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Reviews of Semalam at Sun Yat Sen - SELF CHECK IN

Jalan Sun Yat Sen no.87, 20214 Medan, Indonesia

#24 of 101 hotels in Medan

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 41 hostel reviews

6.7

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.1

  • Comfort

    7.0

  • Location

    7.5

  • Facilities

    7.1

  • Staff

    7.0

  • Value for money

    7.2

  • Free Wifi

    6.7

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  • Reviewed: July 24, 2024

    7.0
    Was good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not very clean toilet. Missed the hostel vibe since I was alone. Felt a bit unsafe in the area at night, since i had to head to the convenience store because the hostel did not offer any drinking water.

    Hostel one night for myself: was completely empty. Was allowed to store my stuff in the locker after checkout time

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 11, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathrooms weren't cleaned daily which I think is a must with dorms.

    Beds are really comfortable and everything seems rather new.Self check in went smoothly.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: July 5, 2024

    7.0
    It was enough for, and thankfully, only one night
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Bed sheets not clean, smelly toilet, completely empty reception area like it's abandoned.

    Communication with the host, okay confort, good food and coffee places nearby.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: March 10, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It's not a social hostel. Especially there's not much to do in the city itself. But still a very good & comfortable lodging

    The location and it's very clean.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: February 1, 2024

    8.0
    Overall, a comfortable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    - The neighborhood quiets down after 7 pm - Might not be ideal for solo travelers given its self-service setup, which could result in being alone in the building. Luckily, there were other guests during my stay, so I didn't end up alone. - The front of the hostel is entirely covered by glass. I suggest placing a blurred sticker on some parts of the glass for added privacy and safety. - A fan in the common area would be a great addition. - One of the showers needs a repair.

    Comfy beds, clean bathrooms & toilets, clean towel, modern/minimalist vibe. They provide electric kettle, basic cutlery & plates, and a fridge stocked with cold beers and water bottles. Convenience store is just a 5-mins walk. Great for groups or those who prefer a quiet environment for a good night's sleep.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: January 20, 2023

    6.0
    It is good value for the price, as it was very affordable and for one night it was more than fine.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There are some empty spaces in the hostel that could be used in a much nicer way, I was expecting somewhere to sit down, have maybe a coffee or just a common room in general. The hostel is small which is nice but I think there's room for improvement. I had received a very informative message on WhatsApp before checking in but once we got there the staff member was not very helpful. The bathrooms were not cleaned, although I think we were the only guests that day, so not much traffic. There were no lockers in the room where you could put your valuables or just your stuff in general.

    Initially I liked the look of the hostel but judging by the pictures I was expecting a bit more. The pods/beds were nice and there was a shower with hot water.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: December 28, 2022

    6.0
    fairly good.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    the room is humid and not properly cleaned from dust.

    the interior design is nice.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: November 5, 2022

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The location

    Sukma took me everywhere she is so friendly and kind

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: September 23, 2022

    8.0
    Very nice spot in Medan
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn’t realize it is a self check-in hostel, which should have been more clear on Booking.com. Ended up waiting for a while by the door, as I couldn’t get hold of the owner. However when I got in contact with them they were very fast to help me in. This could easily be avoided if guests are send the PIN prior to arrival with a message via booking.com.

    Very friendly staff, who helps you answer any travel questions. I even had breakfast with a girl staying at the hostel helping the owner out - very nice! Only stayed one night, but was the only one there besides her - so very quiet (Medan is not a tourist city).

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2025

    9.0
    Very good outsider !
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    This hostel deserves more visibility. Almost every equipment for a good hostel is in there. Good mattress, curtains for privacy, lockers, bed lamp, towel, soap and shampoo, in a very nice architectural building! Only people are missing for a perfect vibe. Since there is only few people coming (I was alone during my stay), I can understand that the cleaning is not done everyday and toilet paper is missing, but I am sure this service was good when it was busy.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 28, 2025

    10
    Mega personeel
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Irham who worked at the hostel is a legend! He brought us with his friends to play guitar and sing at a bar and showed us around in Medan on his motorcycle for free 💯. Thank you Irham

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: November 8, 2024

    5.0
    Quiet nice place but has to uptade the specs on booking cause no lounge, no kitchen, no garden and no wifi like describe
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No lounge area, no shared kitchen, no garden, no wifi in room

    Owner very nice Close to restaurant and grocery

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: August 20, 2024

    3.0
    Poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No staff No other People No toilet paper

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: July 14, 2024

    5.0
    Fair
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Self check-inn is a little bit impersonal. No guest were in the hostel

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: February 26, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No comfortable sitting possible in common area

    Nice place, little sleeping compartments with lockable boxes. Strong water + hot shower. Clean. Big fridge. Hot water boiler. We were 2 people sharing the big 10 bed room. Many food stalls, ATM ( main road 2 junctions north ), shops around. Just opposite is a nice lady selling all kind of fruits.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: February 23, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Extremely comfortable bed. Didn’t even want get out in the morning. :D

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: November 9, 2023

    10
    I like the overall minimal hostel design
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The kitchen/pantry area is not equipped

    Fair faced brick facade, double volume skylight design, rustic washroom/shower design

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    No complaints

    Clean, comfortable, beautiful hostel!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: May 27, 2023

    3.0
    Would 100% NOT come back!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Empty, smelly, wifi didn't reach the dorm Didn't see anyone else for 3 days The photos suggest a hostel with atmosphere.... lies

    Worst "boutique" load of crab in the world

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: May 12, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The owner could have tell me sooner for the code of the door. But fortunately, they are fast to response when I asked.

    Clean, tidy, comfortable bed and pillow.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: February 12, 2023

    5.0
    Modern and clean hostel but self check in and transport to airport is not working
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Self check in is horrible. The password to WiFi, which is on the door, is old. I read here comments that self check in is not working so I wrote to host before, but he answered 15 hours later when I didn't have a WiFi. Second thing is that I asked for taxi on airport and get back information that is not possible. I was begging host for help because I stayed in a strange city without any taxi 6 am on airport, not working taxi app ( for grab was to early, blue bird not working on my phone) and not possible to do phone call. Host reject to help me.. finally I order Gojek but situation was very stressful.

    Clean, modern hostel. Bed are very comfortable with curtain and bottle of water. During my visit was only 4 people in hostel so was calm.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: February 8, 2023

    4.0
    Just a bed for the night (if you get in)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The slogan 'More than just a bed for the night' is written on the door but it actually is precisely that. In our two-day stay we haven't seen any staff. The hostel has a self check-in process but this wasn't communicated to us. As a result we faced a closed door since we were travelling without an Indonesian SIM-card and couldn't contact the staff. There is a WiFi-network and password on the door but this network doesn't exist. Therefore, we were lucky there was another person in the hostel that could open the door for us, otherwise it would have been a great challenge to get into the hostel. Dorms, beds and showers are good but the rest of the hostel is completely empty and therefore there is zero atmosphere. A good bed for one night in Medan if there was staff or a decent message (for example via Booking) about the process of checking in.

    Clean accomodation, comfortable beds

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: January 9, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Would have been nice if I got the codes for self check in before I got there, but everything worked out pretty smoothly

    Very nice hostel! It was very clean and modern. The beds are super nice and all for a good price.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: November 27, 2022

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was a faint smell of mould in the room, but everything else was great!

    Really comfortable beds. Felt very safe with the pin coded doors. Really nice place and a good place to relax or get work done. Accessible kitchen as well. Would recommend!

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: October 29, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 10-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very clean, friendly staff, good location. Would stay again.

    Stayed in October 2022

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