Alhambra Hotel

Budget-friendly and practical, this London stay sits at 17-19 Argyle Street, about 1,4 mil from the city center—just the right distance for a stroll to the sights. With 4,181 reviews backing its track record, it’s a well-trodden pit stop for budget-minded explorers who want a reliable base in the capital.

Room options run the gamut from dormitories and economy accommodations to standard doubles, twins, triples, and quadruples. Some units feature private bathrooms, while others share facilities, and all listed accommodations are non-smoking, keeping things comfortable and simple for groups of varying sizes.