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8.1

Excellent

876 reviews

876 reviews

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8.1

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
Parking
Available
Walkable places
Pitt Street Methodist Church
180 m
K Road
230 m
The Third Eye
240 m
Norman Ng Building
240 m
Artspace
260 m
Popular landmarks
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki
820 m
Sky Tower
850 m
Viaduct Harbour
1.2 km
Auckland War Memorial Museum
1.8 km
Mount Eden
2.3 km
Closest landmarks
YMCA Auckland City Fitness
60 m
Great Wall Health Centre
240 m
Lim Chhour Supermarket
280 m
The Baptist Tabernacle
290 m
Khuja Lounge
310 m

YMCA Hostel

20 Pitt Street, Auckland City Center, Auckland, New Zealand, 1010 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in Auckland City Center, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Sky Tower. This 4.5-star property features fitness center to make your stay more indulgent and memorable.

Highlights

Located in heart of Auckland

Check-in [24-hour]

780 meters to public transportation

Inside city center

830 meters to Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki

Announcements by hotel (1)
Due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, this property can only accept bookings from fully vaccinated guests. Vaccination certificates and/or other documents as required by law must be presented at check-in. Please contact the property for more information.
Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

BBQ facilities

Fitness center

Game room

Luggage storage

Check-in/out [private]

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Auckland every 3 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.2
Location rating8.1
Nearest airportAuckland Airport (AKL)
Distance to airport17.1 km

Rooms available at YMCA Hostel

Very good
Room comfort & quality

7.8

Twin - Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 11 m²/118 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds
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1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
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  • Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
  • City view
  • 3 bunk beds
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Double - Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 11 m²/118 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
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  • Room size: 11 m²/118 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 bunk beds
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Single - Shared Bathroom
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  • Room size: 8 m²/86 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 single bed
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1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
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  • Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
  • Harbor view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 8 m²/86 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 6 bed Female Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 15 m²/161 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 8 m²/86 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Bed in 4 Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
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  • Room size: 12 m²/129 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 bunk bed
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average travel time to the closest airport from YMCA Hostel?

The average travel time to get from YMCA Hostel to the airport is 30 minutes, but please bear in mind that the travel time may differ based on traffic, weather conditions, and time of day.

What public parks are in close proximty of YMCA Hostel?

While staying at YMCA Hostel, indulge in your morning or evening wander at nearby park which include The Junction, Victoria Park, and Virginia Reserve.

In which languages can YMCA Hostel's employees communicate?

YMCA Hostel can speak a total of 13 languages and supports widely used languages such as English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese for international tourists, ensuring all travelers are well accommodated with all their needs in their preferred choice of languages when communicating. Please refer to the 'Amenities and facilities' section and in the 'Languages spoken' category to find out what different languages this property supports.

What is the average rating that verified Solo travelers' have given to YMCA Hostel?

Past solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given YMCA Hostel an average rating of 8.0. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Business travelers' have given to YMCA Hostel?

Past business travelers that have stayed at this property have given YMCA Hostel an average rating of 7.7. You can look up more detailed customer assessments and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Couples' have given to YMCA Hostel?

Verified couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given YMCA Hostel an average rating of 7.7. You can look up on more specific customer reviews, and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that past Families with young children have given to YMCA Hostel?

Verified families with young children that have stayed at this property have given YMCA Hostel an average rating of 8.0. You can look up more detailed customer assessments and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What do local visitors think about YMCA Hostel?

Verified local travelers that have stayed at this property have given YMCA Hostel an average rating of 8.2. You can look up on more comprehensive customer testimonials, and responses for this property down in the review section.

What is the nearest train, metro, or bus station to YMCA Hostel?

The closest train, metro, or bus station is Fruitvale Road, 10202.99 m away from YMCA Hostel.

What time is check-in and check-out at YMCA Hostel?

Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may inquire about early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guest visitors checking in or out before or after the specified periods may be charged an additional fee.

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What people love about YMCA Hostel

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "I've been here and keep on extending my stay due to the friendly staffs and how clean the property!"

    Sinlao

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    February 24, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "Friendly staff, nice and clean, good location"

    KIT

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    June 10, 2022

  • 8

    Very good
    Location

    "The hostel is located in a quiet location, 10-15 mins from major grocery stories."

    Dzmitry

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    April 6, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 994 Auckland properties
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Cheapest price score
Room comfort score
7.8/10
Value for money score
8.2/10
Service score
8.4/10
Better than
99
%
of Auckland properties
Better than
94
%
of Auckland properties
Better than
93
%
of Auckland properties
Better than
92
%
of Auckland properties
Overall rating:

8.1

Excellent
876 reviews
Cleanliness
8.4
Facilities
7.8
Location
8.1
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What travelers say they love:
Definitely one of the better hostels in Auckland!
Nina from Germany
Solo traveler
More about YMCA Hostel

More about YMCA Hostel

YMCA Hostel

You'll love the exceptional convenience during your stay at YMCA Hostel, located right in the heart of the city center, with an easy access to everything in Auckland. The true local flavors and culture of Auckland are yours with a stay at YMCA Hostel, located just 840 m from the famous Sky Tower.
YMCA Hostel provides the best in services and amenities to help make guests feel comfortable. Stay connected throughout your stay with free internet access provided. Your explorations of Auckland can be assisted with the taxi services available here. Parking is provided for guests by the hostel.
You'll have no problem planning out your days and transportation needs with front desk services including concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Wear your favorite outfits again and again thanks to the laundromat offered at YMCA Hostel. The hostel's daily housekeeping will make staying in a great choice. You can also get small travel items and sundries at the convenience stores without having to leave the YMCA Hostel.
The hostel is entirely non-smoking.
Guestrooms are fitted with all the amenities you need for a good night's sleep. To enhance your stay, some rooms at the hostel come with linen service and blackout curtains. You may be assured to know that a refrigerator is available in some select rooms. You can stay fresh and clean with a hair dryer, toiletries and towels provided in some of the guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Wake up with no worries at YMCA Hostel, where breakfast can be provided in house. YMCA Hostel has vending machines that provide round-the-clock refreshment, at low cost. The hostel even has in-house cooking amenities such as BBQ facilities and shared kitchen for its most selective guests.
YMCA Hostel offers wonderful recreational facilities for guests to enjoy. With the hostel's fitness facility, you can either get in your daily workout, or just sweat out your jet lag. Test your skills! Get competitive with your travel group or other guests, at the hostel's ping-pong table. No need to go anywhere after dinner -- play with friends or family at the library, games room and shared lounge and TV area.


Around the property

YMCA Hostel provides an excellent base for exploring the sights of Auckland in-depth. Spend a day and acquire some cultural knowledge at Auckland War Memorial Museum located 1.7 km away, where you can explore works of arts and cultural pieces.


Reasons to stay here

Spend less here on rooms than you would at 99% of other accommodations in the city.
Verified reviews score this hostel higher than 93% of accommodations in the city on value for money.
This accommodation beats more than 94% of competition in the city on room comfort.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.8

Most talked about facilities

Housekeeping

55 mentions

Internet

13 mentions

Swimming Pool

2 mentions

Food & Dining

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese [Cantonese]
  • Chinese [Mandarin]
  • Dutch
  • Filipino
  • French
  • German
  • Hindi
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Lithuanian
  • Portuguese
  • Spanish
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Billiards
  • Fitness center
  • Game room
  • Garden
  • Table tennis
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Cashless payment service
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • BBQ facilities
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Snack bar
  • Vending machine
Services and conveniences
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Food delivery
  • Heating in public area
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundromat
  • Laundry service
  • Library
  • Luggage storage
  • Postal service
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in/out [private]
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Bicycle parking
  • Car park [charges apply]
  • Car park [nearby]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Taxi service

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Continental

Location

20 Pitt Street, Auckland City Center, Auckland, New Zealand, 1010
Excellent
Location

8.1

Airports
  • Auckland Airport (AKL)
    17.1 km
  • Whitianga Airport (WTZ)
    81.9 km
Public transportation
  • Sky City Coach Terminal
    780 m
  • Auckland Dockline Tram
    1.3 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Great Wall Health Centre
    240 m
Shopping
  • Queen Street
    3.5 km
Convenience store
  • On-site
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    200 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki
    820 m
  • Sky Tower
    850 m
  • Viaduct Harbour
    1.2 km
  • Auckland War Memorial Museum
    1.8 km
  • Mount Eden
    2.3 km
  • Auckland Zoo
    3.6 km
  • SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
    5.3 km
  • Cornwall Park
    11.0 km
  • Rangitoto Island
    11.6 km
  • Tiritiri Matangi Island
    30.4 km
Nearby landmarks
  • YMCA Auckland City Fitness
    60 m
  • Pitt Street Methodist Church
    180 m
  • K Road
    230 m
  • The Third Eye
    240 m
  • Norman Ng Building
    240 m
  • Great Wall Health Centre
    240 m
  • Artspace
    260 m
  • Illicit
    260 m
  • Family Bar and Club
    260 m
  • Myers Park
    260 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

Minimum age of guests is: 5 year(s).

Children 5-12 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 13 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • All credit card transactions will incur a 2% surcharge.
  • Air conditioning is not available at the property. Electric fans have been provided instead in all rooms except for Triple and Quadruple Rooms.
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-out until10:00
Getting around
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)30
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)8 NZD
  • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee0 NZD
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsyes
  • Number of bars/lounges0
  • Number of floors5
  • Number of restaurants0
  • Number of rooms 115
Parking
  • Daily parking fee25 NZD

Property announcements

Due to the ongoing Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, this property can only accept bookings from fully vaccinated guests. Vaccination certificates and/or other documents as required by law must be presented at check-in. Please contact the property for more information.

Reviews of YMCA Hostel from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.1
Cleanliness8.4
Facilities7.8
Location8.1
Room comfort and quality7.8
Service8.4
Value for money8.2
High score for Auckland
Rating
9+ Exceptional (144)
8-9 Excellent (68)
7-8 Very Good (130)
6-7 Good (43)
<6 Below Expectation (57)
Time of the year
Mar - May (129)
Jun - Aug (91)
Sep - Nov (107)
Dec - Feb (115)

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10.0
Exceptional
Nur from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

All good”

I booked the Single standard room. It was just nice. Near the toilet and showers (both were clean). YMCA itself is central and near to the sky bus stop & sky tower. The staff was also accommodative.

Reviewed March 02, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Kelsey from Singapore
Couple
Double - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in August 2019

Recommend”

This was a very nice place. I was impressed for sure with how clean and organized everything was. I would stay here again.

Reviewed October 04, 2020

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Dear Kelsey, Thank you for your feedback. I am pleased to know that you enjoyed your stay at the hostel and found everything to be clean and organized. We look forward to welcoming you back to the hostel soon. Regards, Krishna Reservations Manager

Responded October 05, 2020
YMCA Hostel
10.0
Exceptional
KIT from Hong Kong SAR, China
Solo traveler
1 Person in Small Dormitory - Female
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Awesome ”

Friendly staff, nice and clean, good location

Reviewed June 10, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Ruth from New Zealand
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

Exceptional”

Another great stay. As always great staff, convenient location, very clean and fantastic value for money. Highly recommended 👍🏽😊

Reviewed February 03, 2020

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9.6
Exceptional
Taesuk from South Korea
Solo traveler
1 Person in Small Dormitory - Male
Stayed 5 nights in August 2022

Nice people there”

Everyone was very helpful. Security managers helped me a lot.

Reviewed August 16, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Martin from Philippines
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 3 nights in February 2020

Had a great stay here”

Location-wise, YMCA is very much accessible. There are no air-conditioners though but for someone who lives in the tropics, it is alright since it is still cool at night. (open windows)

Reviewed February 18, 2020

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8.8
Excellent
Elinor from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

Perfect for what I needed”

I arrived earlier than originally planned but they were accommodating to checking me in and settling in for my two day stay. The bed was freshly made and cleaners are in every morning/afternoon cleaning the rooms. I would wear flip flops in the shower, mainly because of hair all over the floor, but I think this is expected in a girls shower room, although a personal preference I believe it should be swept or cleaned more frequently throughout the day. They provide soccer 4-5 ebery Thursday, thus was great to meet people. Staff are very helpful. Kitchens are kind of small and a lack of a tin opener was an inconvenience, but very practical nevertheless

Reviewed March 02, 2020

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8.8
Excellent
Lesley from Australia
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 5 nights in August 2022

Excellent”

The staff were welcoming and helpful, the location was excellent and all the basics were there.

Reviewed August 18, 2022

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8.0
Excellent
Yen from Malaysia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in February 2020

Spacious , nice mattress”

Staff are very helpful, bean bags in a spacious lounge are awesome. Mattress is very comfortable, but the bunk bed just making too noise. Kitchen is pretty small for a backpacker. Omg, the room I stayed had a very bad smell, in 6 bed mixed dorm.

Reviewed February 23, 2020

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8.0
Excellent
Nutthapoj from Thailand
Solo traveler
1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in February 2020

Nice place to stay”

The hostel overall is great! There are many activities and good recreation area. I stayed in a 6 dorm mix room. Most people here respected on their private. No one made any noise in the night.

Reviewed February 17, 2020

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6.8
Good
Allen from Australia
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 7 nights in October 2022

For budget travellers it's one to”

It's one of the best at budgeting travellers

Reviewed October 15, 2022

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5.6
Lydia from New Zealand
Couple
Double - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in March 2022

Not clean, good location, layout not ideal”

The location of the YMCA is it’s biggest redeeming factor, being very close to at Kevin’s arcade and a short walk into town. As long as you are planning to not use the facilities, this hostel is okay. the kitchens and sitting spaces are spread amongst different floors but there is not a good room to facility ratio, if it was busy you would not want to rely on being able to use the kitchen. However the toilets don’t appear to get cleaned often (the sanitary bins were completely full with flies flying around, and even after reporting this to reception it was the same the next day). In summary and cheap and good located stay if you’re willing to compromise on cleanliness and facilities.

Reviewed March 20, 2022

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5.6
WAI from Hong Kong SAR, China
Solo traveler
1 Person in Small Dormitory - Male
Stayed 10 nights in July 2022

Insulation”

the sound insulation is real upset, and the vibration from others always scare me suddenly. And the kitchen is just enough for a small group of residents but not the whole floor……..

Reviewed August 05, 2022

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5.2
FannYu from United States
Family with young children
Twin - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 6 nights in July 2022

Not recommended if traveling with t children or if you just need common courtesy ”

1. You could have next door guests talking loudly pass midnight many days in a row 2. You could be assigned to a room on a different level from the shared bathroom and toilet, and the staff would tell you that room change cannot be made 3. You could have men walking in the hallway topless

Reviewed July 24, 2022

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5.2
YEONJU from South Korea
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

So so”

Great location. If you find kitchen facility important, choose other accommodation.

Reviewed November 24, 2022

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6.0
Donald from New Zealand
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in September 2020

reasonable price”

reasonable price

Reviewed December 17, 2020

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Thank you for your feedback, Donald. Regards, Krishna - Reservations Manager

Responded March 01, 2021
YMCA Hostel
5.2
Shinwon from United States
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

Hand got busted open by the vending machine”

When this happened the staff did nothing to help but said yeah that machine is bad, happens often. Duh get rid of the machine that slams on people’s hands smart people. Also the dorm room is really small and has no space for four people

Reviewed January 30, 2020

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5.2
Indriani from Indonesia
Solo traveler
Single - Shared Bathroom
Stayed 4 nights in November 2022

Above average”

Definitely would not go back

Reviewed December 01, 2022

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4.4
Markus from Switzerland
Solo traveler
1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in February 2020

Some people of the stuff are not helpful”

I was not feeling welcomed at all. I had a problem to get a letter that my mam was sending me from Switzerland. One guy was not helping me at all and he could not explain why the letter will not arrive. In the end my KIWI friend helped me to call the Hostel and then the same guy just hung up the phone. She called again and had to talk to the manager to get the right information. Sorry but this guy should not work at the Rezeption. Not all of the stuff was bad, others where nice and friendly.

Reviewed March 23, 2020

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3.6
echo from China
Business traveler
1 Person in 6-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 3 nights in September 2022

The service is terrible”

When checking out, the hotel reception did not explain the way of deposit refund, only said to wait a few days,.When I call the customer service by phone, customer service directly hung up the phone before I solve my problem.So mean and no patience.

Reviewed September 21, 2022

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