The name says it all. Astor hostels are a great value for the money. This particular one is located in the lovely neighborhood of Kensington. There's lots to do in the area including some great restaurants. Additionally the staff are knowledgeable on the area if you can't exactly find what you're looking for. The hostel also offers plenty when it comes to pub crawls and other activities. The building is set up well and offers all the amenities you would expect from a hostel to include a laundromat, kitchen, and lounge. The rooms and beds are comfy and I saw the staff cleaning every room every day with good detail. The staff were also lovely and seemed to enjoy working there and were willing to go the extra mile to help. Again, at their price they are an excellent value for the money and would recommend any traveler to stay here.