The Crown Hostel & Bar in London, England

The Crown operates a 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security, with CCTV in common areas and outside the property. Guests have access to lockers for storing valuables and luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures. Daily housekeeping is provided, and the hostel offers free WiFi throughout the building.

Accommodation is in mixed dormitories with shared bathrooms, each bed supplied with fresh linen, a comforter, and a pillow. The hostel offers beds in 3-bed, 9-bed, and 15-bed mixed dormitories as well as a 9-bed female dormitory. A triple room with shared bathroom is also available for small groups.

The on-site pub has a bar and restaurant serving food, wine, and champagne, with live sport events shown on screens. Board games and puzzles are provided for guests, and the bar is open 24 hours for drinks. The pub also features a terrace and outdoor furniture for al fresco eating and drinking.

The Crown is on Lavender Hill in Battersea, south-west London, with an extensive bus network connecting to central London directly from a stop outside. Clapham Junction railway station and three tube stations are within walking distance. Major sights such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, and the London Eye are reachable in 40 minutes by public transport.

The hostel is adults only and provides a designated smoking area for guests who smoke. Fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and key access are in place, along with 24-hour security and CCTV coverage. Heating is available throughout the property, and the non-smoking policy applies to all indoor areas.

Amenities: 24-hour bar, live sport events, board games

Rooms: Dormitories from 3-bed to 15-bed, female dorm available

Dining: On-site pub restaurant with wine and champagne

Location: Clapham Junction walking distance, bus stop outside

Safety: 24-hour front desk, CCTV, lockers, luggage storage

Policy: Adults only, designated smoking area