Lonely Planet Review

You may forget you're in a hostel at all if you stay at this long-running central accommodation. The vibe is so laid back and the staff so friendly and welcoming, you'll feel like you've landed at some giant, low-key sleep-over with a bunch of really cool friends.

Rooms here are spread over three floors and everywhere you look there's natural light and bright slashes of colour jazzing up the corridors and rooms - quiet, artsy travellers will feel right at home here. Bunks and beds are an imposing size. All that heavy, solid wood furniture gives the rooms a comfortably rustic feel rather than the run-of-the-mill institutional atmosphere of so many large hostels. One private double room is available, but generally put aside for families. There's a lovely garden out back and an Internet terminal for guests. A continental breakfast is included with the dorm rates. A one-time-per-visit fee of 3.00 is charged for bedding.