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A bar serving drinks can be found on site. The closest restaurant and shop are 100 metres away, while a range of ruin pubs and bars are within 300 metres. Tickets for attractions and events around town can be booked at the hostel's 24-hour reception.

Each guest has a locker at their disposal. Bed linen are provided, and bathroom and toilet facilities are shared. The hostel offers free daytime activities, and evening events.

Close to public transport. Nice rooms, nice beds, staff is really nice. Loved it🫶

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9.1
Wonderful
1,175 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Shantee House offers dormitory rooms, free WiFi and a garden in a quiet area in the 11th district of Budapest, a 5-minute walk away from tram and bus stops.

A common room with satellite TV, a safety deposit box, a 24-hour front desk service, laundry facilities and a fully equipped kitchen are available in the house. Guests also have access to the garden with hammock and can rent bicycles and skateboards on site.

Great atmospher, warm and cozy room

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9
Wonderful
598 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

In the heart of downtown Budapest and renovated in 2014, Pesto Hostel is just 500 metres from the banks of the Danube River. The cosy hostel is set in a traditional town house, and offers spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi.

Very friendly and helpful host. Hostel is in the center, very close to the Danube river and Rudas Spa. Highly recommended!

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9
Wonderful
84 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

This hostel in the centre of Budapest is just 300 metres from the Great Synagogue and 900 metres from the Opera and the Central Market Hall. All rooms offer free Wi-Fi and city maps.

The hostel offers non-smoking rooms with both shared and private bathrooms and toilets. Free luggage storage is provided. A shared kitchen is available to guests.

The artfully decorated apartment faces a quiet lane and has a full kitchen and two bedrooms, one with a separate bathroom and shower and one without. We stayed at the one without but we have access to the bath and toilet in the common area basically all to our own. The location is excellent, with many attractions in walking distance and many supermarkets and shops literally downstairs. The hosts were very helpful and friendly and provided excellent information on how to enjoy the city. Because of the insider knowledge, we got to follow the lead of the locals and hangout at the racetrack for the new year's eve. It was an amazing experience.

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9.4
Wonderful
82 reviews
Price from
£62
per night

Set 300 metres from Nyugati Railway Station and the M3 metro station in Budapest, Carpe Noctem Hostel offers air conditioning and a common kitchen. Free Wi-Fi access is provided.

Towels and linen are included in the rate, and the lodgings are bright and spacious.

one of the best hostels I've been to

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9.4
Wonderful
56 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Well situated in the centre of Budapest, NETIZEN Budapest Centre offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 200 metres from Blaha Lujza Square, 1 km from Dohany Street Synagogue and less than 1 km from Keleti Pályaudvar Metro Station. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guests.

Location, cleanliness, comfort

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8.7
Excellent
9,411 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Situated conveniently in the 05. Belváros - Lipótváros district of Budapest, Zen Hostel by Central Market is set 13 metres from Great Market Hall, less than 1 km from Gellért Thermal Baths and a 15-minute walk from Hungarian National Museum. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Chain Bridge is 1.9 km from the hostel and Citadella is 1.2 km away.

The room was spacious and nicely decorated. It has lot of sunlight.

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8.8
Excellent
2,179 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Budapest, Urban Rooms offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. This property is set a short distance from attractions such as House of Terror, Hungarian National Museum, and St. Stephen's Basilica. The hostel has family rooms.

I really liked the location of the place and the host was very welcoming.

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8.2
Very Good
1,157 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

Conveniently situated in the 07. Erzsébetváros district of Budapest, Das Nest Budapest is located 800 metres from Dohany Street Synagogue, 1.3 km from House of Terror and 1.2 km from Hungarian State Opera. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 1.5 km from the city centre and 300 metres from Blaha Lujza Square.

At the hostel each room comes with bed linen and towels.

Amazing loft, close to public transport. Helpful staff, super laid back. Felt like a space I could really just relax in. Free coffee and tea was wonderful

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8.5
Very Good
1,385 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Hungarian National Museum, Dohany Street Synagogue and Gellért Hill. The nearest airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, 13 km from Flow Spaces.

A big building, location is perfect. The staff are excellent. The vibe at atmosphere is good. Really good people were there. It was full but not noisy or crowdy.

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8.4
Very Good
6,015 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • Shantee House
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 598 reviews

    Shantee House has dormitory rooms, free Wi-Fi and a garden in a quiet area in the 11th district of Budapest, a 5-minute walk from tram and bus stops.

    Very pleasant, comfortable, clean place. Fells like home.

  • NETIZEN Budapest Centre
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 9,409 reviews

    In a prime location in Budapest, NETIZEN Budapest Centre provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant.

    Nice, cosy place to stay. Well decorated and great ambience.

  • Zen Hostel by Central Market
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,178 reviews

    Located conveniently in the 05. Belváros - Lipótváros district of Budapest, Zen Hostel by Central Market is set 43 feet from Great Market Hall, less than 0.6 mi from Gellért Thermal Baths and a 15-...

    Very friendly stuff and really clean overall for a hostel

  • Urban Rooms
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,157 reviews

    Well situated in the center of Budapest, Urban Rooms has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Absolutely recommend this place ! Excellent location !

  • Flow Spaces
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 6,014 reviews

    Conveniently located in Budapest, Flow Spaces provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Elevators are being built. Everything else is great.

  • Lavender Circus Hostel, Doubles & Ensuites
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,079 reviews

    Centrally located in Budapest, opposite the Hungarian National Museum and 394 feet from Kálvin Tér transportation hub with 2 metro lines and several tram and bus lines, Lavender Circus Hostel, Doubles...

    Stunning facilities and staff are incredibly nice.

  • Maverick Urban Lodge
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 4,700 reviews

    Offering a 24-hour front desk, Maverick Urban Lodge is located in Budapest. Free WiFi access is available. Each room at Maverick Urban Lodge will provide you with air conditioning.

    The best hostel in Budapest. Soooo clean and beautiful.

  • Avenue Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 13,387 reviews

    Opened in July 2014, Avenue Hostel is located directly at the Andrassy Avenue in the heart of Budapest. The hostel awaits guests with free WiFi, shared kitchens and a snack bar.

    Always clean, always nice. Friendly staff, especially Szabi & Erika

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Budapest

  • Gaia Hostel
    Central location
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 82 reviews

    This hostel in the center of Budapest is just 984 feet from the Great Synagogue and 2953 feet from the Opera and the Central Market Hall. All rooms offer free Wi-Fi and city maps.

    Beautiful room, check-in clear and easy !! Really good value for money.

  • Carpe Noctem Hostel
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 56 reviews

    Set 1000 ft from Nyugati Train Station and the M3 metro station in Budapest, Carpe Noctem Hostel offers air conditioning and a common kitchen. Free Wi-Fi access is provided.

    The actual hostel was clean easy to navigate and very modern

  • Onefam Budapest
    Central location
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,175 reviews

    Onefam Budapest is located 984 feet from the Deák Ferenc Tér stop, which connects to 3 of the Budapest metro lines, as well as bus and tram lines.

    Had a great time in this hostel. Great for meeting people.

  • Pesto Hostel
    Central location
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 84 reviews

    In the heart of downtown Budapest and renovated in 2014, Pesto Hostel is just 1640 feet from the banks of the Danube River.

    Right in the city center but no noice at all of the city center

  • Pal's Hostel and Apartments
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,852 reviews

    Offering tastefully furnished accommodations units in the very center of Budapest, the pet-friendly Pal's Hostel and Apartments is located right in front of the St. Stephen's Basilica.

    Security was suberb !!! And warm an cosy with a perfect view

  • Island Hostel Budapest
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,186 reviews

    Island Hostel Budapest has a cheerful atmosphere and is located on the car-free Margaret Island, surrounded by nature.

    Terrace with lovely view and a lot of space to chill out.

  • Maverick City Lodge
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 5,030 reviews

    In the center of Budapest, the Maverick City Lodge hostel is 2461 feet from the Deák Ferenc Tér transfer station for all 3 city’s metro lines; it features air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi in all areas...

    The room is really great and the location is perfect.

  • Maverick Hostel & Ensuites
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,779 reviews

    The Maverick Hostel & Ensuites is located in a fully renovated, turn of the century residential building. Free Wi-Fi is available, and there is a 24-hour supermarket in the same building.

    Everything is excellent. It’s my second time here.

  • Pal's Mini Hostel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 603 reviews

    1640 feet from State Opera House, Pal's Mini Hostel is set in Budapest and offers rooms with free WiFi. The property is around an 11-minute walk from St.

    I loved everything. I was in the private room with double bed.

  • Acacia Hostel
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 148 reviews

    Acacia Hostel is located in a vibrant area Budapest and offers rooms with free WiFi and a kitchen that can be used by all guests.

    Sehr ruhiges Apartment in Mitten des Szeneviertels

  • Downtown Rooms Wesselenyi
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 17 reviews

    Located in Budapest, within a 12-minute walk of Hungarian State Opera House and 500 yards of Blaha Lujza Square, Downtown Rooms Wesselenyi provides free WiFi throughout the property.

    Very friendly owner, great accomodation, great location, and excellent comfy bed!

  • Friends Hostel & Apartments
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,102 reviews

    Located in Budapest, 1640 feet from State Opera House, Friends Hostel & Apartments features a terrace and views of the city. Free WiFi is available at this property.

    Very Clean, very straightforward procedure of booking.

  • Chic Central Rooms
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 24 reviews

    Located in Budapest, within a 9-minute walk of St. Stephen's Basilica and 500 yards of Hungarian State Opera House, Chic Central Rooms has accommodations with free WiFi throughout the property.

    Świetna gospodynii, bardzo wyrozumiała. Idealna lokalizacja ;)

  • Spicy Hostel
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 470 reviews

    In a prime location in the center of Budapest, Spicy Hostel is within a 12-minute walk of Hungarian National Museum and 0.8 miles of Keleti Pályaudvar Metro Station.

    Great staff, good mix of quiet and socialising, convenient location

  • The Hive Party Hostel Budapest
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 4,995 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace and free WiFi access in all areas, The Hive Party Hostel Budapest offers daily parties and concerts to its guests.

    The service cleanliness the vibe and the facilitie

  • Adagio Hostel Basilica
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,875 reviews

    The Adagio Hostel 2.0 Basilica is set 1640 feet from the St Stephen's Cathedral and 164 feet from the M1 Metro Line and it offers modernly furnished private and dormitory rooms.

    incredibly helpful and supportive staffs, location.

  • 7x24 Central Hostel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 383 reviews

    This hostel is 1312 feet away from Budapest's St. Stephen's Basilica at Deak Square. 7x24 Central Hostel features free Wi-Fi, free safes at the reception and a common kitchen.

    central location, clean and had the necessary equipment.

  • Wombat's City Hostel Budapest
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,711 reviews

    Set in the center of Budapest, right opposite the bustling Gozsdu Udvar with several cafés, bars and restaurants, Wombat's The City Hostel Budapest offers a bar, vending machines and air-conditioning.

    -Location -comfortable bed -clean room, bathroom

  • MP Hostel Budapest
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,040 reviews

    MP Hostel Budapest is centrally located in Budapest, 1148 feet from Blaha Lujza tér metro station. It offers rooms with private and shared facilities and a terrace.

    Very good location. Nice sized toilets and showers.

  • B3 Hostel Budapest
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,095 reviews

    Located in the 06. Terézváros district of Budapest, B3 Hostel Budapest features accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around a 4-minute walk from St.

    GREAT LOCATIOIN!!!! many shower rooms and toilets.

  • Bauhaus Astoria Hostel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 222 reviews

    Attractively located in the 07. Erzsébetváros district of Budapest, Bauhaus Astoria Hostel is located a 13-minute walk from Hungarian State Opera House, 0.6 miles from Blaha Lujza Square and 1.1 miles...

    Nagyon kellemes szállás! Jó elhelyezkedés, csendes.

  • Boomerang Hostel
    Central location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,820 reviews

    Only 984 feet from St. Stephen's Cathedral in Budapest, this hostel offers dormitories, private rooms and apartments with free Wi-Fi access and a common kitchen.

    The reception was friendly, he stayed up waiting for use because our flight to Budapest was quite late at night.

  • Unity Hostel Budapest
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 280 reviews

    Unity Hostel Budapest is located in the center of Budapest. It offers free Wi-Fi, dormitory rooms as well as private rooms. Szécheny Thermal Bath is a 5-minute tram ride away.

    everything was fine except only one… nobody was in hostel

  • WOW City Hostel
    Central location
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,677 reviews

    Centrally located in Budapest, 656 feet from Deák Ferenc Square and 1640 feet from St. Stephen's Basilica, WOW City Hostel offers accommodations with free WiFi and free luggage storage.

    1. good location in the center city 2. sharing kitchen

  • a&o Budapest City
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 6,769 reviews

    Ideally set in Budapest, a&o Budapest City has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    Good location, nice staff and easy check-in and check-out.

  • Baroque Hostel & Coworking
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,135 reviews

    Located right next to the City Park and 656 feet from Heroes square, the Museum of Fine Arts, Széchenyi Thermal Baths and the Zoo. Baroque offers simply furnished rooms.

    Beautiful interier of hostel. Aquariums. Friendly willing personal. Nice room.

  • GB Apartments
    Central location
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 236 reviews

    Located in Budapest and with House of Terror reachable within 1312 feet, GB Apartments provides a tour desk, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    El edificio antiguo, pero de to todo reformado. Excelente.

  • City Rooms
    Central location
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 329 reviews

    Just 656 feet from the Váci pedestrian area and the Ferenciek Tere Metro Station, this hostel in Budapest offers free WiFi. The Danube River is 1640 feet away.

    it was really, Nice and clean i strongly recommend it

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  • Budapest Party Hostel at Udvarom
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,755 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Unity Hostel at Udvar(rom) is set in Budapest, 1640 feet from Dohany Street Synagogue. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

    Location and great wanderers walk through that place! Really funny 😁

  • Sunny rooms at Danube
    No credit card needed
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 113 reviews

    Located conveniently in the 09. Ferencváros district of Budapest, Sunny rooms at Danube is located 1.8 miles from Keleti Pályaudvar Metro Station, 1.1 miles from Blaha Lujza Square and 1.8 miles from...

    La habitacion era muy grande y la ubicacion estaba bien

  • Central Lovely rooms
    No credit card needed
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 139 reviews

    Well set in the 06. Terézváros district of Budapest, Central Lovely rooms is located a 7-minute walk from Hungarian State Opera House, half a mile from House of Terror and 1.1 miles from Dohany Street...

    Yataklar rahattı Mutfakta her şey mevcuttu Oda temizdi

  • Babylon Hostel
    No credit card needed
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 290 reviews

    Well located in the center of Budapest, Babylon Hostel is within a 4-minute walk of St. Stephen's Basilica and 0.4 miles of Hungarian State Opera House.

    I reccomend it. I will definitely come back if I come to Budapest

  • Budapest Garden Hostel
    No credit card needed
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 366 reviews

    Budapest Garden Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Budapest.

    Comfy, beautiful Garden, few mins walk to the Metro 4

  • Black Dog Hostel
    No credit card needed
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 795 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Black Dog Hostel offers accommodations in Budapest, 1640 feet from State Opera House.

    I like been near the tram station easy acces to transport

  • E14 Design Hostel
    No credit card needed
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 311 reviews

    Ideally set in Budapest, E14 Design Hostel has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Camas muy cómodas Buena localización Baños bien equipados Limpieza

  • Óbudai Diákszálló
    No credit card needed
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 245 reviews

    Located in Budapest, 2.1 miles from Margaret Island Japanese Garden, Óbudai Diákszálló provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    qualité/prix, situation par rapport au Sziget festival

FAQ about hostels in Budapest







Hostels that guests love in Budapest

  • Avg. price/night: £78.03
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 293 reviews
    The beds were really comfortable, and it was in a great location! It was a cheap stay, so there were no frills but good value for money.
    Tyrone
    Family with young children
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,385 reviews
    Ideal location for a "backpacker" style hostel with all the essential amenities you would need as a traveller, including washing machine and dryer. Great wifi. Common fridge and cooking areas. The dining and lounge were nice. Our bedroom was very functional and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Property was very secure and safe. Enjoyed our stay!
    K Michael Loh
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £133.35
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 6,014 reviews
    So far the best hostel I stayed in budapest, bunk beds with an organize box in inside the pod, all over a spacious. Bright area!
    Helmut
    Solo traveler
  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 908 reviews
    This hostel has a great location. It is at the center of Budapest. It is easy to reach everything from here. It is a very calm and cozy hostel with a friendly and helpful international staff. This place is ideal for getting to now new people and make new connections, but also for having a comfortable relaxation.
    Zoltán Medárd
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £58.56
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 13,387 reviews
    One of the best hostels I've been to to meet new people. The location is perfect and the breakfast being included only makes it better.
    Daniel
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £58.56
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 13,387 reviews
    Best hostel in Budapest. Free breakfast, good bar, cheap dinner. Great location. Staff is always helpful. Thank you Vyom for everything.
    Noémi
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £118.08
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 4,995 reviews
    We stayed here for a stag do for two nights. What a great place to stay, its very cheap! There was a bar below our rooms that stayed open till 6am with music and food. So after our night out we would come back here to finish the night. It's in a great location bang in the middle for all bars, food and drink. The rooms were fab, the showers were really good for a hostel, powerful. You get a locker in your room too so its very safe. The staff were really helpful.
    Brad
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £58.56
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 13,387 reviews
    Very good atmosphere, great location. Good breakfast. Excellent value for money. Staff very helpful, thanks to Oley for taking the time to give me the directions to get to the airport by public transport. Meeting new people. I would definitely go back to this hostel if l decide to visit again this nice city, and recommend anyone this place especially if you travel on a small budget (pick dorm for 4 with breakfast included)
    Francois
    Solo traveler
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 9,409 reviews
    Nice furniture, comfortable bed + extra towel, quiet dormitory, great location, reception all the day, cleanless, safety. High hostel standards, maybe even one of the highest in Pest.
    Jakub
    Solo traveler
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 9,409 reviews
    One of the best hostel I have ever been in. Extremely cheap for its facilities and very good location. I felt safe, comfortable and very well treated.
    Emilia18
    Solo traveler

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