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Reviews of Hostel Elf This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Husitska 11, Prague, 13000, Czech Republic

#354 of 555 hotels in Prague

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Review Score

Based on 249 hostel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    8.4

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: February 22, 2024

    7.0
    Great staff, good hostel and good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location wasn’t in the absolute center but still pretty accessible by 10/15 minutes of bus/tram

    The staff was amazing and very nice. I would like to give a shout out to Anna from the reception as she was super sweet and helped us and accommodated us at every step. Loved the terrace aswell.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: January 14, 2024

    8.0
    Nice hostel but probably better during summer
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The breakfast schedule was not respected and if you went "too late" (although within hours), the staff would not allow you to eat whatever she had already cleand (I was only allowed to eat cereals, beans and eggs and they removed the beans and eggs right after I served myself, one hour before the end of scheduled breakfast time). The bathrooms had not the best light and when crowded the hostel became quite noisy. Some activities were scheduled by outdoors (bbq), which is not ideal in December.

    The bed was comfortable, the facilities were cool and clean, kitchen well equipped and a small convenience store just in front of the hostel. The city center is walkable distance

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2023

    9.0
    One of the best hostels of Prague
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast option would have been great but they didn’t have any.

    Socialising here was amazing. Lots of activities, colourful hostel. Free dinner provided by hostel on Christmas.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 24, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    My card didn't work 2 times during my stay

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2023

    7.0
    A decent stay at Prague
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Price was high

    Location was central close to the bus station and easily accessible to public transport.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: October 18, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little bit of weird smell in the room

    The friendly atmosphere was great!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    If you are coming with too much luggage be prepared for the stairs. Besides that, everything was great.

    All the facilities, the location was great, the kindest staff and great common areas.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2023

    9.0
    exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It would be appropriate to put air conditioning in the rooms in the summer but that's okay

    The staff is professional, attentive and willing to help. The hostel is clean, has activities, and guests are sociable.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: July 21, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    there were bed bugs in my bed! obviously not the property’s fault however it did impact my stay there and also my next week or so. the staff were great about it and they did all they could do and it was sorted properly.

    staff were amazing, privacy in bathrooms and showers, very social and great for solo travellers. also great bar and outside area.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 28, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's kinda far from old town, I'd recommend staying somewhere closer

    It's near train and bus station

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2023

    7.0
    Nice place to stay. 😎
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Easy access to The Old Town, nice staff and clean place.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: June 1, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The doors of the toilet and shower room looked almost broken. It was a bit difficult to open, close and lock it.

    I liked the terrace area. Most of the staff seemed to be nice. Bed was comfortable.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: May 30, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The stairs were quite treacherous and definitely not accessible for people with disabilities. One of our beds wasn't the cleanest, with some stains on the top sheet.

    Nice communal feel, friendly and helpful staff. There was a free barbecue the night we arrived. The shower and bathrooms were very private and we felt safe at Hostel Elf. The location was pretty good. The kitchen had a shared/free food drawer and great facilities to cook proper meals.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 28, 2023

    7.0
    Noise, bad smell, small room, but great staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It was rather noisy - the walls and doors seemed to be from paper, you hear every step or word from the corridor (and ppl were loud even at night). The room was EXTREMELY small, enough for me to turn around. We got the smallest room but for the price we paid I expected smt better. Even though there were 3 bathrooms and showers, they were occupied 90% of the time and when it was my turn, ppl kept knocking on my door. Another thing - the cleaning lady just came inside our room early in the morning while we were still in the bed waking up! Inside the building there was cigarette smell in the walls, hard to get rid of.

    The staff was REALLY friendly and helpful! It was the best thing about the accomodation. For this I give 100/100! Also the location close to the train station. But for anything else you need to take a tram/bus. I liked the terrace, it had a nice and peaceful atmosphere.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 24, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really cool hostel. One of the best I ever stayed. I mostly liked location and facilities.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 22, 2023

    8.0
    Good option for 2-3 nights
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Inside the room was a bit messy and smelly. The guests outside in the common area were loud on saturday evening (thankfully my room was far enough from them to not hear it). I booked 2 beds and one of the receptionist initially did not want to give my friend the card to enter the room, saying that it was enough to use one card for two people which i find absurd, considering waiting time at the toilets or that we simply may have different plans for the day. The next shift at the reception i got a card for my friend without problems so she could be independent. Some beds do not have curtains and they are aware of it. I find the corridors/interior a bit dark in comparison to the rooms. Overall the hostel is slightly over-priced in my opinion.

    Location close to the main bus station and easy to reach the center. I liked the common room and terrace space. The facilities were regularly cleaned. One of the receptionist was very helpful to try to find a solution for the missing curtain on the bed. A good option for 2-3 nights not too far from the centre

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2023

    7.0
    Great facilities!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    be aware when booking of the distance from the centre, although this does reflect the price. also had a school trip there when I arrived so felt less inclined to be in the communal areas

    the kitchen and bathroom facilities were really good! beds were comfy with private curtains

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: May 7, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great social environment, cooking facilities and short walk from the bus stop. The staff were super helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: May 5, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Location is a bit far from the city center (considering Prague standards). However, this is if you are only looking for a walk. By public transport, it is very convenient. Snoring guys and in the middle of the night very noisy packing & moving people in the room but this is not hostel's issue. It is related to the guests in my room.

    Staff was always there to help Beds are very comfy Toilets and bathrooms are more than enough and very clean Free tea & coffee all day. Easy public transport

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 2, 2023

    9.0
    Great!:)
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Guy on the reception is very nice and understanding! Tasty breakfast and in general a very clean place!:)

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: March 9, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Didn’t have curtain for the beds.

    Hostel seemed to be cleaned regularly and bed was comfortable.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: February 25, 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    room mates were too noisy, there was a guy who has been staying and he was too noisy.

    location was excellent, near main bus terminal.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 2, 2023

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Wonderfull staff.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: January 5, 2023

    8.0
    Good hostel with lots of space
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The bed lamps could be brighter and the kitchen could be cleaner.

    The staff is really helpful, the place is spacious, and it doesn't feel cramped for it being a hostel. There are a lot of common areas, showers and toilets. Overall, it is comfortable, and one can stay for a longer period.

    Stayed in January 2023

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