Reviews: ant_4d3064
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
I wish I could give this a lower rating. €29 to sleep on a wafer thin mattress, in a stuffy room with drying their clothes (a facility that is offered without thought where to dry them). An obvious attempt by the owner to extort money out of an apartment they own. €29 euros is an abomination for the services provided. 10 years ago I stayed in a similar place in Milan for €10 euros, but with better beds, air con. Better off just doing a day trip from Bologna. Wish I could write more.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
I've long thought a good hostel should reflect the city, and this hostel absolutely does, laid back, open and stylish. Wide open rooms, that could be made pitch black (huge plus), fantastic garden area with outdoor seating and music (top quality choices) and good beds where they don't try to cram you in. Draw back are few communal WCs, no security on luggage room, the method of having to keep your card in to keep the lights on, and the 20 minute walk into the city, but so so worth it.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Priced appropriately for the dorm rooms, this is a centrally located hostel, with the basics done ok, but a very poor opportunity to interact. The walls between my room and the next were paper thin in places, and glass in others, meaning you get the light and talk from their room and the kitchen area but without the consideration of sharing a room. Therefore the 10pm quiet time is appreciated for sleep, but diminishes atmosphere. Weigh up walking vs interacting when booking.
Dear guest, We thank you for choosing Il Castello Room and Breakfast Boutique. It was a pleasure to have you as our guests . We are very happy to know that we have made your stay pleasant . We look forward to welcoming you again. Best regards
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
This is the second time I've stayed here, and it's a really good hostel, and I can imagine some people adore it. Slightly quieter than some of the other hostels in the area, while located in the city and plenty to do if you decide to stay in. The only draw back is the fact that it's a huge hostel with private bathrooms except two by the bar. This means that if someone is taking a shower or something, then it can be a real hassle to have to walk down and up the stairs, plus wet feet.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
I was pleasantly surprised how much effort one member of staff put into creating a friendly atmosphere in the evening for everyone to meet and talk. The one downside to the hostel is always having to be buzzed in, I can't imagine that is much fun for the workers and creates a state of unease if you return back late.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Such a shame to be one of the final people to be staying here as they were in the process of moving out when I arrived. The city will surely miss this piece of history.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Had a wonderful stay during the winter here. Good for travelers who need a mental break from big cities and the hostel reflects that atmosphere as well as pricing accordingly.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
A good medium sized hostel, trying hard to make Bratislava more appealing. Great to have a kitchen, a separate eating area, chilling area and bar of good size. Had a problem which was not their fault that they did quite well at helping with. Most locations in Bratislava are going to be good because it's so small. Perhaps they don't have to push the pub crawl quite so hard because the hostel puts on different events during the week and tell you what is happening in the city.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Lots of great things to say, gigantic space to chill downstairs, reception was always swift and helpful, didn't spend too much time at the bar because it closed too early for me. Lockers are excellent. Extended twice. Only not so positive comment is that if your bathroom is not functioning you have to go all the way to the ground floor. Could have turned just one room per floor into communal bathroom and had a bed or two extra in the rooms because yet another positive comment, they were spacious
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Big budget hostel, has the trappings of a place that encourages school children and large groups. If you're a single traveller there is a bar and a good common room to hang out in but you'll struggle to meet people. The beds are ok but not great, glad I had good room mates and only stayed a night. It was well located for me, and for a group of friends I'm sure it could work out well.
Dear Guest, thank you for taking time to review our hostel. We have taken note of your comments. We hope to see you in our other locations across Europe or for the summer here in our brand new Beer garden. Damien from the Reception.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Great links into Manhattan and to JFK but a little out of the main attractions. The two male night staff during my time were excellent, engaged others not so much. It was a hindrance to pay separately for different booking and pointless Lots of outside noise and light, worst sheets and pillows known to man. A $5 fee to store you bag after a week's stay is extortionate and rude. There were 2 school groups staying simultaneously during my stay which sucked the atmosphere out of the common room.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Accept this is not a travelers' hostel, it is a bed in a room with all types of possible room mates and you'll have an ok stay. System requires giving you card details at check in even though you give them when booking through hostelworld. Staff are as motivated as you'd expect in a building as big as this. Breakfast is reasonable but stale. Just hope you've got ok room mates and don't intend to spend any time here and it's reasonable enough.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
I avoid staying at Hi-Hostels when possible because they generally lake any atmosphere and this didn't change that. It's a 25 minute walk to see Niagara Falls and 30 minutes to get to it which is absolutely fine but staff seem intent on telling you it's less. Breakfast was ok Staff were friendly and helpful
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Good free towels, kitchen, rooftop, free pool table and other in house activites Bad - No 24/7 reception which is unacceptable for $40 let alone $65 a night, poor security as I was let in by a guest who also let in 3 non-guests at the same time Business like check in after ineffeciient night time system Breakfast was awful as expected Asked me to rate 100% which is pathetic Atmosphere was awful despite it being 4th July, staff had little idea what to recommend. Beds are small and awkward
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
staff were helpful but the guy doing the limo tour to Hollywood was way too stressed for a party night
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Given bad directions to the hostel as instructed on this site. Waited at the bus stop for 45 minutes before asking a bus driver if the bus was still running. Took a taxi (30 dollars) as the bus had stopped and received an apathetic apology. Other staff were very helpful.
Thank you for the feedback.. Sorry to hear about this unfortunate situation. We have pre printed instructions on the majority of attractions - what buses to take, where to get on/off etc... to prevent any incident like this one. Again, I apologize for the inconvenience and will follow up with the front desk staff. Cheers and safe travels, Sara General Manager
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
I actually got taken to the Gardens hostel which though new is already a good hostel, but looks as though it is going to develop into something great. Good staff who recognise the pitfalls of the city but have good advice to make the most of your stay. Relaxed atmosphere and although the facilities are still lacking somewhat, there is the intention to improve them soon and I've definitely stayed in hostels that were worse and had no intention to improve them. Would definitely recommend.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Positives: Big Lockers, cheap, big beds, balcony, staff are helpful, location is central (can also be a negative for more secure people) Negatives: Other guests were inconsiderate to each other, I booked an 10 bed dorm and the 6 bed room was the 'living room' for two smaller dorms 4 bed dorms, who had to walk through our room. A very bad map making of what little there is to do harder to find. Overall good if you just want to go to the beach and don't have time to get to Muine/Mui ne
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
During my stay it was more like relaxing at a friends house than being at a hostel. Intimate and a really good place to meet people and feel the atmosphere of a city. If they could get a map of the city sorted with some ideas for what to do then it would be perfect. Glad to have stayed here and experience such an atmosphere again. Thank you.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Most/H20 is a good place to get your head down but don't expect too much else. The staff, obviously locals,kind and helpful and know the city well. The rooms are clean and safe (your own locker as standard) but there policy on late arrivals (which I wont write here) looks a touch worrying safety wise. If you are a traveler who is keen on getting the most out of your money and not too concerned about having great facilities this is a great place to go.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
The first staff member I met, let me in, took the money, gave me a key to my locker and pointed at my room. I would say that was the least he was obliged to do but he failed to give me a key to the front door, so had I not turned up just before the last receptionist left half an hour early I would have been locked out all night.. The morning staff didn't ask about this key. With a small common room in front of a bed room--so no conversation possible--this is purely somewhere to sleep.
Dear, you couldnt be locked because receptionist is in apartment below hostel and we share same ring bell . Keys are aimed for guests who stay more nights. If you were not clear with the situation you can always ask
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Great staff who seemed to enjoy working there and didn't have to adjust their personalities to fit into 'work'; helpful even in the face of obscure questions and prepared to interact. The hostel itself is quite small and on the 5th floor, there is a lift which works (ignore the signs) but if you're not prepared to walk up the stairs give up on traveling. This hostel has the right attitude for people wanting to enjoy Beograd as much as possible. I was the first one in my comfortable bed at 3!
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Stayed for one night at last minute but (at half the price) proved to be a better value hostel than Celica. Having made the booking at Celica who gave me no help on finding another hostel (a basic courtesy among the traveling community) and charged for internet for a hostel 5 minutes away. 'Most'/ 'H20' is a hostel aimed at travelers aiming to explore LJ via activities and adventure days. The mattress wasn't great, but the facilities (in room kitchen & en suite) were. Staying again next week.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
The woman on reception was chilled the whole stay, Only a few people in the hostel and so our 8 bed dorm became our own room and I think other people had the same during their stay too. Truly located in the heart of the city and seemingly within 10-15 minutes walk of everything. Though the atmosphere was diminished through a lack of people I can't imagine it being able to cater capably to being full and comfortable but for our stay the facilities were clean and worked well.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Worth way more than what we paid for. If you plan to stay in October/November bring an extra layer but that is the only downside of staying at Rialto. Public transport is frequent and very convenient, it was quiet all night with considerate quests, facilities are better than expected for camping, very hot water and clean. Only thing I would ask is they make clear exactly what it is they offer you without having to go up and ask.
- ant_4d3064
- England, Male, 25-30
- Globetrotter
Only stayed here for a night but really appreciated how calm and helpful the night guy (03/10) was, showing me to my room and explaining areas of the hostel to me, as well as helping me with the lockers. It would be great if they had a bit more information about Milan and it was a bit annoying (more so for the people in my room) having to make the bed at 2 in the morning as I arrived late.
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