Astor Kensington Hostel

Katie 10/10 smile

That I cannot give 11/10 stars

perfect location , great staffs, great facilities

The most solid beds from all hostels I. Ve stayed in. Very good beds, particularly first floor. Kitchen improved, tables and chairs look better, everything more clean and tidy, the huge tb screens are amazing. Good guests and staff too. Impressed.,..

The staff were really friendly and very helpful so overall the vibes are really welcoming and good. I overheard a guest request to have their bag carried up the stairs as there is no lift and they didn't think they could do it and the person working reception helped them right away with no issue. The lounge on the main level is great and has lots of power points and a little library, and the location is amazing.

The facilities are quite dated and the only tap with drinking water is in the basement. I was staying on the 5th floor so that was a super annoying discovery. There seemed to always be a toilet out of service or overflowing which I know is common in hostel bathrooms but there aren't many toilets, and the beds don't have individual powerpoints (at least not in my room) which means you have to leave your devices out to charge.