East London on a Shoestring
Youth/Budget Accommodation
UEL Docklands Campus Accommodation***
4-6 University Way, Docklands, E16 2RD
Tel: +44 (0)20 8223 2669
Fax: +44 (0)20 8223 2989
Email: conferences@uel.ac.uk
Website: www.uel.ac.uk/conferences
The University of East London Docklands campus is located facing the Royal Docks and overlooking London City Airport. The modern and futuristic campus was opened in 1999 by Ken Livingstone and is now an integral part of the Docklands skyline. On site the campus boasts over 350 single room all en suite, for either self-catering or bed and breakfast stays. In addition the campus houses on site catering and ample car and coach parking. The DLR Station is situated within the University grounds making access ever so easy. Special rates offered to both groups and individuals.
YHA Rotherhithe **
Island Yard, 20 Salter Road, Rotherhithe, SE16 5PR
Tel: 0870 770 6010 (Inside UK) or +44 207 232 2114
Fax: 0870 770 6011 (Inside UK) or +44 207 237 2919
Email: rotherhitheGB@yha.org.uk
Website: www.yhalondon.org.uk/rotherhithe.htm
Website (Association Site): www.yha.org.uk
Within easy reach of the Tower of London, east London, the Pool of London and many other London and Greenwich attractions, this modern Hostel, located on the banks of the river Thames, offers a high standard of facilities and comfort; all bedrooms have en suite shower and toilet provision.
St Christopher's Hostels
There are four fantastic St Christopher’s Hostels throughout east London, including three in the Pool of London, as well as a hostel in Greenwich. Each providing you with an ideal location to fully explore all there is to see and do in this wonderful part of London. For more information, visit www.st-christophers.co.uk.
Queen Mary, University of London
Mile End Road, E1
Tel: 020 7987 5387
Fax: 020 8983 0146
Email: holiday@qmul.ac.uk
Website: www.admin.qmul.ac.uk/ccrs/residences/
Looking for budget accommodation in London close to the Capital's major tourist attractions? Look no further than Queen Mary, University of London.
Located on the Mile End campus, Queen Mary's Student Village is the ideal base for tourists wanting to explore London's many sites and attractions on a budget. We offer a choice of self-catered rooms and apartments and single ensuite B&B rooms. The modern flats are self-contained sleeping up to 6 people a kitchen and bathroom. The rooms are available from 1st May - 17th September. Prices start from £130 per week.
Urban Learning foundation
56 East India Dock Road, E14 6JE
Tel: 020 7987 0033
Nine self-catering flats with 47 single bedrooms. Each flat has 4 to 7 bedrooms, and bathroom facilities. Accommodation is available for long and short stays.
London Regatta Centre
Dockside Road, E16
Tel: (+44) 020 7511 2211
Fax:
(+44) 0207 474 3333
Website: www.london-regatta-centre.org.uk
Overlooking Royal Albert Docks, with views of Canary Wharf, London City Airport and the Royal Docks. Single/double rooms are available or a shared dormitory. It is near the DLR station, and has a restaurant on the first floor and water sports facilities. Rooms are from £15.
LSE Butlers Wharf Halls of Residence
11 Gainsford Street, SE1
Tel: 020 7407 7164
Fax: 020 7403 0847
Website: www.lse.ac.uk/vacations
Bankside House provides easy access to east London, although there are also other halls of residence throughout central London. They all offer comfortable rooms available from over the summer and in some cases Easter and Christmas as well. Facilities include a TV lounge, car park, bar and launderette. There are also disabled rooms. Rooms from £28.
To see more accommodation options, please visit our 'Where to Stay' page .
