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Saint James Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Buckingham Palace

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Fridge, microwave
Reception
Triple Room, Terrace | Terrace/patio
Living area
Gym

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is £54
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Smart TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Smart TV
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite | Room amenity

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Smart TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Triple Room, Terrace | Terrace/patio

Triple Room, Terrace

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Fridge, microwave

Shared Dormitory (Bed in 6 mixed dorm)

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Single Room (Bed in 4 mixed dorm) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room (Bed in 4 mixed dorm)

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 127 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Fridge, microwave

Shared Dormitory (Bed in 8 mixed dorm)

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory (Bed in 8 Female dorm)

Highlights

Daily housekeeping
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

6-Bed Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Double Bed Room Without Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

8- Bed Female Only Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

3 Bunk Bed Private Room Without Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Interior

Triple Room, Terrace

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

4-Bed Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Double Bed Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

3 Bunk Bed Private Room With Balcony Without Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

8- Bed Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Twin Single Bed Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
21 Longridge Road, London, England, SW5 9SB

What's nearby

  • Kensington High Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Natural History Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Hyde Park - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Buckingham Palace - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Big Ben - 9 min drive - 3.2 miles

Getting around

  • Earl's Court Station - 6 min walk
  • West Brompton Station - 12 min walk
  • London (LCY-London City) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pret a Manger - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Over Under Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Saint James Backpackers

Hostel near Buckingham Palace
Located close to Big Ben and London Dungeon, Saint James Backpackers provides free self-service breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a playground and a gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Outdoor furniture, barbecues and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in reception, luggage storage and a banquet hall
  • A TV in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Saint James Backpackers offer amenities, such as free WiFi.

Languages

Croatian, Czech, English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests should be aware that 1 cat and 1 dog reside at this property
Each guest is required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in, such as a passport or driving licence.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: GBP 20 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts only chip-and-PIN credit cards for on-site payments
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and mobile payments

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Saint James Backpackers Hostel London
Saint James Backpackers Hostel
Saint James Backpackers London
Saint James Backpackers London England
Saint James Backpackers London
Saint James Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Saint James Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation London

Frequently asked questions

Is Saint James Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Saint James Backpackers?

As of 15 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Saint James Backpackers on 16 Jun 2025 start from £54.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Saint James Backpackers?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Saint James Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Saint James Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Saint James Backpackers located?

Located in London City Centre, this hostel is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Buckingham Palace, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Big Ben and London Dungeon. University of London and St. Paul's Cathedral are also within 6 mi (10 km). Earl's Court Station is 6 minutes by foot and West Kensington Underground Station is 10 minutes.

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Saint James Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 213 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nibal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Saint James Hostel

Saint James hostel is a welcoming place to stay. It gives you the feel of a family home, with its very friendly and helpful staff who connect with guests. The hostel offers free breakfast and free dinner. They organise events and games to entertain. They even have a happiness manager! Tosh does a great job whether he is cooking dinner, making popcorn or organising a game for the guests. I recommend trying it if visiting London.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a traveller passing through
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aideen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was helpful and a lot of the costumers were friendly. The location was very close to the tube station and had several bus routes that pass really close
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rawle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the free cooked breakfast, TV room area, and outside chill out area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Maan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No bathroom on 3 floor. Poor breakfest.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yassine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Gabriella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have a lovely cat who wonders around! Highlight right there
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jainil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay✌️

10/10 Excellent

ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to the Museum of Natural History, V&A, Harrods and more
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdullah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Usually l don't rate, but this place is spectacular!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rawle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and facilities.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hugo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best option to make good friends and sleep in London
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Staff & service

Bit hot and smelly but good atmosphere

Pretty good for the money. Nice atmosphere from the moment you walk in. Definitely stay in the smaller dorm than the larger ones.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Free dinner and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great people and great place
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aishwarya

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Charles

Disliked: Room comfort

Theft

Not happy,2 cans ovv my beer stolen from fridge , asked for replacement not given or refund £ as details on fridge anyone taking items not there’s is theft No lift wasn’t pleased
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty basic, as advertised , but very satisfactory and convenient. Interesting young clientele
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not often stayed in a hostel with so many amenities and extras, like the free breakfast, evening meals and drinks. Didn’t have the best nights sleep but this was due to the people in the room, which the hostel can’t do anything about!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

MING

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good~
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Bed bugs

Sadly got bites from bed bugs. First and last time here. The bunk bed was basic but creaked everytime the girl above moved. Couldn’t sleep because of this. I stayed here as I was going to a work event in the evening and just needed a place to lay my head. The bed bug bites were upsetting to say the least.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a family owned and run hostel that has been generationally passed down. It is affordable, well run, you always have hot water, and the staff are very welcoming and helpful and keep the bathrooms clean (which is quite a task!). In addition, there are lockers under the beds where you can store your stuff (just bring a lock), the breakfast is good and predictable and there is an optional dinner you can sign up for every evening. There is a football match on nearly every evening to boot (in season of course)! It is only a 5 min walk from the tube (Stamford Bridge is only 2 stops away!) and restaurants abound. A couple of things you won't know from booking here: there is a 10 pound refundable deposit for the room key (bring cash), bring a towel (but a small travel towel on Amazon) and soap/shampoo with you (or buy it at the grocery store when you arrive), and they have deals on weekly rates of you book with them directly and you don't start your stay on the weekend. Overall, I'd go back in a heartbeat. Next time you travel to London, don't stay at a hotel, support a local family that is doing good work in the city. Stay at St James Backpackers!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

valerie

Liked: Staff & service

cheerful and friendly

This has to be the friendliest, most cheerful hostel i have ever stayed in. Had great conversations with people even though many are much younger, but some my age. But beds could be better - pillows woeful. More cleaning needs to be done. Great having breakfast provided as well as social activities organised by management.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 1 night. Absolutely amazing value for money, exceptional customer service and staff, so helpful friendly. Female showers in basement incredible steaming hot, beds are fine with basic mattress, duvet & pillow (April), 2 sockets & usb charging next to lower bunks (room 2, bed A Female dorm), FREE buffet & hot breakfast. FREE dinner if you book before 4pm on the day. wifi in dorms and main areas worked great. Stunningly beautiful architecture of house. Couldnt fault it and will stay every time i visit my daughters flat in London
Stayed 1 night in May 2023