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Reviews of Hostel Mangalem

Lagja Mangalem, 5000 Berat, Albania

#6 of 74 hotels in Berat

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Review score

Based on 196 hostel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.3

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.7

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  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Extremely friendly personnel, super cozy and beautiful hostel and besically in the Center of the old town. What more can you ask for?

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Great place, great host, great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect 🙌

    The place is in such a great location, the host is super friendly and it has a small kitchen and lounge area which is useful. Beds were super comfy and they has storage lockers to safely secure your things.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    9.0
    Perfect location, stunning view. Clean room and nice hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Included breakfast on the terrace would be a nice extra touch but in general nothing to complain about!

    The location of the hostel is just perfect. The mother and daughter running it are super nice and welcoming. I was the only guest and they really took good care of me. The room is cosy and there's everything you need include lockers and luggage storage under the bed, padlocks included (which is so rare!)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Nice place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is no kitchen.

    Location is excellent. The views are nice. The lady who checked me in was very nice although she doesn’t speak English. She made coffee and putt me in the room with 4 beds because all the bottom beds in the other room were occupied.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    A gem which will wow you
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    X

    This hostel has breathtaking views over the river & old town. Everything is a few steps away. You can easily go up to the castle, cross the river, go shopping or just enjoy a drink in the picturesque veranda. The cleanliness is spot on, the bed is super comfortable and we got entertained by the lovely dad of the owner. It is worth mentioning that this hostel is super relaxing and chill; and the interior is traditional yet pretty with stonewares, crochets ,etc. I appreciated the lockers for both luggage and valuables. I loved my stay and felt privileged being hosted by this lovely family. Thank you all

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    10
    Had a very good stay here! The host are very hospitable and helpful. They provide everything. Thank you very much indeed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Best location and family style house. The room is very neat and tidy.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2023

    10
    Definitely recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/a

    I've been travelling for around 15 years, and the owner of this place is the warmest person I've ever met hands down. I showed up when the property was closed and not only they still managed to accommodate me, but offered an alternative just in case. Fresh fruits in the garden, great breakfast, perfect location in an authentic place for a cheap price. Offered an extra blanket just in case. Free towel.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Best hostel in Berat!! I enjoyed it so much :)

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    It was a really nice facility with a great view of the river and a big room.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    friendly owner! central location and clean! highly recommended!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The lady is one of the kindest people I've ever met. She could speak only a few words in English, even though I felt very welcome.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    10
    Amazing Hostel with the kindest owner
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Beautiful place in the old town region mangalem. The house is really nice and I really liked the beds to. But the best thing about this place are the owners. I‘ve never had kinder hosts anywhere else. When I had food poisoning the owner made me tea and gave me food etc. and she was really really sweet. Absolutely recommend this place fot your stay in Berat!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    .

    Great location. Beautiful terrace. AC works fine. Nice staff. Breakfast for 2€ was fair

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    9.0
    Would definetely like to come again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner and the staff was absolutely great. The location is perfect as it is close to the main road and also has a nice view.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2023

    10
    I had a pleasant time in Gjirokaster.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If they could put a microwave in the kitchen will be great.

    The dorm was very comfortable and clean. I met many solo backpackers from all over the world. We shared our different itineraries about where to go and where have we been. I stayed 4nights here and never felt boring. The families were so friendly and helpful. The owner helped me to drop my heavy luggage to the bus station. I felt so lucky that I chose to stay in this lovely hostel.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely, homey place

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mangalem is a great experience in every way. Great family! I didn't want to leave!, they go above and beyond - amazing people. The location is perfect, and the house is so nice tourists take photos of it, just the right size for a chill hostel and a perfect green outdoor area, friendly people, friendly place. Even the views from the bedroom window are pure magic. Much love for Genda and family, they took my stay in Berat to the next level.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Good beds, AC, wifi, nice people, good location

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2023

    10
    felt like home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    nothing

    felt like home, got free coffee

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Authentic historical house, very clean and cosy.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2023

    10
    Lovely family and beautiful hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No complaints. I extended my stay here and stayed 6 nights and I felt like part of the family! :) Their kindness was some of the best in Albania.

    Everything! Wonderful family, perfect location, beautiful hostel, I couldn’t ask for more!! I can’t wait to come back.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful place, very clean and really friendly owners.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A very lovely, relaxing and charming place, in a very beautiful area. If I am lucky enough to come back in Albania, I definitely would try to stay there again. The whole family is adorable and welcoming but a really special thanks to Amela who is a true gem, and made my stay in Permet so special ! Thanks a lot !

    Stayed in July 2023

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