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Reviews of Downtown Homestay

Ulitsa Ibraimova 108, 720011 Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

#17 of 122 hotels in Bishkek

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Review score

Based on 58 hostel reviews

9.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    9.3

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  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    10
    Highly recommended hostel in Bishkek
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The host was really accommodating and friendly, plus she speaks english that made our stay more better. The house was clean and comfortable. It is also located in the center of the city. We will definitely stay here again once we are back in Bishkek.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

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

    Really helpful and lovely lady running the homestay, she helped me book buses, tours and hairdresser. Very clean and great location. Very comfortable bed.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent budget option
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It is a small room, but you know that beforehand, so nothing to complain.

    The hostel is very central, super clean and the owner is super helpful and supportive answering all your questions. Definitely recommended for a budget traveller

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    This hostel is highly recommended!!! a perfect place to stay in Bishkek Kyrgyzstan
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing

    The landlord is very nice! She can speak well in English and you can assure that she would assist you in your inquiries. The location is perfect for everything you needed as a tourist. The value for money is worth it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 January 2024

    10
    Me and my friends had an amazing stay here. I want to take this opportunity to thank the owner, Ms. Gul Nura for being s
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. All is perfect!

    It is super clean, organised and the location.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 December 2023

    10
    Great spot for quick capital visit especially with group of friends
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    All was good really for the small size hostel

    Great location - right in the center, washing machine and good facilities

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The owner is very nice and accomodating. The place is really clean.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The place is clean and the owner is very accommodating.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2023

    10
    Great for backpackers
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This hostel boasts an outstanding location that's not only convenient but also fosters connections with fellow adventurers. While the bedroom and shared bathroom are basic, it's a great place for budget conscious backpackers. However, what truly elevates this hostel to greatness is the owner's exceptional service. The owner's remarkable responsiveness, invaluable assistance, and proficient English skills made all the difference in my stay. When I mentioned my plans to visit Issyk Kul and my eagerness to witness an Eagle Hunting Demonstration, she went above and beyond by connecting me with an incredible eagle hunter in Issyk Kul – who, by the way, was absolutely fantastic! For an unforgettable and budget friendly experience, I wholeheartedly recommend this hostel!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 October 2023

    10
    English speaking landlady :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A very welcoming lady who speaks very good English and is ready to help with anything. :) Wi-fi strong, many powerpoints, beds comfortable. Kitchen with tea, coffee and filtered water is next to the double room. Bathroom with a hairdryer. Washing machine available for 200 som. All apartment clean and tidy. Shops all around, bus station very close.. Great value for the price.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Awesome location, very helpful owners, clean and cosy

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    10
    I feel at home at her place. Thanks
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I can’t think of anything but if you don’t refer to her guidance video, it will be hard to find her place. Please note that her place is right in the heart of the city so it is extremely convenient to travel from her place to major attraction.

    There are many plus points about this hostel. 1) Staff The host was very professional and welcoming. She would make sure that you will be able to find the right way to her place by sending you the video clip. Even if before I reached her hostel, she arranged with her son to meet me at the gate outside her place. That shows that they actually walked extra mile to ensure that the guests would arrive at the hostel safely. That is the most important trait that the host has ever displayed towards the guests. 2) Accommodating towards my needs As I had no idea of what to spend my time in Bishek, she shared with me details of day trip packages but they are all in Russian. Despite her busy schedule she went further to explain in details and I could make a right decision to pay for right day trip package. 3) Clean property I am so pleasantly pleased that her place was so clean and functional. Basic things are just sufficient for me and the bed was just right for me. The most important thing is that they came with privacy curtain. I am very pleased with the host. One more thing to the guest travellers is that it is perfectly ask questions about Bishkek but please do research about the place first. There is a lot of information on the website and you can ask the host about something that you cannot find online. It will be helpful for the host. And last time after comparing my stay between this hostel and popular apple hostel, I feel that this hostel could offer much more in terms of comfort, convenience and better attitude. I could feel I’m welcome at home at her place.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    10
    Everything is perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and location is perfect Hostel owner is very friendly and helpful

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    * we had little trouble with finding the accommodation - the entrance is in the courtyard and there are no bells (you need to call the owner by phone)

    * accommodation is in the city center near large shopping centers and squares with monuments * the apartment has a beautiful and fully equipped kitchen, a new modern bathroom, air conditioning * the apartment is clean and the stay was very pleasant * the owner speaks excellent English * the owner arranged a taxi for us to the airport at night at an affordable price * the owner is still available on the phone, he can help with everything * we would definitely stay here again

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    10
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The entrance to the facility is not that great. It’s hard to find the place. You must call the number to find the place.

    It’s super clean and nice.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is great near the city centre,good value for the price.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2023

    9.0
    Very central hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The twin room was really minuscule and bare, jammed behind the kitchen. No problem if you want to enjoy rhe hostel vibe but definitely not the place for a romantic couple stay.

    We didn't stay long enough to enjoy the hospitality this place is known for, as we arrived very late and left very early. We only met the family's son who was kind enough to wait for us late into the night. The bathroom and kitchen seemed to have all the necessary facilities. Location is excellent, right in the heart of the city.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2023

    9.0
    Nice experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Honestly i only didnt like the number of toilets for 6 or more people. There was only one unfortunately. Thanks god, second day there was nobody :)

    The owner of hostel is really perfect . She is so so so helpful. I am glad to know her:)

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 June 2023

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

    The owner, Gulnara, is the best part of this hostel. She is super helpful, speaks perfect English. She helped me arrange my trip and put together the tours. I can't say enough good about staying here! Very clean and great location, wonderful shared kitchen

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Clean accomodation conditions. Guest's pleasure focussed , friendly and helpful host . Location is perfect by being close to main sights of the city and espescially for whom willing to keep going to or coming from Almaty because minibus going to Kazakhstan border passes just less than 100 meters away from the hostel.

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2023

    9.0
    Cozy hostel in the apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nice family vibes. The place is run by a woman and her son in their apartments in the city center. Rather quiet hostel that would suit for rest but not for late comings, partying, etc. I was given good advice regarding what to visit around that I appreciated a lot. Thank you!

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2023

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

    Чисто и уютно.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 November 2022

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

    Very comfortable beds, silent location, friendly owners

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2022

    9.0
    Conveniently located hostel with great owner
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel owner is very nice, speaks great English and was very helpful with our queries about transport, etc. It is well located close to a shopping mall, restaurants and the central streets of Bishkek. We stayed there a second time after returning to Bishkek.

    Stayed in October 2022

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