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Clink 261 Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers find themselves in London's cultural epicenter with The British Museum nearby, while this welcoming hostel offers a comfortable retreat after sightseeing

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A staircase with a wooden handrail and a wall with intricate black and white patterns. - Clink 261 Hostel (London)
A room with red and blue leather seating, a large wall clock, and a checkered floor. - Clink 261 Hostel (London)
A cozy seating area with a red table, cushioned benches, and a large window with artwork and a view of buildings. - Clink 261 Hostel (London)
A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, numbered compartments, and a skylight. - Clink 261 Hostel (London)
A living room with red leather sofas, a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a guitar. - Clink 261 Hostel (London)
Clink 261 Hostel sits just steps from The British Museum. Guests can handle laundry on-site and connect using in-room WiFi. The multilingual staff helps visitors navigate London, while express check-in gets travelers settled quickly and on their way to exploring.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen

Room options

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A train compartment with bunk beds, a window with red curtains, and a blue wall.

Shared Dormitory (One bed in a 4 Bedded Dorm)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A narrow corridor with bunk beds on both sides, a door at the end, and a window with red curtains.

Bed in 4-6-bed Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk room with metal bunk beds, a window with red curtains, and a radiator.

Shared Dormitory (One bed in a 8 Bedded Dorm)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk room with three bunk beds, each with white bedding and numbered compartments.

Bed in 8-10-bed Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory room with bunk beds, a skylight, and a red partition wall.

Bed in 10+beds Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A train compartment with bunk beds, a window with red curtains, and a blue wall.

Bed in 4-bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk room with metal bunk beds, a window with red curtains, and a radiator.

Bed in 10-bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A compact room with a bunk bed, a window with a view of a brick building, a radiator, and a small wooden table with a kettle.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A dormitory-style room with bunk beds, numbered compartments, and a skylight.

Pods in 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A train compartment with bunk beds, a window with red curtains, and a blue wall.

Private 4-bed dorm Shared Facilities

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private 4-bed Female dorm Shared Facilities

A narrow corridor with bunk beds on both sides, a door at the end, and a window with red curtains.

Private 4-bed Female dorm Shared Facilities

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Private 6-bed dorm shared facilities

A narrow corridor with bunk beds on both sides, a door at the end, and a window with red curtains.

Private 6-bed dorm shared facilities

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory ONE BED

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory BUNK BED WITH SHARED BATHROOM

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

Bed in dormitory CAPACITY 4

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in London City Centre, a neighborhood in London, Clink 261 Hostel is near a metro station. The British Museum and St. Paul's Cathedral are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Hyde Park and Russell Square. Check out an event or a game at Emirates Stadium, and consider making time for London Eye, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our London travel guide
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261-265 Grays Inn Road, London, England, WC1X 8QT

What's nearby

  • A large red building with a complex roof and a tall, ornate tower.
    British Library
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A park with trees, grass, a statue, and buildings in the background during sunset.
    Russell Square
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St Pancras Chambers
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Harry Potter Shop at Platform 9 3/4
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University College London
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station)
    4 min walk
  • King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station
    4 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Five Guys
    3 min walk
  • The Scottish Stores
    3 min walk
  • Crystal Kebab
  • Camino
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (GBP 28 per day); reservations required

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6 per person

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 6 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 28 per day (5249 ft away)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Children under 12 years of age are not permitted in group bookings and advance notice is required to make bedding and parking arrangements.
Please note, that if the name on your booking is different to the name on the card used to the confirm the booking, the hostel may request a copy of your ID or card for legal reasons.
When booking more than one dorm bed there is no guarantee that they will be located in the same room.

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Clink 261 Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Clink 261 Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Clink 261 Hostel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Clink 261 Hostel located?

Located in London City Centre, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of British Library, Russell Square, and University College London. The British Museum and Oxford Street are also within 2 mi (3 km). King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station and London (QQK-King's Cross Train Station) are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Clink 261 Hostel Reviews

7.8

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 652 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 264 out of 652 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 652 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 652 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 652 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and the staff were super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Edith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room - perfect stay for catching the Eurostar train early in the morning - 5 min walk to St Pancras station. I don’t normally stay at hostels anymore but was truly pleasantly surprised and impressed by the cleanliness and hospitality. Would certainly recommend it and I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Naima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I can %1000 recommend you place,its very something special that makes everyone relax, safe
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Redentor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spotless and the staff were courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Alyna

Great location, rooms, I travel with my sister and get a great experience knowing people too in the community room
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patxi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Love the hostel, the staff, the amenities very clean and the room as well, the location is near to different areas in london where you can walk, take the bus or the underground but walking is the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location near restaurants, public transportation and Kings Cross / St Pancras train station. Good price / value for money. Friendly and helpful staff. Full kitchen. Fun “take a book / leave a book” library. Great communication before arrival. Need to empty rubbish bin inside sleeping room every day. No A/C and hot weather made it difficult to sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The pod was comfortable and quiet. The staff are always very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Canh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was great to stay in the pod for the first time more privatcy it was clean and comfortable thank you from Mr Diep
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price. Fab location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

FUSHIOU

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location,staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

BYEONG MO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Just a 5-minute walk from King's Cross and St. Pancras stations, the location was excellent. It’s one of the most convenient areas in London to stay at a reasonable price. The staff were friendly, and it’s a great choice for young travelers on a budget.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean hostel with a full kitchen, and lots of activities like movie nights.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming staff and great breakfast and communal facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful. Amenities were good. We had a very small room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was clean and comfortable. The common room was a nice space to spend time
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Shelby

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The vibes are off but the location is literally unbeatable
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well located capsule hostel

Well located and clean hostel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good cost-effective stay

Friendly staff, great breakfast, hostel bed as expected.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly stuff, near kings cross station, good breakfast
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay. I’ve been staying here for years. Location is perfect and very affordable. Staff is always helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always happy to stay here. Great value for money and fab staff . Thank you Julie x
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Grace

The rooms are tiny and I paid for an early check-in but the room was not ready when I got there. The staff were very apologetic but still was not great after flying 6 hours. The rooms are also quite small!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kayode

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Going the extra mile by the staff to make stay stay comfortable and enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not the fanciest place to stay but for the price you can’t go wrong. Perfect location for getting around London.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024