Old Town Hostel
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Summary of reviewsOld Town Hostel, located in the heart of Dubrovnik's historic old town, stands out as an exceptional choice for travelers seeking proximity to key attractions and a vibrant city life. Guests frequently praise its unbeatable location with easy access to the main street, city walls and various tourist sites, while still maintaining a peaceful atmosphere at night. The hostel is also lauded for its diligent cleaning efforts, ensuring the rooms and common areas remain tidy, comfortable and welcoming.
The rooms, both single and dormitory-style, are noted for their simplicity, spaciousness and cleanliness. Though some issues such as the lack of air conditioning and occasional minor maintenance problems are mentioned, many guests find the accommodations pleasant and functional. The addition of conveniences like sinks in dorm rooms and comfortable beds enhances the overall experience. However, the bathrooms, despite being generally clean, sometimes struggle to keep up with high usage and could benefit from more frequent maintenance.
Old Town Hostel's staff receives high praise for their friendliness and helpfulness. The team, including the owner and various hosts, is commended for their attentive service and welcoming demeanor, significantly enhancing the overall guest experience.
Breakfast at the hostel is described as basic but consistent, featuring cereals, milk, coffee, tea and muesli available throughout the day. While some guests feel the selection is slightly lacking, budget-conscious travelers may find the simplicity and availability of these provisions adequate.
Overall, Old Town Hostel offers a charming, centrally-located base for exploring Dubrovnik. Its blend of prime location, cleanliness, friendly staff and comfortable rooms, though not without minor drawbacks, makes it a recommended stay, particularly for younger and budget-conscious travelers seeking a genuine local experience in a historic setting.
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The rooms, both single and dormitory-style, are noted for their simplicity, spaciousness and cleanliness. Though some issues such as the lack of air conditioning and occasional minor maintenance problems are mentioned, many guests find the accommodations pleasant and functional. The addition of conveniences like sinks in dorm rooms and comfortable beds enhances the overall experience. However, the bathrooms, despite being generally clean, sometimes struggle to keep up with high usage and could benefit from more frequent maintenance.
Old Town Hostel's staff receives high praise for their friendliness and helpfulness. The team, including the owner and various hosts, is commended for their attentive service and welcoming demeanor, significantly enhancing the overall guest experience.
Breakfast at the hostel is described as basic but consistent, featuring cereals, milk, coffee, tea and muesli available throughout the day. While some guests feel the selection is slightly lacking, budget-conscious travelers may find the simplicity and availability of these provisions adequate.
Overall, Old Town Hostel offers a charming, centrally-located base for exploring Dubrovnik. Its blend of prime location, cleanliness, friendly staff and comfortable rooms, though not without minor drawbacks, makes it a recommended stay, particularly for younger and budget-conscious travelers seeking a genuine local experience in a historic setting.
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3-Star Bed & Breakfast
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Old Town Hostel boasts an enviable location in the heart of Dubrovnik's historic old town, making it a top choice for travelers who want to be close to all the action. Guests revel in its prime, central spot, mere steps from the main street, city walls and a plethora of tourist attractions. The hostel is perfectly nestled within the old town's historic city walls and offers easy access to everything guests need to see. Many reviews highlight that the location is ideal for exploring Dubrovnik with some even stating it couldn't be better.
The location is consistently described as excellent, unbeatable and more than ideal, underscoring its proximity to key sites and amenities. Despite its central position, the hostel manages to maintain a quiet atmosphere at night, providing a peaceful retreat amidst the bustling city. The hostel is also praised for its cleanliness, friendly staff and well-organized activities, adding to the overall positive experience. Whether you are looking to dive deep into Dubrovnik's history or simply enjoy its vibrant street life, Old Town Hostel offers an unbeatable base right in the center of this charming city.
The breakfast offering at Old Town Hostel is notably basic but consistent, focusing largely on self-service options. Guests have access to cereals, milk and coffee around the clock, which many found convenient. There is occasionally a mention of tea and muesli as well and these light provisions are appreciated by some. However, several guests expressed that the so-called breakfast did not meet expectations with the variety and quality falling short of what was anticipated based on the hotel description. While it is a complimentary service, the minimal selection led some to believe that the inclusion of breakfast in the price was misleading. Despite the critique, for budget-conscious travelers, the simplicity of a readily available cereal and coffee station can be considered adequate.
Old Town Hostel in Dubrovnik offers a mix of simplicity and comfort in their rooms, which are often noted for being spacious and well-lit. The beds are described as comfortable and many guests appreciate the overall cleanliness and freshness of the rooms too with both single and dorm rooms receiving positive remarks for their size and cleanliness. The social atmosphere and interactions among guests also contribute to a pleasant stay, enhancing the hostel's community feel.
However, the lack of air conditioning is a notable downside with some rooms becoming uncomfortably hot, especially in the summer. Some guests also mentioned issues such as cold showers, small bunk beds and doors that couldn't be locked properly. Despite these drawbacks, many found the functionality and the presence of amenities like sinks in the dorm rooms to be convenient.
Overall, Old Town Hostel's spacious and clean accommodations, paired with a lively atmosphere, make it a good option for travelers looking for basic yet comfortable lodging in Dubrovnik's historic center.
The beds at Old Town Hostel have received generally positive feedback from guests with many describing them as comfortable or comfy. The presence of outlets, lighting and shelves by the beds added convenience. While some found the mattresses thin and the beds somewhat squeaky, these issues did not significantly impact overall satisfaction. Dorm rooms feature comfortably spaced beds, although privacy could be improved with the addition of curtains. There were also a few mentions of instability and noise from the beds but most guests found them to be a good place to rest. In sum, the beds at Old Town Hostel are largely considered comfortable and cater well to basic accommodation needs.
Old Town Hostel offers a mixed experience regarding its cleanliness, receiving praise for its efforts and tidy appearance but facing challenges in specific areas. Guests frequently highlight the hostel's diligent cleaning efforts with rooms and beds described as clean, comfy and quiet. Many travelers appreciate the spotless private rooms, shared areas and overall facility cleanliness, making it a standout feature among other positive aspects like its prime location.
However, the hostel's bathrooms seem to be a recurring point of concern. Despite being generally clean, guests note that the bathrooms are often small and their cleanliness doesn't always keep up with the high usage, causing them to become dirty quickly. Some travelers suggest the need for more frequent cleaning and a better maintenance schedule to tackle these issues effectively.
Overall, the hostel is lauded for its neat rooms, comfy beds and concerted cleaning efforts throughout the day, although improvements in bathroom maintenance could enhance the overall guest experience.
Old Town Hostel boasts an exceptionally friendly and helpful staff, consistently making a positive impression on guests. From the front desk to the hostel volunteers, the personnel are noted for their kindness, attentiveness and willingness to assist with various inquiries. The hostel staff, including Michael and the hosts like Matea and Ana, have been praised for their exceptional service, providing great advice and being attentive to guests' comfort. The owner is very involved, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere and personally assisting visitors when needed. The receptionists are particularly commended for their friendliness with one specifically noted for accommodating a last-minute request to switch dorms. Overall, the staff's warm and enthusiastic approach significantly enhances the guest experience, making it a recommended stay in the heart of the Old City.
Old Town Hostel is a quaint lodging option nestled in the heart of the old town, offering a genuine local experience with an ambiance best suited for young travelers. Despite being a bit on the expensive side for some, many guests found it to provide good value for the price. The overall ratings varied with several guests rating it between 7 to 9 out of 10, indicating a generally satisfactory stay.
However, potential visitors should be aware of a few drawbacks. The lack of air conditioning is a common issue, particularly during warmer months with guests frequently mentioning the rooms being quite hot despite the presence of large, noisy fans. The hostel also has a considerable number of stairs and small room sizes, which might be challenging for some travelers.
The facilities include only one shared bathroom per floor, which some guests found insufficient, particularly during busy periods. Additionally, the hostel may not offer the most vibrant social atmosphere for solo travelers, although no significant complaints were reported.
Overall, while Old Town Hostel may not be the most luxurious or social place to stay, its central location and overall value make it a decent choice for younger travelers looking for a budget-friendly option in a historic setting.
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Location
The location is consistently described as excellent, unbeatable and more than ideal, underscoring its proximity to key sites and amenities. Despite its central position, the hostel manages to maintain a quiet atmosphere at night, providing a peaceful retreat amidst the bustling city. The hostel is also praised for its cleanliness, friendly staff and well-organized activities, adding to the overall positive experience. Whether you are looking to dive deep into Dubrovnik's history or simply enjoy its vibrant street life, Old Town Hostel offers an unbeatable base right in the center of this charming city.
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Rooms
However, the lack of air conditioning is a notable downside with some rooms becoming uncomfortably hot, especially in the summer. Some guests also mentioned issues such as cold showers, small bunk beds and doors that couldn't be locked properly. Despite these drawbacks, many found the functionality and the presence of amenities like sinks in the dorm rooms to be convenient.
Overall, Old Town Hostel's spacious and clean accommodations, paired with a lively atmosphere, make it a good option for travelers looking for basic yet comfortable lodging in Dubrovnik's historic center.
Beds
Cleanliness
However, the hostel's bathrooms seem to be a recurring point of concern. Despite being generally clean, guests note that the bathrooms are often small and their cleanliness doesn't always keep up with the high usage, causing them to become dirty quickly. Some travelers suggest the need for more frequent cleaning and a better maintenance schedule to tackle these issues effectively.
Overall, the hostel is lauded for its neat rooms, comfy beds and concerted cleaning efforts throughout the day, although improvements in bathroom maintenance could enhance the overall guest experience.
Staff
3 Star
However, potential visitors should be aware of a few drawbacks. The lack of air conditioning is a common issue, particularly during warmer months with guests frequently mentioning the rooms being quite hot despite the presence of large, noisy fans. The hostel also has a considerable number of stairs and small room sizes, which might be challenging for some travelers.
The facilities include only one shared bathroom per floor, which some guests found insufficient, particularly during busy periods. Additionally, the hostel may not offer the most vibrant social atmosphere for solo travelers, although no significant complaints were reported.
Overall, while Old Town Hostel may not be the most luxurious or social place to stay, its central location and overall value make it a decent choice for younger travelers looking for a budget-friendly option in a historic setting.
No, Old Town Hostel doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Old Town Hostel.
No, Old Town Hostel doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Old Town Hostel.
No, Old Town Hostel doesn't have a gym.
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