The Dictionary Hostel Information

From its beginnings as the first youth hostel in East London, The Dictionary has been a trendsetter. Featured in the Sunday Times' Top 15 hostels worldwide and reviewed for publications as diverse as the Guardian, Visit London (and Visit Britain) and the Easyjet in flight magazine, this hostel is widely recognised as a high quality, innovative and exciting place to lay your head. With over 200 beds in 26 rooms, ranging from twin/doubles to 16-bed dormitories, international staff and guests, and a bar and coffee shop adjoining the hostel (with discounts for guests), The Dictionary provides something for everyone, without even leaving the front door. From the rooftop terrace to the basement kitchen, staff and guests alike find a fun and relaxed environment from which they can sightsee, establish themselves for life in the UK, or even just spend quality time with friends. Venturing out into the city, guests find themselves in Shoreditch, one of London's most popular suburbs, surrounded by all kinds of entertainment: from cafes and bars, to boutique shops and art galleries. The neighbourhood is home to some of London's most creative and well-known street art, whilst also being less than 30 minutes on foot from the more conventional tourist attractions of the River Thames, the Tower of London, and the Shard. Like Shoreditch, The Dictionary prides itself on being unique and diverse, offering opportunities for local artists to showcase their work, tickets to Undiscovered London's Camden Pub Crawls and East End Tours, and various events in conjunction with Translate bar. With strong working relationships throughout the community, The Dictionary provides a special experience for all those who come to stay.