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Reviews of Jerusalem Hostel

44 Jaffa Road, Jerusalem, 94222, Israel

#105 of 127 hotels in Jerusalem

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Review Score

Based on 239 hostel reviews

7.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    6.9

  • Comfort

    7.1

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    6.9

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    7.5

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: October 14, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Even though I said I loved the rooftop, it could do with a bit of a makeover eg laying down some fake grass (turf) floor cover or something? .

    I loved the rooftop and view over the street and Zion square and the breakfast was pretty good - lots of choices and fantastic coffee?I liked the chilled vibe of the place and being able to come and go with a simple door code.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 4, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    In room 18, the upper bunk beds lack guardrails and at the same time the beds are relatively narrow. People who toss and turn while sleeping are going to have a problem.

    Breakfast on the rooftop.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 30, 2023

    7.0
    The location of hotel is very good but the cleanliness is need to improve
    • Travelers with friends
    • Triple Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hotel is not so clean

    I like the location

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 13, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast started late ..I could not stay as had arrangement .was supposed to be 8.30 ...but I already had a te frim the kitchen on my floor . So was ok

    I liked was the lady at reception was very friendly and my envelope was already there for me ..it was 11.30 evening I arrived .she was excellent .and she said I could pay in morning

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: September 8, 2023

    8.0
    I really enjoyed my stay, the breakfast and coffee was good and I met wonderful people. 😊
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bed was not that comfortable. And since it was in center it was quite loud.

    The reception was always helpful and very kind.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 24, 2023

    8.0
    We Love Jerusalem
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Ok we like it.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No balcony

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2023

    7.0
    Charming old hostel with a good location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Small room for 4 persons, not a reading light besides the bed. Poor shower.

    Very good location. Take a room which is not on Jaffa Street because of the noise.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2023

    8.0
    Value for money! Room with balcony, great location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Terrible mattress, low shower pressure, basic breakfast

    The hostel is located in the middle of Zion circle! Amazing location. We got a room with balcony (#6 - the same one Begin had in 1948). The rooftop is great! Staff are nice. Feels safe. Clean.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 24, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Renovation of all objects would be nice, but I bet that it would become much more expensive. At least on the roof the chairs and tables could be replaced. Once chair almost collapsed for me.

    Price and location compensate for the feeling about the room which is not that pretty. Breakfasts are given with slight delay. At 8:30 often lot of people were waiting but nothing was ready yet. When traveling with kids the bunk bed was scary for them, as it is really high.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: July 23, 2023

    7.0
    Good time in Jerusalem Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    + Location near bus/tramp station + Kind and helpfull all staff + Room with private bathroom + Several shops near hostel + Nice roof terrace + Good Breakfast + Possibility to leave luggage for some time + Nice area with short distance to old city

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: July 9, 2023

    7.0
    Basic but nice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quad Balcony
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Our bathroom smelled but we kept the door shut and that helped a lot. Little old, so don’t have too high of expectations.

    The location was great. The accommodations were sparse but sufficient. Staff was helpful. Breakfast was good though we only ate once since it started at 8:30am. Loved the balcony. We’d go back.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2023

    8.0
    Perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Right next to the tram stop to take you to the old town. Opposite Zion square with great atmosphere and plenty of food options. Didn't feel like a hostel.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: June 3, 2023

    8.0
    If I went again, I would choose the same hostel without hesitation.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quad Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was nothing I didn't like about the hostel. Everything was as seen in the photos and as written in the description.

    Modest breakfast, cozy and friendly people. Although the food was not super, it was hearty and delicious, The hostel was in the central of the city. Amazing

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2023

    7.0
    Top location
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Triple Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Small bathroom with limited possibility to take away water so quite humid. No airco but air fan (sufficient for May).

    Excellent location, in Jaffa street with many shops and restaurants nearby. Old City and train station can be reached on foot or by tram. Parking available on lot behind hotel for 130 shekels a day, otherwise park outside city and take tram. Small balcony for 2 people (in 3 people room). Large roof top terrace but quite crowded

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quad Balcony
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Loved the location, perfect!! But it felt like the walls were made out of paper, you could hear everything inside and outside. So noisy at night, could hardly sleep. But the staff is 100% attentive and nice.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2023

    8.0
    Have stayed here before in 2012 and decided to return to this hostel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Met my needs ...tasty.. Satisfying

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 16, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 12 nights

    Huge noise all night and early morning. As from the outside - the door to the balcony or the window did not seal at all. Unruly hostel residents - some nights. Same breakfast every day. Lack of hot water in the evening. no cleaning for the whole 11 nights by the hostel. I had to change the towels myself at the reception...

    only overall positive was the location, close the the historical centre. close to the litght train, central station. nothing else

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 15, 2023

    8.0
    no problems good kıtchen facılitoes and frıendly staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    central. quıet. pleasant

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quad Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Bathroom was not good. Shower kept the whole space wet.

    Location is good and staff is very friendly and helpful

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2023

    8.0
    Great location. Rooms are clean and nicely furnished. Value for money of the place is excellent.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room with Balcony
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The cleanliness of the place, where the breakfast is served, is not maintained properly.

    Location is great. Rooms are clean. Very basic breakfast is available but the place is not very clean.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 14, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Shower cabin in the room is sort of ancient, low water pressure, but gets the job done.

    Helpful and informative staff, great location in the city center, breakfast included.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 9, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The wifi after 22:00 till morning wasn't working in the room.

    The location was perfect. The room was spacious. The staff was very helpful.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: April 12, 2023

    8.0
    good place to stay on a budget
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    very noisy during the night, breakfast could have been better

    great location, good communication with the staff. clean facilities

    Stayed in April 2023

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