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Reviews of Clink261 Hostel 3 stars

261-265 Grays Inn Road, Camden, London, WC1X 8QT, United Kingdom

#710 of 1,017 hotels in London

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Review score

Based on 3769 hostel reviews

7.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.3

  • Comfort

    7.2

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.3

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 23 June 2024

    7.0
    Not really recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Pod in a 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quite dirty, the aircon is very poor. The bedside ventilation is very noisy so you can’t keep it on throughout the night. The dorm door is very loud, you will wake up every time someone enters or exits the room. The price is my opinion is not justified but since it’s London everything it’s to be expected.

    The only good thing about this place is the location, very close to St Pancras and Kings Cross, and the reception staff, very likeable and friendly.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2024

    7.0
    Good for an early-train overnight, not sure about a longer stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room for 18 people
    • Stayed 1 night

    Beds end-on to the wall, with solid board partitions between and a 'ladder' across much of the outer end, made it rather awkward to set up and to get in and out. And those partitions are the only privacy in a mixed dorm, no bunk curtains, which may not suit all travellers.

    Very good location for an early train from St. Pancras, and plenty of food options in the area, plus the canal for an evening wander. Room entry by combination keypad rather than keycard, avoids the dilemma of remembering the key! Looks like there's a good programme of evening socials through the week, for those whose plans are flexible to fit.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 June 2024

    8.0
    Good for one-night stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room for 4 People
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    4-bed dorm is very tight, barely any room to move around. You can't pull out and open your locker unless the floor is clear and nobody is standing in the area, very hard with 4 people around.

    Communal areas and bathrooms are very spacious and modern

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2024

    7.0
    Good for a short stay only
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-4 bed Mixed Dorm - Shared Facilities
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very small rooms and no shower/female bathroom on our floor

    Great location! Walking distance to transport and lot of attractions

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-4 bed Mixed Dorm - Shared Facilities
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The first major point that should be improved is that some curtains should be installed in the dorm rooms to give some privacy to people sleeping, so that you can get back to your room without flashing light in everyone's eyes. Most hostels have these curtains nowadays. The "girls bathroom" was ok, but unfortunately not all guests are always very respectful (the person that showered before me forgot to clean and remove her hair from the floor/walls, maybe she didn't know she was supposed to do this...). It was hard to have any hot water from the shower - after waiting for several minutes with the water running, it was only slightly warm. The (only) sink is way too small. You can barely brush your teeth there, and it's hard to wash your hands without spilling water on the floor. My boyfriend said that the "boys bathroom" was quite dirty and smelly. I understand that this doesn't depend only on the hostel, but also on the guests, but maybe deep cleaning the bathrooms more often could help. Overall, it was ok to spend one night here, but I would not spend more time here (except maybe in a private room with private bathroom, I don't know if they exist though).

    The hostel is located 5 min away from St. Pancras/King's Cross train station, which is very convenient to travel by train and also since there are several underground lines that stop nearby and allow you to move around easily in the city. There is a large kitchen with all the necessary things to cook, as well as some salt/pepper/different spices, which was nice. The common areas were as clean as they could be (but unfortunately it really depends on how respectful the other guests are...). We spent one night here before catching the train back home, and it was ok. We saw there almost every day there was some kind of activity organised by the hostel, which is also nice if you want to meet people and if you stay for longer.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2024

    8.0
    Great location and comfy beds
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 10-8 bed Mixed Dorm - Shared Facilities
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The charging ports on the beds aren't powerful, it took about 3 days for it to recharge my portable charger. Still charged the phones okay though.

    The breakfast was delicious, great variety. The hostel is in a really good location near Kings Cross station, making it really easy and convenient to get anywhere. The room was a little noisy being next to the road, but a pair of good ear plugs do the trick. We did a free bike tour through the hostel with Adam which was a really great way to see the city!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 June 2024

    7.0
    It was good. I liked it ! Good value for money and i would stay again hehe
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Pod in a 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The spaces to store your stuff is limited. So people end up putting their suitcase in the commom area which makes it look messy.

    Love the location. So near to the stations. The pods were comfortable. And the staffs are always ready haha

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2024

    8.0
    Perfect location but ensure you use the right locker!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Pod in a 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I accidentally used the wrong locker and while I was out they cut my padlock off and left my stuff that had been in the locker out in the room for anyone to access. I understand it belonged to another bed in the hostel room who wanted to use the locker but to leave my belongings out in the room instead of keeping them at reception for my return I found unprofessional and unsafe.

    Pods have everything you need and the location right close to King’s Cross is perfect. Staff were friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 June 2024

    8.0
    Good Value for Money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room for 10 People
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The room is a bit small.

    The room is clean and the staff were helpful.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Pod in a 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom needs a bit of a update

    Location and good price

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2024

    6.0
    All good except for the temperature
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Pod in a 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dorm room was unbearably hot - like a sauna all night long.

    Staff were helpful, check in was easy, location was great and it was very clean

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Pod in a 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hostel. Pod upper, uncomfortable for older people. Hot water really struggled.

    For its location it was cheap.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    7.0
    I got what I paid for.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room for 10 People
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I found someone else's left behind product on the little shelf at the end of my bed and I did not feel it was cleaned properly. The bed was very uncomfortable

    I booked it for a night as I was stuck in London. I was glad I could book it last minute and it was at a great location.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-8 bed Mixed Dorm - Shared Facilities
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed is very small

    Location

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-8 bed Mixed Dorm - Shared Facilities
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Too narrow for a bed, need more ventilation

    Location, service, affordable accommodation

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room for 4 People
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Tiny rooms without much room to get ready if more than 1 person at a time. No hand soap or (working) hand dryer in bathroom. Very little room in shower area to put things while washing

    Location to King's Cross.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    8.0
    I will be back ; )
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Pod in a 14-Bed Mixed Dormitory
    • Stayed 5 nights

    A chair or bench in the rooms would be nice

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    8.0
    Good place. I wish I can book over a longer period.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-4 bed Mixed Dorm - Shared Facilities
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Provide more hooks or shelves in each bathroom so we can hang our clothes or place shower gels, etc.

    1. Quietness and a good place to simply sleep after a hard day work in London. 2. I also like the iron drawers under the bed, they let you store your laptop in safety (but bring your own padlock). 3. The kitchen at the basement is good place to work and socialise.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 10-8 bed Mixed Dorm - Shared Facilities
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were actually interested, engaged and helpful, They really seemed to want to help everyone have a good time.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    7.0
    Good budget option if you're not a light sleeper.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-4 bed Mixed Dorm - Shared Facilities
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms a bit cramped. Lots of traffic noise- I don't think the windows are double glazed so I had a really broken nights sleep. Breakfast was ok- cereal, toast, yogurt, fruit, salad, but NO BUTTER just vegan spread which limited my options which was disappointing. Only given one pillow. Locker quite small, couldn't fit my rucksack it in so be prepared.

    Staff really helpful. Close to Kings Cross. Can leave your bags. Kitchen facilities good. Reception had stuff for sale, there's a Co-op next door. Cleaning going on all the time. Good value for money if you take earplugs.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2024

    7.0
    Cheap and cheerful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room for 10 People
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only improvement would be to put curtains round the bunks for privacy. Otherwise, all good.

    Friendly and helpful staff. Accommodated an early check-in (for a small fee). Convenient location and cheap price for London. Good selection of products available to purchase from reception (toiletries, flip flops, etc).

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room for 18 people
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just the people that clearly didn't shower that night. Dem tinkkkkkk inna hot british weather. Mhmmm.

    Staff were easy to talk to, rooms were clean enough to not feel uncomfortable sleeping in. Bathrooms were quite clean and it's only 15 minutes away from st pancreas Station which was why I stayed I wouldn't stay more than 2 days though. The rooms were a bit cramped

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room for 10 People
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Minor issue. It was hard to keep your gear dry when showering. Maybe a couple more hooks and a little shelf high up for your toiletries would be an improvement.

    Bed was comfortable. Quiet at night. Location was conveniently close to tube and national rail. Staff were friendly and helpful. I didn't use the kitchen but it looked like a great set up.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Female Dormitory Room for 10 People
    • Stayed 5 nights

    hot water in shower room was not that stable,and you may need earplugs during your stay. kitchen is not available in the morning.

    there's a supermarket near by,and they have a kitchen,you may save some money for the trip.

    Stayed in April 2024

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