Smart Russell Square

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Lobby or reception
Communal lounge/ TV room
Kitchen or kitchenette
Communal lounge/ TV room
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7.7Good
(7,881 Ratings)
"The staff were very friendly and Gaser isabla especially supported with helping me resolve a quick query of not having enough bedding!"
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7.7 / 10
Good(7,881 Ratings)

Hostel in London Borough of Islington

3-Star Hostel

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About this hostel

This hostel is in the heart of London, a 10-minute walk from King’s Cross Railway Station and the British Library. It provides budget accommodations with free WiFi access throughout.

Amenities

Free WiFi/internet
Non-smoking
Heating
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Laundry services
Family friendly
Safe
Key card access
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products

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Ratings and reviews

7.7 / 10
Good(7,881 Ratings)
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9 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
The room was quiet, which is always nice for a hostel. The bed had a curtain, which sounds minor, but it makes all the difference.
The bed wasn't too comfy, but it did the job. One morning, the plug socket and lamp stopped working, but they worked when I came back in the evening.
9 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2026
The localization of the hotel is very good
Not enough space in the room for packing your belongings
8 / 10Excellent·Oct 2026
Smooth check in process; great location; close to the Underground; clean room and facilities; ac unit in the room helped with humidity and overall temperature, especially for evenings and sleeping comfortably
Making your own bed at 11pm without waking others is rather difficult to do, though from previous stays here I knew I'd have to do it....doesn't mean I have to like it.
5 / 10·Oct 2026
Very central location. Good transport links. Large kitchen and common area.
Very run down in some areas. Bathroom facilities inside room had no ventilation so smelt stale and mouldy. Lots of moisture and condensation. They have triple bunk beds in the dorms. These are unusable for anything apart from sleeping. You cannot put your belongings down on them, pack your bag on them or sit on them as too high. Rooms were so cramped with no space to get ready for the day. One tiny bench to put on shoes. Shower had no shelves to put your things, only a single hook to hang something. Sink was so small and under a shelf that you couldn’t even use it to wash your face. It wasn’t until the next day that I saw the communal facilities were much better. They should tell you that when you check in but they don’t. They didn’t even give me a sheet for the bed. I had to go back downstairs for one. They also charge for towels which is unreasonable. If you are staying the night, you need a shower. I have stayed in many hostels over the years and this design was very poor for the number of people.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this hostel?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Smart Russell Square. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hostel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Smart Russell Square pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Smart Russell Square?

We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, non-smoking, heating, kitchen, and wifi/internet.


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