Our pick
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
London, GB
★ 4-star8.2/106,812 reviews
5.4 km (3.3 mi) from original
English
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Lodgegrid Decision Intelligence
Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Rooms
7.5Comments on noise and lack of basic furniture in rooms.
Location
9.5Location praised for accessibility and proximity to underground.
Service
9.5Staff described as friendly and helpful.
Close alternatives
No close alternative was identified for this preference.
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
London, GB
★ 3-star8.1/102,736 reviews
London - Wembley International Hotel
London, GB
★ 3-star6.6/107,484 reviews
4.7 km (2.9 mi) from original
Our pick
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
London, GB
★ 4-star8.2/106,812 reviews
5.4 km (3.3 mi) from original
Trade-offs
What you may gain by choosing another hotel.
Key differences
Rooms
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage7.5
London - Wembley International Hotel5.8
Cleanliness
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only7.6
London - Wembley International Hotel5.3
Location
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage9.5
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only8.1
Service
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage9.5
London - Wembley International Hotel8.3
Food & Breakfast
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only8.1
London - Wembley International Hotel4.8
Amenities & Facilities
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only8.1
London - Wembley International Hotel6.8
Value
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only8.6
London - Wembley International Hotel7.3
London - Wembley International Hotel amenity advantages
Air conditioningRoom serviceBusiness centerFamily rooms
Distance from original
The compared hotels differ by 5.0 km.
London - Wembley International Hotel: 4.7 km (2.9 mi)
Smart Russell Square: 9.8 km (6.1 mi)
Detailed comparison
Guest score
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
8.1/10London - Wembley International Hotel
6.6/10Smart Russell Square
7.6/10Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
8.2/10Rooms
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
7.1The private room experience was notably bad for one reviewer, with issues reported regarding the beds and noise.
London - Wembley International Hotel
5.8Rooms described as spacious but needing updates and maintenance.
Smart Russell Square
6.7Room sizes and bed comfort received criticism, particularly in shared rooms.
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
7.5Comments on noise and lack of basic furniture in rooms.
Cleanliness
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
7.6Multiple reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness in the shared bathrooms, though some areas were noted as clean.
London - Wembley International Hotel
5.3Some reviews noted issues with cleanliness, including found items in the room.
Smart Russell Square
6.7Several reviews mention cleanliness issues particularly in shared spaces.
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
7.0Numerous comments about dirty bathrooms and poor cleanliness.
Location
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
8.1Conveniently located near a metro station, which guests appreciated.
London - Wembley International Hotel
8.3Locations near key attractions and convenient parking received positive mentions.
Smart Russell Square
8.7The location is consistently highlighted as excellent and convenient.
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
9.5Location praised for accessibility and proximity to underground.
Service
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
9.1The staff were frequently described as friendly and welcoming across reviews.
London - Wembley International Hotel
8.3Multiple reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff.
Smart Russell Square
8.7Guests frequently praised the friendly and helpful staff.
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
9.5Staff described as friendly and helpful.
Sleep & Noise
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
—London - Wembley International Hotel
—Smart Russell Square
—Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
—Food & Breakfast
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
8.1Breakfast was available for a low price, which guests enjoyed.
London - Wembley International Hotel
4.8Limited offerings mentioned in reviews; breakfast not included.
Smart Russell Square
7.2Breakfast quality was considered reasonable, not exceptional.
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
7.0Breakfast options described as poor and unappetizing.
Amenities & Facilities
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
8.1Amenities such as the kitchen were appreciated, despite some issues with the showers.
London - Wembley International Hotel
6.8Free parking and basic amenities met expectations, though some were lacking.
Smart Russell Square
7.2Amenities like WiFi were found lacking, causing inconvenience for guests.
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
7.5Amenities mentioned as standard but some issues with cleanliness.
Value
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
8.6Guests felt they received a good deal considering the price.
London - Wembley International Hotel
7.3Considered good value, particularly for short stays.
Smart Russell Square
7.7Good price for the location but some guests felt it did not meet expectations.
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
8.5Overall good value for the price considering location.
Landmarks
London Backpackers Youth Hostel 18 - 35 Years Old Only
Holocaust Memorial ArchLondon - Wembley International Hotel
Elvin GardensSmart Russell Square
F.F.E. Yeo-ThomasPalmers Lodge Swiss Cottage
Sigmund Freud Statue