YHA London Central

Hotel Description

I’ll be honest – when I first walked up to YHA London Central on Bolsover Street, I wasn’t expecting much from a hostel, even a 4-star one. But this place actually surprised me in the best way possible. The building itself has this solid, reassuring feel to it, and you can tell they’ve put real thought into making it feel less institutional and more… well, human. The lobby doesn’t have that sterile hotel chain vibe – it’s got character without trying too hard, if you know what I mean.

What really won me over was the location, though honestly, it took me a day or two to realize just how perfect it is. You’re tucked away on this quiet residential street in Fitzrovia, which means you actually get some sleep at night (trust me, this matters in London), but you’re literally a five-minute walk from Oxford Circus when you want to dive into the chaos. I mean, I could grab coffee from that little place on Cleveland Street in the morning, then be browsing through Selfridges twenty minutes later. The BBC’s headquarters is practically around the corner, and there’s something oddly comforting about being in a neighborhood where actual Londoners work and live, not just tourists taking photos of red buses.

The rooms themselves – well, they’re hostel rooms, so don’t expect luxury, but they’re clean and thoughtfully designed. The beds are actually comfortable, which honestly shocked me because I’ve stayed in expensive hotels with worse mattresses. What I really appreciated were the little touches that show someone was thinking about real travelers: proper reading lights, enough outlets for your devices, and storage that actually makes sense. The common areas get busy in the evenings, especially during summer, but there’s this nice energy without being overwhelming. The staff genuinely seem to enjoy helping people figure out the city, and I overheard them giving directions that were actually useful – not just the tourist trap recommendations you usually get. The whole place has this relaxed efficiency that makes you feel like you’re staying somewhere that gets it, you know? For the price point and that 8.3 rating, it makes complete sense – it’s one of those places that delivers exactly what it promises without any pretense.

Rooms

• Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room with 1 bunk bed for 1 adult
• Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room with 1 bunk bed for 1 adult
• Quadruple Room with 2 bunk beds for 4 adults, 3 children
• Dormitory Room (6 Adults) with 6 bunk beds for 6 adults
• Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom (6 Adults) with 6 bunk beds for 6 adults
• Standard Single Room with 1 single bed for 1 adult
• Standard Twin Room with 2 bunk beds for 2 adults, 1 child

Facilities