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About this property
Features a 24-hour access fully equipped shared kitchen and separate shared lounge with large windows on two sides and chill-out balcony the length of the lounge. Hootananny backpackers' hostel offers free high-speed Wi-Fi, lockers for valuables, free linen, free self-service breakfast and a laundry room with washing and drying facilities for hostellers’ exclusive use. There is a big supermarket directly opposite the hostel. It is situated on the upper floors above the legendary live music pub/venue of the same name renowned for its eclectic vibe and diverse music, offering free entry to most gigs, with two pool tables, spacious beer garden and renowned street food stalls serving global street food. Brixton is a multicultural nightlife hub boasting the O2 Academy music venue, Ritzy independent cinema, vibrant street markets, independent music venues, clubs, restaurants, bars, cafes. Hootananny Hostel is 0.5 miles from Brixton tube station on the Victoria Line, four stops to Victoria in central London. Directly outside the hostel are three bus stops for travel to all points of London. The Houses of Parliament is 3.7 miles away
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Terrace
- Bar
- Laundry
- Heating
- Garden
- Luggage storage
- Designated smoking area
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Claire
United Kingdom
“Friendly and easy to access. Great facilities and was quieter than expected. Lovely to have the option to have some breakfast in the morning and good sized kitchen. Amazing value and hope to stay again.” - Shannon
United Kingdom
“Near Brixton Station. Mostly quiet on our trip as it was a Monday. Staff and other guests were respectful.” - Dan
United Kingdom
“Large communal kitchen, lounge and balcony spaces, well-appointed with utensils, entertainment and local information. Access and storage systems all very well-organised and secure. Overall, neat and clean accommodation, clearly well loved and...” - Renooka
United Kingdom
“Was very very nice because was friendly you don't fill sad and everyone who stay there they respect each other's you can do your own shopping and cook your food breakfast was free” - Renooka
United Kingdom
“Was very happy staying with a group of people because you don't fill sad you can buy your own food you cook and free breakfast” - Mia
United Kingdom
“This was my first time in a hostel, we were there for a club night so it was just easier & cheaper to stay at the venue. It was very friendly, everything was explained clearly. The facilities, kitchen, lockers, toilets etc. There's a big lounge...” - Logan
United Kingdom
“my second time staying at hootananny. brilliant location for anything you may need in brixton - you are a 10 minute walk from brixton tube station and a huge sainsbury's is across the street if you need a quick snack. i stayed here over the may...” - Massimo
Italy
“The location is good and the place itself is very nice. You can have a pleasant night at the hostel and enjoy a good breakfast the next morning. I would definitely recommend this place and would gladly return on my next trip to London. Thank you!” - Monica
United Kingdom
“Great experience. Lively place. Evelyn was an amazing host. :-)” - Eleonora
Italy
“The girl working at the front desk is incredibly kind. They should pay her double!”
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



The fine print
Please note this property is above a lively music venue.
Please note that for groups bookings of 4 beds or more, different policies and conditions apply. Please contact the property for more details prior to booking.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.