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Wicked Hostels - Calgary Reviews

1505 MacLeod Tr. SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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80%Overall Rating

From 31 ratings
  • 78%Character
  • 72%Security
  • 89%Location
  • 90%Staff
  • 82%Atmosphere
  • 71%Cleanliness

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87%

This hostel is friendly with really good facilites... free internet/printing/washing etc. The downside is the rooms are very small and the windows do not open and have no curtains... so very hot and light early at this time of year! However we did mention that the room was hot to staff and they turned the heat down... would be really great if they could just replace the blinds with curtains tho :)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 May 2012
  • Anonymous
  • (Country undisclosed)
  • (Gender undisclosed)


80%

Jeff was one of the nicest persons I met during traveling.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 May 2012
  • Anonymous
  • (Country undisclosed)
  • (Gender undisclosed)


87%

Stayed at 8 differnet hostels in North America. Both my traveling partner and I think this was the best of the lot. Helpful staff and great Facilities.

  • Avid Traveller
  • 03 May 2012
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • All Male Group 25-30
  • (15 reviews)


83%

40 yrs of hostels bring slippers and earplugs (amorous neighbours) I spill my drinks(bumped) and I snore Gracie and Emma made the difference in a good stay thanks

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)


100%

Other than a little mix up with my reservation when we got there, that was fixed very quickly, everything was great and would definitely recommend it to other people looking for a place to stay in Calgary

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Mixed Group 18-24
  • (1 review)


90%

I absolutely recommended.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male 31-40
  • (1 review)


100%

Fantastic environment, everyone was really friendly and inclusive. Would definitely had stayed longer if I could.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


100%

This hostel was amazing and had the best atmosphere! I loved how comfortable the staff made you feel and how close knit the place felt. I instantly felt at home at Wicked Calgary. That combined with the new facilities and the staff's knowledge of the area, made for a fabulous 5 day stay!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 08 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


83%

The rooms are incredibly crowded, very very small. Also, the blinds are really crappy and don't keep the light out, at night there was a street light just outside my room shinning directly into my eyes. it was horrible!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 31 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Sorry about the blind thing, I didn't even know until just know. I could have tried to fix the problem for if only you had let me know when you were staying here. Anyways, I'll look into it - hope you have a good time in Banff! Cheers, Jeff

43%

The room that we stayed in was tiny, had two bunk beds with no cupboards to store or lockup personal items. You were meant to walk around without your shoes on the dirty floors. People were sleeping in the common areas as they probably didn't have beds. There was 2 toilets and 3 showers per gender for the entire hostel that had baths mats that didn't at all seem clean. It was extremely loud a noisy.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 29 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Mixed Group 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Sorry you didn't have a pleasant stay at Wicked, I'm not surprised. I remember you, the dude that complained about all the people hanging out in the common room having fun and was really worried about not having a locker in your room. Was anything stolen from you...wait for it...nope. We give each and every guest a tour of the hostel but I guess you missed the parts where we have 4 unisex toilets, 1 gender-only toilet per gender and 3 showers for each gender plus a handicap shower. Wicked is more of fun communal atmosphere so I can understand it could be difficult for someone who doesn't like being around people to relax and enjoy themselves here. I really wish you the best in your travels and I hope you have fun for the rest of your trip. Cheers, Jeff Owner, Wicked Hostels

93%

I had a great time in wicked hostel. It was like one big family. I had a lot of fun and I have met very nice people. Thank you for this wonderful time together!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 13 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
It was wicked having you, totally stop in on your way back!!! Cheers, Jeff

100%

top notch well worth a stay meet awesome people staff and over the moon with the facilities!!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 09 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Mate it was awesome having you with us here, we'll see you again during Stampede brotha! Cheers, Jeff

73%

Good atmosphere and location. My only gripe is that the hot water doesn't work that well.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 28 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)


87%

Friendly staff who made you feel welcome and provided everything you wished for, especially free internet and free breakfast.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Male 25-30
  • (2 reviews)


80%

Nice hostel near to the Calgary Flames arena with just great services like free laundry and free skype phone to call anywhere in the world.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 19 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Finland
  • Male 31-40
  • (1 review)


90%

lovely staff, welcoming environment, clean

  • Novice Nomad
  • 18 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Male 18-24
  • (1 review)


70%

I only stayed for 1 night on a stop over but all the same it seemed a freindly and good location for Calgary. Jeff was very freindly and certainly made me welcome on my arrival. Not a very big comunal space inside in the winter but certainly adequate in winter when outide is not an option. The only thing I would say is the price is a bit high for one night stay and early depart as I did.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 09 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Male 41+
  • (1 review)


47%

Four words sums it up: dirty dirty dirty dirty. Paper thin walls and floorboards with an aroma of smelly feet. I would pay the extra money next time and book a double room from a hotel or nicer BP.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)


87%

great location, quiet, friendly, definately recommend

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male 25-30
  • (4 reviews)


63%

Uncomfortable beds.. rest is good




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