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YHA London Thameside
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Overview
Recently undergone a refurbishment, YHA London Thameside is a purpose-built hostel situated just a stone’s throw from the banks of the Thames. This hostel is well-equipped and is suitable for all types of groups, families and individual bookings.
All our bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms and are located on the first to fourth floors with lift access available. Guests can make use of our shared spaces including a self-catering kitchen and shared lounge on the basement level and a dining room on the ground floor. If you don’t fancy cooking, you can grab a bite to eat or a drink in our café bar.
We’re open 24 hours a day, with our friendly and informative staff always on hand to help guests, especially with their requests for London sightseeing inspiration. From YHA London Thameside you will have access to all London has to offer. The hostel is 0.7 miles from Canada Water tube station, so you can be at all of London’s famous attractions in less than a 30-minute tube ride. Or why not catch the River Bus and arrive in central London via the Thames? If you’re planning a trip to England’s capital, stay at YHA London Thameside!
Accommodation at this hostel
- Bed in a shared room is offered here
- Private room is offered here
- Camping & Cabins is not offered here
- Entire place is not offered here
Why guests love this hostel
- Great access to all London has to offer
- Purpose-built hostel on the Thames riverside
- All bedrooms include an en-suite bathroom
Accommodation at YHA London Thameside
Group booking
Serviced group stays for 16 to 372 people
Based in the Docklands area with great transport links to all the famous London attractions, YHA London Thameside is a friendly base that’s ideal for schools and groups!
Our coach drop-off is right outside the front door and the hostel is just 0.7 miles from Canada Water tube station, so you can be at all of the capital’s main attractions in less than a 30-minute tube ride. Or why not catch the River Bus and arrive in central London via the Thames?
Group-friendly facilities
Sleeping arrangements
Most of our bedrooms are dormitory style rooms with bunk beds. We always try to allocate bedrooms close together and will never ask your group to share bedrooms with anyone not in your group. All our bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms and we also have accessible rooms.
Upgrades are available for sole use of an area, floor or the entire place.
Shared spaces
This purpose-built hostel offers 24-hour access with our friendly and informative staff always on hand to help guests.
We have social areas where you can use the free Wi-Fi or study together. Our lounge can also be used as an informal meeting room or breakout space.
Group catering
With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA London Thameside (see sample menu).
Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.
Parking
There is no parking at the hostel. There is a drop-off point with a lowered kerb on Rotherhithe Street but only local residents can park on this road.
Accredited site
YHA London Thameside holds a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge (Site Only) (105574).
This accreditation means that this hostel has externally audited risk assessments, verified insurance provision, quality checked safety logs and delivery observed by national reviewers.
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- 24-hour reception
- Ambulant accessible
- Breakfast
- Café
- Contactless payments
- Corridor zoning
- Dining room
- Full mobile coverage
- Games
- Group meals
- Licensed bar
- Lift
- Luggage store
- Near bus stop
- Near train station
- Near underground
- Outdoor seating
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared lounge
- Small garden/grounds
- Sole use available
- Unlimited breakfast
- Water refill station
- Wheelchair accessible
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Closed facilities: The following facilities are currently closed at this hostel – laundry room.
Reception opening hours: 24 hours.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily from 07:30 – 09:00. Meals are also available from 17:00 – 20:00.
Licensed bar: This hostel has a licensed bar offering a range of alcohol and soft drinks. It is not possible for guests to bring their own alcohol.
Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.
Parking: There is no parking at the hostel. There is a drop-off point with a lowered kerb on Rotherhithe Street but only local residents can park on this road.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA London Thameside. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.
Luggage store: Guests can hire lockers for up to 24 hours. The fee is £2 per small locker and £3 per large locker.
YHA London Thameside - Access Statement
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Food and drink at YHA London Thameside
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More about this hostel
Volunteering
Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.
The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.
Find out more and apply to volunteer at this hostel through YHA volunteering.
History
YHA London Thameside was purpose-built for groups to come from all over the world.
The area that the hostel is in, Rotherhithe, is steeped in history from the first underwater tunnel built by Marc Brunel in 1825 to the famous story of the Mayflower ship which first set sail from Rotherhithe to discover the new world. Rotherhithe has a famous seafaring history with stories of pirates and royalty as well as the history of the Thames and the trading ships of the past.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: As part of your London weekend break, pull in a visit to the National Maritime Museum, the leading maritime museum of the UK. The Royal Observatory, best known as the location of the prime meridia or 'Greenwich Mean Time' is also located here. Any city break to London isn't complete without a ride on the London Eye - catch a river taxi from near the youth hostel.
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