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Kensal Green Backpackers 1

2.0 star property
Adults-only hostel with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Lobby sitting area
Property amenity
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Brazilian cuisine
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Room options

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Basic Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Female Dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (8 Bed Mixed Dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed Mixed Dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (6 Bed Female Dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Female Dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Desk
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Shared Bathroom (4 Bed Mixed Dorm)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
639 Harrow Road, Kensal Green, London, England, NW10 5NU

What's nearby

  • Westfield London Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Kensington High Street - 8 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Wembley Stadium - 8 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Hyde Park - 9 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Oxford Street - 12 min drive - 4.0 miles

Getting around

  • Kensal Green Station - 1 min walk
  • Willesden Junction Underground Station - 18 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildcard - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Behesht - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Taste of Chamberlayne - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪William IV - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Kensal Green Backpackers 1

Hostel near Westfield London Shopping Centre
At Kensal Green Backpackers 1, you can look forward to a grocery/convenience store, a coffee shop/cafe, and an arcade/game room. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), ATM/banking services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, luggage storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Smoke-free premises, a computer station, and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All 103 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to perks like safes and WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers

Languages

English, French, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (GBP 24 per 24-hour period)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 2.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 10 per accommodation, per stay
  • Bed sheets fee: GBP 1.5 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 2.50 per person
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: GBP 24 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)

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 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
Cashless transactions are available
Property Registration Number Ye

We should mention

Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

639 Hostel
639 London
Kensal Green Backpackers Hostel London
Hostel 639 London
Hostel 639 Hotel London
Hostel 639 London, England
Kensal Green Backpackers Hostel
Kensal Green Backpackers London
Kensal Green Backpackers 1 Hostel London
Kensal Green Backpackers 1 Hostel
Kensal Green Backpackers 1 London
Kensal Green Backpackers
Kensal Green Backpackers 1 London
Kensal Green Backpackers 1 Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Kensal Green Backpackers 1 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kensal Green Backpackers 1?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Kensal Green Backpackers 1?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Kensal Green Backpackers 1?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Kensal Green Backpackers 1 located?

Located in Kensal Green, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Portobello Road Market, Hyde Park, and Kensington High Street. Westfield London Shopping Centre is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away. Kensal Green Station is only a 2-minute walk and London Kensal Rise Station is 9 minutes.

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Kensal Green Backpackers 1 Reviews

Reviews

5.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 754 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 754 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 754 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 152 out of 754 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 246 out of 754 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

5.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

4.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rawle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms and a nice lounge area to eat and relax. Has fridges to store your food.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

👌
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SEITARO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was well-cleaned and I had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 28 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Charles

Good transport links
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tom

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Meh
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were friendly and helpful. Our 4 bedroom dorm was very clean and the bunk beds were comfy. Tube station across the road and a direct bus to Wembley stadium. Very convenient and good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Will stay again

Pleasant check in. Room was bigger than in any other hostel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

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

Nice place to stay for the money

If you’re looking for a place to rest your head at night, then this place is perfect. There’s no thrills or frills but for the price it’s great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the place. I saw a lot of people from different countries. I recomend this hostel😜😜
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Gita

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good size room

Good size room and location. It was quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luis Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!! I loved it!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needed a place to stay before flying out early the next day. Very happy with the way things worked out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

SEITARO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire building was kept well-maintained and the environment was comfortable. There is security available 24 hours a day, so you can rest assured. The kitchen is fully equipped and you can enjoy beautiful views of London.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Great location and it’s exactly what you pay for

Stayed for a concert at Wembley and this was perfect location, easy to get to and from even late I’m not sure what some of the people on here are moaning about, it’s less the £20 per person so it’s more there expectations that need adjusting then the hotel/hostel itself
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the cleanest hostel I have ever been in. They are cleaning night and day. The 24-hour reception is a real plus and will take packages for you and accommodate most requests. The adjacent Brazilian restaurant is great for when you need a hot meal without going out in the cold. Unfortunately they don't have a coffee machine, but there is a cafe whose hours in the off-season are erratic. Super polite and helpful staff always. The bus and subway are 30 metres away. Closest shop about 200 metres away. Supermarkets a short bus ride away. This is my second stay here. Fair warning, there is no lift so if you want something without stairs you'll need the ground floor, which is NOISY - not their fault, but cars, drunks, smokers, everyone makes noise outside your window. It's a price I'm prepared to pay for the convenience, cleanliness and friendliness, though.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meleane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I have been coming to the place for sometime now. Its my go to place when im in London. I have no issues the welcome i received on arrival fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beds are small and quilt should be double
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Avoid

House of horrors
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

So Hing Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Too noisy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lorraine

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Old locks, paper receipts,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Avoid at all costs.

Four bed dorm, two nights, and never again: two foot square shower in the room with absolutely no privacy; lift does not work, and the list could go on.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Kensal Green Backpackers

The room was stuffy when the windows were kept closed. I became ill and had to wear a mask because the room became so crowded. There were six of us in a four person room. There was only one usable kitchen and the refrigerator was kept downstairs.
Stayed 28 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Karla Paola

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lack of coordination between staff members and they enter your room without asking for permission. Also, everything dirty.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brittny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room had two plug in that were accessible for 6 people. There are no lockers in the rooms to securely leave your stuff. It is optional to leave your stuff at the front desk with luggage tags but they never check. So bags can easily get stolen
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022