Blokhuisplein 40 Celblok H, Verdieping 1 en 2, 8911 LJ Leeuwarden, Netherlands
#6 of 15 hotels in Leeuwarden
Guests' ChoiceBased on 215 hostel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.3
Location
9.5
Facilities
8.3
Staff
9.3
Value for money
8.9
Free WiFi
8.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 10 July 2022
Magdalena
PolandOne of the best hostels I have ever visited! Very good price-standard ratio, super clean, comfortable, nice room, close to railway station, friendly staff
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 28 June 2022
Alison
United Kingdomnothing
quirky
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 5 June 2022
Dfmaz
Italy-
In the city center. It's a really beautiful place where to stay! I suggest u this hostel!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: 23 May 2022
David
Czech RepublicFormer prison atmopshere is unique and special. Room was nice and clean, beds comfortable. Location of the hotel is close to the center and canals. Staff was friendly and helpfull. Hotel lounge where you can chill and borrow games is nice touch.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: 14 May 2022
Patricia
NetherlandsThe beds were not super comfy, but I already knew that, so no worries.
I liked the whole "prison" experience. The toilet and bathroom were clean. Easy check-in and check-out.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 25 April 2022
Jörg
GermanyWe have been there several times before and would always come back. A unique place to stay in Leeuwarden with a very friendly and helpful staff. And we can recommend the breakfast and the beer at the bar.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 17 April 2022
Anand
NetherlandsSound- proofing the windows better would be give better sleep to the guests
Nice hostel/ hotel for a night stay.. Renovated former prison with good rooms.. Stayed in private room with private bathroom and liked the stay..
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 30 March 2022
Stuart
NetherlandsNothing really, but if anything; the beds are good for a hostel, but basic so don’t expect anything fancy. They are clean and they provide fresh bedding and towel.
unique location, great value, friendly staff, clean rooms and facilities
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 17 February 2022
Alexander
RussiaAuthenticity
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 7 February 2022
Karen
NetherlandsI was in the room 207 and i had to walk all the hall to get to the toilet. When you are half sleep during the night it is just not very convenient.
It was very interesting to sleep in a building like this with a lot of history.
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 6 February 2022
Marloes
NetherlandsSome background noises (maybe ventilation) can be heard, but I brought earplugs, so I personally did not mind at all!
Showers, atmosphere, price, location, staff, keys
Stayed in February 2022
Reviewed: 9 January 2022
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Germanystaff
Stayed in November 2021
Reviewed: 29 December 2021
Marion
NetherlandsLack of proper storage cupboards in the rooms.
All facilities are super clean and fresh. The breakfast was excellent and beds very comfortable.
Stayed in December 2021
Reviewed: 24 November 2021
Renata
PortugalSince it was a prison, I understand that it’s difficult to make it comfortable (but it is!), but the corridor is really cold. iI could be warmer.
Everything!
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 13 October 2021
Vandermei
United StatesThere is a museum there so you have to be ok with walking to the showers or bathrooms and seeing people wonder around on the ground floor, however they do make a great effort to let them know that there are guests staying there and have put up ropes to keep them out.
The staff were amazing, super helpful and friendly. It was a thrill to have a prison stay without being arrested and you know being able to leave when ever we wanted. All and all it was a fantastic experience and again the staff were on point and very helpful.
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 19 September 2021
Zoiti
GreeceRooms, area , it was super clean
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 14 September 2021
Brigitte
Netherlandsthe mattresses are plastic covered so you get very warm at night.
super location, with restaurants, bars, shops and prison museum in the complex. rooms are clean, staff super friendly. cool but eery atmosphere
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 2 September 2021
Zoltan
HungaryThe Hostel is just amazing - with its special history and atmosphere combined with the modern layout. Fantastic cleanness and staff.
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 29 August 2021
Sherree
NetherlandsVery clean except around the base the of the tap & drain in the sink, these were not clean
Staff were really helpful, building is beautiful & tastefully renovated
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 22 August 2021
Oliver
AustriaYou could hear everything going on outside from your room...
It was clean, but there were not that many guest. Checking was fast and easy and very well located. We also like the experience of sleeping somewhere different than a hotel.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 13 August 2021
Esther
NetherlandsEverything was good.
The place is super interesting. Bed was comfortable and the bathroom was very decently sized. Recommended!
Stayed in August 2021
Reviewed: 11 August 2021
Christa
United StatesSometimes outside was noisy because it is in the middle of town
Clean, great staff, vibrant surroundings.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 29 July 2021
Erik
Czech RepublicRooms are hot as soon as sun peak out from the sky.
Amazing interior, clean and personal very friendly and helpfull.
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 28 July 2021
Maico
NetherlandsAlthough we were Very happy With everything, the only thing I wasn’t happy with was the breakfast. Was not worth 8 euros (adult and kids same price) except for the convenience. Would’ve like to seen better quality food or more variety. Missed having honey on yoghurt and tea.
Loved the place and the staff were friendly and helpful. Very clean throughout the whole place!
Stayed in July 2021
Reviewed: 15 July 2021
Attila
HungaryNothing to complain about.
Exceptional hospitality concept. Very unique ambience and design. One of a kind. All facilities are neat and clean, well equipped. Staff very kind and helpful.
Stayed in July 2021
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