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A family-run hostel set in the heart of central London, Saint James Backpackers is just 5 minutes’ walk from Earls Court Station. Rated one of the best hostels in London 2017 by the Telegraph and combining original Victorian architecture with modern amenities, it offers complimentary breakfast and dinner. Free high speed WiFi throughout, a spacious garden patio with free gym, communal lounge with a 85-inch Ultra HD TV with cable, Netflix and PS4. Guests can also use the modern shared kitchen to cook their own meals. All dorms have contemporary designs . The property also offer private rooms. The hostel is 15 minutes walk from Natural History and Science Museums and Hyde Park. Madame Tussauds, Harrods and Buckingham Palace are also a 15-minute train ride away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Located in the real heart of London, this property has an excellent location score of 8.6!

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
7.0
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.8
Value for money
7.3
Location
8.6
Free WiFi
7.1
Low score for London
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Area info

Amenities of Saint James Backpackers

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Heating
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Movie nights
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Karaoke
  • Ping-pong
  • Game room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Spa
  • Fitness
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Portuguese

Property practice

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House rules

Saint James Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 10 is required on arrival. That's about USD 12. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 6 are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Saint James Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

8 am to 9:45 am: Free breakfast

7 pm: Communal Dinner. (Free dinner, limited to 30 people maximum per night. Those wanting to eat must sign up in Reception from 6am on the day)

- Dinner is free but not guaranteed; there are limited spaces for dinner; you must sign up at reception each day before 16:00. Sign up is done on a first come, first served basis.

- If you cannot make it here in time, please just call us and request to be put on the list.

- As there are limited places, please do not sign up for dinner if you will not be there to collect it at 7:00 PM.

No pets or animals under any circumstances.

No bicycles, e-scooters or any form of e-transport or anything with large rechargeable batteries permitted inside the hostel. They represent a fire hazard and threat to life, so MUST be kept outside.

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.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of £10 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Saint James Backpackers

  • Guests staying at Saint James Backpackers can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet

  • Saint James Backpackers is 3.1 miles from the center of London. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Saint James Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Saint James Backpackers is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Saint James Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Game room
    • Ping-pong
    • Karaoke
    • Evening entertainment
    • Fitness
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Entertainment staff
    • Bar crawls
    • Movie nights