Welcome to London
Welcome to the Smart Teachers guide to living and working in a London Borough. We
hope this information will help you with deciding where you can see yourself living within
London.
No matter which location you decide, you can rely on Smart Teachers to help you in your
relocation and provide resources for expert advice to answer all of your questions. Have
a look through the guide and let us know which areas interest you so we can get on with
what we do best – finding you the perfect job!
‘How do I go about finding accommodation’ is usually one of the first questions
a teacher who is heading to the UK will ask.
It’s often closely followed by ‘whereabouts should I live?’
There’s a couple of common rules to abide by when deciding where to live.
The biggest factor of where you live is going to be your commute to work. Transport
links in England are excellent however they are not perfect, so put a strong weight on
travel time to work when choosing a place to live.
Also consider how far away your friends live and ensure that you are in commutable
distance from them. Decide what is more important to you personally – would you
prefer to be close to an area with good nightlife or would you rather live in a
picturesque, leafy suburb?
Decide on an area that suits your lifestyle. Whether you are interested in living in a
house share, on your own or are taking your family with you, there are a number of
companies out there who are willing to help you out.
Smart Teachers recommends starting your search in one of the following
places:
House sharing / Studios
Before you touch down in the UK:
 Arrive Homes
Once you’re on the ground:
 Easy Roommate
 Gumtree
 Spare Room
Rental Properties
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Zoopla
Rightmove
MAP OF LONDON BOROUGHS
LONDON TUBE MAP (with Zones)
BARKING & DAGENHAM
(East)
Type of schools to expect to work in
Expect a variety of schools, predominantly
government run or Catholic. Most primary schools
are two form entry, with strong leadership support
and good behaviour management of students.
Frequency of work
High – we have a high concentration of primary schools in east London so lots of supply
work available. There are less secondary schools, however long term positions are
plentiful.
Cost of accommodation
In comparison to many London boroughs, Barking and Dagenham can be considered
relatively cheap.
Rail links
Located in zone 4, it’s easily accessible to central London – only 30 minutes on the tube.
There are underground links and national rail (fast trains to get you across London which
is great).
Vibe, type of people that live there
Many families live here so expect a typical suburban feel. You’ll find a very relaxed vibe,
multicultural and interesting!
Bars and restaurants, any sightseeing
Enjoy a real variety of restaurants - you won’t go hungry. The borough is also located
close to Essex if you want easy access to some rural retreats and countryside.
Why choose Barking & Dagenham?
Excellent schools which you’ll love, a high frequency of work and great rail links into
London. Located in the middle of the biggest regeneration project in Europe, this vibrant
borough is due to undergo major improvements over the next two decades. This will see
the delivery of up to 25,000 new homes and 15,000 new jobs, making it an exciting new
centre for business and opportunity in London.
BARNET (North)
Type of schools to expect to work in
A real range from state schools to independent,
Jewish, Catholic, SEN and everything in between!
Frequency of work
There are plenty of secondary schools needing teachers as well as primary schools
needing nursery nurses and long term primary teachers. There is not so much daily
supply in Barnet but if you live in Barnet, it’s easy to commute to other areas within 30
minutes for daily supply teaching work.
Cost of accommodation
Cost of living is very reasonable compared with other areas in London – average £550£600pcm for a room in a shared house. Expect to find lower rental and property prices in
Edgware, Western Barnet, and Hendon which is south east of Finchley.
Rail links
Excellent transport links. The Northern line is really reliable and easy to get around
London on. Hendon and Mill Hill Broadway are on the train line to Luton airport. The
Thameslink runs from north to south London and continues to Brighton.
Vibe, type of people that live there
You will find many families, and people who don’t want to live in the centre of London
but prefer quieter, leafy areas, whilst retaining an easy commute into London.
Why choose Barnet?
Benefit from reasonable costs of living and plenty of long term roles in the area and
within the boroughs surrounding Barnet. Plenty of parks and open spaces in Barnet,
good links to Luton, easy access to the rest of London, more spacious than other areas
of London and plenty of bars and restaurants to choose from. Excellent performing
schools, a low crime rate and large open spaces have attracted the middle classes in
droves.
BRENT (North West)
Type of schools to expect to work in
Brent has approximately 60 primary schools and
stretches from the inner city of London to
suburban London so in the 16 square miles of the
borough it has every type of school going.
Frequency of work
A really high frequency of work, we supply the majority of primary and secondary
schools and is our highest using borough.
Cost of accommodation
Very cheap rental accommodation compared with the rest of London.
Rail links
Very good rail links. The borough has four underground lines; National Rail (out of
Marylebone to Wembley Stadium), London overground, Bakerloo, Jubilee, Metropolitan
and Piccadilly lines. There are also good links to most of the borough from the Northern
and Central line via bus.
Vibe, type of people that live there
North of the borough is very suburban, quiet, leafy green, with mainly families living
there. In the south of the borough expect a real mix; the upmarket area of Queens Park
has celebrities, multimillion pound properties and boutique cafes, along with large
council estates in Harlesden and Stonebridge.
Bars and restaurants, any sightseeing
Almost half of Brent residents hail from outside of the UK, so many temples of worship,
exotic restaurants, and shops dot the busy streets. Queens Park has the biggest
selection of bars and restaurants in Brent. Most are upmarket but affordable, lots of
cafes, bakeries and gastro pubs. Wembley Market features a good selection of clothes,
jewellery, food and bric-a-brac.
Why choose Brent?
Brent is the type of mixed borough that has everything. There are some fantastically
friendly schools, lots of supply work to choose from, cheap accommodation, great places
to eat and drink, and fantastic transport links. Brent is home to the famous Wembley
Stadium, which is the second largest Stadium in Europe and is England’s National
football stadium.
GREENWICH (South East)
Type of schools to expect to work in
It’s such a vast area so there is a complete range
of schools; near Greenwich station, Blackheath,
and Eltham are all great areas (quite affluent, a lot
of well off families, big houses). Areas like
Plumstead, Woolwich, and Abbey Wood are very
multicultural.
Vibe, type of people that live there
Areas like Greenwich and Blackheath are popular with families and are affordable in
comparison to other parts of London. These areas are safe and just that far enough away
from the hustle and bustle of central London. Places close-by like Lewisham and St Johns
are recommended as they are cheaper and only 10 minutes by train to London Bridge.
Expect a lot of high rise buildings in Plumstead, Abbey Wood, and Woolwich however you
can also find affordable new builds which are great value for money.
Rail links
You have to catch the overground train to this area however if you are not a fan of the
tube, travelling by overground may be slower but it’s less cramped and you are likely to
get a seat! There is also the DLR linking south east London to east London (including
Canary Wharf and Stratford).
Why choose Greenwich?
Greenwich is a great place to visit. Don’t miss out on the Maritime Museum or Greenwich
Park with its fantastic views of the city. The beautiful boutique shops in the village of
Blackheath and Greenwich are gorgeous and not forgetting the infamous O2 for fantastic
live concerts, nightclubs, eateries, cinema and more. There are some traditional old cosy
pubs in central Greenwich overlooking the Thames, perfect for a Sunday sitting by the log
fire sipping on a pint of ale! Greenwich has a lot of offer – if you choose not to live here,
make sure you visit Greenwich at your leisure one weekend.
HACKNEY (East)
Type of schools to expect to work in
You will find a variety of schools in Hackney
however the majority are government funded.
Some schools are quite tough behaviourally and
students come from quite disadvantaged
backgrounds.
Frequency of work
There is a high volume of work in east London and Hackney can be a preferable base to
settle in.
Cost of accommodation
Reasonable prices in various areas. Some more expensive in the more ‘trendy’ areas but
relatively affordable for most.
Rail links
The rail links are enviable in Hackney. You can access the Central line, Northern line and
Metropolitan line, taking you pretty much anywhere you like! There are also good rail links
from Liverpool Street and Stratford. You will also benefit from the new overground which
links east and south London.
Vibe, type of people that live there
Very up and coming area. Hackney is a ‘young borough’ with one of the lowest proportions
of older people in London. Home to people from many different backgrounds. The fashion
and music scene is urban and unique in Hackney.
Bars and restaurants, any sightseeing
It begins with the Shoreditch area, a hip home to cool bars and restaurants. Street markets
flourish in Hackney and offer some of the best deals in the city on a flood of goods. For
remarkable architecture and quiet coffee shops that remain on the fringes, Hackney is the
borough to beat.
Why choose Hackney?
Lots of work in east London that is very accessible from most areas. Definitely an up and
coming area that used to have a bad name but it is really on the up! One of the most
eclectic boroughs in London, Hackney has a diverse and vibrant ethnic community that
many people fall in love with.
HARINGEY (North)
Type of schools to expect to work in
Geographically, Haringey lies in the middle tier of
London between inner and outer London towards
the north, however is on the inner London pay
scale for teachers. You will find a real mix of
primary and secondary schools to choose from.
Cost of accommodation
Haringey offers a wide range of affordable housing and flat shares where you can rent a
room for less than £400 per calendar month, which is ideal for someone newly arriving
to the UK.
Rail links
Haringey lies mostly within zone 3 which offers very cheap travel into London with
extremely strong transport links with the Piccadilly, Victoria, overground and National
Rail services which makes sightseeing and traveling to other parts of the UK cheap and
convenient.
Vibe, type of people that live there
Haringey is ethnically diverse with an estimated 193 languages spoken there and over
35 per cent of people coming from ethnic minority backgrounds. Researchers believe
that south Tottenham in Haringey is one of the most ethnically diverse areas in Western
Europe. There are some western areas of Haringey such as Crouch End, Muswell Hill and
Highgate being among the wealthiest in the country. Haringey is also an area of very
mixed landscapes; there is beautiful, wooded high ground around Highgate and Muswell
Hill, open low lying land alongside the River Lea in the east, and densely populated
urban areas in the east.
Bars and restaurants, any sightseeing
The social side to Haringey offers a wide range of opportunities. With hundreds of
affordable gyms and even more clubs to join, meeting new people in Haringey is easily
accessible! There are over five leisure centres in the borough alone. A colleague of ours
who migrated from Australia and now lives in Haringey said “Haringey has such a strong
community feel to it, I love it there and I will live there for the rest of my life”. There are
also many bars, pubs and clubs to visit for the night life aspect, where drinks are
reasonably priced and you can always find a place with the right scene for your
personality!
Why choose Haringey?
From the high vantage points at leafy Muswell Hill in the west, you can enjoy spectacular
views over London or take a stroll along the desirable streets and shops of the area.
Highgate is also lovely and well worth a visit; head towards Waterlow Park from where
you can go on to Highgate Cemetery which is a fascinating place to spend a couple of
hours. The famous Victorian cemetery, originally opened in 1839 has many famous
occupants including sculptor and painter Henry Moore and political theorist and father to
David and Ed, Ralph Miliband. Perhaps most notably however is Karl Marx, who
somewhat ironically has a large grave in the East Cemetery steeped in grandeur.
ISLINGTON (North)
Type of schools to expect to work in
Islington has a great variety of schools including
independent, comprehensive and state schools.
Many schools are situated in lovely leafy suburbs
with small playing fields.
Frequency of work
Reasonably high – a fantastic central area where a lot of teachers can easily commute
to.
Higher concentration of primary schools in this region.
Cost of accommodation
A popular area that ticks all the boxes for many, understandably it is expensive to rent a
property here. Trendy Islington is in zone 2 and only a 10-15 minute bus ride from
Central London.
Rail links
Rail links are excellent! Highbury & Islington station has both underground, overground
and First Capital Connect services (provides easy links within & outside London).
Vibe, type of people that live there
Islington is a highly attractive area for wealthy young professionals and middle-class
families but is also very cultural and youthful, with an affluent demographic.
Bars and restaurants, any sightseeing
Restaurants and cafes include a high variety of ethnic foods – Turkish, Peruvian, Asian
etc. This vibrant borough boasts a thriving fringe theatre scene, a wealth of fantastic
restaurants and vibrant nightlife. Islington is the best place to buy antiques in London.
Spend an afternoon browsing the specialist shops and boutiques in the renowned
Camden Passage Antiques Gallery. Hang out in Upper Street, a popular street lined with
bars, eateries and music venues.
Why choose Islington?
Islington has it all – excellent transport links, stunning properties, access to great shops
and some of the best bars in London. The price tag of living here is costly for these
reasons but if you love the prospect of Islington, we recommend areas just north of
central Islington such as Finsbury Park and Arsenal which are much more affordable and
only five minutes away!
LEWISHAM (South East)
Type of schools to expect to work in
The borough of Lewisham consists of a variety of
schools, the majority of which are government
funded. Some secondary schools in the area are
tough behaviourally as many students come from
disadvantaged backgrounds.
Frequency of work
There may not be a large volume of supply work in Lewisham, however it is easy to
commute to east London and to schools within Southwark where there is more supply
work available.
Cost of accommodation
Most accommodation is reasonably cheap and good value for money.
Rail links
Mainly train links with South Eastern trains. You will also benefit from the new overground
linking south and east London.
Vibe, type of people that live there
Lewisham is a diverse borough, with a large black African / Caribbean population and 65
per cent of school pupils are from a minority ethnic background. The main town centres
are Lewisham, Catford, New Cross and Deptford. To the north, Lewisham is densely
populated. There are number of creative and artistic professionals in the area including
poets, painters and musicians, creating a real eclectic mix of interesting people.
Bars and restaurants, any sightseeing
Lewisham is very close and easily accessible to Greenwich where there are lots things to
see; check out the restored Cutty Sark, The National Maritime Museum, and Meridian Line.
The Horniman Museum, located in Forest Hill, contains a Living Waters aquarium, 16-acre
garden and a new eco-building, the Centre for Understanding the Environment.
Why choose Lewisham?
There are many creative businesses such as photographers, artists, architects and graphic
designers that reside in Lewisham. The south has more parks and open spaces with larger
local shopping areas and town centres. Property is affordable with good rail links. Jude
Law (actor) and Kate Bush (musician) used to reside in the area.
MERTON (South)
Type of schools to expect to work in
Choose from a real variety of schools including
public and independent schools and an equal mix
of primary and secondary.
Frequency of work
There are many schools within this borough however supply is very limited so you are
more likely to find a long term role in Merton or travel west.
Cost of accommodation
Some areas are more expensive than others – Wimbledon is quite expensive and highly
popular amongst antipodeans settling here. Wimbledon has a desirable high street with
fantastic shops and restaurants and carries a higher price tag.
Rail links
Travel links are good and include the Northern and District line, Rail links from Wimbledon
and Tram links from Wimbledon to Beckenham, Kent.
Vibe, type of people that live there
Almost a quarter of people in Merton are from black and ethnic minority (BME) groups,
mostly from Indian, Tamil, African and Caribbean backgrounds. More than a quarter of the
population is aged 50 and the population of people aged 85 years is predicted to increase
significantly.
Bars and restaurants, any sightseeing
There are some charming pubs and restaurants around these areas. The borough is home
to the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club which was founded in 1868. Every year
the World famous Wimbledon Open Tennis Championships are held over a fortnight with
nearly half a million spectators attending the games.
Why choose Merton?
Merton is a nice area to live, however it is more of a family settlement. While there are
some nice places to go out, it is not particularly a trendy/young people’s area! There are
67 parks and open spaces and 11 nature reserves – it is a very green and leafy area in
some parts.
SOUTHWARK (South)
Type of schools to expect to work in
To be precise, there are 53 primary schools and 11
secondary schools! You will find large multicultural
schools and lots of new ‘free schools’. Southwark
boasts very supportive schools with an excellent
community spirit. More than 100 languages are
spoken in Southwark’s schools and 43 per cent of
pupils speak English as an additional language so
it is very culturally diverse.
Frequency of work
There is a high proportion of daily supply, and plenty of long term positions.
Cost of accommodation
Average price of a double room to rent is £400-£500 per month.
Rail links
Southwark is close to London Bridge which is very accessible from anywhere. You could
live in Southwark and teach in a wide range of areas including north London.
Vibe, type of people that live there
It is a large, diverse, up and coming area. If you’re looking for something urban and
vibrant then Southwark is an excellent choice. Southwark has beautiful, affluent areas on
the outskirts.
Bars and restaurants, any sightseeing
Very close to the city with perfect access to all the bars and clubs. Enjoy the beautiful
views of the Shard and City of London. Southwark is very accessible to almost
everywhere from London Bridge. Southbank is close by and has lots of trendy bars and
restaurants and a great underground music scene.
Why choose Southwark?
Southwark is the tenth smallest London borough by area so it has a real community
spirit. Southwark is home to the Shard, the UK’s tallest building. Enjoy the nightlife
along the Southbank which comes to life at Christmas and the summer with a number of
seasonal festivals and a great arts scene. Charles Dickens, Charlie Chaplin and William
Shakespeare all lived in Southwark.
SUTTON (South)
Type of schools to expect to work in
Sutton is an exceptionally high performing
borough for education. The borough came top of
the England GCSE league tables in 2011 – the
national average for 2011 was 58.2 per cent. The
average for Sutton, at 74.7 per cent, was more
than 15 per cent above this national average.
Frequency of work
Although there is not much daily supply work there are plenty of attractive long term
roles to choose from.
Cost of accommodation
Average price of a double room to rent is £500 per month. Average price to rent a one
bedroom flat is £700-£800 per month (excluding bills).
Rail links
Although there are no London underground stations in the borough and no links to the
London overground network, there are several busy local rail routes running between the
borough's towns, connecting it with the central London stations of London Bridge, St.
Pancras International and London Victoria.
You can get into central London in under 30 minutes.
Vibe, type of people that live there
It is a large and diverse borough, but is generally classified as part of the suburban
commuter belt of London and as such is perhaps less multicultural than other boroughs,
particularly the more central ones; only 15 per cent of the population comes from ethnic
minority backgrounds which is low within the London boroughs.
Bars and restaurants, any sightseeing
Sutton offers plenty of tranquil areas, despite being a London suburb. It boasts some
1500 acres of parkland for you to relax in. You can also take a relaxing walk along the
banks of the River Wandle. For more active pursuits, there are several leisure centres in
the area offering a full range of sports and fitness related activities. There are some
notable buildings in Sutton and the surrounding area, such as the Honeywood Heritage
Centre, Little Holland House, Carew Manor, Nonsuch Museum and 'Whitehall' at Cheam.
Theatre buffs can choose from two Sutton's main theatres, the Secombe Theatre and the
Charles Cryer Studio Theatre.
Why choose Sutton?
Sutton used to be a collection of rural villages, something which is still in evidence today
as people still refer to many places such as Cheam, Carshalton and Belmont as being
villages. The rich history and environment of the borough is reflected in the large
number of heritage areas designated as conservation areas and areas of special local
character.
WALTHAM FOREST (East)
Type of schools to expect to work in
Waltham Forest is a borough bursting with culture
and vibrant nationalities from all walks of life. You
can expect a real mix of schools here, and the
work on offer is extremely frequent, in truth we
never have enough people to fulfil the demand for
teachers needed here!
Schools within this borough are constantly expanding with more and more people from
overseas and within the UK moving to north east London, resulting in more teachers
being needed. Smart Teachers mainly work with schools within the state sector here, as
well as newly formed academies. Schools in north east London have a realistic down to
earth feel, and provide a microcosm of London within the classroom.
Cost of accommodation?
There are a few areas within the borough that Smart recommend our teachers to set up
camp:
Leyton / Leytonstone
These areas are on the central line which is one of the fastest most reliable underground
lines in London. There are also a lot of buses that get you around the borough that are
accessible from these areas. There are also two other train stations at Leytonstone High
road and Leyton Midland road that can you get you into other nearby areas such as
Islington, Tower Hamlets, Camden, and Newham within minutes. If you take the train
one stop you will then be in Stratford, home to the Olympic village and Westfield
shopping centre which is the largest shopping centre in Europe. Leytonstone was the
birthplace of Alfred Hitchock, in fact the name derives from the ‘Leton-Atte-Stone’, the
name of a milestone situated on the main thoroughfare from Epping Forest to the centre
of London. Formerly part of the county of Essex, it only became a district of London in
1965. Today, Leytonstone sits on the fence between urban district and suburb. House
prices are relatively cheap, which has encouraged a recent influx of eastern Europeans,
antipodeans and students. You should be able to find a room within a houseshare here at
a monthly cost of £360-£550 per month (bills included).
Woodford/South Woodford /Wanstead/Snaresbrook
Leafy Woodford Green borders Essex and Epping Forest, therefore residents benefit from
having the ancient woodland on their doorstep. This village-like suburb has plenty of
attractive pubs and eateries, however unlike its flashier neighbours Chigwell and
Buckhurst Hill celebrities have not chosen to move here in droves and Woodford remains
modest and low key. It’s quiet and popular with families and older couples who want to
escape the big smoke, but they can still travel easily to the city via the Central Line or
the rail. House prices are also a fair bit cheaper than many of the surrounding areas, and
you are very close to where the supply teaching action is. You should be able to find a
room within a house-share here at a monthly cost of approximately £500 per month
(bills included).
Vibe, type of people that live there
Waltham Forest is a largely residential borough with a very mixed population in the outer
part of east London. It was designated as one of the five host boroughs of the 2012
Olympic Games and therefore benefitted from significant inward investment in its
sporting facilities and transport infrastructure. Former home of William Morris, David
Beckham and boy-band E17, and current home to Britain's largest street market
stretching for over a mile, Waltham Forest is a largely residential borough with a very
mixed population in the outer part of east London. It was designated as one of the five
host boroughs of the 2012 Olympic Games and as a result has benefitted from significant
inward investment in its sporting facilities and transport infrastructure.
Bars and restaurants, any sightseeing
For the best bars and restaurants, I would recommend making your way into the nearby
borough of Islington where you will find the infamous Upper Street. This is a well-kept,
thriving street with excellent bars and restaurants hosting cuisine you simply would not
expect from your average street.
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Arrive Homes
Find accommodation in London. Arrive Homes was created by teachers for teachers.
Aussies in London
A Facebook community page for Aussies feeling homesick.
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Compare the Market
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TES
The Times Educational Supplement; great for forums, advice, news, and resources.
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Ticketmaster
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SMART ACCOMMODATION DIRECTORY
Looking to book a place to stay? We recommend securing short term accommodation for your first couple of weeks in London, at least while you’re
finding your feet in this fabulous new city. Here are a few of our tried and tested go-to options:
Mid to Long Term Accommodation Options
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Arrive Homes
Flat shares available in a number of large properties in London.
Prices range from £480 to £725 per month including all bills
(heating, water, TV licencing and basic TV, internet, council tax).
Single rooms and double rooms available.
Zones 1-4
+44 (0)1277 810 410
Book in advance to avoid
disappointment
Accommodation
London
Studio accommodation available long term. All bills included
except for the electricity (pay as you go key meter) and the TV
licence.
Zone 2, NW2 &
W9
+44 (0) 20 8459 6203
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Singles from £155 to £165 per week
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Doubles from £90 per person per week
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Triples from £80 per person per week
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Quads from £80 per person per week.
Host Family Accommodation
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Location
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HFS London
Homestays
From £160-£240 per week
Zones 1-5
available
+44 (0) 20 3069 2048
Choose zones 4-5 for better
value for money and
availability
Temporary Accommodation
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Airbnb
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Single Room, £49/night/1week
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Single Room, £45/night/2weeks+
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Double Room. £55/night/1week
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Double Room, £50/night/2weeks+
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Studio, £55/night/1 week
An online community connecting travellers with hosts who are
looking to rent out private lodgings. You can rent out a room or
a whole property and prices vary from cheap as chips to wildly
expensive, and everything in between.
Clink Hostels
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London
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Prison Cells, £50/night
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Private Rooms, £40/night
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Mixed Dorms, £13/night
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Girls' Dorms, £13/night
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Deluxe Girls' Dorms, £15/night
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Mixed Dorms, £10.50/night
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Girls’ Dorm £10.50/night
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Private Twins, £52/night
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Private Triples & Quad, £16.50/night
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Zone 2: NW2 & W9
+44 (0) 2084596203
All London
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Central London Kings Cross St
Pancras
+44 (0) 2034753000
Central London –
Kings Cross St
Pancras
+44 (0) 2073887666
Hostelbookers
Where all searches for hostels begin. Search by location and
filter by price, rating, and availability.
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Home from Home
Luxury rooms approx £100 per night. Privately owned
apartments for rent
All London
+44 (0)20 7233 8111
Prices subject to change
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