Homestay Accommodation Prices
Indicative weekly rates, what affects your price, and how to get a personalised quote for your homestay in London.
Your homestay price depends on your dates, age, location preference, and meal plan. The figures below are typical starting prices to help with budgeting. Your exact quote is calculated when you apply.
All rates shown are per person, per week, for a single room with bed and breakfast (B&B), unless stated otherwise.
Indicative weekly rates
Standard Zone 3+
From £205 per week
Comfortable homestays in outer London zones. Often a little more space and good transport links.
Superior Zone 2/3
From £245 per week
Well-connected residential areas with shorter commute times and good local amenities.
Executive Zone 1/2
From £280 per week
Premium locations in inner London. Availability is limited and depends on your dates and study location.
Zone 1 homestays are extremely rare. For easy access to the centre, we usually recommend Zone 2 homes with strong transport links.
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Example cost (illustrative)
To help you plan your budget, here’s an illustrative example. Your actual quote will depend on your specific dates, location, and requirements.
12-week stay, Superior Zone 2/3, half board (adult 18+, outside peak season)
£2,940
£420
£3,360
Your quote may be higher or lower depending on your dates, length of stay, and requirements.
Understanding London zones
London’s transport network is divided into zones radiating from the centre. Zone 1 is central London; Zones 3–6 are the suburbs. Most homestays are in Zones 2–4, offering a balance of affordability and commute time. Our location guides can help you explore different areas.
Fees and what’s included in a London homestay
Booking fee
A £50 booking fee applies to each booking. Any other applicable fees or supplements will be shown clearly on your quote/invoice.
What your weekly rate typically includes
Meal plans are chosen at booking. Kitchen access depends on the meal plan (see Meal plans explained).
What can affect your price
Your final weekly rate depends on your specific requirements. Here are the main factors that influence pricing:
Under‑18s and safeguarding (16–17 only)
If you are booking for a 16–17 year old, we will ask for the information we need to arrange a suitable placement and support.
Out-of-hours emergency support details are provided at booking confirmation and via our office voicemail.
OFFICIALLY REGISTERED WITH THE BRITISH COUNCIL
London Homestays meets the standard for registration with the British Council as a provider of homestay accommodation for adults and under 18s for accredited providers in London.
Understanding your quote
Rather than showing you a calculator that may not reflect your actual costs, we provide personalised quotes based on your specific requirements. Here’s what typically affects the final price:
Summer peak pricing applies
Christmas supplement applies
Short-stay arrangement fee applies
Junior safeguarding supplement applies
Very limited availability — flexibility recommended
Special diet supplement may apply
How payment and confirmation works
After you apply, we’ll review your request and contact you with next steps. When we send you a quote, it will include the payment due date and any applicable fees/supplements.
A placement is confirmed once the host accepts the booking and payment is received by the due date on your invoice. If payment is delayed, the host may accept another booking.
Guests must not pay the host directly. All payments are made to London Homestays.
“I highly recommend London Homestays. Not only was it a seamless process, but also it is a trustworthy agency. The family I stayed with was lovely and made me feel comfortable and welcome from the first day. I would definitely repeat the experience.”
— Gab González Burgos, homestay guest from Spain — Google Review ★★★★★
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“We have been working with London Homestays since 2011. With their support, we have managed to achieve a high level of customer satisfaction. We strongly recommend London Homestays to anyone who’s looking for quality, reliability and exceptional customer service.”
Alex Fernandes, Accommodation & Visa Compliance Manager, Malvern House London
“Having worked with them since 2013, I can state that London Homestays have always taken care to match our students with suitable host families. They have a very friendly yet professional approach to their work. Our students have enjoyed staying at their homestays. Overall, students say that their host families are attentive and welcoming.”
Carl Roberton, Principal, Stafford House School of English
“We at Burlington School have worked with London Homestays since 2014, and I professionally know the team since 2009 when I worked for another company in the education and accommodation industry. Having had the opportunity to work with London Homestays since the company started operations in London, all of the enquiries have been dealt with in a dedicated and timely manner, the team members are customer-oriented and always provide an exceptional accommodation experience to our students. I have no hesitation to recommend London Homestays as excellent accommodation providers and business partners.”
Eliane Tomasi, Accommodation & Welfare Officer, Burlington School
“Cooperation with London Homestays is always great! We highly appreciate proactive approach and effort to ensure the best possible services for our groups. We always had a great clean accommodation, friendly family and smart local organisers. Students of our groups were satisfied and they enjoyed staying in London very much. We would like to recommend this agency. The whole team is very kind.”
Miroslava Foltýnová, Owner, CK Bus Tours.
“We offer internships in London to European students and looked for a reliable partner to provide accommodation to our candidates. We have been very happy with the services provided by London Homestays, as have our candidates, as they have always received quickly information on families, the possibility to book a room in a short delay and also a good quality of families. I would recommend without any doubt this agency. The team is very professional, efficient and friendly :). We hope to send new trainees soon!”
Stéphanie Frassanito, Program Manager, Work Overseas
“Our school from the Czech Republic has had great experiences with London Homestays. The host families were generally welcoming, kind, and accommodating. The service provided by the coordinator Kate O’Connor and other admin staff is second to none.”
Kate Powers, Vice Principal for English Studies, Sunny Canadian International School
It was an amazing experience, I’ve found a new home where I feel as comfortable as I do in my own home!
Laura, student from France: Homestay booking in Zone 2
“When my children went off to university and got married, my husband and I were empty nesters rattling around. We have an empty bedroom and I quite enjoy keeping it fresh for new students who come to stay with us both short and long term. Invariably, they show us a lot of respect. Coming to London to study or to work as interns is a big adventure for them and I enjoy settling them in and seeing them flourish. Some return or recommend to their friends to come and stay with us. London Homestays are a great organisation to deal with – good at communicating and highly ethical.”
Cathy, Homestay host in Colindale, London
“My first student has just left to return home and I have thoroughly enjoyed hosting her. It has been a lovely experience for me to help her with her English and learn about her Japanese culture.
I was nervous and apprehensive at first but it was so worthwhile and I look forward to continue hosting in the future. It has given me a boost knowing that I can give someone an opportunity that they may not have been able to afford without using London Homestays”
Audrey, Homestay host in Tooting, London
My homestay host Debra transformed my stay into the most amazing experience of my whole life!
Florian, student from Belgium: Homestay booking in Zone 3-
“London Homestays has been an excellent accommodation partner for our students. The team is always helpful, responsive and highly professional. They consistently match students with the right hosts based on individual requirements, ensuring a positive and comfortable homestay experience.”
Ellie Fordham, Student Services Manager, Stafford House 
My homestay host is a lovely lady, she was very helpful and genuine. London Homestays offer an excellent, fast service and quality accommodation. I would definitely recommend to my friends!
Shelaine, student from Canada: Homestay booking in Zone 2
Daphne was a really nice and welcoming host, I really enjoyed my stay with her and her family. Thank you London Homestays for connecting me with her!
Ben, researcher from USA: Superior homestay booking
My stay with my host family makes my time at UK much more fun and exciting! Life is happening!
Bao, student from China: Homestay booking in Zone 4+
“Really, we are very happy with our room at the residence. James in the residences team has helped us with all aspects of our booking and we would like to say, big thank you from the bottom of our hearts!”
Dmitriy and Maria, two students from Russia: Residence booking
“I felt completely at ease and very comfortable with my host! She was really kind…many thanks!”
Doris, student from Italy: Superior homestay in Zone 2
“Shanghai Chelsea International Consulting (SCIC) has worked with Home from Home many times and they have provided a very professional service.”
Chan Sen, Director at Shanghai Chelsea International Consulting
“I highly recommend London Homestays! We have been working with them for a while now, and their professionalism and the quality of their homestays have always been exceptional. One of the homestays we collaborated with was so impressive that we even shared it on our YouTube channel to give our students a glimpse of the warm and welcoming environment they can expect. Thank you, London Homestays, for providing such amazing services. We look forward to continuing our partnership!”
Tuba Akca, Owner at Tubik Academy
