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Vagabonds Reviews

9 University Road, Belfast, Belfast, Northern Ireland

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93%Overall Rating

From 206 ratings
  • 95%Character
  • 91%Security
  • 91%Location
  • 95%Staff
  • 94%Atmosphere
  • 92%Cleanliness

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97%

I really enjoyed this hostel. the staff in particular made the whole stay worthwhile.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 18-24
  • (5 reviews)


100%

this is one of the best hostle that I have lived in !

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • China
  • Female, 18-24
  • (1 review)


97%

It is just an amazing place, one that no one who stayed there will ever forget.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 16 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 18-24
  • (2 reviews)


100%

The hostel was quite impressive (clean, organized, fun and interesting, etc.). It really attracted interesting people. The staff was just really wonderful and accommodating. I had a very early departure in the morning and they helped me figure out a way to check out in time for my flight and still potentially get some sleep in the night before. Greatly appreciated.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female, 25-30
  • (1 review)


100%

Was only staying with Vagabonds for one night, Great staff, really friendly. A++++++

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Ireland
  • Female, 25-30
  • (1 review)


100%

Excellent hostesses. Great relaxed, friendly atmosphere. From ease for tourist assistance to having a family friendly nights, everything was excellent. Thanks to Richard and Staff for a great experience!!! ;-)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 11 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 41+
  • (1 review)


100%

I thought this was one of the best hostels I´ve stayed in. I felt right at home and the atmosphere was excellent!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female, 18-24
  • (4 reviews)


67%

Positives: You need a key to get into the building and in your room. Small lockers in room, but you need to use your own lock. Right next to a bus stop where you can get a bus into city centre. Staff is helpful when you can find someone to ask. Negatives: The windows are paper thin, which lets all noise and cold in. Lockers in the room are small. There are only 3 showers and 2 toilets to serve the entire hostel. Only one shower gets hot water all day. Beds are shaky. Staff disappeared.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female, 18-24
  • (4 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
We are sorry you didn't completely enjoy your stay.We actually have four showers and we are extending on three more.As for the staff we are always on the bottom floor if we are not behind reception and always willing to help with anything.in the past we have never had such a low rating for staff.as for the walls,they are not as thin as you might think but it is a hostel and the noise,i'm afraid is to be expected.

87%

I really like how the place was decorated the paintings on the walls and the decoration of the bedrooms were very, very cool. The kitchen was nice too and I loved that they had a SMEG fridge!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Netherlands
  • Female, 18-24
  • (2 reviews)


100%

The best hostel ever! Warm, welcoming and cozy! I will go back.


97%

Vagabonds was a great hostel to stay in. I wouldn't recommend anywhere else. The staff were great. It really had the atmosphere of a home rather than just a cheap hotel. Plenty of showers for everyone, and the breakfast every day was toast with various spreads and cereal. A great free breakfast.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Mixed Group, 18-24
  • (3 reviews)


100%

A lovely place with such friendly staff who will go out of their way to help you. Very impressed!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Nov 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female, 18-24
  • (1 review)


100%

Very nice, friendly and accommodating good that breakfast was included! Matt was particularly helpful! Kitchen not the biggest so was hard to cook at the same time as someone else but other than that it was great, nice to have a fire to sit by as it was cold! :) will stay here again if we return to Belfast!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Nov 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female, 25-30
  • (5 reviews)


93%

This is a top little hostel with really exceptional staff - I was made to feel right at home even though my stay was short. I would also like to praise the facilities - bathrooms are my deal-breaker and these were very clean and with good quality fixtures; also the communal areas were kept tidy and the fireplace was a welcome addition in the winter cold!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 29 Nov 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female, 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


100%

I have stayed in alot of hostels sand alot of good ones but this is by far my favourite! Great atmosphere and great staff


93%

Had a great time owning some peeps at billiards. House rule is that you have to strip down to your knickers and streak around the building when you lose without hitting a ball in.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Nov 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male, 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


100%

Having stayed in many hostels over the years, this was one of my best experiences. I arrived late in the evening, but was still given a hearty greeting, and a guided tour to become familiar with my new "home". Clean, comfortable beds that don't squeak with each roll, terrific showers, a hearty breakfast, a welcoming attitude and personable atmosphere, and the friendliest staff I have encountered anywhere.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Nov 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female, 25-30
  • (6 reviews)


87%

Great place

  • Globetrotter
  • 24 Nov 2012
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Mixed Group, 18-24
  • (41 reviews)


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