An Olympic adventure to remember

Are you one of the lucky few who will be experiencing the excitement, soaking up the atmosphere and exploring the Olympic Park from within? If so, don’t let pricey accommodation get in the way of this once in a lifetime opportunity.

With all the sporting greats visiting our capital city Hostelworld.com want to help you get the most out of this experience by providing a guaranteed place to stay at great value rates.

Details of the events that lucky ticket holders will be going to were revealed on the 24th June and prices of accommodation in the capital are already rising.  Hostels are a great way to ensure the greatest show in the world won’t cost you the earth and you’ll be left with more money to extend your adventure even further to take in the sights and sounds that London has to offer.

Hostelworld.com has handpicked a selection of popular hostels with rooms available to book now, in the host city of the Games, so no matter what tickets you have, you can find great accommodation to get you from the start line to a winning finish.

Generator Hostel, London
Winner of the ‘Best Budget Accommodation’ award in 2009 and 2010 by the London Tourist Board this hostel has everything that is needed for an event to remember.  With its own bar, Generator Hostel provides entertainment for their guests every night; from karaoke and quizzes to pool competitions and themed parties, you can always find an arena to celebrate the victories of the Olympic Games.
Prices from £40 per person per night

Clink78, London
Clink78 combines 200 years of history with a quirky and colourful interior in London’s King's Cross. Set in a former courthouse, this hostel is truly unique. Offering a wide range of clean and modern facilities from a kitchen and laundry room to a TV lounge and games area,  you won’t need to worry about anything and can just focus on the important matter at hand – the sport.
Prices from £38 per person per night

Clink261, London
Situated just moments from King’s Cross station, staying at Clink261 puts guests close to the action. No matter what tickets you have there is easy transport available to all the Olympic venues including the new Olympic Park, Wimbledon Stadium and Hyde Park as well as a good railway network to reach events held outside of the capital.
Prices from £38 per person per night

Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage, London
Palmers Lodge Swiss Cottage is the perfect place to return and relax after a full day of sport. Built in 1881, this substantial Victorian house has been restored to its original glory in order to offer guests not just budget accommodation but also a unique experience during their stay. Runner-up in the London Tourist Board’s ‘Best Hostel’ category this boutique backpackers is a great option for those with Olympic tickets.
Prices from £41 per person per night

International Student House, London
For those that enjoy playing sport as well as watching it, this hostel is the perfect place to stay. With its own fitness suite, guests can compare their running speed to Usain Bolt or try cycling as fast as Chris Hoy. For everyone else, International Student House has a bar with large plasma screens that will be showing all the action of the London 2012 Olympic Games.
Prices from £35 per person per night

For more information and bookings, visit: hostelworld.com