London neighbourhood guide
Hostels in Bayswater & Hyde Park
Leafy, relaxed and very well connected, Bayswater sits right on the edge of Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. It's a favourite first base for backpackers who want green space in the morning and the West End a few Tube stops away.
Where to stay here
Smart Hyde Park Inn
2 min walk to Bayswater (Circle & District) & 3 minutes to Queensway Station (Central Line)
Beds from £10.99
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Smart Hyde Park View
5 min walk to Queensway (Central Line)
Beds from £15.50
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Queensway and Bayswater stations (Central, Circle and District lines) put Oxford Street, Notting Hill and South Kensington's museums within minutes. Paddington Station, with the Heathrow Express and Elizabeth line, is a short walk away — handy on arrival day.
What's nearby
Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens for picnics and morning runs, Portobello Road Market on Saturdays, Kensington Palace, the Natural History Museum and plenty of cheap eats along Queensway. 24-hour buses stop close by.
Who it suits
First-time visitors, solo travellers and anyone watching their budget. Choose Smart Hyde Park Inn for the lowest prices, or Smart Hyde Park View for an en-suite room, an on-site bar and a sunset terrace.