The bathroom in my dorm didn't have toilet paper. The shower gel needed a refill too. But when I requested for it, they promptly added it.

Loved Laura's "Book of Recommendations" for Jogjakarta and even some bonus activities to do nearby towns! It was very thoughtfully put together with prices but also cute sketches. The free dinner at night is super nice because you get to meet other travellers and talk to them about their stay so far.

Stayed in June 2023

Laura and the staff are an amazing source of information for what to do in Yogyakarta and the surrounding areas. The hostel is located near the train station and scooter rentals. The communal breakfast and dinner are a great way to meet other travellers.

Stayed in June 2023

Fantastic price and food. Really sociable. Laura just gives the best trip advices. She even helped me by message when I wasn't at the hostel anymore. Every local knows Laura backpackers in the city and no wonder why! Simply the best

Stayed in May 2023

Bathrooms could have been a tad cleaner

Laura is so helpful, and the hostel is great value for money as well as being in a great location. The free breakfast and dinner were always tasty.

Stayed in May 2023

- rooms could do with some maintenance but you can’t complain for the price - beds aren’t the comfiest

- Amazing, sociable hostel - Laura and staff are kind, patient, helpful and cannot do enough for all guests - Dinner served every evening free of charge, a great way to get people together and chatting - Great place to stay if you’re feeling a little lost and overwhelmed - Location is close enough to walk to train station and shops and local attractions

Stayed in May 2023

No lockers

Great location of the place, near to the centre and still a little bit far from the crazy hassle. The room is nice, with it's own toilet and bathroom. It's possible to use second one if this one is busy. AC working. The only thing - there is no lockers and the room is not lockable from the inside. The dinner and breakfast is free, tasty and you have an opportunity to talk with other travelers and local Laura who can help you out with your plans - everyone is very sociable

Stayed in April 2023

Mattresses on beds were cheap (so not very comfortable) and the bathrooms could do with an upgrade (and some more hooks on the walls to keep things dry). Most importantly, DO NOT book the tour to Bromo and Ijen through Laura’s Backpackers - 4 of us went together and three of the four of us had things stolen from our bags that were locked in a room at the homestay included as part of the tour. plus the vehicle used to transport us was not roadworthy. Spend a little more to do a nicer tour.

Laura is incredibly warm, friendly and helpful in providing advice about what to do and where to go in Yogyakarta, Java and Indonesia as a whole. The free breakfast and dinner were also delicious and brought all travellers together for a great social feel.

Stayed in February 2023

Nothing

The staff could not do enough for you here, so helpful in every way and sent us off on our way for the long train journey today with a gorgeous packed lunch. The food was yummy and all the people I’ve met here have been amazing. While the dorms are basic enough, there is hot water in the showers and really good water pressure and it’s a really great place to meet fellow backpackers. Laura is super helpful with all her advice on the surrounding area and Indonesia in general. I will 100% return here if I am ever back in Yogyakarta ❤️

Stayed in February 2023

Felt like no privacy in the bathrooms, and was usually missing toilet paper and soap

Comfy bed, free breakfast and dinner, nice staff

Stayed in February 2023

If I remember it well, there were no lockers.

One of the best hostel I have ever been to. So friendly atmosphere, I met many chill people, had so much fun and even extended my stay. Simple rooms but comfy beds, clean bathroom. Staff is very friendly, Laura is a great host, very helpful. There are free (ans super tasty!) dinners every evening, where you can meet other guest and make plans for group trips. As a solo traveller I really apreciated it. You can also book tours to the temples or Ijen volcano directly at the reception. Jogja and it's surroundings is a great place. I havent expect there would be so many things to do. One week is not enough! I definitely want to do back there one day.

Stayed in December 2022

No lockers, if I remember it well.

One of the best hostel I have ever been to. So friendly atmosphere, I met many chill people, had so much fun and even extended my stay. Simple rooms but comfy beds, clean bathroom. Staff is very friendly, Laura is a great host, very helpful. There are free (ans super tasty!) dinners every evening, where you can meet other guest and make plans for group trips. As a solo traveller I really apreciated it. You can also book tours to the temples or Ijen volcano directly at the reception. Jogja and it's surroundings is a great place. I havent expect there would be so many things to do. One week is not enough! I definitely want to do back there one day.

Stayed in December 2022

My room was very frowsty, door wasn't closed during the night and there was no safe place to store the bigger bags, uncomfortable sofas

Very social, both breakfast and dinner included, hot water in the shower, drinking water provided, helpful staff

Stayed in February 2023

Staying in Laura’s is like being at home! They really helped to plan day trips from Jogja. There is free dinner as well! All sits together at enjoy and share the experiences…

Stayed in January 2023

The fan rooms get very hot, so I would choose air conditioning if possible!

Laura is amazing - she sees everyone at dinner to help them plan their activities the next day, and has the best tips. She'll even go out of her way to help you arrange activities, and teach you more about the culture. I extended my stay multiple times as, thanks to her, I really learnt to love the city and all the cool things there are to do there! The free family dinners and breakfasts are a great idea, and a nice communal space to meet people. It's a great place for solo travellers. You can rent bikes for reasonable prices too.

Stayed in January 2023

free dinner where you meet all the people, the stuff was very helpful and gave great recommendations

Stayed in January 2023

Beds could be a little bit more comfy

Really nice helpful host, nice hostel.

Stayed in January 2023

Cleanliness in the rooms & bathrooms could be improved, and it’s a shame there isn’t much of a social area. Personally I’d recommend seeing the sights in the city yourself rather than on the free walking tour as it felt a bit rushed & didn’t add much information.

The staff were very friendly & Laura was super helpful. The free dinner was also great.

Stayed in January 2023

Room is stuffy and hot and the windows don't open.

Awesome location, nicely tucked away in a kampung street, staff is friendly, free breakfast and dinner, nice working/socializing area.

Stayed in December 2022

I had such a lovely stay at Laura’s. the staff is really friendly and its en very social hostel! i would highly recommend it!! :)

Stayed in December 2022

One bed in one of the shared rooms is very shakey and squeaky

The staff is kind, friendly and very helpfull! The prices include a small breakfast and dinner, which us really nice

Stayed in November 2022

Cold water in the room

The vegetariana food in the evenings

Stayed in November 2022

A bit noisy from the street and bathrooms couldn’t be more cleaner, but all in all value for money is still ++

Great breakfast and dinner, the place is packed with international travelers and young Indonesian people. Definitely recommended for solo travelers who are fine with budget standard :)

Stayed in October 2022

Free breakfast and dinner. Friendly staff and other tourists

Stayed in October 2022

if you’re a light sleep and you’re trying to do the temple sun rise tour, try and ask for a room further away from the social area.

everything is great. it’s cheap but has good facilities including a good wash and dry per kilo. free breakfast and free dinner. great food next to reception and good cafe opposite all staff extremely helpful. 10/10 would recommend

Stayed in October 2022

The best was Laura, she loves her job and you can feel her passion for what she does, sharing tips and recommendations to everyone. Free breakfast and dinner around dinner table give you chance to meet other travelers.

Stayed in September 2022