Saint James Backpackers

Hostels
7.7
/10
Pleasant
210 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Bedros

10.0
/ 10
Friendly staff at desk and housekeeping. Nice room with storage, and good bathrooms. Just what I needed for an affordable stay.

Sean

10.0
/ 10
Wonderful people, and the option of a free meal in the evening (subject to numbers signing up) was completely unexpected!! Courtyard area is beautiful. Visited in the middle of a heatwave so wasn't really able to take advantage of a lot of the facilities because I felt so tired! But the sound of people playing table tennis below as I cooled down inside made me smile :-)

Phoebe

10.0
/ 10
I tried for a week to reach the hostel in several different ways: phone, email, Facebook. I never got any response. The stay itself was great.
In the Area
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21 Longridge Road, Kensington, Central London, London, England, SW5 9SB

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Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
WiFi
Saint James Backpackers is located in area / city Kensington. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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21 Longridge Road, Kensington, Central London, London, England, SW5 9SB
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General


Near Kensington High Street

Location


Located in London (London City Centre), Saint James Backpackers is within a 15-minute drive of Buckingham Palace and Big Ben. This hostel is 4.3 mi (7 km) from London Dungeon and 4.4 mi (7.1 km) from University of London.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Cromwell Road - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Kensington High Street - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Olympia Events - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Natural History Museum - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Imperial College London - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Kensington Gardens - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Kensington Palace - 2 km / 1.2 mi
Royal Albert Hall - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Victoria and Albert Museum - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Hyde Park - 2.3 km / 1.5 mi
Stamford Bridge Stadium - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Portobello Road Market - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Thames River - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Queensway - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Harrods - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi

The nearest airports are:
London City Airport (LCY) - 23.9 km / 14.8 mi
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 22.2 km / 13.8 mi
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 89.9 km / 55.9 mi
Luton Airport (LTN) - 59.7 km / 37.1 mi
Stansted Airport (STN) - 120.9 km / 75.1 mi

Facilities


Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hostel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a picnic area.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in a common area.

Dining


A complimentary self-serve breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 22 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Accommodation Services

General

  • Banquet
  • Microwave (shared)
  • Refrigerator (shared)
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace

Things to Do

  • TV lounge
  • Barbecue
  • Picnic area
  • Garden

Hotel Services

  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour Receptionist

Food and Drinks

  • Breakfast

Connectivity

  • Free WiFi

Public Facilities

  • Coffee/tea in lobby

Sports and Recreations

  • Fitness center

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Saint James Backpackers

Important Note
Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
14:00 - 00:00
Check-out:
Before 10:00

Pets

Pets Not Allowed

Additional Policy

Professional property host/manager, No cribs (infant beds) available, No rollaway/extra beds available, No alcohol served onsite, No elevators
  • Towels fee: GBP 5 per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

General Information

Popular Facilities
Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:00 - 00:00 - to 10:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Saint James Backpackers
22
Another facilities in Saint James Backpackers
Banquet, Microwave (shared), Refrigerator (shared), Smoking area, Terrace

Frequently asked question in Saint James Backpackers

What are available facilities at Saint James Backpackers?
There are top facilites at Saint James Backpackers such as Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What Time is Check In & Check Out at Saint James Backpackers?
Check-in time at Saint James Backpackers is staring from 14:00 - 00:00 while the latest check-out time is at before Before 10:00. If you need a hotel early check-in or late check-out, you can submit a special request during your booking. Important: Special requests for flexible check-in or check-out times are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. If having an early check-in or late check-out is important for your travel plans, please review the cancellation policy before confirming your reservation.
Does Saint James Backpackers provide breakfast?
Yes, Saint James Backpackers provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is The Star Hotel Classification of Saint James Backpackers?
Saint James Backpackers is officially classified as a 2.0-star hotel. This star hotel classification indicates the standard of facilities and services provided to guests.
How many rooms are available at Saint James Backpackers?
Saint James Backpackers has 22 rooms in total.
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More Reviews from Other Guests in Saint James Backpackers

7.8
Pleasant
From 208 reviews
Cleanliness

7.4

Room Comfort

6.8

Location

8.0

Service and Facilites

8.0

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Traveler Reviews Saint James Backpackers

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Top reviews
nasir
icon-Business
Business
4.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Room have beg bugs I can't stay upstairs staff give me room on 3 floor
Bedros
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Friendly staff at desk and housekeeping. Nice room with storage, and good bathrooms. Just what I needed for an affordable stay.
Karl
8.0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Good
Waiping
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I booked for 2 nights and stayed only the first night because of bedbugs on my bed and I was bitten so badly. Hope they do some deep clean for the rooms
Margherita
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 44 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Good for the position - Museums, Hyde Park, High Street Kensington - all within walking distance. In addition to breakfast, the first 30 to sign up on a list can claim free dinner. Not really impressed by some of the staff, and although the place can be busy with some guests not being particularly attentive to cleanliness themselves, the place could be way cleaner.
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Huilian
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 45 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

They don't have an elevator, but the staff helped me with my luggage, so I can't complain. They offer free dinner (on my stay it was vegan beans, salad, and rice) and free breakfast (eggs cooked for you upon request). They have a dedicated bathroom for women which is great. The only mess was that the key they gave me at checkin didn't correspond to my bed number. The locker was stuck under the bed. When I came back from theatre in the evening, someone else put her stuff on my bed. I had to go check with the reception and they pointed me to another unused bed. All the changes caused a longer check-out time.
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Sean
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Wonderful people, and the option of a free meal in the evening (subject to numbers signing up) was completely unexpected!! Courtyard area is beautiful. Visited in the middle of a heatwave so wasn't really able to take advantage of a lot of the facilities because I felt so tired! But the sound of people playing table tennis below as I cooled down inside made me smile :-)
Read More
Jonathan
2.0
/10
Reviewed 49 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Impossible to sleep. Loud and hot, no air, no AC. 6 peoplein very small room
Paul
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 51 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

This was a good stay, convenient and handy. The feel with a double room is a little like a b&b, with helpful staff and very simple rooms. The main negative is a very noisy pipe running in the room which seemed to be linked to people having showers, although the nose finishes at midnight. The communal areas are nice, and it served a tofu and potato curry for free evening meals (you have to get on the list so maybe email in about this as it fills up fast. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. Going by out stay the private rooms are at the top, so accessibility could be an issue (steep stairs) ... Overall, I would definitely come again, it has a nice vibe and for the price and location, it's really good.
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Phoebe
10.0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I tried for a week to reach the hostel in several different ways: phone, email, Facebook. I never got any response. The stay itself was great.
Verified traveler
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 53 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Needs refurbishment
Antony
icon-Leisure
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 58 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good place to stay
Katrina
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

very accommodating staff, friendly guests, good services, would recommend!
Nibal
icon-
8.0
/10
Reviewed 63 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Saint James hostel is a welcoming place to stay. It gives you the feel of a family home, with its very friendly and helpful staff who connect with guests. The hostel offers free breakfast and free dinner. They organise events and games to entertain. They even have a happiness manager! Tosh does a great job whether he is cooking dinner, making popcorn or organising a game for the guests. I recommend trying it if visiting London.
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Charles
icon-
6.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Not happy,2 cans ovv my beer stolen from fridge , asked for replacement not given or refund £ as details on fridge anyone taking items not there’s is theft No lift wasn’t pleased
luke
icon-Leisure
Leisure
2.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I came to check in and this was all fine. The only issue i found was the place had things dumped everywhere and it was not tidy. Once checked in i was given a tour of the building and told the rules. The guy who showed me around was pleasent and explained most things well. On the tour the place seemed very untidy and had a weird feeling about it. My dorm room was on the top floor which was very unsafe to access as the staircase was steep and there were no handrails as you reach the top where the staircase starts to spiral to the door. Trying to open a door when on a spiral staircase with nothing to hold is not the safest thing i can think of and this made me nervous. Upon returning to the dorm room that night i found the flooring was very loud and can annoy guests (it annoyed me while trying to get some rest with the sound of suitcases and shoes keeping me awake). Another part of this trip that made me feel uncomfortable was that around 3am one member of the dorm returned with a friend and turned the light on. This was on for 30 minutes while they both were sat on thr bed opposite mine staring at me. They thrn left after making lots of noise on the noisy floor when taking out their luggage. Upon leaving the hostel the next morning i went downstairs to return the key. I was told i couldnt have my £10 deposit back unless i went and took off the bedding i had used. Is this not a service you pay for for one of these establishments? This was never pointed out in my tour.......
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Aideen
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 76 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff was helpful and a lot of the costumers were friendly. The location was very close to the tube station and had several bus routes that pass really close
Gabriella
icon-Leisure
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 79 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

They have a lovely cat who wonders around! Highlight right there
Scott
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 80 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This is a family owned and run hostel that has been generationally passed down. It is affordable, well run, you always have hot water, and the staff are very welcoming and helpful and keep the bathrooms clean (which is quite a task!). In addition, there are lockers under the beds where you can store your stuff (just bring a lock), the breakfast is good and predictable and there is an optional dinner you can sign up for every evening. There is a football match on nearly every evening to boot (in season of course)! It is only a 5 min walk from the tube (Stamford Bridge is only 2 stops away!) and restaurants abound. A couple of things you won't know from booking here: there is a 10 pound refundable deposit for the room key (bring cash), bring a towel (but a small travel towel on Amazon) and soap/shampoo with you (or buy it at the grocery store when you arrive), and they have deals on weekly rates of you book with them directly and you don't start your stay on the weekend. Overall, I'd go back in a heartbeat. Next time you travel to London, don't stay at a hotel, support a local family that is doing good work in the city. Stay at St James Backpackers!
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Yassine
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 82 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Highly recommended
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7.8
Pleasant
From 208 reviews
Cleanliness

7.4

Room Comfort

6.8

Location

8.0

Service and Facilites

8.0

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Traveler Reviews Saint James Backpackers

Number of reviews per page
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40
Top reviews
nasir
icon-Business
Business
4.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Room have beg bugs I can't stay upstairs staff give me room on 3 floor
Bedros
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 25 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Friendly staff at desk and housekeeping. Nice room with storage, and good bathrooms. Just what I needed for an affordable stay.
Karl
8.0
/10
Reviewed 34 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Good
Waiping
icon-Leisure
Leisure
4.0
/10
Reviewed 36 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I booked for 2 nights and stayed only the first night because of bedbugs on my bed and I was bitten so badly. Hope they do some deep clean for the rooms
Margherita
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 44 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Good for the position - Museums, Hyde Park, High Street Kensington - all within walking distance. In addition to breakfast, the first 30 to sign up on a list can claim free dinner. Not really impressed by some of the staff, and although the place can be busy with some guests not being particularly attentive to cleanliness themselves, the place could be way cleaner.
Read More
Huilian
icon-
8.0
/10
Reviewed 45 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

They don't have an elevator, but the staff helped me with my luggage, so I can't complain. They offer free dinner (on my stay it was vegan beans, salad, and rice) and free breakfast (eggs cooked for you upon request). They have a dedicated bathroom for women which is great. The only mess was that the key they gave me at checkin didn't correspond to my bed number. The locker was stuck under the bed. When I came back from theatre in the evening, someone else put her stuff on my bed. I had to go check with the reception and they pointed me to another unused bed. All the changes caused a longer check-out time.
Read More
Sean
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 47 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Wonderful people, and the option of a free meal in the evening (subject to numbers signing up) was completely unexpected!! Courtyard area is beautiful. Visited in the middle of a heatwave so wasn't really able to take advantage of a lot of the facilities because I felt so tired! But the sound of people playing table tennis below as I cooled down inside made me smile :-)
Read More
Jonathan
2.0
/10
Reviewed 49 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Impossible to sleep. Loud and hot, no air, no AC. 6 peoplein very small room
Paul
icon-with Partner
with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 51 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

This was a good stay, convenient and handy. The feel with a double room is a little like a b&b, with helpful staff and very simple rooms. The main negative is a very noisy pipe running in the room which seemed to be linked to people having showers, although the nose finishes at midnight. The communal areas are nice, and it served a tofu and potato curry for free evening meals (you have to get on the list so maybe email in about this as it fills up fast. The atmosphere was relaxed and friendly. Going by out stay the private rooms are at the top, so accessibility could be an issue (steep stairs) ... Overall, I would definitely come again, it has a nice vibe and for the price and location, it's really good.
Read More
Phoebe
10.0
/10
Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I tried for a week to reach the hostel in several different ways: phone, email, Facebook. I never got any response. The stay itself was great.
Verified traveler
icon-Friends and Family Family
Friends and Family Family
2.0
/10
Reviewed 53 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Needs refurbishment
Antony
icon-Leisure
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 58 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Good place to stay
Katrina
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
10.0
/10
Reviewed 59 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

very accommodating staff, friendly guests, good services, would recommend!
Nibal
icon-
8.0
/10
Reviewed 63 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Saint James hostel is a welcoming place to stay. It gives you the feel of a family home, with its very friendly and helpful staff who connect with guests. The hostel offers free breakfast and free dinner. They organise events and games to entertain. They even have a happiness manager! Tosh does a great job whether he is cooking dinner, making popcorn or organising a game for the guests. I recommend trying it if visiting London.
Read More
Charles
icon-
6.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Not happy,2 cans ovv my beer stolen from fridge , asked for replacement not given or refund £ as details on fridge anyone taking items not there’s is theft No lift wasn’t pleased
luke
icon-Leisure
Leisure
2.0
/10
Reviewed 73 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I came to check in and this was all fine. The only issue i found was the place had things dumped everywhere and it was not tidy. Once checked in i was given a tour of the building and told the rules. The guy who showed me around was pleasent and explained most things well. On the tour the place seemed very untidy and had a weird feeling about it. My dorm room was on the top floor which was very unsafe to access as the staircase was steep and there were no handrails as you reach the top where the staircase starts to spiral to the door. Trying to open a door when on a spiral staircase with nothing to hold is not the safest thing i can think of and this made me nervous. Upon returning to the dorm room that night i found the flooring was very loud and can annoy guests (it annoyed me while trying to get some rest with the sound of suitcases and shoes keeping me awake). Another part of this trip that made me feel uncomfortable was that around 3am one member of the dorm returned with a friend and turned the light on. This was on for 30 minutes while they both were sat on thr bed opposite mine staring at me. They thrn left after making lots of noise on the noisy floor when taking out their luggage. Upon leaving the hostel the next morning i went downstairs to return the key. I was told i couldnt have my £10 deposit back unless i went and took off the bedding i had used. Is this not a service you pay for for one of these establishments? This was never pointed out in my tour.......
Read More
Aideen
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 76 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The staff was helpful and a lot of the costumers were friendly. The location was very close to the tube station and had several bus routes that pass really close
Gabriella
icon-Leisure
Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 79 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

They have a lovely cat who wonders around! Highlight right there
Scott
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 80 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

This is a family owned and run hostel that has been generationally passed down. It is affordable, well run, you always have hot water, and the staff are very welcoming and helpful and keep the bathrooms clean (which is quite a task!). In addition, there are lockers under the beds where you can store your stuff (just bring a lock), the breakfast is good and predictable and there is an optional dinner you can sign up for every evening. There is a football match on nearly every evening to boot (in season of course)! It is only a 5 min walk from the tube (Stamford Bridge is only 2 stops away!) and restaurants abound. A couple of things you won't know from booking here: there is a 10 pound refundable deposit for the room key (bring cash), bring a towel (but a small travel towel on Amazon) and soap/shampoo with you (or buy it at the grocery store when you arrive), and they have deals on weekly rates of you book with them directly and you don't start your stay on the weekend. Overall, I'd go back in a heartbeat. Next time you travel to London, don't stay at a hotel, support a local family that is doing good work in the city. Stay at St James Backpackers!
Read More
Yassine
icon-Leisure
Leisure
10.0
/10
Reviewed 82 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Highly recommended
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