Astor Hyde Park

Kensington & Hyde Park


Wood-panelled walls, bay windows with leaded lights, plus a 19th-century vibe and a posh address just over from the Royal Albert Hall. This one-time hospital has 150 beds in rooms over five floors (no lift), including dorms with four to 15 beds, and a good kitchen and dining area and spacious lounge. The hostel only accepts guests over age 18.

All-you-can-eat breakfast is £1.


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Nearby Kensington & Hyde Park attractions

1. Royal Albert Hall

0.11 MILES

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2. Royal College of Music Museum

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3. Albert Memorial

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4. Science Museum

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5. Wildlife Photographer of the Year

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6. Natural History Museum

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7. Serpentine Gallery

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8. Sensational Butterflies

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