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86%Astor Hyde Park

191 Queensgate, South Kensington, London

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Please note: We are a backpacker hostel and therefore cater strictly for the 18 to 35 year old age bracket only. A passport, photo ID or drivers licence is required upon check in. Welcome to the Astor Hyde Park - our newest addition to our hostel group and the flagship of them all! After a year of renovations and rebuilding, we are extremely proud to be able to offer you accommodation in this building. Set in a large Victorian period house complete with original wooden panelling and a fantastic wooden staircase winding up through the middle of the building, this hostel resonates that which is traditional and English, with all the conveniences of what one is to expect in modern and newly built hostels. Situated in trendy South Kensington between Kensington Gardens (once the residence of Princess Diana) and the Natural History Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum as well as the ever-so-cool Science Museum, you'll be minutes away by tube from Oxford Street, the West-End theatres in London, Harrods and the ever popular High Street Kensington strewn with designer boutiques and eating places. Each of the 33 rooms are en-suite and spacious, freshly decorated with modern artworks and modern conveniences. We've fitted a state-of-the-art key-card access system as well as installed CCTV throughout the building, as your safety and security are of utmost importance to us. The Hyde Park hostel boasts two separate lounges, a spacious dining area and a brand-new installed stainless steel kitchen. With SKY and digital TV as well as a projector for major sporting events, you won't be at a loss for things to do in this hostel. Feel pampered and special, book your bed at the Astor Hyde Park! We can't wait to see you!

Reviews of Astor Hyde Park

Astor Hyde Park has a rating of 86% from a total of 380 reviews and ratings, below are some reviews of Astor Hyde Park

Great hostel in a beautiful old renovated house. Good location, near several museums. Free breakfast was very nice!

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by Parsop – posted on Nov 26, 2008

Parsop, from New Zealand, has 3 reviews 3

Situated in the middle of nothing,or museums.Astor is a nightmare catsle of stairs.It makes you lazy.Staffs are helpful.Facility is average.

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by takeshisapporo1203 – posted on Nov 26, 2008

takeshisapporo1203, from Japan, has 51 reviews 51

very helpful when booking over phone- staff very helpful.accomodated for a group with no problems.one of the cleanist hostels ever stayed in- will definately stay here again

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by murphy7550 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

murphy7550, from Ireland, has 1 review 1

This hostel exceeded my expectations. New beds, clean sheets, clean floors. Towels on demand, quiet. Excellent location by Natural History Mus, Albert Hall, Hyde Park. Lovely building in a nice and quiet road. Very reasonably priced. Definitely Recommended.

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by acjboyle7600 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

acjboyle7600, from England, has 1 review 1

Great hostel. really clean and new. Kitchen is fantastic, with lots of ovens and space. Good social areas.

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by tlawton1015622 – posted on Nov 25, 2008

tlawton1015622, from New Zealand, has 17 reviews 17

We had a really good time in this hostel. Our room was very clean and the building is beautiful! We also enjoyed the breakfast!

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by liana00473557 – posted on Nov 24, 2008

liana00473557, from Netherlands, has 1 review 1

the place is a bit far from underground but the environment is excellent!! staff was very helpful and friendly~

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by natwsc614 – posted on Nov 24, 2008

natwsc614, from Hong Kong, has 1 review 1

Posizionato in un quartiere elegante in mezzo alle ambasciate,facilmente raggiungibile con la metro e la sera con l'autobus,molto tranquillo sia fuori che dentro,pulitissimo,anche i bagni a dispozione di tutti fuori dalla propria stanza,cucina a disposizione per chi vuole(se siete italiani... more Posizionato in un quartiere elegante in mezzo alle ambasciate,facilmente raggiungibile con la metro e la sera con l'autobus,molto tranquillo sia fuori che dentro,pulitissimo,anche i bagni a dispozione di tutti fuori dalla propria stanza,cucina a disposizione per chi vuole(se siete italiani ovviamente fategli vedere CHI SA CUCINARE e non meravigliatevi se cucinano schifezze :P) staff molto cordiale...insomma,consigliato per chi non vuole spendere molto e vuole sentirsi COCCOLATO!!!close

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by llsmartjack9378 – posted on Nov 23, 2008

llsmartjack9378, from Italy, has 2 reviews 2

A good decent hostel for the right money. Friendly people in the commonrooms, always a movie on during the quiet evenings, and the kitchen worked really well for us (although you might need to re-do some of the dishes) There was renovation while we were there, and it's probably gonna look a lot...

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by mikkel942465 – posted on Nov 22, 2008

mikkel942465, from Denmark, has 2 reviews 2

I THINK IS ONE OF THE BEST HOSTEL IN LONDON, AND FOR SURE IN EUROPE! I LL BE THERE AGAIN SOON!! THX FOR ALL!!!

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by nicoallen – posted on Nov 21, 2008

nicoallen, from Argentina, has 4 reviews 4

Stayed here about a month ago now, it was fantastic.. a great hostel in an awesome location. We will be staying here again soon.

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by brendanking – posted on Nov 21, 2008

brendanking, from Australia, has 5 reviews 5

Could be cleaner under the beds, but I recommended to go there without doubts.

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by jmnz874753 – posted on Nov 19, 2008

jmnz874753, from Spain, has 1 review 1

This hostel was wonderful! It was in a great location and close to the undergroud! A lot of stairs though so be ready to hike (no lift). The staff was amazing and even looked up and printed directions to a specific restaurant for us! We would really recommend this place!

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by kmanning4934 – posted on Nov 19, 2008

kmanning4934, from USA, has 2 reviews 2

My friends and I were shocked when we left the hostel 11a.m and came back at 12pm to find the door of our room open. Apparently they cleaned rooms between 10-1pm and they didn't close the door, which means our room was open for 12 hours. Fortunately we had all of our valuables with us and what... more My friends and I were shocked when we left the hostel 11a.m and came back at 12pm to find the door of our room open. Apparently they cleaned rooms between 10-1pm and they didn't close the door, which means our room was open for 12 hours. Fortunately we had all of our valuables with us and what was left in the roon was just clothes and cosmetics so nothing was stolen. Obviously the hostel doesn't take any responsibility for any belongings left in the rooms or any thefts. Now I know why.close

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by alfheim9201 – posted on Nov 18, 2008

alfheim9201, from Poland, has 1 review 1

As a hostel owner in Lisbon - Portugal. I found this place excellent. It´s a nice building, very clean, with great facilities, straff is great, and the location is very good.

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by jeco20007075 – posted on Nov 17, 2008

jeco20007075, from Portugal, has 5 reviews 5

I stay in a private room, good for the price.

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by caissy – posted on Nov 16, 2008

caissy, from Canada, has 3 reviews 3

Given all the wonderful reviews I was a bit disappointed. The beds were very uncomfortable. The breakfast was very limited and made more so by staff limiting how much jam you could have! (Very Oliver Twist!) Was not pleased with the dishwashing setup, if guests are to wash their own dishes, a... more Given all the wonderful reviews I was a bit disappointed. The beds were very uncomfortable. The breakfast was very limited and made more so by staff limiting how much jam you could have! (Very Oliver Twist!) Was not pleased with the dishwashing setup, if guests are to wash their own dishes, a sink for a final disinfectant rinse would be ideal. I would not stay here again.close

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by thatposhbird6124 – posted on Nov 14, 2008

thatposhbird6124, from USA, has 1 review 1

Plus: -Friendly reception. -Single person toilet/shower that you can lock (not ensuite!). -Free wireless internet. -Bed sheets+covers already in place. Minus: -The stairs can get to you if you stay on 3rd/4th floor. -You have to walk ~10 mins in any direction to the nearest subway... more Plus: -Friendly reception. -Single person toilet/shower that you can lock (not ensuite!). -Free wireless internet. -Bed sheets+covers already in place. Minus: -The stairs can get to you if you stay on 3rd/4th floor. -You have to walk ~10 mins in any direction to the nearest subway station (I used South Kensington station mostly), there're closer bus stops. -No restaurants/shops close by, all ~10 mins walking distance away. Bring your own lock for the luggage cage under the beds.close

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by guyinet853 – posted on Nov 14, 2008

guyinet853, from South Africa, has 3 reviews 3

My best Hostel experience so far!

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by tobiaskucera2987 – posted on Nov 14, 2008

tobiaskucera2987, from Switzerland, has 1 review 1

great fully equipt kitchen. safe neighbourhood. great hostel

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by kcannons3227 – posted on Nov 13, 2008

kcannons3227, from Australia, has 16 reviews 16

good place to stay for some days. but there are some noises, from the traffic or some young boys in the midnight.

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by xinlian-xu8722 – posted on Nov 12, 2008

xinlian-xu8722, from China, has 1 review 1

2nd time staying at the hostel. Renovations are almost complete, which should add to the overal character and 'fun' of the hostel. Convenience include the fact that there is a washroom in every room. Prepare to lug your baggage up a few flights of steep stairs. Hostel is also a bit of a walk from...

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by jackedt – posted on Nov 11, 2008

jackedt, from Canada, has 5 reviews 5

Pretty nice hostel located in a nice, rich neighborhood close to the Natural History Museum. You can enjoy breakfast from 8 till 10 AM. The rooms are ok, have a bathroom and are cleaned up every day. The only really annoying thing was that there is no elevator, we had to walk up to the 4th floor...

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by flamenguista – posted on Nov 10, 2008

flamenguista, from Germany, has 1 review 1

Very friendly and helpful staff, building had a lot of character. Breakfast was really good too. Overall a very pleasant stay.

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by donahue0441527 – posted on Nov 10, 2008

donahue0441527, from USA, has 2 reviews 2

The room and the bathroom were amazingly clean. It's a shame that it was not the same for the kitchen!!

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by conde – posted on Nov 10, 2008

conde, from France, has 1 review 1

Really good location and easy to find from the tube station. Breakfast was great and the staff we very helpful. Make sure you bring a big lock for the under-bed locker cages.

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by kattyw846906 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

kattyw846906, from Australia, has 1 review 1

Extended our stay here because of the awesome staff, modern facilities and comfortable feel of the place. So nice to find a place like this in such a good area of London. Would definitely recommend!

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by lphelan16890 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

lphelan16890, from Australia, has 24 reviews 24

Returned here because of the friendly staff, great modern facilities, great atmosphere and perfect location. Wouldn't stay anywhere else in London.

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by lphelan16890 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

lphelan16890, from Australia, has 24 reviews 24

very good value for money. i'll be happy to go there again.

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by hirshberg2490 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

hirshberg2490, from Israel, has 2 reviews 2

+ Very nice rooms with bathrooms, very clean - Internet connection only for those with their own laptops

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by petr4503 – posted on Nov 8, 2008

petr4503, from Czech Republic, has 2 reviews 2

24 hr check-in made this hostel a fantastic choice, especially when coming in from Stansted. Front desk was energetic and friendly, even at 3AM. Great hostel!

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by andyctyeh7973 – posted on Nov 8, 2008

andyctyeh7973, from Canada, has 1 review 1

Slightly out of the way but its in a nice quiet area. No bar or computers. Otherwise pretty good

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by joshgabe1 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

joshgabe1, from USA, has 16 reviews 16

It's very clean and nice place.

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by zyf870317 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

zyf870317, from China, has 3 reviews 3

good place with ensuite bathrooms, staff were good and fun to be around.

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by ngl135 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

ngl135, from Canada, has 5 reviews 5

The hostel was nice, bit out of centre though. and not that much action happening, everyone mostly spend evenings watching movies. Nice cheap meals. And not that much travellers, place is quite full of long stayers. One real bad thing no elevater for 7 floor.

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by ashly5789 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

ashly5789, from Netherlands, has 1 review 1

Even for being a relatively new hostel it is awesome! The staff is super helpful and friendly, which I didn't find too often here. Big, clean rooms, very cool building, two spacious common rooms, best free breakfast we came across, and almost on the edge of Hyde Park. However there's no... more Even for being a relatively new hostel it is awesome! The staff is super helpful and friendly, which I didn't find too often here. Big, clean rooms, very cool building, two spacious common rooms, best free breakfast we came across, and almost on the edge of Hyde Park. However there's no computers, just wifi, nearest internet cafe is 15 mins walk. Also no lift. Would stay again in a heartbeat, which I can't say for a lot of hostels in London.close

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by michellees – posted on Nov 6, 2008

michellees, from Canada, has 4 reviews 4

They could clean the rooms everyday!you have free breakfast but you have to wash you're own dishes... =( Appart from that good rooms, great locations and great staff!

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by n-duquematos9598 – posted on Nov 5, 2008

n-duquematos9598, from Portugal, has 2 reviews 2

Room was big, bathroom and shower were nice. Staff was friendly. Great location, nice building, free breakfast. Really enjoyed my stay here.

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by lross11 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

lross11, from Canada, has 5 reviews 5

this hostel itself is not so bad.nice staff,clean rooms.but too noisy to sleep...

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by ts3x3x33780 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

ts3x3x33780, from Japan, has 4 reviews 4

I had a great time there, but I definitely have to take points away for the insane amount of stairs required to get to my room. By my count, there were 92 stairs between the reception and my room and no elevators. Not exactly convenient. They didn't have maps of London either for all 3 days I...

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by svmat – posted on Nov 4, 2008

svmat, from USA, has 8 reviews 8
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