About

Run by travelers for travelers.

First, as per our policies, we do not accept reservations from guests under the age of 18 or above 40. This information is located prior to your booking under House Rules. More info at the bottom of this message.

This modern yet industrial-style hostel doesn't just offer you a bed in the very best location. We work hard to create a socially inclusive environment where anybody can be themselves and make good friends while joining various daily activities, family dinners (always vegan-friendly), pub crawls, or just being around and chilling with us. It is mainly about experiencing the unexpected.

We encourage you to join our legendary Elephants activities (together with our sister hostel), such as daily events, Slovak lunches, family dinners, and pub crawls. We will show you a side of Bratislava you didn't know existed. We will take you to places off the beaten track that only a few true locals know about, which will allow you to see the city differently. For example, visiting abandoned buildings, conquering castles, or trying some Slovak craft beers in cozy local bars.

Cheers and see you soon!

The Urban Elephants Hostel team

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The Urban Elephants Hostel Terms and Conditions

AGE RESTRICTION IS FROM 18 TO 40 YEARS OLD.

Cancellation policy: 48h before the check-in date

Late cancellation or no show: full amount charge

We charge a deposit for the key and damages of 10 euros, to be paid in cash.

Check-in from 15:00

Check out before 11:00

Breakfast not included

Arriving late at night? Don't worry, just ring our bell and our receptionist will open the door for you in a couple of minutes.

We do not accept stag, hen, birthday parties, and similar kinds of groups that fly into Bratislava just to get drunk, whatever the number of people is.

We do not accept groups of over 14 people, even if you have different reservations

You must stay on your assigned bed. Moving beds without telling staff will incur a fee of the same amount as the current rate for your selected room.

The smoking fee inside the hostel is 120EUR - and immediately leaving the hostel without any refund.

We keep the right to cancel your reservation or immediately turn you away with no refunds if you violate any of our policies.

Government tourist tax is 3.5 EUR per night per person and is NOT included in the price of your reservation.

We do not allocate bunks and operate a first-in-first-choice policy, therefore we are unable to offer any preferred choice between upper or lower bunks.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 21:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Age Restriction
  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free City Tour
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Luggage Storage
  • 24 Hour Reception
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Reviews

9.0Superb(2416)
  • Value for Money
    8.9
  • Security
    9.2
  • Atmosphere
    8.8
  • Cleanliness
    8.7
  • Staff
    9.3
  • Location
    9.5
  • Facilities
    8.7
Summary of traveller reviews

Urban Elephants Hostel in Bratislava is praised for its incredibly friendly and helpful staff, vibrant social atmosphere, and excellent central location. Guests highlight the numerous daily activities and the opportunity to meet fellow travellers. It's particularly recommended for solo travellers and those seeking a social experience.

Stayed in Sept 2026
6.3
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Mouhssin
Male, 31-40, USA
The hostel was okay overall. The staff and people were very friendly, and they gave me some good advice about places to visit. Unfortunately, someone took my yogurt and cheese from the shared fridge, which wasn’t cool at all. They also said they have a walking tour every day at 3 PM, but I waited more than 30 minutes and nobody showed up. When I asked about it, they said they didn’t know where the person leading the tour was. They did give me some advice about where I could walk on my own,
Stayed in Sept 2026
10
Z
Zoe
Female, 18-24, Italy
best hostel ive stayed in!! super clean and had all i needed, felt also really safe and really appreciated all th activities they had, would definitely come back :)
Stayed in Sept 2026
10
M
Michael
Male, 18-24, Austria
I had such a nice time staying at Urban Elephants! The hostel is perfect if you just wanna chill for a day, but it’s also perfect if you want to go out and make memories that last forever. The hostel is also really social. Everyone there is very open and friendly, and the volunteers are amazing and take their jobs seriously. The manager, Zoe, is also such a kind and lovely person and really makes you feel welcome. So, a big recommendation for this hostel to all of you!
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Location

Kolarska 8, Bratislava, Slovakia
0.4km from city centre