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Reviews of Hostel Bratislava

Exnarova 18, Ruzinov, 821 03 Bratislava, Slovakia

  • Šimon

    Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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  • Kristaps

    Reviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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    Stayed for a simple overnight layover on the way further south to other countries. Location was fine, parking close to the house. Need to pay tourist tax, and the person quickly came to collect it when asked.

    Shared combined bathroom with toilets and showers was not great; male showers only had a small curtain. Place was located in part of town with old high-rise apartment buildings.

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    Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. Please note that the tourist tax is required by law and is always paid on the spot, as clearly mentioned in the booking information. As for the bathrooms and showers, these are shared facilities, which is a standard setup in hostels and reflected in the room description. We encourage our guests to read the listing carefully before booking, so expectations match the type of accommodation we provide. Best regards, Hostel Bratislava

    Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback. Please note that the tourist tax is required by law and is always paid on the spot, as clearly mentioned in the booking information. As for the bathrooms and showers, these are shared facilities, wh… Show more

    Hostel Bratislava
    25 August 2025
  • Petro

    Reviewed: 22 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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    Clean room, clean bathroom. Self check in ( if would more professionally managed that would be positive )

    1. Parking - in offer was clearly mentioned free parking, while there is no parking provided. We've been instructed to park 2km away around Lidl. 2. Very poor communication with someone from hostel. No answer on my questions. 3. Room are on the ground floor only, everyone can look from street into room, no privacy at all. There is a just 1m away from building a road which makes noise in the room. 4. Not clear instructions how to check in and check out. I just left keys and tax money on the table, so no lock doors. There is no one to talk with ( after leaving room someone could take money )

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    Dear Guest, Thank you for your review. We would like to point out that our hostel offers simple budget accommodation exactly as described on Booking. Rooms are located on the ground floor as shown in the photos, and curtains are provided for privacy. The self check-in and check-out process is explained in detail in the instructions sent to every guest, and communication is available through Booking messages or phone when following these instructions. Best regards, Hostel Bratislava

    Dear Guest, Thank you for your review. We would like to point out that our hostel offers simple budget accommodation exactly as described on Booking. Rooms are located on the ground floor as shown in the photos, and curtains are provided f… Show more

    Hostel Bratislava
    25 August 2025
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  • Martin

    Reviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025

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  • Alexandru

    Reviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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  • Alex

    Reviewed: 31 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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  • Anonymous

    Reviewed: 31 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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  • Ema

    Reviewed: 30 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    It was a nice comfortable place to stay when you are on the road. It was very convenient that we can come at a later time as well and leave early

    It was not staffed. Even though we had the passcode to enter the hostel, we didn't know a room number or anything. We also had to pay the extra city tax in cash but it was not clear who to pay it to. After writing them, we figured it out but maybe this information should be sent to the visitors beforhand

  • Daninyuta

    Reviewed: 22 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    This hostel offers convenient, budget-friendly accommodation. It's quite a distance from the city center, which might be a drawback for some, but its affordability certainly makes up for it. My room featured a comfortable bed, a desk, and a chair, though the bedding was the most basic imaginable. Do note, there's no air conditioning.

    The kitchen is plastered with rather intimidating signs warning of a €30 fine for unwashed dishes. Ironically, there was unwashed crockery in the sink when I arrived. Whether the previous occupants paid the fine, I can't say. I believe more welcoming signage would create a much better impression for guests. The biggest disappointment was the women's toilet and shower facilities. Both are located right by the main entrance to the hostel, whereas the men's facilities are closer to the rooms. Adding to this, the men's restroom has three stalls, while the women's has only two. Given that studies consistently show women's restrooms experience longer queues even with an equal number of stalls, this setup is truly baffling! As for the women's showers, not only are they near the entrance, but they offer absolutely no privacy for women changing. If a woman steps out of the shower and someone opens the door, she is completely exposed to anyone in the corridor. This isn't just unacceptable; it's a significant safety concern.

    Property response:

    Dear Guest, Our hostel is clearly advertised as budget-friendly accommodation, and while we understand that not having air conditioning may be inconvenient for some, this is reflected in our pricing. As for the bedding, it meets all hygiene and comfort standards appropriate for this category of lodging. Regarding the kitchen, the signage is there to encourage basic respect and cleanliness in a shared space. We regret that previous guests may not have followed the rules, so they paid extra cleaning fee. The signs are not intended to be intimidating, but rather to set clear expectations. Distribution of toilets and showers is based on building limitations and existing infrastructure, not guest gender. We continually monitor guest feedback and will consider improvements where feasible, but the safety of all guests is a top priority and the current setup complies with safety regulations. Hostel Bratislava

    Dear Guest, Our hostel is clearly advertised as budget-friendly accommodation, and while we understand that not having air conditioning may be inconvenient for some, this is reflected in our pricing. As for the bedding, it meets all hygien… Show more

    Hostel Bratislava
    22 July 2025
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  • Ladislav

    Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    This accommodation is perfect for single travellers who just need fresh night before flight , bed are ok , who like little hard matrace it’s perfect , near by is perfect breakfast option “ Mint” located in 20 min. by walk , accommodation is clean , nice design, share shower and toilets are perfectly separate for male and female.

    In the room I missing lamp, mirror so little invest for these small things can be great full, also extra charge for late check out if is not more then 2-3 hours can be for free , it’s charging €50 ,

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    Ian

    Reviewed: 16 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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  • Patrick

    Reviewed: 7 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025

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    The beds are comfy, the room was a good size, the windows open nice and wide. The shower water was steady and hot. The area is mostly houses so lovely and quiet.

    There are 2 shower cubicles and there is only a shower curtain on those and then the main door which although locks them locks anyone else from using the shower. The towels were hand towels really, even at that size would be ok if you had 2 per person would be better

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  • Mariia

    Reviewed: 1 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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  • Grace

    Reviewed: 27 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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    The lady working there was lovely - helpful and a great communicator. The location worked very well for me walking from the airport when I got in at 9pm, close to a supermarket and bus connections to my next destination. Wifi was sufficient to get my work done. Huge windows to enjoy the cool breeze over sunset and the smell of the pine tree oustide.

    Maybe another pan etc. for the kitchen and a second pillow for those of us who like to side sleep.

  • Orolin

    Reviewed: 25 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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  • Mai

    Reviewed: 20 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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    The beds were comfortable and the rooms were clean. Looks like the pictures! The hostess was lovely. Good connection to the public transport of Bratislava

    Not suitable for female travelers, particularly solo female travelers. No toilet paper in toilets, got a bathmat as towel, one of the toilet doors didn’t lock and the other was hard to open/close. Also be careful opening closet doors as the closet is not anchored

    Property response:

    Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your stay didn’t meet your expectations. However, none of the issues you mentioned were brought to our attention during your visit, which would have given us the chance to resolve them immediately. Some of your claims do not reflect reality—for example, the lock on the female toilet was fully functional during your stay. Our hostel is budget-friendly with a simple setup, and we clearly communicate this in our listing. It’s ideal for solo travelers, as every reservation includes a private room. In contrast, most hostels accommodate 10–15 people in a single shared room. That said, we take all feedback seriously and will double-check everything to ensure comfort and safety for our guests.

    Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your stay didn’t meet your expectations. However, none of the issues you mentioned were brought to our attention during your visit, which would have given us the chance to resolve them i… Show more

    Hostel Bratislava
    21 June 2025
  • Max

    Reviewed: 20 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    Good room and facilities - lovely owner who helped us extend easily when I wasn’t very well.

    Was quite far out of town but near airport so not bad

  • Kamaldeep

    Reviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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  • Diana

    Reviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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    Good location. The room was clean when we arrived. They accommodated our needs for an extra night.

    The shower doesn’t have curtain so the water was all over the place and we couldn’t find help to dry it. Was a bit dangerous and slippery

  • Menon

    Reviewed: 9 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025

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  • Juno

    Reviewed: 4 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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    Close to the airport, easy check-in process

    Hostel manager clearly lives there. I was in my room at around 7 p.m the evening I stayed there. All of a sudden, I hear someone trying to get into my room - I’m thinking to myself, what on earth is going on. I had obviously locked my door so the person couldn’t get in. Person then knocked, I opened up, and turned out it was the hostel manager and she asked me to pay my tourist tax. Privacy felt invaded - not cool. Plus, I think she had kids staying in the room next to me, with walls with no sound insulation - you can imagine I didn’t sleep much that night. You get what you pay for as they say.

    Property response:

    Dear guest Thank you for your feedback. Our manager knocked at your door at around 7 p.m. to collect the required city tourist tax. This is standard procedure and done respectfully. To call this an “invasion of privacy” is an exaggeration. Yes, we are a small, family-run hostel. Many guests appreciate the personal touch this brings. If you’re looking for a hotel-style experience, a hostel may not be the right choice. We also regret that you had issues with noise, though no other guests including you reported such disturbances during that night. Unlike many hostels where 8–10 people share a single room, every reservation at our hostel comes with a private room — something you didn’t acknowledge, even though it’s a significant upgrade in comfort and privacy for the price. We wish you all the best in your future travels. Kind regards Hostel Bratislava

    Dear guest Thank you for your feedback. Our manager knocked at your door at around 7 p.m. to collect the required city tourist tax. This is standard procedure and done respectfully. To call this an “invasion of privacy” is an exaggeration… Show more

    Hostel Bratislava
    4 June 2025
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  • Orsolya

    Reviewed: 3 June 2025 · Stayed in April 2025

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    Clean and spacious room, shared bathroom in good condition, kitchen has all the equipment needed.

    Overlooked the check in time and arrived appr. 1 hour earlier. When contacted the host, needed to pay additional 20 € per person (!) for the 1 room booked. Accepted only cash for that, to be left on the tbale, never seen an invoice or receipt for it. The place was literally empty, noone was leaving the room before us to make any additional work. Basically the total 40 € was higher than the price we paid for the night - and without receipt is clearly just a rip off...

    Property response:

    Dear guest, Our check-in times are clearly stated before booking, and early check-in is not included in the standard price. We accommodated your request — outside of normal check-in hours — and charged a reasonable early check-in fee, which was clearly communicated to you in advance. Cash payments are common for extras in small hostels like ours. If you would have requested a receipt (which you was asked) , we would have gladly provided one as it was created anyway due to legal reasons. To later call it a “rip-off” is misleading and unfair, especially given that you received the service you asked for — early access to a clean, private room in a quiet hostel. Kind regards, Hostel Bratislava

    Dear guest, Our check-in times are clearly stated before booking, and early check-in is not included in the standard price. We accommodated your request — outside of normal check-in hours — and charged a reasonable early check-in fee, whi… Show more

    Hostel Bratislava
    4 June 2025
  • Bob

    Reviewed: 18 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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  • Lea

    Reviewed: 16 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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  • Adly

    Reviewed: 10 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025

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