Based on 388 hostel reviews
8.3Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Location
8.6
Facilities
8.2
Staff
9.2
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 27 August 2025
Donald
CanadaN/A
The standard bunk in the open area is what you expect for the price. The hostel has a strong commitment to sustainability which is nice, and the common areas are well-maintained with a nice balcony. Easy to access.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Kerli
United KingdomBit noisy under the window, but it was a Friday night
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 18 August 2025
Alice
France15 minutes walking distance from old Tartu (but it’s nice to walk and close to the train station).
Good vibe, nice terrace.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Mick
NetherlandsThe showers are a bit small and not user friendly.
The atmosphere and the beds were nice.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 4 August 2025
Jamie
United Kingdomnot as much privacy in bunks as some places. Bathroom not the greatest but to compensate there are free toiletries you can use
Very cozy, friendly staff, good value for money, all facilities.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Joppe
NetherlandsNice atmosphere, kind hosts and also nice guests
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Duke
VietnamNice quiet location, close to super market and bus stops. Not too far from town (appropriately 15 min walk), nice roof top.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Eva
GermanyGreat social hostel- environmentally friendly, coffee, great sundeck, amazing people
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Eva
Czech RepublicCheap and comfortable accommodation. Friendly atmosphere.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Aleksandra
PolandIt’s overpriced for the value it offers - 37 EUR for a single bed in an overcrowded 6-bed room, with no AC and not even proper ventilation.
The staff is nice, rooftop tarrace is pleasant, location is ok (although in such a small city like Tartu it’s hard to call any location bad, as everything is walking distance)
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 18 July 2025
Raphaël
FranceGuests don't know how to follow rules and do the dishes.
The staff and volunteers are very friendly. Beautiful place. Great recommandations.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 17 July 2025
Maximilian
GermanyApparently some people were not able to read the sign to clean their own dishes. Not the hostel’s fault but still, kitchen was a bit of a mess, though well equipped.
The helpful volunteers of all nations. Concept was super sweet and it’s a very cozy place. Don’t know why they hate on the cat that comes visit (he’s banned from the hostel), but he seems awesome as well… No shoe policy was strange at first but we came to enjoy clean floors.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Vladislav
FinlandNo towel were provided
Clean and comfortable, personnel is very polite
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 5 July 2025
Guoming
SingaporeThe blanket had some holes - could tell that it was due to repeated washing. Would be good to have hairdryer and soap/shampoo
Very affordable. Near train station. Very big room
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 June 2025
Ondřej
Czech RepublicThe two bed dormitory is located right by the entrance to the hostel, it can be loud at times. The room is also sort of cut off from the rest of the hostel (that might be a plus for someone)
Very nice and helpful personnel Cozy and warm spaces
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 12 June 2025
Andrew
AustraliaStaff could’ve been a bit nicer
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 11 June 2025
Anna
Finland-You have to pay for towel -Only mixed dorms with no privacy -No locks on the doors? seems a bit weird
-Nice atmosphere, beautifully decorated -Easy to socialize
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 10 June 2025
A'lease
United StatesPlease see above
It has a hostel feel even though I stayed in two different apartments. There is a LOT of noise from the common area upstairs, and the beds are awful. I weigh only about 110lbs/50kgs and I sunk to the frame in the mattresses. The pillows were like trying to rest my head on nothing but air. There was no shampoo or soap...basic items usually included in an apartment stay. Everything is on the cheap side, which I expect from a hostel room; I did not expect the same cheapness when paying for a private apartment. The staff was great, and the location is very good. The apartments are ample in size. I would stay here again if I needed to be in Tartu. I just would know not to expect ANY amenities.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 8 June 2025
Katrina
LatviaWould nice to have small bathroom carpet.
Nice staff, comfortable room with kitchenette and private bathroom. Room was clean. In kitchen basic items. In shared kitchen was available microwave. Good wifi.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 3 June 2025
Monika
EstoniaThe curtains in the room were very thin - if the sun wakes you up, prepare for early mornings in the summer.
Cosy hostel on a sustainability mission - clear signage to support better recycling and energy-saving by guests and many examples of reuse. Lovely balcony. Flexible check-in which I did not think I would need but ended up needing! Location reasonable distance from the old town near the train station
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 25 May 2025
Dhanushka
Sri Lankabetter bed would have been good.
very convenient
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 18 May 2025
Sandra
EstoniaSmell of incense was very strong for me. It’s often in hostels and I don’t really mind that much. But i’m occasionally very sensitive to certain smells and needed to air it out a bit.
Good location, clean. Private room with my own bathroom. Really loved the room, happy I found this place and if I come again to Tartu, hopefully will get a chance to stay there. The balcony seemed extra nice for a warmer night.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 12 May 2025
Ismael
EstoniaThe hostel has a unique style: quiet, clean, and quaint. It was also close to the places I needed to go. I had a great time there. The staff is a great group of people who bring enthusiasm and good vibes so guests can experience Tartu in a different way! Bravo, muchachos
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 30 April 2025
Carolina
PortugalThe location is a bit far from the center. The price is a bit high for what is offered.
Very clean. Common areas are comfortable. Kitchen well packed.
Stayed in April 2025
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