I didn't give the maximum for cleanliness this time because there was a plastic fork and hairs left on the ledge above the beds. Otherwise very clean. The water suddenly cut out totally the morning of my stay. The staff had it turned on again, but there was an annoying delay to let the water heat enough for a shower.

I tend to stay in the Budget hostel rather than the attached Martini Hotel because the private hostel rooms are much less dusty (no carpet, thinner curtains, newer bathrooms). With more hard surfaces, they seem cleaner. This time, I was given a room with twin beds (not the usual bunks), and the bathroom contained soap and shower gel, which I don't remember from previous visits. Ok, there is no desk or wardrobe, but you don't always need those. Staff are helpful, and let me check in early.

Stayed in April 2024

The place was clean and near the main train station

Stayed in April 2024

Very small room

Good location in Groningen

Stayed in April 2024

Bathroom very small and not with all the stuff that would be needed there. Fire alarm falsely went off in the middle of the night.

Cheap option for a short trip in Groningen. Very central.

Stayed in March 2024

Beds don't have a number and therefore not assigned at the time of reservation. This can be good or bad depending on if you travel together.

It's very conveniently located in the city of Groningen, at a walking distance from the central station with supermarkets and restaurants near by. The room had a private bathroom with toilet and shower.

Stayed in February 2024

The breakfast area (and breakfast)

Stayed in January 2024

The room keycard stopped working a few times, meaning I had to make my way back down to the reception to get it reactivated. Not much of a hassle but got annoying after the first time.

Hotel is located in an amazing quiet location eith a central location with great shops and restaurants close by. Staff were super friendly and were always helpful. Room was well kept and clean.

Stayed in February 2024

heating could be better

great location

Stayed in January 2024

No negative comments

Friendly staff Very Near to a supermarket,restaurants and pubs

Stayed in December 2023

Shower was very small and there was little water pressure. The shower curtain was also constistently sticking to my leg because of how small it was. Which led to the rest of the bathroom becoming wet.

You were able to set the temperature in the room. In city center. Good breakfast.

Stayed in November 2023

Beds aren't that comfy.

Quiet and dark rooms, location right in de centre. Pretty cheap option if you just want a place to rest a d shower.

Stayed in November 2023

The room was not as clean I would like for it to be.

The location is great.

Stayed in November 2023

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Centre of the city

Stayed in November 2023

There was a lot of noise from people during the night, which didn't let us sleep. There were several issues with the payment, given that every time I went to the counter I was told something was not paid and had to pay again, or that I had breakfast when I didn't. I also asked 3 times for soap for the toilet since there was none in the room when I arrived, and I never got it...

Breakfast was quite full, room was spacious and beds were comfortable. The entrance was also very nice.

Stayed in October 2023

The bathroom was tiny (I was the only person staying in the 10 bed room so I had the bathroom to myself and it was still uncomfortably small), and there was no toilet paper or soap in the dorm toilet or the communal ones in the corridor.

Great location and the staff were wonderful.

Stayed in September 2023

Location . Air conditioning was great.

Stayed in September 2023

Mosquitoes was really annoying.

Stayed in July 2023

The bathroom was really tiny. I had trouble turning around and not bumping into things.

The Martini Hotel is a beautiful hotel and the hostel is attached to the hotel which is really handy! The check-in was quick and smooth and the staff is friendly.

Stayed in July 2023

The sink in the bathroom was clogged. It would drain, but exceedingly slowly. There was no soap in the bathroom. While we knew we were getting bunk beds, we reserved a room with four beds (two bunks) but ended up getting six. This wouldn't have been a problem were it not for the fact that all three bunks were crammed into a very small space, so that there was barely room to turn around. Also, there are no ladders to get up and down to or from the upper bunks, and climbing up and down seems dangerous. Finally, there was quite a bit of noise from the hallway and other rooms, which I suppose is to be expected from a youth hostel.

The location is excellent, and the accommodations are modest but fairly comfortable.

Stayed in July 2023

But since this is a hostel, bring all your own soaps, shampoo etc, and don't expect anywhere to hang your clothes other than hooks on the back of the door. The bathroom and shower are tiny and would be impractical if sharing the bunk room with a stranger. There are additional bathrooms in the hallway, though I haven't looked at them. There is a lift, but also many sets of one or two stairs on the way to the room.

The Hostel is in a fantastic location on the Zuiderdiep, within 15 mins walk of both the station and the city centre, and literally across the road from many cafes, restaurants and bars. For the price, this is the best you can get. You also get lino floors (not carpet), plastic-inset bathrooms, and beds/curtains that aren't particularly old. This means a big plus for obvious cleanliness. (Especially if compared to the rather old and dusty fittings in the adjoining hotel, where the rooms are however much larger.) Good hot water, and reasonably comfortable beds. This room had power outlets at both of the bunk beds, as well as small reading lights. You can also eat your dinner in the large kitchen/lounge area. The check-in staff are helpful.

Stayed in June 2023

Breakfast was insufficient. Also I expected a room with 1 standard bed, but I was given a room with 2 double-decker beds. No free space.

Basically all was ok

Stayed in May 2023

Shower could have been more up-to-date and cleaner but overall no big issues.

The staff was very welcoming and accommodating to my needs. I was able to sleep well, the room was comfortable and quiet - all I need for a work trip.

Stayed in January 2023

Bathroom too small.

Stayed in February 2023

Two stays in a row, the room has been absolutely freezing. There is heating, but it takes a while to kick in, then, it gets unbearably hot/stuffy. It would be nice if the rooms could be a pleasant temperature on arrival for guests. The rooms are VERY basic. The bathrooms are tiny (shower just a couple of feet wide!) Similar to what you would get in a ship's cabin/overnight sleeper train. I was aware of all this before booking and chose the room as it met my needs (safe, quiet, clean, great location) The price/quality ratio is poor (I find this to be the case across the Netherlands). This place won't be for everyone. It's not homely, romantic or glamorous. But if you just need a bed for the night and don't want to pay double in a low to mid-range hotel, this is worth a go for solo travellers/relaxed couples.

Second time staying here across the space of 4 years. Friendly, welcoming reception staff (at the Martini Hotel next door as the Bud Gett reception is being refurbished?) Good location for the railway station & just steps away from dozens of restaurants, bars, a supermarket and the Martinitoren. Plenty of charging sockets including near the (bunk) beds. Clean bathroom. Plenty of loo roll. Hot water. Towels provided in the private room.

Stayed in February 2023