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Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel Reviews

816 Haywood Road, Asheville, North Carolina, USA

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93%Overall Rating

From 9 ratings
  • 96%Character
  • 96%Security
  • 89%Location
  • 93%Staff
  • 93%Atmosphere
  • 91%Cleanliness

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93%

Stayed in cottage which was comfortable and charming. Appreciated the cot so we could spread out a little. Thanks also that the kitchen and bathroom were clean. Throughly enjoyed sleeping with the windows open to the mountain air and the quiet. Loved the neighborhood and the proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway and hiking trails. My only suggestion is to post "cash/check only" on hostelworld and your website.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 02 May 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 41+
  • (2 reviews)


100%

Great time at this hostel staff were really friendly and informative , a great time was had!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Ireland
  • Female 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


100%

This was my first experience staying at a hostel and I would certainly do it again after staying at Bon Paul and Sharky's. It was obvious Jeremy cared about all his guests without hovering or being annoying. As a single woman traveling alone, I appreciated the professionalism and the courtesy that was given me, along with the warm hospitality. A+++

  • Novice Nomad
  • 21 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)


73%

it is v,nice hostel with kitchen,wi fi,free parking,lobby,complementary breakfast,friendly environment,courtyard,v.nice staff specially geramy


93%

Maybe the beds aren't the most comfortable in the world but overall it was great. It's a cute place with the most homey atmosphere of any hostel I've ever stayed in and I liked it better than Sweet Pea's for that reason.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


97%

I will go out of my way to recommend Bon Paul and Sharky\'s to friends, family, acquaintances, and strangers. I cannot be effusive enough in my praise of the hostel itself and the kind and helpful people who run it.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • (Country undisclosed)
  • (Gender undisclosed)


97%

Great place, very comfortable and hospitable! Definitely the best place to stay in Asheville.


93%

Jeremy was amazing, such a cool guy, really accommodating. Thanks for building up the fire on the last night, it was a great way to meet everyone in the hostel. I'd definitely recommend that place, and I'll be coming back next time I'm in Asheville.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


90%

I felt safe here, had fun talking with guests. I liked that I could use their stove/oven and refrigerator- that rocked! They also had internet. The only hiccup was that when using the hostel's own website to try to book, I had no response. Glad for hostelworld. Finally the manager emailed me on the day I arrived, saying he had been away. But there were at least 4 other staff members there when I arrived, and none answered my prior voicemails or emails. I asked about heat. It was warm enough.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 41+
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
I do apologize for my delay in response while out of town. Moving forward we will make sure that ALL staff check/respond to email inquiries, phone calls, etc. Thanks much for staying with us. Come back anytime!



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