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Reviews of Sandino Hostel - Solo Traveler Sanctuary

5 Sandinostraße, Lichtenberg, 13055 Berlin, Germany

#21 of 523 hotels in Berlin

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Review score

Based on 145 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.7

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.3

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 23 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    It raises your expectations so high that you usually don't like to stay in any other place after that!

    This place is far beyond just a hostel. It feels like a welcoming home for anyone who stays there, even for a couple of days. and usually, the people who stay there for the first time always regret why their stay is not longer (just like I did). The friendly and cosy atmosphere, the cool and inspiring people who own, work or stay there, the cute chicken, the free movie night that happens every evening, The herb garden and the apple tree, and many other things make Sandino one of a kind and a place where everybody loves to return to, once they experience being there. Thank you, Micha and all the other beautiful souls who make Sandino as great as it is now.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 October 2023

    9.0
    It's a place where you will want to come back:)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Very cosy and nice hostel:) Season kitchen and places for sitting and chatting around with other guests outdoors. The atmosphere of local community of people who stay there at the same time with you - it was amazing to spend 3 nights there and inhale its vibe)

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    9.0
    Great unique hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was a bonfire every night and the smoke triggered my allergies.

    Very unique hostel, lots of friendly people open to talk and make friends. The atmosphere is great, reminds me of a farm house. Don't go in expecting the same thing as you would from a chain hostel. It's more like a shared house.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    9.0
    Amazing place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Eh this might be nitpicking, but my top bunk did not have a power socket! Thankfully my phone's cable was super long so that didnt bother me too much. The showers can also be improved Can be a bit far from some places - depends on where you're going

    The space is just incredible, and you can feel the amount of energy and care that's gone into it. Unlike any other hostel I have stayed in, at least in Europe :) Kitchen (well equipped!) and common areas are so cosy and so nice to have. Socialising was easy in the setting, and made some interesting connections I also like the fact that the dorms are a quiet zone and strictly meant for sleeping and resting.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    10
    I will be back whenever I visit Berlin!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The showers could be improved - maybe doors instead of curtains or soap holders would be useful.

    It was so friendly, open and chill. One of the best if not the best hostel I’ve stayed - everyone was so open and friendly! Facilities were always clean.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Simply one of the best hostels I've been. Cinema and campfire every evening, a lot of common social areas. Huge kitchen with everything you need. Location is not that close to the city center, but easy connection with tram M5.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    All stuff and even people who stayed with us was really friendly and kind. Very welcoming, they helped us with everything we need. Even if you need any guide, they will tell u all u need to know. I can for sure recomened this place for stay. Its very near to main city and very near to transport. They do movie night every day so that was really interesting and cool.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    So happy I got to experience this unique property. Can easily stay there a week and more. Very chill and lots of stuff to do

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 September 2023

    10
    One of the best youth hostel in Berlin!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The atmosphere is really nice and chill! The facilities are completed and good for people to communicate. Staffs are really patient. Would like to come again! <3

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    10
    My stay was amazing, I can’t believe such a beautiful place exist on earth. Also the people who welcomed me was very kin
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The place was magical.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hands down the best place ive ever stayed in berlin. I will be coming back next summer.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2023

    10
    Amazing place
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing place, staff are very friendly and location easy to get to on S Bahn

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I've been to so many hostels and none of them even came close to this one ;) So cool, hippie vibes but also really well organized, you can chill knowing the staff will take care of everything (Claire was lovely!). A great place to meet people and go party together, but if you're not in a social mood you can just read a book in the patio and get a good night's sleep as well. Also everyone gets a towel, so no need to bring yours.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2023

    10
    We can easily say that it was our favourite hostel of our entire backpacking trip. We have already recommended it to oth
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The atmosphere was amazing; something for everyone. It was incredibly comfortable and accommodating. We stayed in one of the furnished tents and it was perfect. We actually regretted that we were only there for 3 nights, as we wanted to spend more time at the hostel!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2023

    10
    The perfect place to meet people in a peaceful and respectful atmosphere
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Tent
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Peaceful environment at 20min from city center Tram is right next to the place which is really useful in such a big city

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It isn't central but well connected through the tram.

    First of all, the staff is amazing. The hostel has such good vibes and it's very easy to meet other people. Great showers and cute chickens as a bonus.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2023

    9.0
    Alles gut!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are some mosquitoes at night, which is a bit annoying, but I think it's unavoidable.

    The hosts are very nice! The bed is comfortable, and the room is spacious. Also it's really convenient to get from Alexanderplatz to the hostel. If I have a chance to stay in Berlin in the future, I'll stay here again!!

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 July 2023

    9.0
    A taste of nature in the city.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is very nice with a lot a space for relaxing. It feels like a camping but with the facilities of an Hostel. Staff has been very welcoming and nice. Definitely a place to visit if you like to stay in the nature also while visiting a city. 30minutes distance from the city centre with the Tram, easy to reach with public transport also in the night.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2023

    10
    Best and most genuine hostel experience offered anywhere in Berlin.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 9 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Compared to some of the cheaper hostels avaiable cost level is a few euros steeper but totally worth it for larger shared rooms, excellent cleaning and seevices, very quiet rooms excellent for rest and nice community areas.

    Hands down best and most genuine community type of personal hostel for social interaction and a chilled out stay available in Berlin. The place is excellently run by helpful and pleasant host and the nice outside grounds provides best possible meeting spaces for new and old friends. I also liked that the shared rooms were larger than usual + the kitschen was clean, well equipped and had boxes for ”free to use” etc. Could not recommend more, will stay again (already booked my next week in September even before leaving).

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2023

    10
    Clean comfy and great host
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing really it was great

    Really lovely host and a great community feel. Love the chickens

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    10
    Amazing
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 12-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 14 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff was really good and they make a friendly atmosphere, also they help us in everything you ask for. Overall it was a nice experience and surely suggest my friends to stay there.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 June 2023

    10
    Perfect stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

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    Everything was perfect!!!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 June 2023

    8.0
    This place has a LOT of character and it added something different to our travelling.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Large Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The communal bathrooms might not be for everyone, but this is advertised and is what it is. it didn’t bother us - other guests were respectful.

    Great atmosphere, very communal, great for groups. They put a lot of effort into setting the place up for mingling with other travellers and is ideal for backpackers. it’s one tram journey of 15-20 minutes from central Berlin but has enough amenities nearby. The semi-outdoors cooking area has a really nice summery feel to it.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2023

    8.0
    Nice stay, nice place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 9-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing I disliked was that the showers didn't have a mount place for the shower head, as someone from Brazil I'd like if it had some.

    The ambience and feel of the place, the price, location was also good, they have facilities for cooking, offer a "survival guide" in case you're lost and staff is friendly, had a great time there.

    Stayed in June 2023

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