Hostel in Budapest
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About this hostel
Island Hostel Budapest has a cheerful atmosphere and is located on the car-free Margaret Island, surrounded by nature.
Amenities
Airport transportation available
Shuttle available
Free WiFi/internet
Non-smoking
Heating
Bar
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Beach access
Shared living spaces
Garden
Laundry services
Fireplace
Beach front
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
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Ratings and reviews
100% verified reviews7 / 10Good·Sep 2026
The location was fantastic for my needs - a 5 minute walk away from a venue I needed to be at. The terrace was sunny and cosy. I didn't use the kitchen, but there was space to store and cook food.
The bathroom didn't feel very clean and the facilities felt a bit tired overall - the hostel looks better in the pictures. The mattresses were quite soft. Had the room been fully booked, I think the bathroom would really struggle.
8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2026
Outside areas, kitchen, really lovely staff, people staying were lovely. Location close to the river, loved it.!!
I felt sorry for the guy whos bed was right next to the bathroom door. If a dormitory room is ensuite, beds should be a reasonable distance away from the bathroom, otherwise it seems unfair for those who end up next to facilities with loud doors/extractor fans and bright lights that need to be used by up to ten people throughout the day/night.
My bed (room 8 top bunk immediately on the left) had a structural issue where the frame would bang when i moved from the end to the middle of the bed, even if i moved gently. (likely bowing of the metal grid under the mattress) it must have been very annoying for the person sleeping beneath me. Obviously these are things that management wont find out without customers passing on the message so this is mostly just me reporting something that needs attention, rather than complaining.
Room could have done with a bit more ventilation at night.
One last thing, very confusing- google map brings you to the front of the hostel (riverside) where there is a bar with a locked gate and no sign or access to the hostel. At night this is disorienting and you have to walk round the block to access the hostel. Found this frustrating after a long travel, not sure if you can ammend googles error but just wanted to mention.
Thankyou!
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
I had a wonderful stay. The hostel was clean, comfortable, and located in a beautiful area by the river. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable. Everything was well organized, and I would happily stay here again.
Honestly, there was nothing significant to dislike. Everything met my expectations, and I had a very pleasant experience.
6 / 10Average·Sep 2026
Central location on an island. Nice.
No air conditioner. No curtains. Locker is a strange solution. It’s the simplest hostel. It looks like it was designed more with the hosts’ comfort in mind than the guests’.
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"I had a wonderful stay. The hostel was clean, comfortable, and located in a beautiful area by the river. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable...."
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