Kensal Green Backpackers

639 Harrow Road, Kensington and Chelsea, London, United Kingdom - Near vibrant Notting Hill

Around a 15-minute drive from the Victoria and Albert Museum|Victoria and Albert Museum, Kensal Green Backpackers London hostel offers an à la carte restaurant on site.

Location

Situated within a 7-km distance of Buckingham Palace, the London hostel is 4.7 km from such sports venues as the Wembley Stadium. You can access the Piccadilly Circus (8 km) and Harrods (6 km) as popular shopping choices in the area. Guests will also find St Martin's Church, which is right near this youth hostel.

Food & Drinks

Crazy Baker, famous for British dishes, is situated only 250 metres from the accommodation. The hostel features a shared kitchen for self-catering. The nearest underground station is Kensal Green, located just a 5-minute stroll away, while London City airport is 25 km from the budget Kensal Green Backpackers hostel. Kensal Green Backpackers hostel offers a shared lounge, a library, and a TV lounge to enhance guests' comfort.

Why choose Kensal Green Backpackers London

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  • Affordable and fun accommodation

  • 24/7 reception and security

  • Multicultural and vibrant location

  • Access to public transport

Main amenities

  • Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Sports activities

  • On-site Dining

  • Child-friendly

  • No pets allowed

General
  • Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Sports activities
  • On-site Dining
  • Child-friendly
  • No pets allowed
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Internet

  • Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Activities

  • Golf course
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis

Property services

  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining options

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches

In the kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

For kids

  • Board games
  • Game room

Recreation

  • Leisure/ TV room

In the rooms

  • Heating

General facilities

  • No smoking on site
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
from 07:00 until 10:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no cots provided in a room.

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From USD 14 per night
Check-in 1 May 2026
Check-out 2 May 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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639 Harrow Road, Kensington and Chelsea, London, United Kingdom

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    639 Harrow Road, London, United Kingdom

    Important information
    Kensal Green Backpackers
    Check-in:
    from 14:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    from 07:00 until 10:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no cots provided in a room.