Absolutely the loveliest and cleanest hostel I have ever stayed at. From the building, the art, the vibe, the people. Incredible. I was very unsure after reading some bad (and quite frankly unfair) reviews before my stay but if you stay anywhere in Brixton make it this place. There are small lockers for valuables located inside the corridors but we had a 6 bed all female dorm and it was absolutely fine. Lovely fellow female travellers, and fresh clean bedding. Comfortable mattresses and clean towels provided. The whole place is CLEAN. All these reviews saying the hostel is dirty are not true. It's the cleanest hostel I've ever stayed in. Anyone who thinks Hootananny is dirty has clearly never set foot in an old building before. Large communal area with a balcony overlooking the bar area. The bar itself it's beautiful, really funky artwork, and lovely atmosphere. Communal kitchen with bread and cereal provided for breakfast, and tea and coffee available to make 24/7. Met some lovely people staying and chatted around the kitchen table after our night out, and in the morning. Felt safe, warm and comfortable throughout my stay. Would happily stay for a week at a time. We'll be back for sure, thanks guys!