Palmers Lodge

Nice hostel. Bed was clean and cozy with privacy curtain and individual lights. I stayed on the first floor in the 20+ bed room. Needless to say it was noisy but that is to be expected. Bar in the hostel, nice common area, and 6 public access computers that were decent. Staff was also helpful. It was about a 10 minute metro ride to the city center.

All in all I think Palmer's Lodge is a great hostel for the price. My only concern was we were put in the attic (3rd floor). They have no pictures online of these rooms that I saw and they kind of throw you off (it wasn't what I expected).

HOWEVER The Room was clean. The Staff was nice. The Ammenties were good. I would say all in all the hostel is exactly as it seems online- disregarding the fact they don't show the attic rooms. I am not sure I would stay again but I would probably recommend it.

My 15-year-old daughter and I stayed for four nights at Palmer's. Not being a fan of youth hostels, the only reason I booked a room was that we were meeting a large group from the States and so wanted to stay at the same place. On entering the hostel we were surprised to find it so beautiful. The foyer and lounge were really large and comfortable as were the eating areas. Palmer's ask guests to eat in the dining hall, bar or sunroom, rather than your sleeping room which was no problem because the areas were so nice. I'm in my late 40's and sharing rooms with college students who drink too much isn't my thing anymore. This was not the case during our stay. Everyone was very polite and conscientious in the sleeping rooms and the atmosphere was friendly. The staff were great. Had lots of suggestions for us. There were easy places to pick up food. One 24-hour deli two minutes away and a Marks and Spencer right off the Tube. We ended up eating all of our meals at the hostel because the convience foods were so good and inexpensive in comparison to restaurants. Palmer's offers assorted dinners every night but Sunday and although we didint' sample the fare, it looked great and it was cheap! They have I think 5 computers you can sign up for at 30 minute intervals, no charge. The bathrooms are tiny and you end up getting your things pretty wet getting in and out of the showers. The sinks are doll sized. I have small hands and couldn't fit them both in at the same time. Don't expect to wash your face! Bring face wipes and you'll be fine. The early bird or the night hawk gets the warm shower. By 9:00AM the hot water is pretty well tapped out. Above all the beds are small reading lights which work great for reading till you nod off or for rummaging around your bag. There are two large storage drawers under each bunk bed and you can buy a small lock or bring your own to use. I brought ear plugs which were perfect for doors opening and closing. This is not a hotel so don't expect one. It is clean, friendly, in a nice part of town and a great value for your dollar. We'll be back with the rest of our family and we'll reserve a ensuite private room.