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Reviews of Wombat's City Hostel London

7 Dock Street, Tower Hamlets, London, E1 8LL, United Kingdom

#220 of 1,102 hotels in London

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Review score

Based on 3705 hostel reviews

8.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.8

  • Facilities

    8.9

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 28 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast is too simple , don’t recommend

    All good

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Secure/Safe Close to the underground Clean Curtains on beds Lockers Safe Charging station in bed Shower pressure was 👌🏻

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2025

    9.0
    Clean and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location wasn’t the greatest for me, it was a bit of an effort to get to the main areas. This is on me, I should have realised when I looked at the hostel on the map. It is close to tower bridge, which is good.

    The room was clean for a hostel and appeared to be cleaned everyday which made a big difference especially when sharing with others.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    10
    great place to stay in London on a budget
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing

    location, facilities, staff friendliness, bar prices

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room with Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Having to pay for a towel

    Spacious. Clean. Staff were excellent.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    More options at breakfast would be good, other then that I was happy with my stay.

    I like staying here because the staff are always friendly and the rooms are clean. I also like the location, not too far from Tower Bridge.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    8.0
    Good facilities, good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    On one night we had no toilet paper in the female dorm toilets so cleaning staff to keep an eye on this. The soap dispenser was broken in our bathroom - did report it at the start of my trip but it was still broken by day 7. The design of the safe to keep valuables was appreciated however the design of the safe’s electricity socket didn’t work with my adapter so I had to rely on charging my devices by usb. I had my groceries marked with my name and date but someone kept stealing my eggs on 2 occasions. Cost of breakfast was a bit steep £8 for continental breakfast- no eggs. The shower needs to have a caddy or soap holder as I don’t like putting my things on the shower floor. It gets quite loud in the kitchen and basement area at night. More quiet chill out spaces please. Also the fridges in the kitchen need a good clear out as there were many items past people’s departure dates.

    Lots of facilities - laundry on site, options pay for late check out, storage, power adapters. decent kitchen on site. Curtains and fans were good allowing for privacy and cool air for summer. Bathroom and toilet in the dorm so you didn’t need to leave your room with your key card. Very social and everyone was really nice and friendly.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Wombats was perfect.

    This was my first solo hostel experience and Wombats did not disappoint. The property was spotless, food & beverage options were abundant, and the entire staff couldn't have been more cordial or supportive. Definitely recommend.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2025

    10
    Best hostel in London!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wi-Fi reception wasn’t great and one out of two lifts was out of work.

    Everything!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Of the security, the structure, the good service, the bar, the cleanliness and good location! I liked everything!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    Fantastic
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location ,staff, amenities everything

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pillow was hard and low. Uncomfortable.

    Friendly service, clean room and common areas.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    8.0
    Nice but not as welcoming as other places.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I tried to cancel my stay as much plans changed. Could not reach the reception at all. Also, the staff was probably tired, but I did not feel they were super friendly or helpful.

    There were many rooms, free food, pubs… You get a card that opens stuff. I felt everything was clean and comfortable.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and tidy. The kitchen is great if you want to bring your things and cook for yourself. The staff is super friendly.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast is not so good for 8£, toasters are not working, and juices are not included

    Great! Super clean!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noisily

    Beautiful

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    8.0
    Great price for a great stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Both the elevators kept breaking and you had to wait a long time on them. One of the two elevators was broken for near the entirety of my weeks’ stay. Since my room was on the top floor, this made getting there a bit of a hassle most of the time. The breakfast was nice but it could’ve been a bit more elaborate.

    The hostel was quite clean and the staff were very helpful. The bar and gardens are a very nice addition to the hostel and make great third spaces. There are plenty of opportunities to socialize in the bar during events hosted by the hostel. The large lockers in the rooms are perfect and the curtains next to each bed make for good privacy.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    10
    Perfect London stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    10
    Fab, best hostel in London
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean, quiet, nice ventilation (important when you’re living in a room full of people, safe area, close to Tower Bridge. The reception staff were fab, I kinda have a knee problem and couldn’t climb ladders, so the reception folk found a room for me where there is still a lower bunk. Greatly appreciated!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    10
    Clean, safe, friendly and affordable hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean and well maintained property. The bar and cafe are convenient. Great location, close lots of public transportation. Felt safe.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    9.0
    Can recommend and will rent again for sure
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    You have to pay additionaly for the towel (2£)

    Affordable, good location, everyone has a separate locker in the room and a small safe.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough space in fridge

    Perfect location, I loved every bed has fan in summer.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    10
    One of my best hostel experiences.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Perfect location. (If you have a program at Wembley, you can get there easily.) Clean, comfortable room and bed, my roommates were quiet and nice. Bathroom is excellent with very hot water. Locker enough big for my luggage. And I just loved the atmosphere and the coffe at the bar.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    8.0
    Comfortable and modern hostel in a good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s quite close to a train track, so if you are a light sleeper that might not be great. The matrasses also were a bit thin, but I still thought they were comfortable.

    Good hostel with a good location, close to Tower Hill, the room was nice and clean and the bathroom and sink in the room also were nice. I especially liked the locker and fan in the bunk. Also the acces with the keycard for every floor felt really nice and safe and the security seemed pretty good!

    Stayed in July 2025

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