Cricketers Hostel in London, England

Cricketers Hostel offers adults-only dormitory rooms with privacy curtains on every bunk bed and lockers with keys included, so guests do not need a padlock. Each bed arrives with a towel and made-up sheets, and USB charging points are available at the bedside. The hostel has a shared bathroom with multiple showers and toilets, cleaned several times a day, and a heated interior for year-round comfort.

The shared kitchen is equipped with a cooker, microwave, fridge-freezer, and ample utensils, along with free tea and coffee provided by the manager. Free washing machines and dryers are available for guests to use, a rare offering in budget London accommodation. A rooftop terrace offers outdoor seating where guests can eat meals in the sunshine.

The hostel is located in Kennington, Lambeth, within walking distance of Kennington Underground Station on the Northern Line, placing central London attractions 15-25 minutes away. Supermarkets and buses are within a 5-minute walk, and landmarks such as Big Ben and London Bridge are reachable on foot in about 30 minutes. London City Airport is 14 km from the property.

Check-in and key collection take place at the sister hostel Dover Castle Hostel in Borough, a 20-30 minute walk or short bus/tube ride away. Guests pay a refundable £10 deposit for the locker key at check-in. The hostel is non-smoking throughout, has a designated smoking area on the terrace, and offers luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures.

Location: 5 min walk to Kennington tube, 15 min to Big Ben

Rooms: Adults-only dorms with privacy curtains & included towels

Amenities: Free laundry machines & rooftop terrace

Value: Lockers with keys, free tea/coffee, daily cleaning

Staff: On-site manager Robert known for exceptional service