The Onefam Waterloo has a lively atmosphere as a social party hostel designed for young backpackers and solo travellers. To ensure the best experience for our guests, we have implemented an age restriction policy. As most of our guests fall within the 18-36 age range, we regret to inform you that we are unable to process your reservation if you are above 36 years of age. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk (limited services from 00:00 -12 AM to 08:00 am), free WiFi, and free daily activities and evening events. Near the banks of the River Thames, Onefam Waterloo offers free super-fast WiFi, free lockers, and free bed linen. Located in zone 1 and only 15 15-minute walk from Big Ben and Westminster Abbey, Lambeth North underground station is also a 5-minute walk away. All rooms and dormitories feature triple bunk beds with 2 USB sockets and double UK/sockets. Bed linen is provided, and there are plenty of shared bathroom facilities. The hostel has secure luggage lockers and a lively common room. You can find snacks and drinks available at the reception during the reception hours. There is a bicycle docking station only a 5-minute walk away and a 24-hour bus stop at the end of the road. The Onefam Waterloo is a 15-minute walk from vibrant South Bank. Waterloo Railway Station is a 15-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)


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Guests who stayed here loved

Thomas
United States United States
A good time! I highly recommend the OneFam locations. This one is great! Bonus points if you bring free goodies and dress up as Abraham Lincoln 😁. Shout out to the Pumpkin Pie, American day, the microwave, Connie, Seth, Sandra, Jacob, Jazzy,...
Thomas
United States United States
Great place to hangout. Fun adventures. Social with many free activities including a community dinner.
Yongyi
United Kingdom United Kingdom
almost everything. Stuff are helpful. Residents are nice! Everything is convenient.
Hamza
France France
This is the best youth hostel in london. Amazing staff
Lucas
Ireland Ireland
My stay was great, the staff were super welcoming, there were lots of activities to interact and make new connections. I really enjoyed it.
Debenham
United Kingdom United Kingdom
I love how the staff made you feel welcome and comfortable from the offset
Arnaud
Belgium Belgium
A great experience! As I said to the manager of the place, I was sceptical at first when booking the place as it was my first time booking in a such context! I am going back from there with a lot of new friends from this experience. Experience...
Mantole
Cyprus Cyprus
Amazing hostel for anyone but especially those travelling alone. Very friendly staff, activities everyday morning and night perfect for meeting other travellers.
Timber
Canada Canada
OneFam Waterloo is in the perfect location for exploring London. The staff are very friendly and ready to help with everything! I’d like to shout out Connie especially for making my stay at OneFam wonderful. The daily tours and nightly pub crawls...
Fernandes
United Kingdom United Kingdom
I loved the community based foundation, I got to meet so many people from all over the world with the most engaging staff ever!

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House rules

Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:30 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests aged between 18 and 36
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that American Express cards are not accepted. Alternative payment will be required.

To reach the hostel from Lambeth North Tube Station (8 minutes' walk): Exit the station and cross the road and walk past the large church on your left on Kennington Road. Keep walking until you come to a cross roads and turn right at the Days Hotel onto Lambeth Road. Take the next left onto Lambeth Walk next to the Lambeth Walk pub. Continue around until you arrive at 73 Lambeth Walk.

Please note that this property does not accept group bookings of more than 10 people.

The Onefam Waterloo Hostel has a lively atmosphere with most of our guests being aged 18-36 years of age and therefore may not be suitable for guests over 36 years of age.

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.

Please inform Onefam Waterloo 18-36 years old in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.