Carol 51 Hostel

Closeness to the centre

We couldn't find the accomodation due to its not having a sign with Carol 51 or Hostel . Also it looked like a derelict building. The security to get in was excess, with the door handle to one entrance being fallen off.. The 24 hr desk check in was non- existent. We didn't see anybody at reception the whole time we were there. The whole place looked desolate, like it was mainly used for Romanian male workers, and as females, we felt unsafe. If I'd have been a solo traveller I'd have rebooked somewhere else.

Very good location

Bed and pillows were super uncomfortable

Nice and clean rooms , fridge , two public toilets and a kitchen

The location was very central, and for the price it was good value! The host was very responsive and easy to communicate with. It was great that we had bedding and towels, as well as our own mini fridge. It was very helpful to receive a video on how to check in/collect the keys effectively. The rooms were quiet which made it easy to sleep.

One of the two bathrooms wasn't functioning meaning all guests had to share just one toilet and shower which were in the same room. This wasn't great when getting ready in a morning. I was also surprised to hear from the host via WhatsApp as opposed to directly through booking.com as this hasn't happened before. The shower had to be hand held to avoid making the bathroom wet.

Location and staff

Problems with the windows...they wouldn't close and too much noise from outside because of that. The rest was fine.