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Reviews of Kabannas Newcastle

17 Carliol Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6UQ , United Kingdom

#28 of 58 hotels in Newcastle upon Tyne

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Review score

Based on 1748 hostel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.4

  • Comfort

    8.3

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    7.9

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  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    9.0
    Would definitely stay here again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Shared Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    No electric jug for a cup of tea OR cooking facilities - but for the price ok. Need to pay to store luggage for the day.

    Hostel bottom floor has a bar which is a fantastic social spot, brilliant staff, and they do a top quiz night! Great location was just round the corner from the main bus station. Secure lockers in the room.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    7.0
    Nice place but won’t stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • King Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room wasn’t very “homely”

    Came to Newcastle for a gig. Hotel was decent but room unclean in areas and general maintenance problems

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Shared Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    groups of German kids running wild in the corridor at night. Reported to staff

    Good vibe Great staff Cleanliness Security Rooms warm and cosy Sky sports Good selection of beers and wines Plenty of hot water Laundry Good wifi

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Shared Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    During my entire visit, my light (nor plug sockets) were working so if I wanted to read in the evening, I wasn’t able to, because the only alternative would be putting the light on for the room when people are trying to sleep. I also wasn’t too pleased about being told, on arrival (on a Friday-Monday trip) that breakfast was 7.30-10, and then when I go to have breakfast on Monday at 9.15, I’m told that breakfast stops at 9 on weekdays. Luckily the staff at the reception (which is in the restaurant/ bar area in the day) let me have some cereal, and then asked if I wanted tea, coffee or juice, and then asked if I wanted any pastries, and so made up for it.

    We all had a ‘crable’ next to our beds which you could put stuff on and had charging sockets and a light. The staff were very friendly.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Shared Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing all good.

    Great staff and location. Hostel clean and bed fine. Enjoyed my stay, and for the price an excellent experience.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    9.0
    Would definitely come again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Shared Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bathroom was tiny. The location wasn't bad, but also wasn't too ideal. 15-20 mins walk from the train station.

    The beds were comfy, there was an attached bathroom which was convenient. There was a also a pub downstairs which was really cool. Enough storage space to keep your stuff underneath the beds.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    7.0
    Great location and excellent value - would definitely recommend to others.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Private Ensuite Room, sleeps 5 (Double and 3 Bunks)
    • Stayed 1 night

    We didnt' realise that we had to provide our own towels or hire them from the hostel.

    The location was great, the price was excellent. The beds were comfortable and the shower was good. We literally wanted somewhere to sleep so didn't expect much but were pleasantly surprised. It was myself and my 13YO son. We did book a larger room so we had more space. We also paid to leave a bag in luggage storage which was only £2 and you had until 11pm to collect it.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Shared Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not the cleanest linens

    Affordable prices and quite clean

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    Location ++, Price wow !, family friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Private Ensuite Room, sleeps 5 (Double and 3 Bunks)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There definitely IS accessible access but ramp Would be far easier maybe even a metal on over The steps.

    Perfect location 6 minute Walk to all restaurants and center, very clean and family Friendly!!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    9.0
    It's a good place to rest at a reduced fee
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Shared Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    As for now I like everything I experienced in the facility.

    Location was great considering the proximity to bustops.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only that there was no tea or coffee in the room

    Practically everything

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    8.0
    Would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Shared Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Property was clean and great for a group of girls going out in Newcastle for the night.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    8.0
    Cheap and very cheerful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Private Ensuite Room, sleeps 5 (Double and 3 Bunks)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom “pod” might not be to everyone’s liking - but hey, it’s much better than many other hostels and it works.

    Great location, much quieter than expected, really good bar facilities and truly lovey, helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Great place in Newcastle.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Shared Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    It's a shame there's no kitchen facilities available. I'd spend more in the bar if it was a little cheaper for the guests. Wasn't a fan of luggage storage charges before check in. 11/4/24 - It's very disheartening to learn in the response to this review about a 20% discount in the bar for food and drinks after I checked out. I was there for five nights and had coffee and beers every day and was charged what was on the menus. I was never told it once and chatted with you every day. You knew I was staying in the hostel. I even applied for a job. No where near the cheapest in Newcastle city centre either. Your cheapest pint is £4.50. I can find it for £2.77 in town. 60% more :)

    This hostel surpassed my expectations by far. It's uncommon to find a hostel as clean as this one. Newcastle is a city that is overlooked, but it truly deserves a few days of exploration. Just a word of caution: the coffee packs a punch, so be prepared for its strength. Free laundry! 10 minute walk from the train station and 5 minutes from the bus. Amazing value.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Good value trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Private Ensuite Room, sleeps 5 (Double and 3 Bunks)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattresses don’t have springs so are not supportive and are uncomfortable. There are tv’s but are not connected to an Arial and connecting to internet so you can watch Netflix just doesn’t seem to be possible so we were unable to use it.

    Great location, great price, breakfast is available, nice bar, place is clean, staff are friendly and we were able to check in early. We also had towels provided free of charge.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    A very good and well run hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Shared Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Squeaky bathroom door Bloodststain on sheets No locker under my bunk Guests coming in late Bathroom lit by a shaver light Bunk on top of mine was broken on underside Some had left a piece of chewing gum above my bunk not spotted by cleaners Toilet very close to the shower Shower curtain stuck to my back when in the shower Whole bathroom floor got wet after a shower

    Staff very helpful cleanliness nice warm room Nice bar area Central location quiet Value for money Laundry room Sausage baps Secure Lots of hot water Chill out area Bright modern decor

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Shared Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room 310 the window doesn't close properly so there is draft coming through which ended up with me getting a cold The dorms are small with 2 people in there their isn't much space with 4 would be not a lot of space

    Comfy bed nice thick duvet Good location short walk from the centre Bar and restaurant area with live music and sports on

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Private Ensuite Room, sleeps 5 (Double and 3 Bunks)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No parking

    Good value for money

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    8.0
    Enjoyable apart from weather
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Shared Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No privacy while in bed, should have curtains around beds like other hostels

    Very clean and staff superb

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Shared Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom was quite small.

    Only a few minutes from the city centre and the staff was really friendly and welcoming!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Would stay again
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Friendly staff ! Clean and nice bar

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Overall, a really good hostel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Shared Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Temperature control in the room seemed to be faulty meaning the room was very hot. Unfortunately there was no sanitary waste bin in the building, neither downstairs in the disabled toilet or upstairs in or near the rooms which meant that it was difficult to dispose of incontinence waste. It would be great if there were sanitary waste bins at the property so that when needed people can discreetly dispose of products with dignity rather than taking them away from the hostel.

    Great location, clean, comfortable bed, decent shower.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Shared Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom door had swelled in the frame so was incredibly noisy to open and close in a dorm room full of people. Doors and walls were thin so you could hear a lot of noise from the hallway. That being said, not bad for how cheap it was.

    Good value for a hostel. Accommodation was very clean, beds were comfortable and each room had its own bathroom per room. Each bed had a great charging stand with wireless charging, powerpoints and a personal light

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 March 2024

    8.0
    Excellent/Would Recommend.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    NOTHING MUCH.

    MOST

    Stayed in February 2024

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