Frank's Backpackers

I slept really well for the 5 nights, the area is super quiet and 12 minutes walk into helmond city and 12 minutes walk from the airport. The bed was comfortable, the shower was warm and the place was clean and affordable. There's also bikes available to rent which is good and a swimming pool close by which I used.

It was cheap and cheerful for the five nights. I would have liked if the fridge in the dorm actually worked as I had to use the fridge in the kitchen. I had a perfect stay during the 5 days as there was only one other person but in the summer when it gets busy, it would be great if there is an outside door in the shower as opposed to just two curtains, one for the shower and one entering the shower. I think for safety and peace of mind a door to the shower room would help.

You will start to like more and more dutch people... After you meat Frank!!! Thanks for your hospitality, man!

The 'later than usual' check out time is a huge plus. It enabled me to return and have a shower after running the Eindhoven half marathon, before proceeding to the airport. Key code front door lock is convenient, cause you don't nee to carry around keys.. Hot shower. Lockers for valuables. Very convenient location. Less than 10min walk to the train and bus station. I was allocated a floor level bunk as requested. Handy alcove to put stuff next to bed. Bedside light plus power outlets conveniently next to the bed. I was alone in the dorm. Plenty of information was made available prior to my stay, including a video, so I knew exactly what to expect. Internet code provided in an email along with the door code, so you can connect from just outside the property if needed. This is handy, should there be any changes eg. door code, or dorm bed re-allocation. This shows that the host has considered those, like myself, who don't use roaming broadband. Most hosts don't consider such things, so Frank gets two thumbs up from me. Friendly host.

These are observations, not deal breakers. The configuration of the dorm doesn't make sense. The shower appears to be in a sort of kitchen. Where should you wash your hands after using the toilet? Big opening above toilet door. Lots of manky old 'left items' clutter up the place (free stuff). Empty left shampoo bottles in the shower (free stuff). I get the idea, but it doesn't add to comfort. Not sure why there's a mini fridge way up above the normal fridge.

It was a great way of helping internationals visit this lovely section of the Netherlands :) The dorm was reasonably clean and had all sorts of facilities, and the beds were comfortable. The place is near the train station which is very convenient if traveling to Eindhoven. I also found it really funny that one of the toilets was super high. It was like a "being short simulator". Definitely not a negative thing! But that's just a detail ;)

There was someone snoring very loudly during my stay, which isn't really Frank's fault but definitely a risk when staying in dorm rooms. I also found the blankets were a a lot too warm for the summer, but you should be able to replace them if desired.

The place is well located, everything is clean and neat and the staff are helpful and attentive. The place has everything a traveller needs and provides comfort, safety and a homely environment.