Astor Museum InnEditor's Pick

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The Astor Museum Inn is a 100-bed hostel located just across the road from the British Museum and near the tranquil green spaces of Russell Square and Bloomsbury Square Gardens. Despite its privileged location, the Astor Museum Inn complies with typical hostel stereotypes— it’s cheap, basic and filled with hungover international students who sleep in way past noon.

Rooms come in a variety of sizes, from private doubles to 12-bed dorms. All varieties are cramped, with red metal bunks and a small vanity. Thin navy blue curtains hang haphazardly over the windows, and there are lockable metal baskets under the beds. All bathrooms are shared and clean, if dated.

It may have a rundown appearance, but the Astor Museum Inn has a laid-back, youthful vibe and proves a solid option for lone travelers looking to meet new people. Guests congregate in the TV lounge, which is decorated with brown cushioned benches, colorful lamps and assorted posters. The hostel also offers a well-equipped kitchen.

Breakfast is included in the room rate. Wi-Fi is available for an additional fee, but the Internet stations in the TV lounge can be used free of charge.

Note: There are steep stairs and no elevator, and the Astor Museum Inn runs a strict age policy (you must be between the ages of 18 and 35 to stay here).

» Nina Derham

Note: This hotel was visited by a EuroCheapo editor and is recommended based on cleanliness, location, price and overall quality. EuroCheapo did not charge this hotel to be listed.