Clink Hostel in London - Trekker’s Hostel Highlights

Click entrance Greetings and salutations, fellow travelers. Over the next few weeks I hope you will join me as I explore the UK and Ireland. During this time I will be writing thumbs up or down on the numerous London hostels and others scattered throughout these regions. Due to the high number, I was unable to stay at them all so these reviews are my initial take on the vibe, the cleanliness, how friendly the staff was and all that jazz. Feel free to comment, or if there is a hostel you want to hear more about be sure to let me know.
To start with we will wander around London for a few days, deciphering the tube maps, shouldering your way through crowds and taking in the sights.

Clink Hostel

Opened July ’07, this impressive hostel is built inside a 200-year-old courthouse. Unlike most places that would have gutted the law-related history in the building, Clink has made it their own. From the court room internet café (you want to sit in the judges chair) to the soon-to-be opened “cell” rooms with heavy duty doors and all, present capacity is 400 to 500. But May 2008 they hope to have their capacity up to 650, which makes it an ideal spot for groups. Alcohol is allowed and there is a bar being built as we speak. There is no curfew, and a basic continental breakfast. The beds all have a small locker under the bed, individual lights and a nifty little locker by your head for passports and small valuables. Some of the bigger dorms have high-tech pod-style beds, which for some, could be a little claustrophobic. The halls are painted bright colors and each floor is a different color (this helps when trying to find your room).

Located about a 5-minute walk from the Kings Cross Tube station, this area has a reputation for being a bit rough around the edges. Well, I might not wander around alone at night, but the general area isn’t too bad and Kings Cross is a hub for public transport with 5 different tube lines, access to the London trains, and even a chance to head over to France.

For prices and to book your stay check out Clink Hostel, or email them at info@clinkhostel.com.

Phone: 44-20-7183-9400
78 King’s Cross Rd
Islington, London, UK