El hostel

2.0 star property

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Library
Interior
Lobby lounge

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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ul. Smocza 1, Warsaw, Masovia, 01-012
  • Place, Warsaw Jewish Cemetery
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Warsaw Uprising Museum
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Palace of Culture and Science
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Warsaw (WAW-Frederic Chopin)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room (6 People)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (One Bed)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

Economy Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Warsaw

Located in Wola, El hostel is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Warsaw Trade Tower and POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews. This 11-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, coffee/tea in a common area, and a library.

What's nearby

  • Warsaw Jewish Cemetery - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Warsaw Uprising Museum - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Palace of Culture and Science - 6 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Old Town Square - 9 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Warsaw Ochota Station - 5 min drive
  • Wola-Ratusz 03 Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sapko Kebab - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bar Mleczny Przystanek 16 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Paragraf - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪MADAMe Thai - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kromki Bistro - ‬5 min walk

About this property

El hostel

Guests of El hostel enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and coffee in a common area. You'll find limited parking. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. This hostel also has a library.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1950
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Property is also known as

El hostel
El hostel Warsaw
El hostel Warsaw
El hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
El hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Warsaw

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at El hostel?

El hostel provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of El hostel?

This hostel is situated in Wola within a short 14-minute walk of POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews and also 19 minutes on foot from Warsaw Uprising Museum. You'll also find Palace of Culture and Science and Old Town Square within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at El hostel?

Yes, though parking is limited parking.

Does El hostel have a casino on the premises?

No, El hostel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at El hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is El hostel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a library plus some rooms include a city view and premium bedding.

Does El hostel have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does El hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, El hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does El hostel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at El hostel.

Does El hostel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to El hostel?

The closest major airport to El hostel is Frederic Chopin Airport (WAW), which is 5.9 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Modlin (WMI-Warsaw-Modlin Mazovia), which is located 23.5 mi away (58-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at El hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at El hostel.

El hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 60 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the quirky layout and decor of the hostel as well as inclusion of breakfast. Plenty of stairs to climb so not for people with mobility problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aymen Nabeel Yaseen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Petit déjeuner très insuffisant. Manque de fonctionnalité , toilettes trop loin de la chambre en passant par des escaliers. Déco sympa.Bonne literie.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place! Me and my kid loved the room, nice colours and cool stairs. Spent there 2 nights, worth of money and staying.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Na plus

Jest coraz lepiej. Po paru słabszych miesiącach bardzo poprawiły się warunki w tym przyjemnym hostelu.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gracjan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Spoko pobyt

Wszystko ok, wygodne łóżko, super plus to śniadanie rano zawsze dostępne. Polecam
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hostel and great location close to the center
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

OK.

Cheap and cheerful, but could do with a good clean.!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
Verified

8/10 Good

RUKKY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nothing spectacular

Ok. Nothing spectacular. Beddings are old.
Stayed 1 night in May 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Magdalena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Przyjazny hostel, czysty i oryginalnie urządzony.

Lokalizacja hostelu wspaniale ułatwia zwiedzanie miasta, a jednocześnie jest usytuowany w spokojnym miejscu. Pokój rodzinny sprawdził się znakomicie.
Verified

6/10 Okay

MIKHAIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

нормальный хостел

Нормальный хостел, с большим общим пространством. Номер для двоих сделан в бывшей подъездной лестнице дома-хрущевки. Необычно, идея хорошая, но реализация не лучшая.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
Das Personal ist nicht wie man normalerweise in Hotels gewohnt ist, nett und freundlich. Das Bett war mehr als durchgelegen.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ładny wystrój i życzliwa obsługa. Niekrępująca atmosfera. Dość cicho i spokojnie nocą, można się wyspać.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Senior traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place To Stay

Easy to find with Google maps. We were greeted warmly and shown around this very uniquely decorated hostel. Our ensuite accommodation was clean and roomy with comfy beds and a table and chairs. We walked everywhere but the metrol is only a block and a half away.
Verified

4/10 Poor

MS

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

軽い朝食付きのはずが...

軽い朝食ビュッフェ付きのプランで三泊しました。 最終日だけ食べ物が何も用意されていなかったのはなぜ?木曜日は休みとか? そんなこと知らないし。コーヒーしか飲めなかった。 また部屋に二人用ソファが2つあり、うち1つの脚の1個が外れかかっており 危うく引っくり返るところだった。 安価なので仕方ないとは思っていますが、日本じゃありえない。
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

El Hostel review

Overall a pleasant stay. Good to have use of hostel computer free of charge. Breakfast included too so good value for money and close to old town.
Verified

8/10 Good

LD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay in warsaw

Location easy to find. Buffet breakfast fine , easy to meet other travelers.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A Akbar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I really feel relaxe and comfortable

It was really wonderfull experience.Surely if i come again i will prefer El Hostel
Verified

10/10 Excellent

zerf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

bien passe

gooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooood
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cajsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice place

Ett enkelt men väldigt trevligt vandrarhem, nära resturanger,mini markets, huvudvägar och bussar/spårvagnar. Du kan lätt gå härifrån till gamla stan, citykärnan och Arcadia om du vill det. Väldigt trevlig och hjälpsam personal. Bra fart på wifit i rummet. Enda minuset var dom dåliga kuddarna (vi bad dock inte om nya) och att det var lyhört från korridoren.Frukost ingick och bestod av rostad bröd/kaffe/te/mjölk m flingor. Vi kommer tillbaka.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

공항에서 숙소 가려면 버스를 두 번 갈아타야함. 홈페이지에서 알려준 대로 가면 버스 갈아타기 힘드니 꼭 구글로 먼저 가는 길을 숙지하고 가야 함. 큰길에서 3~4분 정도 떨어져있음. 인적이 드무니 일찍일찍 이동 추천. 여자 도미토리 남자 도미토리 방 구분되어있고 라운지는 큼. 라운지에 있는 컴퓨터는 Usb 사용 불가. 남녀 구분된 샤워실과 화장실은 2층에 있고 숙소는 3층부터. 성수기에 가지 않아 그런지 사람이 많지 않아 매우 조용했음. 엘리베이터 없으니 무거운 짐 조심. 주인아저씨는 무뚝뚝해보이지만 말 걸면 매우 친절하심. 다리미와 다리미대는 이야기하면 빌려줌. 전체적으로 깔끔하니 괜찮음. 가격대비 좋은 호스텔인건 확실. 추천.
Verified

6/10 Okay

CARMINE

Liked: Cleanliness

in complesso un buon ostello.

L' ostello si trova in una zona vicina alla fermata del bus. Dopo poche fermate si arriva al centro storico. Il primo impatto appena ci si arriva non è entusiasmante invece, poi, entrando e alloggiandovi si scopre un ambiente confortevole e arredato con buon gusto. Da evitare la stanza matrimoniale che da sulla strada poiché se fa caldo con la finestra aperta non si riesce a dormire per i rumori delle auto sulla strada. La stanza che invece affaccia sull atrio interno e' perfetta.Pulizia ottima. Colazione spartana ma sufficiente. Personale alla reception poco gentile e indisponibile a fornire informazioni varie sulla città e mezzi.
Verified

8/10 Good

akira

Liked: Staff & service

環境が良かった。

朝食はまあまあでした。建物の周りは静かで中心に近く交通も便利でした。
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duccio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ottimo rapporto prezzo/servizio

Hostel molto pulito, camera a 3 molto spaziosa, bagno completo e pulito.Una sistemazione essenziale per quanto riguarda dotazioni(Un asciugamano grande a testa,sapone liquido) e colazione (caffè,latte,marmellata,pane in cassetta,salame,formaggio).Comodo l'uso cucina e frigo se lo si desidera.Personale gentile e con buon inglese.Posizione buona,vicinissimo viale Jhon Paul II (ristorazione,tramvia per stazione c.le fermata Nowolipki), supermarket 50 mt e bus per centro (180 fermata Smocza). Assolutamente consigliato.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay here again!

Great hostel! Clean bathrooms, rooms, and kitchen. The lockers were s great size and the bathroom was spacious. The hostel is a nice walk to everything but it was no problem at all.