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3,071 reviews

Smart Camden Inn

Smart Camden Inn

55-57 Bayham Street, London, NW1 0AA, United Kingdom

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Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

Smart Camden Inn

Smart Camden Inn sits in London, United Kingdom. The address is 55-57 Bayham Street, about 2mi from the city center. Price starts from $31.

Reviews: 3071. Amenities include free Wifi, air conditioning, a tour desk, terrace, 24-hour front desk, non-smoking rooms, and a garden.

Relax in the garden or on the terrace after a day of sightseeing in London.

After a day of sightseeing in London, unwind in the garden or on the terrace. Free WiFi keeps connections quick, air conditioning keeps things comfy, and a tour desk helps plan the next outing. A 24-hour front desk and non-smoking rooms keep things easy, with the garden and terrace providing a relaxing backdrop for that well-deserved breather.

A versatile lineup of room options suits solo travelers, families, and groups alike. Private doubles and twins include a Twin Room with a bunk bed and a Budget Twin Room, plus standard Double and Quadruple options such as the Quadruple Room with a bunk bed. For larger gatherings, dormitory-style stays range from 6-bed and 9-bed to 12-bed layouts, up to a large dormitory that can accommodate up to 14 adults.

Located at 55-57 Bayham Street, about 2mi from the city center, this London base offers easy access to central sights. Payment options include cash and major cards—Visa, Mastercard, and Solo accepted. With 3,071 reviews, travelers have plenty of perspectives on the value and vibe of this budget-friendly option.

Closest airports

London City Airport

8.7mi

London Heathrow Airport

14.4mi

Luton Airport

25.3mi

London Gatwick Airport

26.4mi

London Stansted Airport

28.9mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

Rooms

6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in Smart Camden Inn

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Dormitory, 6 Bed

6 Bunk Beds

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Air conditioning

Shower

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The dormitory room offers air conditioning and a dining area, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The dormitory room provides heating. The unit has 6 beds.

Budget Twin Room in Smart Camden Inn

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Budget, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

45 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

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The twin room includes a private bathroom fitted with a shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom in Smart Camden Inn

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Dormitory, 6 Bed, Private Bathroom

1 Bunk Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Air conditioning

Shower

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Linens are provided and security lockers are available in all rooms.

Bed in 9 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in Smart Camden Inn

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Dormitory, 9 Bed

1 Bunk Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Air conditioning

Shower

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This bed in dormitory features a dining area and air conditioning.

Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room in Smart Camden Inn

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Dormitory, 4 Bed

1 Bunk Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

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This bed in dormitory has a dining area.

Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room   in Smart Camden Inn

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Dormitory, Bunk, Female Only

1 Bunk Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Air conditioning

Shower

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This bed in dormitory has a dining area and air conditioning.

Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room in Smart Camden Inn

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Dormitory, Bunk

1 Bunk Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

Air conditioning

Shower

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This bed in dormitory features air conditioning and dining area.

Double Room in Smart Camden Inn

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Double Room

1 Queen Size Bed

130 sqft

Private Bathroom

Shower

x4

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Basic

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Room - 1 Double

130 sqft

Free wifi

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The double room provides a dining area and heating, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Dormitory, 12 Bed

110 sqft

Free wifi

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Bed in 12 Bed Mixed Dormitory

Room - 2 Twin

2 Twin Beds

x4

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x3

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Two Beds

Dormitory, 9 Bed, Private Bathroom, Female Only

Private Bathroom

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Guest reviews

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3,071 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Stefan

10

December 2024

There are 2 different subway lines very close to the property, and I think around 7-8 different bus lines on every side of the block. It is also a 20 min walk to kings cross, it is just really well located and connected. The staff are soft spoken, kind and friendly. The beds pods you sleep in give you a lot of protection against the light, and gives you more than adequate privacy. The bedding they provide smells fresh and clean, the towels they provide that you pay extra for also smell really nice.

The first night I slept like a baby, the second night I didn't sleep a wink because one of the guests snored, now this is really not their fault, and it is the luck of the draw. The earplugs don't block out someone's snoring. The basin in the bathroom make it very difficult to waterfloss your teeth without spilling, because the soap dispenser is right above the tap, but the basin is tiny. Other than this, really nothing bad to say.

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Natalie

9.1

April 2024

We really enjoyed our stay. Staff were friendly and helpful. We felt safe. I booked a 4 day stay with my 9 year old and we had our own room with an ensuite. It was small but well designed so had what we needed (hooks for towels and coats, usb ports and sockets, 2 bedside tables, 2 reading lights, heater, AC unit, shower, sink, toilet, toilet paper, shower wash, borrow a hairdryer, storage for hanging and storing clothes and shoes, bin). It was exceptionally clean throughout. Buses could be boarded opposite the hostel and around the corner. Underground links were 5 minutes down the road. Aldi was up the road so we cooked dinner in the stylish and modern kitchen a couple evenings to keep it budget. You get a free breakfast if you post a photo to Instagram in the morning. Breakfast consisted of cereal, pancakes, toast with choc spread / jams / honey / boiled eggs / ham / cheese, tea, coffee, hot choc. You can store your own food in the fridge and there's luggage storage for when you checkout and still want to explore. We didn't use the communal lounge but it looked comfy and had netflix. WiFi was very good. We would stay again and managed to travel everywhere we needed to.

The steps to the hostel are very steep. It's tricky with a suitcase and wouldn't be suitable for travelling parents with a pushchair unless u fancy folding and lifting. Same goes for the Mornington Crescent underground nearest station (66 steps up and down). Obviously this only applies if you're travelling with kiddies. Most people who stayed here when we did were internationals travelling solo or in groups.

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Yanam97

10

November 2024

Great value for the money. Small but clean room, large shared area, kitchen has everything one needs, lockers available at each room (bring your lock), location is great. WiFi is very good. I stayed in a female only room, it was really pleasant. Thank you for this option!

USB outlets can be changed to USB-C

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Ottoman

8.2

June 2024

I liked that the hostel was in a good location and that the lounge and kitchen where nice.

I did not like that the air conditioning was not turned on and that we had to have the window open 24/7. Because the window was open, the noise from cars, buses, and emergency vehicles bothered me when I was trying to sleep. The quality of sleep at the hostel was not good because of the street noise.

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Anish

8.2

June 2024

Check out this awesome hostel in Campden! It's well-placed, clean, and equipped with all the basic facilities you need. I especially love the communal area and the pod concept beds that offer privacy. It's definitely worth a visit!

Don't forget this: Warm at night even with the air conditioning on.

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Lynn

8.2

October 2024

We stayed in a private double with bathroom on the ground floor, windows could open for ventilation which was nice, room was lovely and clean as was the bathroom. The fleece blanket was useful as duvet was too small for two people so we both still had covers with that. Close to the station and easy to find. Earplugs supplied free if needed. Also close to the canal and markets and plenty of places to eat round about.

The rooms are small, so small the bathroom door doesn't even open properly to get in and out. The mattress was solid, like you wake up sore solid and the double duvet isn't big enough for two as it is the same size as the mattress. Steps to get into the building initially are so tall, almost to my knees, comedy exit and entering for sure, but be prepared for that if staying.

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Viveca

9.1

May 2025

This was my 4th time staying in this hostel, and I've been to London five times. The rooms are cleaned everyday, and it's a plus that there's private toilet and shower in rooms too. I've always chosen the womens room, but for my last night I had to get a mixed room, and it wasn't bad at all! I liked how the bunkbeds are like little pods in those rooms. This hostel is in a very good place location wise, it's clean and I have never felt unsafe here. You will get your moneys worth here for sure! The staff has been the same since the first time I stayed here, and they have always been very kind and polite. Props to them! One of the reasons I keep on coming back :)

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Michael

8.2

October 2024

For the price is a good place to stay. Very good location you have a lot near, specially underground station 5 min walk (Mornington Crescent). The breakfast is not bad if you pay for it you can get the right calories to start your day because if you are a tourist expect to walk a lot.

Towels are for rent, I mean it's ok you pay 2.5 GBP for it but it should include the change but no, you have to pay another 2.5 GBP for another towel so if you are used to take 2 showers (like I do in Mexico, I shower before work and before I go to sleep) it's better to bring your own towel if you have space in your luggage

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Grace

8.2

July 2024

Great facilities, hanging out space, kitchen & outdoor area. People were friendly & it had a nice vibe. Everyone was really quiet and respectful in our room and the location was actually quiet enough to get a really decent sleep.

Each room has one ensuite bathroom & there are no other communal bathroom. The shared dorm room we stayed in had a tiny bathroom and was always wet because the shower was right next to the toilet. School groups in a hostel is always strange. The kids were very noisy & it was a bit annoying dealing with their pranks (eg. spraying the toilet seats with spray to make it cold). Location is a bit far from many attractions but conveniently close to stations. I like that luggage storage upon checking in early was included but didn’t like having to pay after check out.

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Micha

8.2

August 2024

Location in Camden is excellent. Room is tiny which explains the price - very much affordable (London in summer). Bed is good which is what I need. If I wasn;t travelling alone, then we wouldn't be comfortable.

There's not enough room for the toilet paper hanger where it was originally, so they re-located it a little bit high above the reach of my hand when seating (true). Otherwise it would get wet when taking a shower that doesn;t have a curtain. It's that tiny. I really don't complain as I understand thtat for this price in London, for August this is what you can get. There's no place to open luggage and arrange it - if we were 2, we would struggle.

Points of Interest Around Smart Camden Inn

Attractions

Primrose Hill

0.9mi

Lord's Cricket Ground

1.6mi

Sir John Soane's Museum

1.7mi

Ambassadors Theatre

1.7mi

Queen's Theatre

1.8mi

Lyric Theatre London

1.8mi

Duchess Theatre

1.9mi

Novello Theatre

1.9mi

Lyceum Theatre

1.9mi

Her Majesty's Theatre

2mi

Bomber Command Memorial

2.3mi

Gabriel's Wharf

2.4mi

Lambeth Palace

3mi

Ascot

24.8mi

Rochester

29.4mi

Amenities of Smart Camden Inn

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Garden

Stay rules - Smart Camden Inn

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property