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a&o London Docklands Riverside

Property class: 2
Hostel near Tower of London in London

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A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large potted plants, and a high ceiling with hanging lights.
A hotel room with a bed, a piano, a large window with a view of a river and buildings.
A cozy restaurant with wooden floors, brick walls, and a bar area with a coffee machine.
A staircase with a handrail and a wall adorned with framed photographs.
A table with breakfast items and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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265 Rotherhithe Street, London, England, SE16 5HW
  • Place, Thames Path
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, River Thames
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, One Canada Square
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LCY-London City)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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A single bed with a wooden headboard, a window with a view, and a wall with posters.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A single bed with a wooden headboard, a window with a view, and a wall with posters.

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a window, a door, and a poster on the wall.

6-Bed Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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A room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

Twin Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

Twin Room Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a window, a door, and a poster on the wall.

Quadruple Room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a window, a door, and a poster on the wall.

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk bed room with a window, a small table, and a poster on the wall.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a window, a door, and a poster on the wall.

Bed in 3-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for 6-Bed Room (Bunk Beds Only)

A bunk bed room with a window, a small table, and a poster on the wall.

6-Bed Room (Bunk Beds Only)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bedroom with a large window, a bed with white linens, a small round table, and a wooden headboard.

Twin Plus

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the area

London

Southwark stay.Your stay at this Southwark hostel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Tower of London and Royal Observatory. The Arena and Excel London are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Thames Path - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • River Thames - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Surrey Docks Farm - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Museum of London Docklands - 13 min walk - 0.8 km
  • One Canada Square - 16 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Surrey Quays Station - 5 min drive
  • Canary Wharf Underground Station - 19 min walk
  • London City Airport (LCY) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Ledger Building - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Grapes - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪BĹŤkan 37 - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Boisdale of Canary Wharf - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bread Street Kitchen & Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

a&o London Docklands Riverside

Hostel near Tower of London in London
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at a&o London Docklands Riverside. The hostel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This London hostel is smoke free.

  • 378 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1991
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
A&o London Docklands Riverside offers 378 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 47-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Covered self parking on site (GBP 25 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 13 for adults and GBP 6.50 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Stereo
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 47-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Heating
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: GBP 13

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: GBP 13

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 13 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 13 for adults and GBP 6.5 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: GBP 25 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 13 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 13 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 13 (subject to availability)

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, debit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is a&o London Docklands Riverside to the airport?

A&o London Docklands Riverside is 8.7 mi (32-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 a&o London Docklands Riverside?

As of Sept 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at a&o London Docklands Riverside on Sept 20, 2026 start from CA $119, 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 a&o London Docklands Riverside have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at a&o London Docklands Riverside.

Does a&o London Docklands Riverside offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at a&o London Docklands Riverside, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 13 for adults and GBP 6.5 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at a&o London Docklands Riverside?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at a&o London Docklands Riverside?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs GBP 13 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at a&o London Docklands Riverside?

Free parking is not available at this hostel. Self parking is available for GBP 25 per night.

Does a&o London Docklands Riverside have a pool?

A&o London Docklands Riverside does not have a pool.

Does a&o London Docklands Riverside have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is a&o London Docklands Riverside to downtown London?

A&o London Docklands Riverside is 4 mi away from London.

a&o London Docklands Riverside Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 459 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 253 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 79 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 out of 1006 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laxman

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and facilities for the price they are charging
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here a few times before the change of ownership, so its good to know the quality has not deteriorated. I am sure to stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daanish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice and clean. Good hotel to stay at in London.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay. Polite and helpful staff. Great location and very good room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Budget friendly stay in London.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel, breakfast was good although it could do with some more items in the cooked section.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The ferry experience was good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emem

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice place to stay during our vacation, great scenery, beautiful environment, excellent breakfast and secured accommodation.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty new overall staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mauro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money deal
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

MARGARET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The price was excellent and therefore we can’t complain about the amenities and breakfast , great location for us.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, helpful staff. Great price
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great location. Only negative, no tea making facilities in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a good experience. It was cheaper than most London options, and was right next to uber boat and bus stops, making travel into the city center convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal place for what we wanted nice and comfortable and quiet staff were very helpful easy connection from the Elizabeth line C10 bus took us straight to the hostel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel was exactly what we needed in the area we were
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nigel G

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Please note that the advertised restaurant for evening meals is only available for those travelling in groups (the hotel focusses on groups of exchange students etc.)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room with a view over the Thames was lovely. Very clean, spacious rooms. Only down fall was there was no tv remote and the air-conditioning didn't work.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal position on the Thames
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Muhand

Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our room when we got there but we had a difficult time finding the room since the lift we needed was out of service. The view from our room was lovely and the ferry across the river was extremely helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The ferry across to Canary Wharf - free with our stay was free and a hit with the kids. A better range of breakfast items would have been beneficial
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Rhonda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awful visit. We were after waiting assigned an incl room then
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and spacious room , staff were great would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mirjana

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026