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Apple Hostels of Philadelphia Reviews

32 Bank Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

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90%Overall Rating

From 146 ratings
  • 88%Character
  • 90%Security
  • 94%Location
  • 92%Staff
  • 87%Atmosphere
  • 88%Cleanliness

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87%

Everyghing is good. Except There are more than 30 beds In one room. And the stairs are So tiny. There is no elevator either. It feels not good when you walk to /from your room.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 15 May 2013
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Female, 25-30
  • (1 review)


97%

Loved this place, would highly recommend it to anyone coming to Philly. The location and great facilities would be enough to recommend this place but the amazing staff and the awesome events just made for a perfect trip. The dorm rooms were a bit intense at the start but its all good. The location is perfect for all the old city attractions as well as South St/Italian Market and there are so many great restaurants, shops and bars in the area. If you're going to Philly you must stay here.


83%

Nice staff, nice location, nice atmosphere :) And wondering how quiet it could be in a 16 person bedroom !

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 May 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female, 18-24
  • (1 review)


83%

Good value, efficient,friendly, v.good location.


93%

Very friendly staff and nice commom area.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 May 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Brazil
  • Male, 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


90%

awesome hostel! even though you share a room with almost 30 others I slept very well. everyone is very considerate! also the hostels activites are great, it's really comfortable to hang out in the lobby and it's a place where you easily meet people. I highly recommend that hostel!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female, 18-24
  • (5 reviews)


90%

Despite being a seriously expensive hostel, these guys are in a good location, are extremely friendly and helpful, and put on some great events to meet people (i.e. unlimited alcohol). Tim is great fun, and took us around to a few local bars one night for one of the events.


100%

Convenient location for the city centre (~15 minute walk) and all the historic sites too. Clean dormitory and bathroom areas. Staff were really friendly and very helpful with their knowledge of the local area. The steep staircase was a bit awkward with luggage, but that's down to the character of the building! Overall, I really enjoyed my stay, thank you!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female, 18-24
  • (1 review)


90%

Very helpful and kind staff. Dorms very good. You don't even notice you're sleeping with 15 other people in one room.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Mixed Group, 18-24
  • (1 review)


100%

One of the best hostels that I have experienced around the world

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Male, 25-30
  • (5 reviews)


100%

The hostel was very clean and the staff were great!!!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 16 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female, 25-30
  • (1 review)


83%

I didnt like that the price they show here on hostelworld is for HI members (Hostel International). For non-HI members, you will be charged extra $3 on top. I've stayed in dozens other hostels mostly in Latin America and some in Europe and never encountered such. Price shown on hostelworld is assumed non-member or without any sort of privilege/discount, those who are member gets discount below price shown here... felt a bit deceiving... maybe just me(?) other than that, was all good.

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi Kosuke, I'm very sorry that you were surprised by the membership fee. It is explained when you make your reservation and in our confirmation email. We are part of Hostelling International, which is a membership-based association of hostels. The membership is the same all over the world. Most guests opt to buy a yearly membership if they don't already have one. It only costs $28 and with it you get a 2-nights for the price of one coupon that you can use in either New York, Boston, Washington, Chicago and other great cities. You would actually make money by buying a membership if you stayed 2 nights in one of those cities plus not have to pay the daily membership fee. it also comes with free travel insurance. I hope that helps!

100%

Superb staff. Location was relatively close to everything I wanted to see. And it was clean and quiet.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 12 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female, 18-24
  • (4 reviews)


100%

Very nice place to stay. Staff is super helpful.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 10 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 18-24
  • (1 review)


97%

Thanks for your warm welcome!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male, 41+
  • (8 reviews)


93%

the staff made this place stand out.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Singapore
  • Male, 25-30
  • (1 review)


87%

really clean, perfectly locted, nice kitchen

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Switzerland
  • Female, 18-24
  • (1 review)


67%

I stayed in this place for two nights. The staff were nice, friendly and helpful and it had all the basic things you want in a hostel. It is also in a great location. I did find though that it had a bit of a weird vibe. The TV was always on really loudly playing really bad tv shows which meant people didn't socialise much as it was a bit of an awkward atmosphere. Also the dorm room was a too big for me (about 20 people). But i would stay here again because of the location. Philly is awesome.

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi Fleur, I'm very happy that you loved Philadelphia. Our job is to make sure that our guests get the most out of their stay in our great city and I'm glad that our staff was able to help you with that. I'm a bit surprised and disappointed that you didn't enjoy the vibe of the hostel. I wasn't working the first day of your stay, but normally the only time that we ever play TV shows is if our guests request such a thing, and even then it is usually "Its Always Sunny in Philadelphia", which we have on DVD. Except for movie nights, we always play music videos at a low volume level precisely because we want our guests to socialize. I'm sorry if that's not what you experienced.

90%

Brilliant location close to all attractions. Small yet comfy common areas however 16 bed dorm room can be a little hectic first thing in the morning....don't expect to be able to lie in! Love that the hostel controls to lights though means no unwanted lights on at 3am


100%

Super friendly staff, always willing to help. Clean, nice atmosphere, I would recommend to everybody.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 21 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Poland
  • Female, 25-30
  • (4 reviews)


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