Prime Backpackers Angel School Residential Trips is just a five-minute walk from the tube and a short stroll from King’s Cross. Offering a safe, friendly, fun and affordable base to explore the best of London for your students. With a mixture of private rooms and dorm rooms, and self-catering accommodation, Prime Backpackers Angel is perfect for school groups of up to 101 pupils.
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What does your accommodation centre offer school trips
Prime Backpackers Angel School Residential Trips London offers a community vibe and a family friendly atmosphere. We have free pancakes on Saturday and Sunday mornings which is a great quick and easy breakfast that all schools will love. We have a projector screen that schools can use for any types of presentations or meetings they might need to have.
What makes you a great group accommodation choice for a school trip or educational visit
Excellent London location — The hostel is just a short walk from Angel Underground station, giving easy access to major educational attractions such as museums, historical sites, universities, and cultural venues across London. It’s also close to King’s Cross and the City.
Budget-conscious accommodation — Dormitory-style rooms and shared facilities help keep costs manageable for schools, colleges, and youth organisations visiting London on limited budgets.
Communal spaces for group interaction — The property includes a large shared kitchen, lounge areas, TV room, board games, and common areas that are useful for evening debriefs, social time, or informal learning activities after a day of excursions. Safe and supervised environment — Features such as 24-hour security, CCTV, lockers, and controlled access can help teachers and trip organisers feel more confident managing student groups.
Facilities suited to longer educational stays — Free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, laundry facilities, and kitchen access make it practical for multi-day visits or international student groups.
Social and cultural atmosphere — The hostel regularly hosts movie nights, communal dinners, and games evenings, which can help students experience international travel culture and interact with other visitors in a supervised setting.
On site/off site activities
The area around Angel is particularly strong for:
- Canal walks and geography trails
- Urban regeneration studies
- Photography projects
- Architecture walks
- Food and culture tours
- Kayaking/canoeing on Regent’s Canal
- Outdoor sketching and creative writing
- Local history explorations around Islington and King’s Cross
Group sizes
We have 101 dormitory style beds and 5 private rooms.
Room types, sizes
5 Private Toilet/Showers
7 Communal Showers/Toilet
1 Studio Style Private Room
1 Private room with direct courtyard access
3 Private rooms with double beds
2 – 4 Bed Dorms
2 – 6 Bed Dorms
1 – 8 Bed Dorm
3 – 9 Bed Dorms
2 – 12 Bed Dorms
Photography, Filming & Audio Restrictions
Groups are completely free to take any pictures and videos!
Booking details
Khalil Jones (General Manager), management@primebackpackers.com
Pricing
Our pricing varies depending on the time of the year. All groups are guaranteed at least a 25% discounted rate. The best way to find out what the cost of the trip will be is to reach out to our General Manager. There is no pricing difference based on the age of the guests.
First Aid
We have minor first aid capabilities. Our General Manager is first aid certified.
Available facilities
Kitchen and dining areas, TV Room, toilets, communal work space, Free WIFI, 24-hour security, secure lockers, games room and social areas, Outdoor patio/smoking area
Catering options
We are a self-catering hostel. For special requests/additional charge we can accommodate meal requests. We do offer free pancakes Saturday and Sunday.
Opening times
We are open every single day of the year. Reception is typically open between 8:00 A.M. and Midnight.
Testimonials
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Location information
Angel/Islington area of central London, at 333 City Road. The location is one of its biggest advantages: it sits between the lively nightlife and creative scene of Shoreditch and the transport hub around King’s Cross/St Pancras.




