79%New Garden Hostel

glad to have my room upgraded without extra charge for my first night///it would be really great if they could list the price for the deluxe rooms and classify the rooms into different categories for customers' choices!!! well, the location is undoubtedly perfect right next to the subway exit.

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by cuitatoy37 – posted on Aug 16, 2008

2

Hostel did not provide blanket for us. Toilet is clean however, a bit uncomfortable for us - - when we finish showering, there was no mat in front of the toilet so our bedroom was very wet from the toilet.

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by tprapha8498 – posted on Aug 15, 2008

1

The location is excellent, other than that, you get what you pay for so dont expect too much, that's the least i can say for those whose planning a trip to HK and staying here.

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by keripikubi – posted on Aug 6, 2008

2

Very nice to have my room extremely clean and new, though the building might be a bit disappointing. Apart from that is perfect.

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by nicholasluu6896 – posted on Aug 4, 2008

2

very good location in the heart of downtown Tsim Sha Tsui, but the hostel itself located in a very old buidling with strange renters, not so clean, the bed sheets are suspicious, not recommended.

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by huqiao – posted on Jul 27, 2008

2

Owner is far more concerned about money than he is about his residents...not very friendly or helpful. Internet is not accessible from most rooms. Rooms are TINY and dirty. Do not plan to stay there for more than one night.

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by bmcgo7766 – posted on Jul 22, 2008

11

Good location, room's clean and new. It's great for budget travelers who find hotels are too expensive.

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by arcojacobs3933 – posted on Jul 22, 2008

2

Don't get scary by the building's outlook. Inside the hostel it's spotlessly clean with air-con, window and everything else. Staffs are talkative and accommodating too.

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by agnetaloke2243 – posted on Jul 21, 2008

1

Room was very clean and we felt safe once we were locked inside. The rest of the building was very uncomfortable. You definitely need a common room for travelers to interact. Also, if you even had a map on the wall or information about places in Hong Kong, it would make the experience better.

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by hostelworld7048 – posted on Jul 21, 2008

1

Crappy building, but the room itself was nice. Really small though. If you just plan to sleep in the room, then it's perfect.

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by bigtex1113 – posted on Jul 18, 2008

7

booked here, didn't stay here. slip said usa hostel; door sign said kowloon hotel. not sure where we actually were - all hostels in mirador are owned by the same people, they'll put you wherever. small rooms, pipes leaked, you hear every sound. we were gipped out of 1 key deposit (100 HKD). had 2... more booked here, didn't stay here. slip said usa hostel; door sign said kowloon hotel. not sure where we actually were - all hostels in mirador are owned by the same people, they'll put you wherever. small rooms, pipes leaked, you hear every sound. we were gipped out of 1 key deposit (100 HKD). had 2 keys, 2 receipts, my brother lost his receipt. evening staff said no problem, they'll still refund us. in AM the apparent manager denied us. i don't like being lied to. you get what you pay for.close

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by London – posted on Jul 17, 2008

8

Good location but crappy surroundings, easy to locate &get to from the airport. However, nothing spectacular. Rates overpriced for quality of room. Small cramped humid rooms with no shower fixings,just a hand held attachment which showers over the toilet. Restrictions on hot water times... more Good location but crappy surroundings, easy to locate &get to from the airport. However, nothing spectacular. Rates overpriced for quality of room. Small cramped humid rooms with no shower fixings,just a hand held attachment which showers over the toilet. Restrictions on hot water times &Air-con use. TV advertised as cable but only 3 VERY fuzzy chanels-hardly viewable. This is our 1st Chinese hostel so have nothing to compare with, but in our opinion this seems an unfairly high rated hostel!close

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by chrismoore-1696 – posted on Jul 16, 2008

22

the location is so perfect though the building is a bit old. hostel owner was very friendly and helpful~

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by blaami6790 – posted on Jul 16, 2008

2

I'd pre-booked what I( thought was a double room with en-suite, what I got was a room that was 5ftx8ft, which only just accomodated a bed, and a bathroom of 2ft by 4ft which had the shower over the toilet.

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by malchr3927 – posted on Jul 15, 2008

1

Nice and great place to stay

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by rwiss – posted on Jul 15, 2008

6

Fantastic hostel, the room could not be better in the area around if you have compared before staying. Thanks for upgrading me to the deluxe room and i will book straightly for that next time.

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by larl8085525 – posted on Jul 15, 2008

1

If the building could also be renovated like the room, it would be no faults at all. Btw, it located perfectly in the heart of hk where you can easily access everywhere.

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by marian-hii6412 – posted on Jul 15, 2008

1

We booked for two nights, and after a little difficulty in finding the hostel, it was a very nice surprise when we did. The hostel is spotlessly clean and Mr Li obviously takes care of it with much care. Security seemed very good and although rooms are a little small (to be expected in hong kong)... more We booked for two nights, and after a little difficulty in finding the hostel, it was a very nice surprise when we did. The hostel is spotlessly clean and Mr Li obviously takes care of it with much care. Security seemed very good and although rooms are a little small (to be expected in hong kong) they are everything you need as a great base to see the whole city. Would stay again.close

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by sbratex2626 – posted on Jul 14, 2008

2

the staying was pleasant at the New Garden Hostel. the room was clean, service was apt, great staff, sincere smile. only the elevator was a bit outdated. otherwise the staying was enjoyable.

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by martinkeith71879 – posted on Jul 14, 2008

3

it's worth for me to do a long time research before i maed the booking with this hostel. I would say it's a right decision. Staffs are nice and efficient in replying me emails for all the queries make me feel secure. Room is relly new as shown in the picture. would like to share with you all for...

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by aidanwebb5746 – posted on Jul 14, 2008

2

The place was clean, secure and provided all we needed for our explorational stay in Hong Kong. We stayed for 6 nights and made a good use of the excellent and so convenient location of the hostel.

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by katerinahalova3578 – posted on Jul 14, 2008

2

excellent location. the room are tiny but very clean, the AC works excellent, the staff speak good english, and the are very helpful with directions. They don't have a common area, so you will see everybody sitting in the hall using the wireless internet.

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by slick-ka4457 – posted on Jul 13, 2008

1

Very friendly hostel with all your basic needs. I guess this is the cheapest accommodation you could find in Hong Kong with such great location and nice room. Would introduce my friends and family for sure.

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by leam-0085444 – posted on Jul 10, 2008

2

Don't trust the photo. Actually,there is one owner of many grade hostel on the same floor ( New garden, traveller friendship,kowloon new hostel ,etc ) If you reserve new garden highest price which you think it's best ,but when you go the staff will put you to any available hostel. And the room is... more Don't trust the photo. Actually,there is one owner of many grade hostel on the same floor ( New garden, traveller friendship,kowloon new hostel ,etc ) If you reserve new garden highest price which you think it's best ,but when you go the staff will put you to any available hostel. And the room is very very small, if you cant accept ,he'll charge you more for the bigger one. I saw many customers angry the staffs everyday. Very disappoint. I'll not go there any more.close

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by drkessara4276 – posted on Jul 10, 2008

1

What an awesome hostel! Having heard many rumours of dodgy hostels in HK it was vital to research. This place was nice for cost, sizeable for HK & the rooms were comfy, secure, w/ good shower facilities. Also after 9.5hr flight delay staff waited until 4am for me to check-in! 100% will return.

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by gavster31 – posted on Jul 7, 2008

4

honest hostel with true description but sad that i don't have the budget to upgrade to the deluxe room. It's really look alike as the picture shown here. Perfect location and safety.

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by kgonsaga586 – posted on Jul 6, 2008

2

It was the worst hostel I have ever been to. As we arrived we were given a room without basin in the bathroom. The second day we moved to another room without window. The room smelled really bad. I have never seen such a filthy bathroom. After two days we wanted to move somewhere else, but they... more It was the worst hostel I have ever been to. As we arrived we were given a room without basin in the bathroom. The second day we moved to another room without window. The room smelled really bad. I have never seen such a filthy bathroom. After two days we wanted to move somewhere else, but they told us it was impossible, because they had noone other to stay there, so they couldnt give us money back. Anyway we moved and when we came back at the check-out day in our was sleeping somebody else.close

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by JVeca – posted on Jul 5, 2008

4

Friendly hostel, deluxe rooms and standard rooms are quite different.. much spacious and new so worth to spend little more to upgrade. Very central location!

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by cruzl44101 – posted on Jul 5, 2008

2

Surprisingly the staffs are quite young and capable of speaking good english. Rooms are clean and great location. But i don't like the building personally.

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by daniel-loesche2446 – posted on Jul 5, 2008

3

Location was great, but staff do not speak English, so don't rely on them for any help with travel or touring plans. They try very hard to be helpful though.

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by amy2452870 – posted on Jul 4, 2008

5

Would not stay there again

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by dougjones – posted on Jul 3, 2008

12

i booked the standard room but was upgraded to the deluxe room on the first night, it was a big difference! Room is much larger and new so i paid and stayed in the same room for the rest of days. Security and location is excellent.

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by maitatina5050 – posted on Jul 3, 2008

2

The family room is really big with 2 king size beds, it was quite new indeed. The staffs are very accommodating, though their English is very limited but they tried their very best to help us. Very convenient to get access to everywhere.

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by vkamal82962 – posted on Jul 3, 2008

6

Met some really great people, but the only thing this place has going for it, is it Location. Right on Nathan Rd. close to Star Ferry, but the staff was basically useless. also, there was no door to our dorm, just a curtain and it was used as a baggage storage place.

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by paigesierra3412 – posted on Jul 2, 2008

1

it's be ok if you not serious.

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by golf104 – posted on Jul 2, 2008

1

You do not get much for your money in Hong Kong and this place proves that fact, location is good and if you can put up with poor accommodation then it's ok, otherwise you may want to think about spending a bit more on a better place.

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by chrismepham3685 – posted on Jul 1, 2008

3

The security in the hostel was fine, but coming back late at night via the hostel's side entrance felt unsafe.

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by julz1847377 – posted on Jul 1, 2008

4

Very clean and the best rooms in the Mirador Mansions, dont be put off by the outside appearance. the staff were lovely too and helped us find a room when they were booked up.

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by coldplay – posted on Jun 30, 2008

3

Shit hole. Never go to this dump it takes the piss. I got sent to a dungeon of a room for twice the price that i agreed to pay online.

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by edstarr4490 – posted on Jun 29, 2008

1

We stayed in the dorms and I can tell that the describtion and pictures in Hosstelworld is not true. The dorm is the same for 4 different hostels and its really hard beds, no bedlinen and its warm in the room. That makes us feel threated. But on the other hand i am sure you cant find a better... more We stayed in the dorms and I can tell that the describtion and pictures in Hosstelworld is not true. The dorm is the same for 4 different hostels and its really hard beds, no bedlinen and its warm in the room. That makes us feel threated. But on the other hand i am sure you cant find a better place for this price in Hong Kong. Also the stuff is nice and we shared the room with fun people. (and there is a big difference between the dorm and double/4-beds room. They seems to be much better.)close

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by maria-50057227 – posted on Jun 28, 2008

1