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Reviews of Helin's Hostel by Backpackers

Rruga Stiliano Bandilli, 5001 Berat, Albania

#17 of 102 hotels in Berat

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Review Score

Based on 120 hostel reviews

9.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free Wifi

    9.1

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  • Reviewed: August 30, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I found this hostel to be slightly less social than other hostels but it is partnered with Maya’s and Berat Backpackers so if you book on the tours, you’ll meet people really easily.

    Helin’s Hostel was a great place to stay for my 2 nights in Berat. The beds were comfy and the view from the room was amazing. The staff were all really kind to me and helpful when I was asking for directions or help with the buses. The hostel also ran some great trips too. I done the Winery and Raki Tour (€30) and it was really good.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 29, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nice view, great rooms, outstanding atmosphere, privacy in your bed thanks to curtains, good price and breakfast included. Overall great! What more can I say?

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2025

    10
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only small request that they add some ingredient labels on the food.

    Has all the amenities. Clean, comfortable, good breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The room was wonderful. And the staff as well. We were so happy to have met Aurora, who works at the reception.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2025

    10
    Good view, perfect hostel environment, comfy place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    This hostel was a great place, the architecture, the location, the friendly staff, the bed super comfortable and the common areas always clean

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No curtains on beds.

    Nice environment, with opportunities to get along with people. Nice view.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 14, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds are super comfortable, the rooms are very nice and with an excellent view. In general everything is clean and tidy. The personal is super kind and the breakfast is super fresh and delicious.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 22, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    So clean ; so handly ; nice staff and breakfast ! Backpacking for 15 years and this one is probably one of the best I have been for the price I paid !

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 20, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    the breakfast was perfect, the best was yellow melon. The hostel is located at old town. Everything was perfect and free breakfast as a bonus. I recommend it.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2025

    10
    AmaInf place
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lack of Toilet papers

    Designs Location Breakfast Clean showers and toilets Beautiful view

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 10, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was fabulous.

    Spotlessly clean, comfy, lovely staff. Right in the centre of town. And free tasty breakfast, all for just 10 euros. Easy to socialise too. One of my best sleeps of the summer! Don't pick anywhere else when in Berat, stay here!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location, very clean and the staff and owner are great and very helpful

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 8, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great location, clean, good kitchen and air conditioned, comfy rooms

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 7, 2025

    9.0
    Super comfy but struggeling with the volunteering staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The staff was super uninformed and unorganized , especially with time and money for tours. We missed part of the wine tour and you need to watch out and ask for you change back.

    Very new and clean. Different gettogether events with the other 2 hostels they own in berat.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 5, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed needs to be sprayed

    Staff attitude

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: July 1, 2025

    9.0
    Great private room for a hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast was ok - very basic, but expected for the price

    Very nice private room with great towels and AC. Located in nice area within the tiny cute streets of Berat.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 24, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Can get a bit hot in the room, but that's just summer in Albania.

    Wonderful hostel, staff is super friendly and helpful, and offer a variety of activities (highly recommended going to the family dinner they organize!) Central location, basic breakfast but good nonetheless. The Albanian lady working there gave me a hug before I left even though she didn't speak a word of English, very lovley.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    One of the best hostels I’ve stayed at! The place is beautiful, everything was super clean and organized. The beds were really comfortable, the Wi-Fi worked great, and having air conditioning in the room was a big plus. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Breakfast was included, which was amazing and really good. At night, they invited me to a group dinner – for just €6 you get food and drinks. The dinner was incredible, with great vibes and a super nice atmosphere. It was the perfect moment to meet people from all over the world and enjoy the evening together. Highly recommend!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I wish that there were curtains in the bunk bed for more relaxed sleep

    Very nice place .I will come back

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 10, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Give it curtains and free towels, it would be perfect! But great as it is.

    Wonderful location. Wonderful modern set up in a traditional house and neighbourhood. Big rooms, big comfy bed, powerful Aircon unit on the floor. See photo view from dorm.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 8, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly stuff, very clean, modern instalations and very good breakfast for free. Also great location

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean and friendly place to stay

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 17, 2025

    10
    I enjoyed my stay, they also have volunteers there.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The place is very clean and quiet, with new facilities and great design. It’s also conveniently located not far from the bridge.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful hostel with a chill and nice atmosphere, Nick from the reception was very welcoming and helpful. The facilities are in very good condition, the bed is very comfortable, good view from the room, bathrooms are always clean, good common areas to socialize and even to get some work done if you need to. Totally recommend it

    Stayed in May 2025

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