"It is a bit difficult for me to accurately review as I never actually got to see the room that I booked. The building was clean, modern and secure. Handily placed from the tube line and a few eateries in the near vicinity. I thought it was going to be a great option.
Check in was due to be 3pm. I arrived slightly early and told that my room was not yet ready. Fair enough, and not an issue. I was asked to wait in the foyer.
I think that there was also a staff changeover as the person i...
"It is a bit difficult for me to accurately review as I never actually got to see the room that I booked. The building was clean, modern and secure. Handily placed from the tube line and a few eateries in the near vicinity. I thought it was going to be a great option.
Check in was due to be 3pm. I arrived slightly early and told that my room was not yet ready. Fair enough, and not an issue. I was asked to wait in the foyer.
I think that there was also a staff changeover as the person i...
"The staff was very kind and friendly but there was a lot of confusion and lack of organization. There were also no towels for rent at the desk as the website said there would be and the toilet in the all female dorm was broken (not a huge deal as there was another restroom outside the room but still not ideal). The rooms themselves were clean and the beds were normal hostel beds. Definitely worth the $20/night but not much more than that."
"The staff was very kind and friendly but there was a lot of confusion and lack of organization. There were also no towels for rent at the desk as the website said there would be and the toilet in the all female dorm was broken (not a huge deal as there was another restroom outside the room but still not ideal). The rooms themselves were clean and the beds were normal hostel beds. Definitely worth the $20/night but not much more than that."
"The property was so convenient and good that I booked another stay for another 3 nights in the same week and also had another night which I booked directly with reception due to the urgent nature of the first extension."
"The property was so convenient and good that I booked another stay for another 3 nights in the same week and also had another night which I booked directly with reception due to the urgent nature of the first extension."
"This is an excellent option on a very tight budget. It is hard to criticise at the price but there are other dormitory offerings that are more comfortable and enjoyable. Great location and bedding very clean."
"This is an excellent option on a very tight budget. It is hard to criticise at the price but there are other dormitory offerings that are more comfortable and enjoyable. Great location and bedding very clean."
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"Great location for British Museum, Tottenham Court Road, main railway stations, Northern & Piccadilly Tube lines. Easy check in and clean rooms. Very busy cosmopolitan hotel but still quiet nights sleep. Nice choice of pub or cafe at entrance. Would stay again if in London. Any small complaint/ issue would be lack of AC (my visit during heatwave) and lack of any seating in reception area."
"The location is wonderful especially since there is a ferry service & all types of public transport available close by on either side of the Thames. The property is very quirky & cute & very Euro, from this American’s perspective (a compliment, to be sure). Breakfast is quite a convenience. Rooms are very clean! I was there during the heat wave so the temp in the rooms was the only discomfort, but the place is so charming, I can overlook it and definitely stay again!"
"Great location within walking distance to Buckingham palace, Royal Mews, Big Ben and Westminster Abbey. Great restaurants near by and a self serve market for sandwich and drinks across the street. Clean rooms, great showers and quiet."
"The hotel itself is in a great location and it has everything you need it’s clean and the staff are nice. However I will say it’s pretty basic inside, and I didn’t think the no window would bother me but I did a little. However I knew it was a windowless room when I booked. The beds are uncomfortable and you have to pay for extras you’d typically get for free in other hotels. For example I had a late train home and they charge you £15 per item to use the luggage room. Usually I wouldn’t bother but it was the hottest day of the year and didn’t want to carry my bags round London for the day until I had my train home
However overall for the price you pay for the middle of London it has all you need really being a bed to sleep in and a place to shower although very basic inside."
"Rooms were clean and staff were courteous and helpful. Breakfast was okay for the promotion price at the time.
Location was convenient with good shopping access and very close to metro with convenient train lines. "
"I had a great stay at Otherwander and I will absolutely stay here again when I next find myself in London! I loved how comfy the bed was and the facilities were super clean.
The following are my minor nitpicks:
-The QR scanners across the hotel are quite inconsistent
-The cost of renting extra towels felt quite steep to me (£5 a towel) but this may be standard in London? Where I'm from, extra towels are usually free so I wasn't expecting this
-The pods could benefit from extra soundproofing. If anyone is in the hallway they can be heard walking and talking from inside the pods. The pod doors need to be shut quite firmly, and I felt very conscious about leaving my pod at certain hours incase I woke people by shutting my door.
-The pods could benefit from one extra shelf. The existing shelf and storage pocket (on the left side) get completely full with 1 very small suitcase, 1 pair of shoes and a bottled drink. I understand that this may be to encourage you to use their luggage storage facilities, but I really prefer the privacy of being able to store my belongings with me at all times.
-The shower rooms would benefit from a shelf to pop toiletries on for people that have difficulty bending to pick them up, however the hotel does provide free shampoo and shower gel in holders on the wall, so this only applies to personal toiletries
-The thermostats in the pods can't be lowered below 19c, I like sleeping cold so this was a bit saddening on the 30c days during my stay"
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Barking?
Our guests like these accommodations in the area, and they may offer budget-friendly rates: Strand Palace Hotel - 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from the heart of Barking. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Tottenham Court Road Underground Station and Tottenham Court Road Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi, tour/ticket assistance and a lift at this hotel. The Tower Hotel, by Thistle - 7 mi (11.3 km) from the heart of Barking. Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station and London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station). Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Barking?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. Average annual precipitation for Barking is 694 mm.
What is there to see and do in Barking?
Generally, Barking is known for its coffee shops, historical sites and local tours. Major attractions include The Arena, Tower of London and London Eye. Get out into nature with places such as River Thames, Hyde Park and Leicester Square. Cultural attractions include The British Museum, Theatre Royal Stratford East and ABBA Arena.
What's the best way to get to and around Barking while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Barking in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is London (LCY-London City), 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is 23.3 mi (37.5 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. Take advantage of metro transport at Barking L.T. Station, Upney Underground Station and Barking Riverside Station. If you're eager to see more of the area, head over to Barking Station to take a train.