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About this property
Dover Castle Hostel is situated in London, 1.3 km from Tower of London and 1.3 km from Tower Bridge. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Rooms have a shared bathroom. The property offers beds in mixed dormitories ranging in size from 4 to 12 bunk bed configurations. Dover Castle Hostel features free WiFi . You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. London Eye is 1.9 km from Dover Castle Hostel, while Somerset House is 2.1 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 10 km from Dover Castle Hostel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Bar
- Laundry
- Heating
- Luggage storage
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Desire
United Kingdom
“Those two gentlemen at the Reception are fabulous very helpful and friendly the white bold gentlemen was absolutely magnificent with customer care and then when I checked out in the morning the black gentlemen I found ay the Reception was...” - Irini
Germany
“It is a decent hostel in a nice location in London. A new staff member, Samuel, did my check-in and was very kind. I only stayed for a day but it was always clean when I used showers&bathroom.” - Narayan
Qatar
“The location is perfect to stay , It's super close to a few underground train and bus stops .The staff was kind too , best price to stay in central London .” - Lau
Chile
“The team was super friendly and helpful with our bags 😊” - Claire
Australia
“Staff were lovely and helpful with luggage storage before we checked in Very clean bed sheets and toilets, showers Easy to access- right near Tube station, Tesco, Laundromats Top floor where our dorm was had air conditioning which was absolutely...” - Emma
France
“Very well located place ! Super nice staff. As soon as you enter the reception area, it smells laundry detergent (good sign!). The hostel is clean and bathrooms are cleaned several times a day. Once again : amazing staff. And we can leave our...” - James
Ireland
“Location is perfect, staff are friendly and the bed is comfortable, good value.” - Toufik
United Kingdom
“Easy access to transport,safe place, you can rent lockers outside room for 1£ or put your luggage in luggage room for free,24h open reception give you easy check in and check out , the cheapest and cleanest hostel I have been in london thank you.” - Antonella
Argentina
“Budget friendly, good location, and pretty clean. It's super close to a few underground and bus stops. The staff was kind too. Probably the best you can get for this price in London.” - Minji
South Korea
“This location is really great! Closed by London bridge and some market. And the staff was so welcoming and warming! I would go back again”
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
Guests are required to pay a refundable GBP 20 key deposit upon check-in. We have a maximum stay of six nights in every 90 days. There is no return for 90 days from the last night stayed.
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 Dover Castle Hostel 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.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.