About

Balkan Han Hostel is a colorful, social hostel in the heart of Sarajevo. Han, a word dating back from the Ottoman Empire, means lodging for travelers and their caravans. We believe this describes our beautiful, eclectic hostel well as it is a home for travelers from all over the world. :)

Our hostel is centrally located; less than 200m from Main Street, nearby local bus and tram stops, and within 10 minutes walk to the Old Town.
We have 5 door rooms with single and double bunk beds. There is one private four-person dorm with a private bathroom and one two-person apartment with a private bathroom and kitchen. Linen, towels, and private lockers are provided for all guests, and there is free wifi throughout the hostel. Our hostel has a beautiful, large outdoor patio where guests can drink, relax, and socialize with each other. The bar has local beer, wine, and rakija available for guests at affordable prices. There is a large self-service kitchen with a stove, fridges, microwave and kettle. There are multiple common seating areas including a living room.

Our staff are international travelers who are friendly and polite, they have great recommendations for local restaurants, bars, cafes, and attractions.

Welcome! :)

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free City Tour
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Adaptors
  • Airport Transfers
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Reviews

9.3Superb(2637)
  • Value for Money
    9.2
  • Security
    9.6
  • Atmosphere
    9.2
  • Cleanliness
    9.0
  • Staff
    9.5
  • Location
    9.5
  • Facilities
    8.8
Summary of traveller reviews

Balkan Han Hostel in Sarajevo is praised for its incredibly friendly and helpful staff, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Guests love the central location, making it easy to explore the city. The social vibe and comfortable beds with privacy curtains are frequently highlighted, making it a great choice for solo travellers and those looking to meet others.

Stayed in Oct 2026
7.7
Z
Zach
Male, 31-40, Canada
Push button showers... Instantly disappointed. The rest was acceptable, cheap beer, friendly staff.
Stayed in Oct 2026
9.1
M
Martha
Female, 25-30, Germany
The staff at Balkan Han Hostel was extremely friendly and supportive. We’ve arrived very early in the morning and were able to bring our luggage at 8 AM and leave it with the staff before check-in. Also we were able to have a shower (for which we were provided towels) in the morning long before check-in. Whenever we’ve had any questions, all staff members were quick to help.
Stayed in Sept 2026
8.9
T
Tal
Female, 18-24, Australia
pretty good
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Location

Dalmatinska 6, Sarajevo, Bosnia And Herzegovina
0.4km from city centre