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Reviews of When in Athens Hostel

Valtetsiou 17, Athens, 10680, Greece

#44 of 475 hotels in Athens

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Review score

Based on 339 hostel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.5

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 24 September 2024

    9.0
    A really nice hostel with very fair price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds are clean and comfort.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2024

    8.0
    Lovely!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The air conditioning throughout the whole day made the room quite cold.

    VERY nice hostel, very clean, helpful and friendly staff, enjoyed my stay and met some great people. Spaces and rooms are nicely equipped.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2024

    10
    Great for When in Athens
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms can sometimes get hot in the summer and ac is controlled from reception

    Modern, super clean and cosy. Very friendly staff :)

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2024

    8.0
    Well located very tidy hostel, bit more expensive than average but OK, expect matching crowd though
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Objectively I have no complaints to make. I just personally didn't feel as much at ease there as I usually do because I'm an older (than average here) bit dirty kinda hippie backpacker (I do take showers lol, but hey, it's 37°C outside in the shadows, don't expect me to smell like flowers all the time, there's only so much clothes I can bring with me ;)). I wanted to see what an "expensive" hostel looked like in Athens. It's great if you're into it and I had a good stay don't get me wrong, but I personally feel better in cheap ~10€/night hostels where it's pretty darn hard to feel like (rightly or wrongly so) you might be disturbing someone...

    Very clean, welcoming staff, feels secure (I mean to leave your valuables in the room - the area is totally safe too). Besides the dorms themselves, it looks more like a good hotel than it does your average hostel (which may be reflected in the price though, even if still quite affordable...). It's located in the heart of the Exarcheia neighborhood, the neighborhood used to have a slightly bad rep in like 2011 when I then had lived in Athens for a while. The area is still remarkable for its large amount of anarchist and antifa tags, more towards the Lycabettus Hill side - that can make for a nice little photo-safari kind of thing if you're into it ;) Now the neighborhood feels 100% safe and the numerous bars and restaurants are full of tourists. I was slightly disappointed by this, but this is not the hostel's fault, and I have weird tastes so... do with that what you want. I feel better closer to Omonia now, things have changed here too...

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    10
    Exarcheia is a fantastic neighbourhood
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic staff with a smile, Happy to help with anything. An amazing location, one small road that has everything you’d need for an enjoyable and alternative stay in a local Athens neighbourhood.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 August 2024

    9.0
    Oasis in Athens
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom doors are really heavy to open and close and some of the showers needed repairing. Noise from within the hostel as well as the courtyard echoed up to the rooms and could be loud late at night.

    I loved this hostel. I loved the neighborhood it was in so, so much and felt safe there walking alone at night. So many restaurants and nearby bars. At least a 20 minute walk from central Athens, so more on the outskirts. The beds were cozy and the hostel had a nice vibe. Really enjoyed the staff there, they were super funny and helpful. It definitely wasn’t a party hostel, but they did provide nightly pub crawls and some activities for the guests.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    10
    Excelent
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything was amazing, staff, beds, location, super clean.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    10
    A friendly, safe accommodation in a very cool area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was fantastic. The area is edgy and cool but very safe. There is everything you would need in the area for an interesting and alternative stay in Athens. The hostel is very clean, well supplied with a great hosts who are happy to help with anything you might require.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2024

    10
    Very Nice!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Very clean. Very friendly personnel. Good suggestions and overall good vibes, with Pub Crawl and Pizza Night.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nicely renovated, beautiful old house in a great location. Facilities (kitchen, showers, rooms & beds) are perfect and all staff members were very friendly. Warmly recommended!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Washrooms were very damp and humid, with heavy doors, so needed ventilation/more frequent cleaning.

    Updated facilities and nice kitchen. Super cute courtyard. Rooms were nice and clean, and mattress was super comfy.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2024

    10
    Very good location and facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can’t adjust the air conditioning in the room

    Very clean and beautiful rooms!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2024

    10
    It was value for the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing exept the aircodiner maybe to make it better

    Everything was perfect from the reception guys to the location

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Probably the only thing that would bother other tourist is not having a curtain at the bed. That may be bothering for some.

    I loved it! It’s really clean, really quiet, there is a Pub Crawl twice a week, it is in a really nice neighbourhood.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2024

    10
    Great choice it looking for a hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great. The common rooms, the reception, it was very clean and the beds comfortable. Met new people and had a great time!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2024

    9.0
    decebt
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    they didn't offer a lock for the lockbox, not even for rental, which I believe is quite limited. and they didn't say in the booking or anywhere that you should bring your own

    clean and isolated from the noisy street

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The best hostel I’ve lived in!

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2024

    8.0
    exciting, relaxing, fun and safe.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights

    The Hostel provided an excellent atmosphere for meeting new and interesting people. This was my first time staying at a hostel and I was worried about my safety, but I felt safe and comfortable! The employees were very helpful and friendly and had a whole map printed and available for quick guidance and even warned us about the neighborhoods to avoid.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2024

    10
    Great location and very good amenities. One of the best hostels I’ve stayed in.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Quadruple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location and very good amenities. One of the best hostels I’ve stayed in.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's very well located, walking distance to some places and very close to public transportation, the beds were very comfortable and the facilities were clean, I would definitely come back :')

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2024

    10
    Fantastic short stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!!

    Very very friendly staff and everything is clean! They steam your bags before you go in the room so rest assured there are no bed bugs in this hostel. There is a beautiful courtyard at the back and kitchen facilities next to a communal living room.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Really comfortable hostel. As a solo traveler I met a lot of cool people here and spend time together with. Everynight t
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pillow is too hard to sleep (I prefer more flat and soft pillow). No curtain for privacy. Quite noisy area if you want to sleep peacefully. Location is not so center.

    Very clean and very fancy and lux facilities. They make event to connect with other guest.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    An absolutely wonderful experience!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This was my first hostel experience, and I am very pleased by it. Very, very sweet and helpful people, making sure I have everything I need. Extremely clean rooms and washrooms. If you forget something- they have it available at really cheap. Contrary to belief, thee area is lively, and the safety remains paramount. No random person can enter the hostel, unless escorted by a member. Nice little area at the back with cool breeze. The hostel also tries to promote social gatherings, which is much appreciated. Was nice to meet some really nice people, and make new friends. Fat wifi, equipped kitchen, everyday cleaning, truly wonderful. I thought I forgot something in the hostel, and I had to bother them again, but they were very kind and sweet to entertain me even after my checkout and assist me wherever they can! Very thankful experience, and I do hope to come back again soon! Thankyou!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The staff is extremely friendly, and the accommodation is very clean. Also provides various information for traveling Athens.

    Stayed in March 2024

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