About this property
Historic Setting: Barmy Badger Backpackers in London is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming environment. The property is adults-only, providing a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a lounge, shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking. The hostel offers full-day security, luggage storage, and barbecue facilities. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with garden views, carpeted floors, and wardrobes. The property provides continental and buffet breakfasts with fruits, ensuring a pleasant start to the day. Prime Location: Located 20 km from London City Airport, the hostel is close to attractions such as the Natural History Museum (1.4 km) and Victoria and Albert Museum (1.8 km). Nearby activities include water sports and boating. Highly rated for its convenient location and excellent service.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Terrace
- Laundry
- Heating
- Garden
- BBQ facilities
- Daily housekeeping
- Luggage storage
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Cynthia
Malaysia
“Breakfast was great. Beds comfortable with nice pillows and comforters, sheets smelled lovely and clean. Even provided a safe for valuables!” - Marcos
Argentina
“Everything! Tk You very much! Very kind people !!!! I'll be back !” - Samantha
United Kingdom
“I stayed in a double room with a private bathroom and it was lovely. Big sash window overlooking gardens, fresh and soft bed linen and towels, large TV, a fan and touch on and off bedside lamps. I slept really well. Half an hour's walk to the...” - Pantelis
Greece
“The location was fantastic for what I went to London for. A tube stop is less that a 10-minute walk, a bus stop is less than a 2-minute walk. Breakfast was basic but OK. There was a nice and quiet back yard where you could relax. The stuff was...” - Maria
Kazakhstan
“Nice atmosphere and polite reception. Thank you guys!!!” - Charlotte
Australia
“Really comfy, great location and staff were friendly.” - Ning
Taiwan
“An excellent hostel with a great location. The four-bed female dorm was spacious, making it easy to organize my suitcase. The staff were extremely kind and friendly. There’s also a convenient kitchen and a outdoor yard. And for a hostel, the...” - Joanne
United Kingdom
“Great, friendly staff, nice sized bunks (even though they were triple there was still a lot of headroom). Good kitchen and garden/terrace area. Great location, close to main tube line.” - Morphia2003
United Kingdom
“Stayed in room7. 4 bed ensuite dorm.on 1st floor. Large locker with individual safe. Room was clean and spacious. Spotless bathroom. Large fully equipped kitchen in basement.Breakfast included (fruit, cereals, bread). Free hot drinks...” - Marnie
United Kingdom
“Easy to find, 4 bed female dorm, own bathroom, simple breakfast included, lovely staff and clean and tidy. Really good value.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
When booking for 7 persons or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.
The Badger has 2 dogs that live at the premises from Monday to Friday.
Please note, the property does not have a lift. As a result, it may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility.
Guests should kindly note that the 6-bed dormitories have triple bunk beds. The property cannot guarantee a lower level room or bunk for guests.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Barmy Badger Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.