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Reviews of Smart Russell Square Hostel

71-72 Guilford Street, Camden, London, WC1N 1DF, United Kingdom

#807 of 1,017 hotels in London

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Review score

Based on 4231 hostel reviews

7.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.1

  • Comfort

    6.9

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    7.1

  • Staff

    7.8

  • Value for money

    7.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 10 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Female Dormitory with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Too hot in the beds, needed more ventilation. The shower is small, hard to organize personal items (got wet)

    It has a good appearance, they keep your bag for free if you arrive before the check-in, nice kitchen

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were a bit uncomfortable

    Friendly staff, rooms & bathrooms are very clean, charging spots next to each bed come in handy, nice shared facilities

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds could have been made 2/3 inches longer very tight

    Easy access to underground and stations

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 March 2024

    7.0
    Small bed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was small I wish they have added the size and dimensions as it could be small for tall people.

    It was safe and clean place and perfect location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    7.0
    I would recommend it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was very narrow and small and there were no locks, you have to bring your own or pay for them. The system to close the locker under the beds is not really effective, it makes a lot of loud noises if someone is sleeping and you can’t help it.

    Everything was really clean and smelt really good. The common area was really spacious and big. There were enough toilets and showers. Ear plugs are for free if you need them. The location is perfect and the underground is 3 minutes away walking, you also have a Tesco right next to the hostel if you need to buy something.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    7.0
    2 Days - February
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Some people are noisy and you have to adjust as dormitories are shared. There was a shower area close to my room so sometimes the noise of hair dryer or plant equipment.

    The rooms are well-heated. The beds are solid so doesn't make too much noise when someone uses them. The cleanliness is good. The kitchen and sitting area is for common use. You can bring your own food and cook, which is not allowed in other top-rated hostels close by.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    6.0
    Not comfy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower room has no space to place toiletries Mixed gender shower rooms and toilets Have to make bed by yourself

    Good location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2024

    6.0
    It was an okay experience and would try sometime
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kitchen was a bit off for me.

    Hygiene was just about right, bathrooms were clean and tidy, kitchen was a bit messy, but it’s understandable cause there were lots of guest from different races. Generally enjoyed my brief stay.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    8.0
    Good but…
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We lost a hat and the personal wasnt capable yo found it even watching the videos from security cameras.

    You can storage your bags even before your check in hour.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They did not provide towel

    The staff seems very nice

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    6.0
    Averagely my stay was ok
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The space between up and down beds

    Location perfert, breakfast perfect, room not really good, no space between two beds, at a point my heat was hitting the beds. It would be better if the beds are double instead of triple.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    8.0
    You get what you pay for and if you’re staying for a 1-2 nights it is worth it.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom was smelly, the flush button on the toilet wasn’t even there, the room was on the second floor and had to climb 4 flights of stairs as there is no lift.

    Secure building, room had a private bathroom which we were very thankful for, and conveniently only a 2 minute walk from a tube station.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Female Dormitory with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing location, with a Tesco and metro station nearby. The dorms are hostel dorms, nothing special. Three beds can be a bit much tho. The curtains give you a little privacy and the usb port right beside the bed is wonderful (so you don't need the uk adapter).

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    8.0
    Good price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Female Dormitory with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bunk beds have three levels. Mine was the top one and even when the price is so low, you expect at least seat straight in the bed. I´m not tall and I couldnt seat straight because my head was touching the cealing... The toilets and showers were very worn out. Old facilities.

    The price and the location. The staff was nice and helpful. When you pay this price for a bed you have to know what to expect. They haver a big kitchen and dinning room. Also lockers for a price.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pretty warm but including a shared fan in the room.

    I enjoyed staying here due to the privacy because it included a curtain to cover the bed. Don't forget adapter for charging. You can buy it at the hostel or at any store.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    8.0
    Great value hostel in centre.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast wasn't really worth paying for

    Central location close to bus stop and tube to get around easily. Staff were really kind and super helpful. Storage under bed was big enough to accommodate a larger medium suitcase. Showers were warm and water pressure was good. Beds were comfy and had everything needed. Room temp was almost too warm so lovely in winter.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property was good overall

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    6.0
    Great location, clean
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The heat and stuffiness in the dormitory was almost unbearable at times

    Excellent location, great price, spotless

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    7.0
    I do love the personal, but I felt so dissapointed with kitchen
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There were no utensils in the kitchen, no cutlery, cups, pots, knifes. There was no specific space for the things in kitchen,

    the staff was really nice and polite everytime. Silent hours and room organization perfect toilet all the time clean

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Beds are not the best Really noisy people in my room

    Location is perfect! Lockers security was good

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    6.0
    Everyhing else beside the beds was perfect!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didnt like the beds, bevause they were too short. All night my legs were hurting because there was no space for me to relax.. the kitchen and bathrooms are nice, but I didnt come here to eat, I came here to sleep, that is the most important thint in a hostel and it was quite bad. During the night it was very hot snd there was no air in the room.

    The staff was very helpful and nice! T It eas nice that we could use the kitchen and there was everything we needed

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed is too small and uncomfortable

    Location and cleanliness

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -great location -clean

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    7.0
    Great for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    incredibly hard to find, spent a while finding the location, and when i got there i just had to stand in the doorway waiting for the staff to see me and open the door for me, other then that though i did really enjoy it all

    i really enjoyed the location, felt like everything you´d want to see was only a few minutes walk away, extended my stay here cause i kept finding out there was more to see around the hostel

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a room at third floor and no elevator

    Clean room and bathroom, close to underground station.

    Stayed in January 2024

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