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If you're planning a trip to Budapest and feeling overwhelmed with choosing a hostel, I'm here to help!
I stayed at eight different hostels in Budapest, including Flow Spaces.
This article presents my review of Flow Spaces Budapest, which I ranked as the fourth-best hostel on mybest hostels listbased on my personal experience.
Summary — Flow Spaces Budapest Review
Who is this hostel for?
- Flow Spaces is primarily asocial atmospherehostel- like a college dorm.
- It'sgreat for budget travellers.
What was the best part of staying here?
- I loved thelounge areawhere I could socialize with other guests and thequiet workspacefor digital nomads.
- Thebed was spaciouswith aprivacy curtainand storage compartment.
- The receptionists provided exceptional service.
What was the worst part of staying here?
- I found thecommunal co-ed bathto be disappointing. There wasno private area to changeclothes.
- Thebedrooms were cramped, making it difficult to move around.
Did I enjoy my stay here? Would I return?
- I enjoyed my stay here, but I don't think I'll be coming back.
- If I'm looking for anaffordable option with better quality of life, I'd chooseMaverick Urban Lodge over Flow Spaces.
- However, if I'm in the mood for asocial and party-oriented hostel,Hostel Onewould be my go-to choice.
How much does it cost? Is it good value for money?
- Prices start from 9€ per night, making Flow Spaces an extremely affordable hostel.
- If you want to maximize value at the expense of some comfort, I recommendAvenue Hostelwhich includes 2 free meals and has a similar price range.
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Summary & Overall Impression
Flow Spaces presents a beautifulblend between a hostel's sociable atmosphere and a hotel's calm,perfect for those desiring amiddle ground.
With avibe reminiscent of acollege dorm, this hostel is ideal for budget travelers seeking a balanced experience.
Starting at awallet-friendly9€ per night, Flow Spaces offers excellent value.
With a welcoming andsociable atmosphere, aquiet workspace, and a well-equipped kitchen, Flow Spaces offers a unique hostel experience worth considering.
Location
- Flow Spaces is in apeaceful 9th districtof the city center, just a few minutes walk from Central Market Hall and the airport shuttle bus stop.
Noise Levels
- You can expecttypical hostel noisesfrom other guests, butstreet noise is low.
- The hostel is near aquiet 1-lane roadwhere buses or trolleys don't pass by.
Check-in
- They have2-3 receptions available 24/7- checking in was a breeze. They'll ask for your ID and give you a passcard for your room.
- Note that the hostelhas no elevator, so be prepared to climb a three flights of stairs.
- The hotel offersfree luggage storageboth before check-in and after check-out. Additionally, they also havesecure lockersavailablefor an extra fee.
Vibe & People
- The winter streets of Budapest can be harsh, but I felt like entering an oasis in a desert after setting foot in Flow Spaces! It's so welcoming!
- The staff was veryfriendly and helpful.
- Mostguests were in their low twenties, but I saw people of all ages.
- The main dining area/lounge is a great spot to eat, cook and socialize with other travelers.
Room
- The rooms, while somewhatsmall, featurelarge, comfortable bedsequipped withprivacy curtainsand alockable storage box with a free padlock.
Bed
- My bed was comfortable and had aprivacy curtain, light, socket, and storage box. Thebox was in the waywhen getting onto the bed.
- I foundstray female hair on the pillowunder the pillow sheet despite it being washed. Hygiene was acceptable in the bathroom and the entire hostel otherwise.
- The bed had a wooden frame and tended tosqueak.
Locker
- Asecure stashcan be found under the bed, and thepadlock is includedfor free.
Bathroom
- My room did not have a private bathroom and instead, I had to use aco-ed communal bathroom.
- Unfortunately, therewasn't a private spot to get dressedas you either had to use the wet shower or the toilet.
Kitchen
- The kitchen isspacious and well-equippedwith kitchenware, including anoven. There isfree food and coffee left by othersfor you to use.
- Thefridges were messy.
Miscellaneous
Quiet Workspace
- I discovered that both thedining room tablesand thequiet workspacewith my laptop weregreat for getting work done.
- There is abalconyavailable for those who need to smoke.
Краткие факты
🧑 Perfect for:
- Budget-conscious solo travelers or digital nomads (male or female)
- Families, couples, or small groups
- Perfect if you want to feel a friendly, upbeat and social vibe
🛏️ Rooms offered:
- 6 or 8-bed mixed or female-only dormitory rooms
- 1-6 bed private room
🏷️ Prices:
- From 13€/night (shared room)
- From 32€/night (private room)
🧖 Most important amenities:
- 24/7 front desk
- Common bathroom
- Shared kitchen
- Laptop-friendly work area in the lounge
- Secure item storage in the reception
- Item stash (padlock included)
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