7 Dock Street, Tower Hamlets, London, E1 8LL, United Kingdom
#220 of 1,102 hotels in London
Guests' ChoiceBased on 3706 hostel reviews
8.7Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.1
Value for money
8.7
Free WiFi
8.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 3 September 2025
Keren
AustraliaWould be helpful to have a sponge/wipe/basic cleaning supply to have available to clean the sinks or bathroom after use especially with sharing with people.
Clean; safe area, close to public transport; each bed in dorm has a curtain and own lock box, plus a locker and fan. Well thought out. Staff were friendly.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 September 2025
Caroline
Switzerlandpower outlets didnt work the first day, they were fixed after bringing it to attention.
very lovely people, high level of safety
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 September 2025
Sarah
AustraliaIt was very hot in the week we were there and there is no AC in the rooms. This wouldn’t be a problem most of the time but it was a heatwave!
The hostel is in a great location, near Tower Bridge. It’s a very social hostel and the bar downstairs is great. The dorm beds all have curtains, fans, lights, and plugs which is nice.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 1 September 2025
Daniel
United KingdomThe phone charging socket in room 011 bottom left doesn't work. Had to change my phone in the bar. Never thought I'd say this but felt scruffy and underdressed for saying at a hostel.
Clean tidy, quiet & well organised. With some chatty people roaming about
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 31 August 2025
Alissa
AustraliaExcellent hostel, felt comfortable and clean. Great location.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 30 August 2025
Svetlabel
Belgium- shower and floor could use more cleaning or more thorough cleaning - only one lift was working and this meant waiting for ages for the lift to come - having a place to store your luggage is nice but keep in mind it does cost money
- big bunk bed, i could sit comfortably straight on my bed (i'm 173cm) - one card to open all the door you need to pass and it also locks your locker which was handy - bed had a small locker for valuables with number lock - lots of things you could use in the shared kitchen (it is a little bit chaotic tho) - bed had lamp, power outlet and curtain - 8 mixed dorm room had seperate toilet and shower and another sink in the room -> room was full but never had to wait to go to the toilet or to shower - i found the location to be great and the tube and bus stop was close by
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 28 August 2025
Shipeng
ChinaThe breakfast is too simple , don’t recommend
All good
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 27 August 2025
Chelsea
CanadaSecure/Safe Close to the underground Clean Curtains on beds Lockers Safe Charging station in bed Shower pressure was 👌🏻
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Julia
AustraliaLocation wasn’t the greatest for me, it was a bit of an effort to get to the main areas. This is on me, I should have realised when I looked at the hostel on the map. It is close to tower bridge, which is good.
The room was clean for a hostel and appeared to be cleaned everyday which made a big difference especially when sharing with others.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Mikhail
United Kingdomnothing
location, facilities, staff friendliness, bar prices
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Craig
AustraliaHaving to pay for a towel
Spacious. Clean. Staff were excellent.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Janemaree
AustraliaMore options at breakfast would be good, other then that I was happy with my stay.
I like staying here because the staff are always friendly and the rooms are clean. I also like the location, not too far from Tower Bridge.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Jess
AustraliaOn one night we had no toilet paper in the female dorm toilets so cleaning staff to keep an eye on this. The soap dispenser was broken in our bathroom - did report it at the start of my trip but it was still broken by day 7. The design of the safe to keep valuables was appreciated however the design of the safe’s electricity socket didn’t work with my adapter so I had to rely on charging my devices by usb. I had my groceries marked with my name and date but someone kept stealing my eggs on 2 occasions. Cost of breakfast was a bit steep £8 for continental breakfast- no eggs. The shower needs to have a caddy or soap holder as I don’t like putting my things on the shower floor. It gets quite loud in the kitchen and basement area at night. More quiet chill out spaces please. Also the fridges in the kitchen need a good clear out as there were many items past people’s departure dates.
Lots of facilities - laundry on site, options pay for late check out, storage, power adapters. decent kitchen on site. Curtains and fans were good allowing for privacy and cool air for summer. Bathroom and toilet in the dorm so you didn’t need to leave your room with your key card. Very social and everyone was really nice and friendly.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Rick
United StatesNothing. Wombats was perfect.
This was my first solo hostel experience and Wombats did not disappoint. The property was spotless, food & beverage options were abundant, and the entire staff couldn't have been more cordial or supportive. Definitely recommend.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Ana
United KingdomWi-Fi reception wasn’t great and one out of two lifts was out of work.
Everything!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Thays
BrazilOf the security, the structure, the good service, the bar, the cleanliness and good location! I liked everything!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Dennis
United KingdomNothing
Location ,staff, amenities everything
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Jisu
AustraliaPillow was hard and low. Uncomfortable.
Friendly service, clean room and common areas.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Dejan
SerbiaI tried to cancel my stay as much plans changed. Could not reach the reception at all. Also, the staff was probably tired, but I did not feel they were super friendly or helpful.
There were many rooms, free food, pubs… You get a card that opens stuff. I felt everything was clean and comfortable.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 August 2025
Alejandra
ArgentinaClean and tidy. The kitchen is great if you want to bring your things and cook for yourself. The staff is super friendly.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 11 August 2025
Alexis
FranceThe breakfast is not so good for 8£, toasters are not working, and juices are not included
Great! Super clean!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 10 August 2025
Destiny
United KingdomNoisily
Beautiful
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Aliyah
NetherlandsBoth the elevators kept breaking and you had to wait a long time on them. One of the two elevators was broken for near the entirety of my weeks’ stay. Since my room was on the top floor, this made getting there a bit of a hassle most of the time. The breakfast was nice but it could’ve been a bit more elaborate.
The hostel was quite clean and the staff were very helpful. The bar and gardens are a very nice addition to the hostel and make great third spaces. There are plenty of opportunities to socialize in the bar during events hosted by the hostel. The large lockers in the rooms are perfect and the curtains next to each bed make for good privacy.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Maria
SpainEverything was perfect!
Stayed in August 2025
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