The Steam Engine, Bestplace Inn

The Steam Engine's relaxed vibe and small size make it a great spot to get away from the busy London crowds! Located in Central London (Zone 1) our hostel rooms are clean and tidy with a 24 Hour Bar and great facilities for weary travellers, including free bed linen, free WiFi and free breakfast in the morning!

Those who enjoy a drink will love the friendly atmosphere of our traditional London pub, where locals and visitors regularly mix, it's a Best of British Backpackers experience!

The Steam Engine Pub is a friendly local legend, offering a great range of local and international beers and ales. The regular live music and karaoke has the bar buzzing every weekend and the friendly crowd welcomes everyone!

Afternoons are best enjoyed with a frosty pint in the Steam Engine beer garden and BBQ area, playing pool or catching a game on Sky Sports.

Our Location near the vibrant pubs, buskers and bars of Southbank on the Thames also puts visitors within walking distance of the London Eye, Westminster and the Houses of Parliament. We are in Central London Zone 1, which is ideal for budget travellers, with excellent public transport links from Lambeth North underground station (Bakerloo Line) and Waterloo Station.

Our hostels are clean and comfortable; and there is someone on hand to help you 24/7 we have all the facilities you could need. We even provide FREE breakfast every morning from 7am to 9am.

The Steam Engine offers:
Free Inroom Lockers
Free Breakfast
Free Drink Discount Vouchers on Check In
Free WiFi
Free Luggage Storage
Free London Walking Tour
Discounts on London Bicycle Tours

Check-in time begins at 2pm. If you arrive early we can securely store your luggage for FREE.

Please note that we do NOT accept bookings for guests under the age of 18 years. Valid photo ID is required at check-in,NO ID NO STAY, NO EXCEPTIONS

Directions

Nearest Tube:
Lambeth North (Bakerloo Line)
when you exit Lambeth North station you will see a large Church, cross the road and walk past it so it is on your left, you are now on Kennington Rd. Walk about 200 metres and you will see Cosser Street on your right, just behind Days Hotel. We are 20 metres down this road on the left. The hostel is within The Steam Engine Pub.

Nearest Train Station: Waterloo
Take the Bakerloo line 1 stop to Lambeth North Station.

Coming from the Airports?
Heathrow Airport
Take Piccadilly Line to Piccadilly Circus and transfer to the Bakerloo Line to Lambeth North. The entire journey will take approximately an hour.
Gatwick Airport

Take Thameslink Rail towards Bedford to London Bridge. Then take the Northern Line to Elephant and Castle. Transfer onto the Bakerloo Line to Lambeth North. The entire journey will take approximately 50 mins.
Stanstead Airport

Take the Stanstead Express train or bus to Liverpool Street Station. Take the Central Underground line to Bank and change to the Northern line. Head south to Elephant & Castle. Change to the Bakerloo line and get off at Lambeth North. The entire journey will take approximately 90 mins.

Facilities

Breakfast Included, Linen Included, Bar, Towels, Security Lockers, Luggage Storage, 24 hour reception, BBQ Area, 24 Hour Check In, Air Conditioning