London Hostel while you're staying with us - ask for the itinerary when you check in.

To ensure a safe and comfortable stay for all guests, the lead booker must be 18 years or older. Guests under 18 are welcome to stay when accompanied by an adult. Children under 12 years old are not permitted in shared dormitory rooms and must be booked into private accommodation. Guests aged 12 to 17 may stay in shared dormitories only when accompanied by the adult they are traveling with. Mixed-gender groups who wish to stay in the same room are required to book private rooms.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • ATM
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Reviews

8.3Fabulous(4961)
  • Value for Money
    7.8
  • Security
    8.8
  • Atmosphere
    8.0
  • Cleanliness
    8.0
  • Staff
    8.8
  • Location
    9.4
  • Facilities
    7.1
Stayed in Nov 2025
8.9
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ivana
Female, 31-40, USA
Great stuff, location and very clean. However, furniture is old, showers have discoloration on walls, no shelf to put toiletries or towel on when showering, ridiculously tiny sinks where it’s impossible to wash your hands or face.
Stayed in Nov 2025
10
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Lydia
Female, 25-30, England
A flying visit, but a wonderful stay! Friendly staff, comfortable bed, clean facilities, respectful guests, what more could you want? Thank you YHA :)
Stayed in Oct 2025
8.9
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Said
Male, 41+, England
I really enjoyed my stay at this hostel — the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, the staff were friendly, and the common areas had a great vibe for meeting new people. The location was also perfect, close to everything I needed. One small thing I’d advise future guests to keep in mind is to be a bit cautious with valuables. While I personally had no major issues, I noticed that storage for personal items could be improved or made a bit more secure. Bringing a good lock or keeping your valuables
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Location

104-108 Bolsover St, London, England
2.9km from city centre
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Hostelworld says

YHA London Central is often mentioned by our guests as having "exceptionally pleasant and helpful" staff who offer "good service" and a wide knowledge of London. Hostelworld users also frequently praise this hostel's "modern and clean" rooms, with one review comparing it to a "well above-average hotel". We like their 24hr cafe - perfect if you want to grab some breakfast before catching an early-morning train.