Smart Russell Square Hostel

Location is good, close to shops, restaurants, transit options, etc. The common space had usb outlets, which made charging devices easy without having to lug around a power converter.

The bed was enclosed on five sides right up next to the mattress, which in practice meant I felt claustrophobic and every time I moved I ended up elbowing or kicking the sides. There are no lockers available in the rooms, and those available downstairs of course require payment and they didn't even have the large ones available when I asked. The bathroom is absolutely tiny and the light is motion detection only, which in practice meant if anyone was using it at night, the room was well-lit. When one roommate was doing this from about midnight until three in the morning it was quite annoying.

Rooms were super small for 10 people as well as the bathroom inside the room. Breakfast is basic coffee and toasts.

Rooms too small for 10 people Bathroom looked dirty and very small