If you are traveling to the UK for holiday, or live there, and are planning to tour the country, you may be wondering which are the best options for your budget, and how you can find the most affordable accommodation. There are some very helpful websites out there just like here which will make finding a cheap place in London much easier. If you are going to London for studies, you are going to have to find some student accommodation, and you need to be prepared for a shock at the prices. If you decided that you wanted to stay in London permanently, then you will need to find a place to live which is far cheaper than the short-term options that I have already talked about. 

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It is commonly assumed that some accommodation is going to be really expensive (and it may well be), but this does not need to be the case... Read this post if you are looking for short-term and long-term affordable London accommodation, and check out our Cheap Accommodation In London category for other tips. If you are looking for free places to stay in London, check out our free 1-page guide on accommodation, and if you want further suggestions, have a read of our posts filled with tips on renting a room in London. Stay at romantic budget bed & breakfasts, cheap hostels or hostels, reasonably priced hotels or self-catering Holiday Apartments, ideal for big groups or families. Get comfy in plush beds and plan out the days sightseeing using free WiFi in your hostel, or indulge yourself in memorable meals at hostel restaurants. Relax in Corinthia Hotels large, comfy rooms, relax with a drink or a bite to eat from the minibar, and eat in one of the hostels three restaurants. If you are looking for a comfy, unfussy Central London hostel with a good breakfast, Wombats City Hostel London is a great option. The hostel is located well in Bayswater, only 10 minutes walk from Kings Cross St Pancreas Station. Wombats City Hostel London is certainly one of the best hostels in London, and it is worlds ahead of a lot of similarly priced budget hotels in London. This means if you are an artist or a creative who is coming to London to work, looking for a cheap yet quality accommodation, Wombats City Hostel London is the hotel you want to stay at in London. Overall Verdict: This hostel ticks many boxes, Great location, the Covid-19 security regulations make it safe to stay, comfy beds, nice chill out area to work in, and nice staff. 


Hostels are also good for people looking to reach the most remote parts of the UK without paying hotel or B&B; prices. Many hostels provide more facilities than hotels and are very clean, because younger people expect a bit more pampering. A private or family room is usually cheaper than a hotel room, and hostels in big cities usually offer inexpensive, free amenities like wifi, laundry, luggage storage, full kitchen facilities, and tours of the area. Furnished apartments are a good bridge between hostels and hotels, although can be slightly pricey if you are a solo traveler. Unless you really want the hostel experience and the chance to meet fellow travelers, I would avoid getting a private room at a hostel. If you are in a group or couple, looking for some breathing space from dorms and the crowds of travelers, but you do not want the hotel-like accommodations, then that is the perfect lodging option. If it is a shorter city stay, or if we are traveling solo, we are happy staying at hotels, and we sometimes cut costs and find hostels that are more family-friendly. There is no sense finding cheap hotel accommodations if they are miles outside the city, and you will need to pay more for the transport costs. If you cannot find a budget hotel downtown, staying slightly out of the city almost always will save you money in hotels and apartments.

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London accommodation can get pricey, but you will still have plenty of options, even in the centre, if you are on a budget. Target hostels that are cheap, and you will have a lot of spending money left to enjoy the city. To score big discounts on London hotels, consider visiting in off-season or the shoulder seasons, staying in one of the cheaper London hotels, or keeping your eyes peeled for a special lower room rate at the hostel you choose. Book accommodation early for the best rates you can find online, and then monitor prices to see if you can score a better deal at a different property, or even at the same hotel. 


Hopefully, the strategies and resources mentioned above can help you find budget hotels, apartments, and resorts for your next trip, and give you the best bang for your buck. You will find bed and breakfasts across the UK, and if you are visiting villages and out-of-the-way towns where there is not much in the way of hotel options, there are likely still a few guesthouses you will find, which is why it is ideal for an off-the-beaten-path holiday. Of course, there are plenty of hostels that are privately owned too - once again, I like checking out Hotels Combine because they often include hostels as part of their research. 

One of the best ways to score some free accommodation is by staying with people that live in the place you are going. Hotels near Westminster Bridge, Big Ben, and the London Eye can get expensive, but London Marriott County Hall offers a good deal. If you want to stay in one of these top-notch London hotels, you will have to cough up some cash which could easily top.