NOTE: 9 or more guests qualifies as a group booking, change the number of guests to return to normal search.

Central Backpack King Reviews

Október 6. utca 15., 1st floor, 5th district, Budapest, Hungary

Reviews & Ratings Explained

The following reviews were submitted by customers who booked in the last 6 months.

The reviews and ratings in the rating box are based on all-time feedback and are the opinions of the customers who submitted them and do not express the opinions of Hostelworld.com. This way, you get an up to the minute opinion of just how good a hostel really is. Read our review guidelines »

Reviews of Central Backpack King

  • Show Translated Reviews In A Specific Language


  • Sort reviews by:

93%

Wonderful staff! Thank you!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 31 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


93%

I stayed at Central Backpacker King over New Years - it's a pretty small backpackers, but really friendly and homely. It's more like a house than a hostel - there's an awesome living room with a big tv, couches and free snacks! The hostel staff are beyond friendly - and there's always someone on reception who are happy to help you with anything. It's a good place to meet people as it's such a relaxed place. I had a lot of fun and wouldn't hesitate to stay here again. Location is perfect.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


100%

I absolutely loved this hostel! Very cute set up--very homey and open. The staff is very accommodating and attentive, and are always asking if you need anything, making coffee and tea, etc. The owner is also very helpful and let us check out 4 hours late. One of my favorite hostels I've ever stayed at! I would definitely recommend!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 15 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


93%

I've stayed here before and I'll stay here again next time I'm in Budapest


100%

location in wouuuu!!!!!! place is a house confortable clean and relaxing good feeling girl at reception(blonde hair unfortunately don t remember the name) she is so kind, very helpfully and smiling Sylvia the owner she is wonderful we spoke for more than half an hour and I felt as she was friend since long time!!! thank you for my amazing stay in Budapest(longchamp bag miss you Sylvia)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 22 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Italy
  • Female 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


100%

The place is easy to find due to being close to the bid bassilica. Super friendly lady runs the place. Very comfortable and clean. Great atmosphere. In the tourist district but only five minutes walk to the cheaper areas and close to most sites.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


100%

Very friendly staff!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 16 Nov 2011
  • Pedromsp
  • Portugal
  • Male 25-30
  • (5 reviews)


96%

Staff were extremely helpful and friendly no matter who was on the desk at the time.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Couple 25-30
  • (7 reviews)


70%

Good hostel but they gave us an apartment down town instead of staying in the actual hostel! But anyway the apartment was ok, it's just that we couldn't meet new people there!


100%

I felt like I was visiting a friend for a sleepover more than a visit to a hostel! We were upgraded to a larger dorm for free. The staff are incredibly friendly, interacting with them was always a pleasure. The common area is so comfortable and a great place to bring back dobos torte from Cafe Gerbeaud, as you can have some of the free tea, coffee, or hot chocolate from the full kitchen the hostel lets you use.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 10 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female 18-24
  • (4 reviews)


93%

Everything was really lovely, clean and well put together. Right in the centre of town and walking distance to most attractions. I had a great time in this hostel. The only downside is that there was no lock on our door. The hostel is always locked but any of the other guests could have come in at anytime. I never got the feeling that would happen though. The hostel is really great.

  • Avid Traveller
  • 09 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 25-30
  • (12 reviews)


93%

Great central location with some of the best staff iv come across who are more than helpful with anything you need :) hostel was clean and had a nice cosy feel. I would definitely recommend this hostel!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 18-24
  • (4 reviews)


96%

Great hostel. The owners are great people and they greet you with a shot and a smile. Short walks to all sights and 2 minutes to the metro. I will stay here every time I am in Budapest and recommend it to everyone heading there.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male 18-24
  • (5 reviews)


93%

This is a chilled place and i very much enjoyed my stay. The location is good and just a heads up - budapest is beautiful, go there! The staff were always extremely helpful, and while breakfast isn't included there is is always tea, coffee and biscuits. I felt very much at home here, and i would definitely go back. staying in the 'down' season there wasn't a lot of people, usually that means no fun, but like i said, one of my favourite hostels.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 31 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • (Gender undisclosed)
  • (3 reviews)


100%

The location of this hostel is practically in the heart of the city. During the weekends parking is free so you can leave your car just outside the building. Staff is fun and friendly. Also, a welcome drink awaits you there:) Rooms are clean and spacious. The room we owned was like a small apartment with a kitchen and a dining room. And what is more, it is cheap. Only 12 euros per night per person!


86%

clean and quiet. feels like i've spent my time at someone else's neat home.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 28 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • (Gender undisclosed)
  • (1 review)


93%

the hostel's location truly was perfect and the beds were quite comfortable. the staff was extremely helpful in accommodating me for an extra night as well as finding room for a friend to stay last minute.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 28 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 18-24
  • (3 reviews)


83%

helpful and nice staff!


80%

Great neighborhood, close to a major metro station with all the lines. Great restaurants in the area, and close enough walk to all the ruinsbars and many major attractions. Staff was very helpful/flexible when our flight got cancelled and we had to stay 2 extra nights. Had a problem with the keys on the first night but staff was very approachable and flexible. More computers would be helpful, or wifi in all the rooms.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 26 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


100%

GREAT HOSTEL!!! STAY HERE! :)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 26 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • (Gender undisclosed)
  • (2 reviews)


« first « Prev 1 2 3
(41 results)

We now classify our reviewers based on how well travelled they are.

  • Novice Nomad: 1-10 Reviews Added
  • Avid Traveller: 10-20 Reviews Added
  • Globetrotter : 20+ Reviews Added
View all Budapest Hostels
  • 94%

  • Overall Rating
  • From 66 ratings
  • 91%Character
  • 92%Security
  • 99%Location
  • 98%Staff
  • 88%Fun
  • 93%Cleanliness

Latest Review

  • 31 Dec 2011 (93%)
  • Wonderful staff! Thank you!
  • Read more...
  • Anonymous

Please give us your feedback