Astor Hyde Park

Kensington & Hyde Park


Wood-panelled walls, bay windows with leaded lights, plus a 19th-century vibe and a posh address just over from the Royal Albert Hall. This one-time hospital has 150 beds in rooms over five floors (no lift), including dorms with four to 15 beds, and a good kitchen and dining area and spacious lounge. The hostel only accepts guests over age 18.

All-you-can-eat breakfast is £1.


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Nearby Kensington & Hyde Park attractions

1. Soho Square

2.29 MILES

At Soho’s northern end, this leafy square is the area’s back garden. It was laid out in 1681, and originally named King’s Square; a statue of Charles II…