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Where?
Centrally located 5 minutes walk from the main train station.
What?
Modern hostel.
Anything else you need to know?
Various room types available. Hostel offers free linen, fully equipped kitchen with all utensils, internet access, lockers, towels for hire, lounge area, laundry facilities and a bar located on the premises.
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Reviews of Carpe Noctem
Carpe Noctem has a rating of 95% from a total of 901 reviews and ratings, below are some reviews of Carpe Noctem
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dude-jesus3839 says:
“ Prepare to party! If your looking to just 'hang out' the Carpe is not for you. The intent here is to capture the night, but you find that the night often captures you leaving you wanting more. Great fun. ”
Posted: on Mar 11, 2010 // Rated: |
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Victoresko says:
“ Best place I have been been to! Keep up the good work! All the best, Victor! ”
Posted: on Mar 9, 2010 // Rated: |
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peppe4785 says:
“ the staff was the most brilliant bunch of people in the world. Told me exactly where I needed to go to see Budapest, but were always happy to have me around in the hostel for a friendly (or not so friendly) game of cards. Nights out were wild, and cinetrip will blow your mind. Once again, staff... more ”
Posted: on Mar 8, 2010 // Rated: |
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inverted-marko377 says:
“ A fantastic week in a fantastic hostel with fantastic people. I've only been back for 12 hours and am already planning on coming back! ”
Posted: on Mar 6, 2010 // Rated: |
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benosaurus says:
“ i didnt get to stay here due to renovations but they were very apolagetic and i always pick good hostels and i picked this one so it must be good. ”
Posted: on Mar 5, 2010 // Rated: |
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paavotaimisto6027 says:
“ Best hostel staff ever - they'll do (almost) anything for you. Perfect place for a single traveller! ”
Posted: on Mar 5, 2010 // Rated: |
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marcialsaboya4148 says:
“ Great staff that knows exactly where to take you for partying. The city is also very interesting and quite cheap, comparing to other european capital cities. ”
Posted: on Mar 5, 2010 // Rated: |
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mickalls8209 says:
“ I booked 4 nights and stayed 3 months. Massive thanks to Ian and Suzi who made this 3 months the best 3 months of my trip so far. ”
Posted: on Feb 26, 2010 // Rated: |
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eggplantmetr says:
“ A truly unique and awesome hostel! The amazing staff guarantee you'll have the time of your life. It's worth coming to Budapest just to stay here. So much fun you'll never want to leave. ”
Posted: on Feb 20, 2010 // Rated: |
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lindsaybooth2022 says:
“ Best hostel I've stayed at! Amazing staff that can let you know everything you need to know about Budapest! Great place to meet people. Awesome facilities, free internet, free towel hire, great showers ;)! Why would you stay anywhere else? ”
Posted: on Feb 20, 2010 // Rated: |
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maryr75371564 says:
“ A lot of fun. ”
Posted: on Feb 19, 2010 // Rated: |
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jn6951 says:
“ Awesome awesome awesome place. Super friendly staff in a super friendly environment at very cheap prices. ”
Posted: on Feb 18, 2010 // Rated: |
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orynx says:
“ great hostel, great (actually amazing staff) and a great atmosphere). Definatly stay here, the security is also very high, so your staff is safe ”
Posted: on Feb 18, 2010 // Rated: |
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Malachyb says:
“ One of the best hostels I have stayed at and I have stayed at plenty.It was very clean,fun,well run.The crew make a great effort to ensure you have fun during your stay.Keep up the good work guys!! ”
Posted: on Feb 12, 2010 // Rated: |
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kevinvanh says:
“ Carpe Noctem is without doubt the best hostel where I have stayed. It's not like any other, you feel like being at a student house or friends place. The staff is awesome. The day I arrived they cooked for us, and every night they show us the best bars and clubs! Also met great people during my... more ”
Posted: on Feb 10, 2010 // Rated: |
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map4486 says:
“ Very nice and helpfull staff and they arrange lots of activities so you can meet other travelers. ”
Posted: on Feb 9, 2010 // Rated: |
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tolanioloyede7725 says:
“ Great hostel, great staff. Clean and friendly. The staff really aim for you to have a good time in Budapest and you definitely do! Many thanks and would defo return.. ”
Posted: on Feb 8, 2010 // Rated: |
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bglocke87362 says:
“ If you're going to Budapest and want a fun time, stay here!! I can only repeat what everyone else has to say- this place is amazing. Bar crawls every night, super social travelers, fantastic staff that facilitates a great time... this hostel is hands-down what made Budapest my favorite city.... more ”
Posted: on Feb 8, 2010 // Rated: |
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hans-massage4157 says:
“ Hail Carpe Noctem, the most cosy place ever. Staff is excellent; they arrange cheap cabs that don't ripp you off and every night they take you to a nice bar/party. I would recommand this place to anyone. They didn't fell trough the cascet like one time! Greetz: from decadent SuperHans ”
Posted: on Feb 6, 2010 // Rated: |
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danraglione says:
“ We had so fucking funny nights there! Thank you craig, suse and henry! ”
Posted: on Feb 4, 2010 // Rated: |
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suzannahfrench2367 says:
“ The most AMAZING place, loved going out with all the hostel folk. They really put in an effort to make it comfortable and fun, and it shows. If you don't want to socialise or are traveling in a big group this hostel would be wasted on you. And yehhhh definatley recommend it to everyone. Thanks... more ”
Posted: on Feb 3, 2010 // Rated: |
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cs-bruno876194 says:
“ I enjoyed a lot Carpe Noctem hostel!! They really make you feel like a family!!! ”
Posted: on Feb 2, 2010 // Rated: |
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lolaclements5774 says:
“ Absolutely fantastic, the staff are amazing, it's impossible not to meet new people here, it's like a home away from home! ”
Posted: on Jan 30, 2010 // Rated: |
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aliceleather says:
“ absolutely perfect. ”
Posted: on Jan 30, 2010 // Rated: |
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clare6641 says:
“ Best hostel i've ever stayed at! Staff will help you with anything and take you out every night. Sometimes they even cook for you. Free internet, free washing. Good showers. Awesome atmosphere. Thanks Suzi and Henry for a great time in Budapest! ”
Posted: on Jan 27, 2010 // Rated: |
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craigthomson-697999 says:
“ Wow, wow, wow. The true meaning of backpacking has been found at Carpe Nocterm. This is not a hostel but a house where you are made so welcome that you don't want to ever leave. Thanks Susie and Hendog for a seriously wicked time. Will definately be visting again. ”
Posted: on Jan 27, 2010 // Rated: |
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veiharrison9348 says:
“ Best hostel I've visited in a l-o-n-g, l-o-n-g time!!!! Covered all areas to make it a great experience. Thanks for a brillaint stay carpe!!!!! Much love from Tori <3 ”
Posted: on Jan 27, 2010 // Rated: |
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deborah-mclean1374 says:
“ added unbelievable character to the holiday - the people that work there are genuine and welcoming in creating a group atmosphere. This makes it possible to do some of your sightseeing etc with some new people. ”
Posted: on Jan 26, 2010 // Rated: |
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rabsy says:
“ This is the best hostel ive ever stayed in. There is such a welcoming vibe and great levels of info given to suit all types of people ”
Posted: on Jan 26, 2010 // Rated: |
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michael8723 says:
“ Great hostel with loads of character. Staff are extremely friendly and take you out every night. ”
Posted: on Jan 22, 2010 // Rated: |
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DavidJButler says:
“ It's like going on vacation to your friend's apartment. Really cool hostel. Exactly as advertised. Not for the faint of heart. ”
Posted: on Jan 22, 2010 // Rated: |
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willcheshire5842 says:
“ simply the best hostel ”
Posted: on Jan 20, 2010 // Rated: |
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senor says:
“ the best. Budapest is yours staying here; hostels like these make backpacking the fun it is. ”
Posted: on Jan 18, 2010 // Rated: |
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guicanabravars1807 says:
“ perfect ... staff excellent, location good, very security and has very very very fun.... cya ”
Posted: on Jan 17, 2010 // Rated: |
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naaah72995 says:
“ This was a really nice experience. A different kind of hostel, I loved it. ”
Posted: on Jan 17, 2010 // Rated: |
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leandro12562878 says:
“ Great hostel in Budapest. If you wanna go out every night and have a wonderful time, you have to stay in Carpe Noctem. ”
Posted: on Jan 17, 2010 // Rated: |
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morenacarvalhoa1978 says:
“ Perfect Hostel! Perfect Staff! Stay here! You will have the best fun ever!! =D ”
Posted: on Jan 14, 2010 // Rated: |
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fhalici says:
“ Great staff and great guests! I had an amazing time while I was there. It's very hard not to have fun while staying at Carpe Noctem. ”
Posted: on Jan 14, 2010 // Rated: |
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cochranld says:
“ Best hostel in Budapest and eastern Europe for sure. ”
Posted: on Jan 11, 2010 // Rated: |
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mcab23 says:
“ the best hostel going round europe by far. came for two nights ended up staying 6 and still didnt want to leave. the staff are the bomb diggity!!! make sure you check in before 8 30pm to catch the pub run and so all the staff can rock it out with you!! ”
Posted: on Jan 10, 2010 // Rated: |
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Facilities at Carpe Noctem
- In Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Linen Included
- Security Lockers
- Communications
- Food & Drink
- Guest Kitchen
- General
- Hairdryer for Hire
- 24 Hour Reception
- Washing Machine/Dryer
- Luggage Storage
- Tours Desk
- Towels Hire
- Sport & Leisure
- Library
- Common Room
- DVD`s
Description of Carpe Noctem
Please read our description of what we are like carefully, we can look after people 150% if they like what we offer, but are not suitable for everyone. For fun, please take our suitability quiz! http://www.helloquizzy.com/tests/how-right-is-carpe-noctem-for-you-quiz Upcoming events: March 15th- Hungarian national holiday March 17th- St Paddy's Day celebrations (10% discount for irish passport holders over this time) April 3rd- Cinetrip end of season bath party finale April 4th Easter Sunday special (every night in Carpe Noctem has an organised event though.... we like to seize the night!) Atmosphere Do you want to... - Be a SINGLE TRAVELER or SOCIABLE BACKPACKER meeting other similarly like minded people in a friendly, lively and social atmosphere? - Go out on PUB CRAWLS, karaoke nights, cheap drink nights, live music nights? - Be taken out by staff to cool UNDERGROUND PLACES unseen on the common traveller's route? - Be given a WARM WELCOME and a detailed introduction of the city with all the hot spots for PUBS, BARS, RESTAURANTS, CLUBS and SIGHT SEEING? - Be INTRODUCED TO OTHER GUESTS so you can instantly make friends for your travels...if not life? - Feel like you are STAYING AT A MATE'S HOUSE, chilling on bean bags and drinking free tea and coffee until beer o'clock? - Feel like you are staying in a SOCIAL place not just a bed in a room? - SAVE MONEY by taking staff recommendations for cheap places, and using the specially negotiated food and drink deals for you? - Be given all the HELP, ADVICE AND ASSISTANCE for your entire stay in Budapest and beyond if needs be? - Stay in a place that doesn't believe in hidden charges and wants to give you as much for FREE as possible? - Have staff that want to COOK FOR YOU several times a week? - Have LIVE-IN native English/Australian English speaking staff who have all moved to Budapest becuase they came and fell in love with it and are passionate to show you why? Carpe Noctem ('seize the night', for those who rightly gave up Latin just after it died) is the perfect hangout and base for single travellers and young, sociable people who want to be part of an interactive and lively hostel experience as well as maximising the city in the day time and seizing the night when the sight seeing has ended. Facilities We are Aussies and Brits who having traveled widely and decided we wanted certain things... * Free tea and coffee, not just when you arrive, all the time (and none of this european yellow label stuff, we get PG Tips imported from UK) * Free padlock hire * Free use of lockers * Free use of electronic staff safe * Free towel hire * Free bed linen (who charges for that anyway???) * Beds made for you when you arrive * Free internet use and free wifi * Orthopaedic mattresses * Air conditioning * Electronic entry system... (no more charges for lost keys!) * Free use of skype headsets * Smoking area * Laundry service available * 24 hour check in * Very relaxed check out times (you can check out any time you like but you can never leave!) * Free use of guidebooks and book exchange available * Free use of kitchen for you to cook...or for us to cook for you! * No curfew (it's called Carpe Noctem..... so seize the night!) Location Walking distance from: House of Terror, Oktogon, Szechenyi Thermal Baths, City Park, Andrassy Avenue, St Istvan's Basilica, Freedom Square, The Danube & Parliament - all within 10-15 minutes. For lazy travellers....public transport is in our immediate location: the blue metro (for direct metros from nepliget coach station), and yellow metro are only a few streets away; the trolley bus and tram are 1 street away and the night bus route is at the bottom of the road. We even have a direct train from the airport 2 streets away! We are just off the main road which has pubs, cafes, bars, restaurants, 24 hour shops and clubs on it so there is no need to stray far for whatever you need, yet we are located on a quiet cobbled side street so you don't have to listen to the noise from traffic. Building We are located in a 19th century heritage listed building. We have a very cosy and intimate set up which means it is impossible not to meet people and make instant friends. Our apartment on the top floor is newly renovated and we have added our personal touches; hand made bean bags which means you can chill wherever you want around the house, a large corner sofa to watch films on, tables to eat on or play drinking games, depending on your mood, murals of the sights of the city across most walls so you can decide what to see that day (if our 30 minute run through of everything hasn't been enough info for you!). We have a fully equipped kitchen for you to use, apart from the times when we are cooking up roast dinners, gypsy gulyas (goulash), breakfast of champions, or whatever else we think the hostel needs to prepare it for a good night out or to deal with a hangover! We are located on the top floor, and due to the status of the building we have no lift...so if you are lazy, you may be better off going to a ground floor hostel! Conditions We are ideally suited to single travellers, or groups of two or three who wish to meet people so if you just want an isolated stay with just a bed in a room, groups who don't wish to mingle or couples who want alone time only, we are probably not for you. Regrettably and due to previous experience we can no longer accept groups of any kind (more than 4 people), nor can we take bookings for guests over the age of 40. Nor can we accept bookings for people taller than Craig. We reserve the right the refuse any bookings that fall outside this criteria. On a final note, we are from England and Australia and often miss certain things from home....if you want to bring us something from home to put a smile on our faces or potentially knock a euro or two off your stay, please email us!!!!!
