Rest Up London - Hostel

2.0 star property
Baroque hotel near The Shard

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Front of property
Staircase
Interior entrance
Interior entrance
Living area

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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172 New Kent Road, London, England, SE1 4YT
  • Place, The Shard
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, London Bridge
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Tower Bridge
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪84 min drive‬

Room options

Private family room 4 beds - shared bathroom

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Private Twin - private bathroom

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Private family room 6 beds - shared bathroom

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bed in shared, mixed room of 4 - ensuite

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bed in shared, mixed room of 10 - shared barhroom

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bed in shared, mixed room of 6 - shared bathroom

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bed in shared, mixed room of 8 - shared bathroom

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 bed in shared, mixed room of 8 - private bathroom

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bed in shared, mixed room of 10 - private bathroom

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 5 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

1 bed in shared, mixed room of 4 - shared bathroom

  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bed in shared, mixed room of 33 - shared bathroom

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 16 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bed in shared, mixed room of 6 - private bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Private family room 6 beds - shared bathroom

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Triple Room

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Private family room 6 beds - shared bathroom

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Private family room 4 beds - shared bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

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About the area

London

City center stay.Your stay at this London City Centre hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of The Shard and London Bridge. Tower Bridge and Tower of London are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • The Shard - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Borough Market - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • London Bridge - 9 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Tower Bridge - 10 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Tower of London - 13 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Elephant & Castle Station - 7 min walk
  • Elephant & Castle Underground Station - 9 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪GAIL's Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Rising - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Spit and Sawdust - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Lebanese Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizzeria Pappagone - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Rest Up London - Hostel

Baroque hotel near The Shard
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at Rest Up London - Hostel.

This Baroque London hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 140 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 1913
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Rest Up London - Hostel offers 140 accommodations. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 5 to 7.99 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 shared bathrooms (in-room sinks)
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-in hours are between 3 PM and 2 AM.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 10.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 5 to 7.99 per person
  • Towels fee: GBP 5 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Rest Up London - Hostel.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Rest Up London - Hostel to the airport?

Rest Up London - Hostel is 9.9 mi (47-min drive) away from the London City Airport (LCY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rest Up London - Hostel?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rest Up London - Hostel on Jun 14, 2026 start from CA $57, excluding 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.

Does Rest Up London - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rest Up London - Hostel.

Does Rest Up London - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Rest Up London - Hostel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 5 and 7.99 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Rest Up London - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Rest Up London - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Rest Up London - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Rest Up London - Hostel have a pool?

Rest Up London - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Rest Up London - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Rest Up London - Hostel to downtown London?

Rest Up London - Hostel is 1.8 mi away from London.

Rest Up London - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 213 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 241 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 1014 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 122 out of 1014 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff, thanks for all the atentions!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Glenndon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All very clean. Helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing hostel
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Oyekanmi

Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Aaron

Liked: Staff & service
Good bed. Toilets and showers can be better.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Saleem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice location clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Glenndon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation for the price. Hostel very clean, spacious and very good breakfast offering
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Albert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room, comfy bed. Overall, it had good facilities. I would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Cold water
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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2/10 Terrible

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
No access to kitchen microwave or kettle No lockers in room
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

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

Great Hostel

Secure, comfortable hostel with good local facilities and transport links
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Yuan Zhi

Staff are nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Marcelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, 10 minutes walking from Elephant and Castle underground station,Buses, a Tesco and Sainsburry’s near by. Shared Bathrooms could be cleaned a bit often.otherwise the showers is nice with warm/hot water!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra Márcia Gomes

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

Nice Rest Up Hostel

Excellent travel and hospitality
Símbolo de Londres
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
By far the best hostel I’ve ever stayed in. The beds were larger than I expected, and the comforter was thick and warm. The breakfast was good. The staff were friendly and helpful—particularly Adi. She went out of her way to ask how I was doing, and we had some lovely conversations. If I come back to London, I’ll probably return here.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Farihaa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very basic and small, not clean - I saw silverfish in my room, the room had very limited airflow, and VERY hot to the point I was feeling sick, even though I left my windows open the whole time (and it was very cold when i visited), after complaining they changed my room but even then, I wouldn't recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was very cool into the nights sometimes. Since one of the windows was open and could not be closed but besides that it was good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good value if you don’t need the hotel service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tim

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

Great value

Nice clean hostel. Very cheap and good location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nanda

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

Best location

Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lavya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dormety was a clean, comfortable, and conveniently located place to stay with friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

lewis

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cheap and good value - if you get it at the right price. We paid around £60 for a night, twin bunks ensuite. Acceptable for London - not too far from the centre. Beds really uncomfortable and noisy if you're a light sleeper
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hostel in London hands down. Recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025