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About this property
The Walrus Bar and Hostel offers accommodation in central London. Guests can enjoy live music/ sport/ cocktails/ beers/ spirits at the on-site traditional English pub. This hostel is located right by Waterloo train station in a highly central part of the city, it is not a quiet retreat and you will hear trains, emergency services/ traffic and other city sounds until around midnight every evening. London Eye is 400 metres from The Walrus Bar and Hostel, while Big Ben is 700 metres from the property. London City Airport is 11 km away. Under 18's can only be accommodated in private/ exclusively booked rooms when accompanied by one or both parents.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Bar
- Heating
- Daily housekeeping
- Luggage storage
- Designated smoking area
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jasmine
Australia
“Such a great location! Super easy public transport around the hostel (both buses and the underground). Facilities were clean and all the staff were super friendly and helpful!” - Jamie
United Kingdom
“The labeling of the rooms and beds. Staff were great as well.” - Christy
United Kingdom
“Location was perfect close to all shops and bars and restaurants close to all transport facilities Walking distance straight to all good venues/ visits Breakfast was included which I didn’t realise till the morning.” - Gul
Italy
“Overall, the stay was very pleasant. The breakfast was quite good and added to the positive experience” - Catherine
United Kingdom
“It was really convenient for Waterloo station and very reasonably priced.” - Joven
Saudi Arabia
“The place is so near to some of the tourist spots like the house of parliament and London 's eye.” - Carlos
Brazil
“Great location. I stayed in a 28-bed room and had no issues—quiet guests and train noise wasn't a problem. Friendly staff, but the restrooms were small and there were only two showers on my floor.” - Swapnil
India
“The location is excellent, just walking distance from Waterloo station. The cleanliness was very good. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Thanks Trent and Lexi for all your help during my stay!” - Anandna
United Kingdom
“clean, plenty of bathrooms, friendly staff, well organised and signposted, good location” - Lucile
France
“The free breakfast was really good, and the place where the hotel is is amazing !!! Moreover it's very clean, and nice !”
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
Kindly note that guests must be 18 years or older to be accommodated in shared dormitories. Guests aged 17 years or younger may stay in private rooms or exclusively booked dormitories when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Guests aged 14 and under must be accompanied by one or both parents. For any bookings over the cost of £300 a non refundable deposit to the value of 25% of the total cost will be charged in advance. The remaining balance will be charged 14 days prior to the check in date. Being in the same dormitory or room is subject to availability and by prior arrangement. Please inform the property if you will be arriving by coach so they can advise on where to stop and park.
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.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Guests will receive a rental agreement which must be signed and returned to the property prior to arrival. If guests do not receive the agreement on time, they should contact the property management company at the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.