Clink 261 Hostel

2.0 star property

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Bed in 18-bed Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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261-265 Grays Inn Road, London, England, WC1X 8QT
  • Place, Russell Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, The British Museum
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Piccadilly Circus
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LHR-Heathrow)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Shared Dormitory (One bed in a 4 Bedded Dorm)

  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory (One bed in a 8 Bedded Dorm)

  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed in 18-bed Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed in 4-bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed in 10-bed Female Dorm, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Pod in 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Private 4-bed dorm Shared Facilities

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

Private 4-bed Female dorm Shared Facilities

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Private 6-bed dorm shared facilities

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

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About this property

Clink 261 Hostel

Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, near Russell Square
This smoke-free hostel features a microwave in a common area, a fridge in a common area and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, express check-in and express check-out are on-site.
Clink 261 Hostel offers 25 accommodations with a safe. This London hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Clink 261 Hostel. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of Russell Square. Free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities are available.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Amenities include a front desk safe, laundry facilities and multilingual staff
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Russell Square and University College London
As a guest of Clink 261 Hostel, you'll find a vending machine, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Clink 261 Hostel also features laundry facilities, express check-in, and express check-out.

This London hostel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 28 per day); reservations required

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

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 28 per day (5249 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. 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.
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

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Clink 261 Hostel.

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Clink 261 Hostel Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 559 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 236 out of 559 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 559 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 559 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 559 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Oladayo

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and easy to get to from the station, staff friendly but the HEAT! Two windows in the roof and some big fans ... that's it. Registered 30c at one point.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Findlay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant place to stay. Though it was roasting in room this weekend due to good warm weather and very humid in the room. This was even with the two fans in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rena, Gordon

Disliked: Amenities
bed size is perfect, doesnt feel too small or need to worry about hitting my head, need soap on the sink inside the room family dinner was fun and was free which is awesome
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Oladayo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Daanesh

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Decent but will try elsewhere next time

Booked a room with fewer than 18 beds but was given a bed in an 18 person room. Toilet was pretty gross, dormitory room had a funky stale smell, but showers were clean and available, staff was good, location convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Bathrooms need more and larger sinks. Elevator was blocked with utility supplies during checkout hours
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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

8/10 Good

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

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

Great stay

Amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oladayo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great helpful staff. This is not just for young people, it’s suitable for families and older age groups. Have stayed several times in females only room and although small it’s good value. Good location, walkable from Kings cross . Will be returning soon . Julie
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oladayo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely stay at the property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Bevan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay. Booked a pod bed, felt super private and cozy. Well lit inside and outlet was right there. Staff friendly and helpful. Towel rental not expensive. Locker big enough for small carryon and bag. Quick walk to train, bus stop right in front. Probably got lucky with other guests in the shared room - everyone was quiet and respectful. Only issue was substandard wifi. Would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

SUELLEN

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashraf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Worth of money if looking for cheap hostel. Very tight bed spaces and rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

What you expect for budget

Reception staff just sat on phones chatting with each other, beds not comfy, toilets on top floor were grim. Also heating on full all night. Was a good stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deena Lin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Levi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025