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Reviews of Hostel Merlin

Kájovská 59, Český Krumlov, 381 01, Czech Republic

#24 of 36 hotels in Český Krumlov

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Review score

Based on 467 hostel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    8.0
    Cheapy with some wear&tear in a great location with amazing staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room with Street View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower is a trickle and the beds are quite uncomfortable. Sheets are too small for the mattresses

    Great location, awesome staff

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    - Bed: a bit soft and not so comfy

    - Location: close to everything - Price: good price in this tourist city - Staff: so helpful - Luggage storage: before and after the stay for free

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    8.0
    Such a charming place right by the water and super helpful and friendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room could have been a bit bigger

    Super cute house and right by the water. Very centrally located.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room with Street View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is in the centre and nwat and clean.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room for twin beds quite small

    Great location

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Limited bathrooms. Sometimes you might need to wait.

    The location is great. Right in the town next to the bridge, so it's easy to get to all the sites. The hostel is not brand new but clean. Though not spacious, Merlin hostel is decorated with great drawing, making it a pleasant place to stay. And the staff are really kind and helpful, letting us store our luggage before check-in and after check-out.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 July 2025

    7.0
    yes and no
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the place is old and coul need some renovation, especially the kitchen (small fridge and slooow stove) and the bathrooms (one out of two shower was partially broken). cleaning a little more wouldn't be bad, overall it was okay, but as soon as something falled under the bed you would discover a carpet of dust.

    the position is perfect, in the middle of the city and not far from the autobus station. it's quite cheap, but the balance with the quality is still not the best.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2025

    7.0
    Great location , nice place, no A/C
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The property is pretty old. It was raining and they rain just pouring down from window so we have to close it. But it’s so hot and humid inside.

    The location is very close to the center and beautiful view on the balcony. The staff are very kind and nice. My stay was pleasant despite the heat in summer

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2025

    9.0
    The perfect place to call home for a couple of nights as you explore the area
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Wonderful location. The staff was kind enough to upgrade me to a private room as there weren’t many other guests at the time

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

    8.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room with Street View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were no blinds in the room so I woke up at 5:30 due to the light. So make sure you bring eye covers. Other than that it was really nice!

    Great location. Staff were nice! Cute place with character !

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 June 2025

    9.0
    Perfect for a simple short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very simple facilities, but everything we needed

    Location, value, staff

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2025

    7.0
    If your luggage is just a backpack or a small luggage, and limit budget, I recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    1. The heater doesn't work, it's cold in the night 2. Don't recommend the tourists who bring big luggage, because there isn't any lift in the hostel

    1. Good location and cheap 2. The bed is warm 3. Offer luggage storage

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 May 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfortunately we were right next to construction that made relaxing, enjoying the terrace, or sleeping late very difficult! I shared a room with 1 other person which was great but there were 6 beds and if full it could be challenging to maneuver the cramped spaces. Very thin, hard, and uneven mattresses.

    Great location, fantastic manager, lovely old building with lots of character. Nice terrace. Nice to have beds, not bunks! Quiet, nice people.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Alex is super helpful and very kind

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dated but cute building.

    Amazing, attentive staff.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2025

    9.0
    Nice place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bedrooms and bathrooms could use more hooks. The furniture and bedding is pretty beat. The walk from the Flix Bus station is murder on your suitcase wheels.

    This place has lots of character, as does the village itself. Kitchen is small but adequate. It's right in the heart of the historic center.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2025

    8.0
    Great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed linen was not very clean. The staff can be hard to reach as their working hours are irregular. If you need to store luggage, you can arrange it in advance through Booking.com—they are very friendly and accommodating!

    This accommodation is located in a small town with an excellent location and very affordable rates. Being able to enjoy the town’s scenery in the early morning was truly a highlight.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2025

    8.0
    Very nice place to stay in the heart of Cesky Krumlov - recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not the most social place. At least at that time of year maybe.

    Very nice location in the old town. The balcony was great for enjoying the outside air. The staff were very friendly and offered advice and recommendations regarding the town

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds aren’t super comfy, but it’s an inexpensive hostel so you kind of have to lower your mattress standards. Also, the square can be very noisy at night, so just close your window if you can’t handle it

    Perfect location with the bonus of privacy! The rooms are pretty small, but it’s reasonable for the price you pay. The balcony looks right out on the river and was really nice to sit out there in the evening.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2025

    9.0
    Fantastic stay in Cesky Krumlov
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bathroom is a bit to small if you stand up, the maind bulding door get difficult to close with the key

    Is lovely cozy hostel, i was lucky to get a room without other people, there is also kitchen and fridge available

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I missed thicker curtains.

    The location and the helpful staff.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 March 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Alex was really nice and updated my room during the low season . Location was fantastic 😍

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room with Street View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small quiet hostel Good central location 15 min walk from bus Small kitchen only 1 person at a time Helpful staff

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 February 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress and Blankets

    Cleanness, Staff behavior, Location, Essential things which are available for everyone.

    Stayed in February 2025

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