Reviews of Brodsky's Cat Art Hostel
Ђорђа Рајковића 15, 21000 Novi Sad, Serbia
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Reviewed: 2 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewGreat hostel in Novi Sad! Clean and spacious rooms and toilets! Fully equipped kitchen! Great common areas! Friendly staff and great location!
Reviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewVery nice place to stay in Novi Sad. Its also bicycle friendly place. I felt very comfortable here and I would definitely stay again
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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Verified reviewReviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewInexpensive for the promo I booked. the admin team really cares a lot about the facility. It’s a new hostel. Daniel works a lot and Lots of signs and direction. Warm shower. AC. They are still adding things though like lockers, etc, 2nd bathroom finished
I decided to checkout early due to other guests and facilities. I found not so much respect for others. E.g., playing music loudly after quiet hours, constantly enter and exiting dorms / slamming doors, turning on and off AC unit during the night / morning. Piles of dishes and scraps in the morning. The single hot plate also made it not as feasible to cook regularly - recommend maybe another unit. Mosquitos do come in through the garden view bedroom - maybe some nets could fix this. Also adding a dedicated AC plug so that someone doesn’t have to stop charging their phone to put on AC on was something I notice Been in few hostels before so I know, takes time to find a rhythm. Guest issues isn’t managements fault but it would be worthwhile to see how this could be improved - some reviews said similar things before I booked if memory serves
Thank you for your detailed feedback and for recognizing the effort we put into building and improving our hostel. We truly appreciate your kind words about our team, cleanliness, facilities, and the work Daniel does to make everything run smoothly. We are still a new hostel, and as you noticed, we are continuously adding improvements such as lockers, the second bathroom, and additional equipment to make our guests more comfortable. Suggestions like adding another hot plate, mosquito nets, and an extra socket for the AC are very helpful — they are already on our list of upgrades. Regarding the issues you experienced with other guests, we understand how important it is to respect quiet hours and shared spaces. While we cannot always control individual behavior, we do take action when things are brought to our attention, and your feedback encourages us to be even more proactive in maintaining a peaceful environment. Thank you again for staying with us and for helping us grow with your suggestions. We hope you’ll visit us again in the future and see the improvements firsthand. Best regards, Brodskys Cat Team
Thank you for your detailed feedback and for recognizing the effort we put into building and improving our hostel. We truly appreciate your kind words about our team, cleanliness, facilities, and the work Daniel does to make everything run … Show more
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified review11 of 10
I want pay by card
Reviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewI stayed here for three nights and had a very positive experience. The staff were incredibly friendly, polite and helpful. The rooms are spacious, the dormitory was very clean, the beds were comfortable, and the shower had hot water 24/7. The location is perfect, close to the main attractions and public transport, actually just 10 mins by walk from the main area. There is one big supermarket the next door and one supermarket 3 mins away. The free Wi-Fi was fast. I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to other travelers and backpackers 😊
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Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 20 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewSupermarket right in front A/C in the dorms The cheapest option in Novi Sad
Aircon system leaking right above the main entry door Only one shower for the entire hostel Kitchen is a mess every morning Owner is borderline rude and has a never ending list of rules (and if not followed they all are incurring ridiculous fines) and won’t hesitate to remind them to you quite abruptly . Not the warmest nor most welcoming guy You have to take off your shoes which is fine but many people still walking with shoes on inside. Floor by the of the day is not the cleanest Very limited spaces to seat and always taken by long term residents leaving you very little option to seat Outdoor balcony available as long as you can deal with the smell of tobacco Shower drainage is non existent and within a few second your are ankle deep in water and then overflowing into the bathroom floor Kitchen has one highly stool only to sit on If you want to use the small lockers you have to pay a daily fee (that a first in a hostel ) Bed are not the comfiest and bunk bed aren’t attached so moves quite a bit. You can also feel the plank under your mattress Quite a walk from the main sites Resident cat (nice cute cat ) so be aware bog you have any allergy
Thank you for your review, although it reads more like a set of contrived complaints than a genuine account of a stay. We are always open to constructive criticism and take remarks into account for improvement, but in this case the comment appears more like an attempt to tarnish the hostel than an honest experience. To clarify: The air conditioner operates properly; there are no leaks. Any water outside drips from the roof and does not affect guest comfort. The hostel has two toilets and a shower cabin; the toilets are new and fully functional, and the drainage works without issue. Cleaning is carried out regularly. The kitchen is also cleaned after each use. In the morning a minor mess may appear only because some guests cook and do not always wash up immediately. We have no “fines.” What is meant is the standard luggage-storage service before the official check-in time of 14:00 (€5), which is common practice in budget hostels. The house rules are standard for all hostels and exist solely to maintain order and comfort. Shoes are indeed removed to keep the premises clean—this is also common practice in many hostels. There are sufficient lounge areas, arranged in line with the number of beds. The balcony is the only smoking area; the air inside the premises is always fresh. Lockers are free for long-term guests; for short stays a symbolic fee applies. The beds are standard, sturdy, and comfortable, as many guests note—you are the first to have required a “special bed” in our modest budget hostel. The hostel is just a 10-minute walk from the center, as confirmed by numerous positive reviews. Our cat is a favorite among guests and a point of pride; almost all satisfied guests mention him. We always treat our guests with respect and never allow ourselves rudeness. Unfortunately, in this case dissatisfaction with having to wait for check-in has turned into a deliberately biased and inaccurate comment. A reminder: check-in is strictly from 14:00; before that time we are cleaning. And to our esteemed guest, we would advise a little more simplicity and a kinder heart: spite and rudeness tend to lead to constipation and indigestion.
Thank you for your review, although it reads more like a set of contrived complaints than a genuine account of a stay. We are always open to constructive criticism and take remarks into account for improvement, but in this case the comment … Show more
Reviewed: 17 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewIt is very ok for short stay. I stayed one day so it was nice. You can meet people here, which is not so common in other hostels in Novi Sad. It has ok atmosphere. Beds were actually fine. Beautiful area all around it makes it very very cool place to be in, not to mention the old style house it is located in. This is why shoes have to be taken off, and that's perfectly fine.
It's a bit strange that there isn't a single door that locks anywhere. Yes, Serbia is safe country in general (I actually know, I am Serbian :) ), but come on :) at least something, would've been fine. There isn't even the locker for my things....yes you heard that right, no locker. The guy working just repeated several times that it is normal (with the face expression as if I asked for a nuclear reactor, not a key). Then, it is perfectly normal for me to mention it here. :)
Thank you very much for your feedback! 🌿 We would like to clarify a few points. Of course, our hostel has lockers, but unfortunately, during your stay they were already occupied — apparently, everyone wanted a little “exclusive access.” As for the doors, we keep them open so that guests can come and go freely — especially considering there’s a shop and a café right nearby. Of course, we can allow this because we have on-site security, a safety button, and surveillance cameras. Plus, there’s a police station nearby and attentive neighbors, so everything is well under control. We would be happy to welcome you again and will do our best to make your next visit even more “peaceful and secure”!
Thank you very much for your feedback! 🌿 We would like to clarify a few points. Of course, our hostel has lockers, but unfortunately, during your stay they were already occupied — apparently, everyone wanted a little “exclusive access.” As … Show more
Reviewed: 16 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFriendly personal
Nothing
Reviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewStaff was very friendly and helpful
Reviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewEverything is clean and modern. Staff is very friendly
Beds are pretty thin and uncomfortable like you can feel the plank on your back.
Reviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThis is home like cozy but professional set up. Roman, the manager when I stayed, was very helpful and friendly. I appreciated the art in the hostel. A combination of thoughtful, eclectic, and some traditional watercolour.
Reviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGood location, value for money
Reviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewthe staff are very friendly
Reviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe place has it's unique hitchhike vibe and a lot of chill people so if you're looking for a place to socialize or don't mind being with people as in hitchhike places it's a fine place for staying.
Google maps shows the location couple of meters away of the real position but still on the same street.
Reviewed: 25 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewComfortable beds
It’s pretty dirty, especially floor and you have to take the shoes off. Shower was disgusting, water wasn’t going down. No toilet paper, had to ask for it
Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
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