93%Friendly Fun Franks...

A great hostel on a good location (10 minutes walking from the central market) with a great staff. If I would go to Riga again, I'll book this hostel!

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by denemarken347363 – posted on Nov 13, 2008

2

i had a blast!! really nice place!!

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by renanbrites9694 – posted on Nov 12, 2008

2

very nice and clean hostel wikid parties overthere!!! i will be back for sure!!!

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by djoverx6615 – posted on Nov 11, 2008

1

This is a very well-run hostel who no exactly what their guests want. The staff are very friendly and are always willing to help. The location is ideal and we all felt very safe whilst staying there. This hostel came highly recommended and i could see why!

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by ryanal – posted on Nov 10, 2008

1

The staff are really friendly and helpful. It is also very close to the city centre. Definitely a good place to stay.

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by ajsoh85 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

5

Franks is a classic! Whatever you want to do ask Frank and he can sort it out... Bungee jumping, sky diving firing AK47s - all not a worry. Frank has a talent for ensuring the most friendly and attractive staff. A must stay in Eastern Europe

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by Catters – posted on Nov 8, 2008

15

clean place, ok shard bathrooms, great pub, friendly kowledgeable staff, good location on the river

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by lbpec12095 – posted on Nov 6, 2008

21

Absolutely fantastic, such a great atmosphere and so laid back. Cant beat free beer on arrival either!

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by grundy031309 – posted on Nov 6, 2008

1

Great place. Only thing that bothered me, was that the entrance to the hostel was very well hidden. There was only a really small, maybe 10cm x 10cm sticker on the side that was visible to the road, saying Frank. The entrance was on the other side, so I wondered around for a while before I found it

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by rontsu7058 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

1

Great staff, fatastic bar jam packed with cheap zelta beer and three sports tv's...what could be better! Kitchen is too small but plenty of awesome resturants close by. This is a big party hostel and not for those who DONT want to party!

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by Bentr1906 – posted on Oct 31, 2008

10

We found it hard to find the door of the hostel. Except for that, it was everything we expected of a hostel.

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by stoop5156 – posted on Oct 30, 2008

2

Very good location and easy access to buses and clubs. The staff are helpful (although not all are overly friendly) and the organised trips are a classic! The AK47 tour is a must! Just one thing - there are not many signs out the front so it is difficult to find the place at night.

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by chogm – posted on Oct 28, 2008

4

C'ést un super hostel. Je pense qu'il n'y a pas mieux pour Riga. Y' a toujours une super ambiance avec des jeunes des 4 coins de la terre. C nikel !!!

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by marcfinlandtrip3148 – posted on Oct 26, 2008

2

We were otherwise very happy with the hostel, but room was bit damp as moisture got through the window on ceiling.

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by TomiPakk – posted on Oct 24, 2008

3

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by pvaugo – posted on Oct 23, 2008

1

The rooms smelled like cat piss, it might be because of the drunk people that always sleep in the rooms (since Franks is a PARTYhostel), and then the smell stains somehow in there! staff was okay, but not that empathic/sympathic as they could be: someone put some drugs on my drink in a bar, and... more The rooms smelled like cat piss, it might be because of the drunk people that always sleep in the rooms (since Franks is a PARTYhostel), and then the smell stains somehow in there! staff was okay, but not that empathic/sympathic as they could be: someone put some drugs on my drink in a bar, and the staff was just laughing about it and didn't pay any attention to it. It might be 'cause there's usual that it happens, people be careful.. Otherwise really great but noisy party hostel, good beds!close

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by vilmapoikolainen343 – posted on Oct 23, 2008

1

The cheapest and the best in Riga.

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by aramxxr7530 – posted on Oct 22, 2008

5

Very good hostel for partying, though sometimes it can be a bit loud late at night. Wifi internet only works near the bar/reception. Great location.

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by ld99 – posted on Oct 22, 2008

18

The only issue I had with this hostel was the group of German guys who were holding a conversation via yelling right next to my door at 3am about sexual activities. Other than the inconsiderateness of some of the hostel guests, it was good.

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by zoyakolkin9052 – posted on Oct 19, 2008

1

Great place to recommend to anybody. As soon as we got in the hostel they invited us a free beer, it was 11:30! Top things: 24 hours opened bar, walking distance to the main attractions of the city, extremely clean, fun.

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by rossella566 – posted on Oct 19, 2008

11

exellent . only there for one night but everyone was so friendly and informative . [all night bar was handy] . would definately stay again if in riga .

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by baldieplod7750 – posted on Oct 17, 2008

1

Girls are hot, the guests are great, if you go there, open minded and are up for partying with anyone this is the perfect place for u! recommend the AK47 shooting. Its a must!

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by mr-radiator1063 – posted on Oct 13, 2008

1

east of europe standards. single beds, hard to have a private room. Showers are common and at the oposite of the hotel (nice to say hi to the drinking people in the bar when you pass with pants and towel to access the shower.). Anyway the staff is lovely and the hotel is ideally located. Perfect...

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by slambert7080 – posted on Oct 13, 2008

1

best hostel i've ever stayed in

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by Jonthe – posted on Oct 13, 2008

1

Great service, they really care for their guests. I really enjoyed it very much!

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by lennartsauerwald6232 – posted on Oct 11, 2008

1

great hostel evry youth hostel should take after franks its what every backpacker truly wants in the stay !

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by Farley4960 – posted on Oct 11, 2008

2

the best hostel i have ever been, keep on going in that enjoyable hostel philosophy...

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by beatakling6804 – posted on Oct 10, 2008

4

We loved all girl working there!!!!

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by grigorios313253 – posted on Oct 10, 2008

1

Nice place, but it seems like youre staying in a bar... but i guess its riga, anyway...

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by elquebraley – posted on Oct 8, 2008

15

Absolutely awesome place to stay in Riga. The place had a brilliant atmosphere, plenty of drinking, partying and the staff were so happy to help with any queries... highly recommended!

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by Natbik – posted on Oct 8, 2008

4

Probably the best hostel I have ever stayed.

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by neilcowann8912 – posted on Oct 7, 2008

1

Superb

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by huusman2258 – posted on Oct 6, 2008

3

The fact that the bathroom was on the other side of the bar was a hassle, and people smoking in the "lounge" room was a bit annoying. Otherwise, great.

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by Natalyamar – posted on Oct 6, 2008

2

Filled with stag parties and 24-hour drinkers when I was there. Indoor smoking and a 24-hour bar. The wireless only works in the smoking room. My room smelt really bad. Drunken Brits try to grope the girls that work there, who are lovely and EXTREMELY tolerant. Frank is a bit of an arsehole. If... more Filled with stag parties and 24-hour drinkers when I was there. Indoor smoking and a 24-hour bar. The wireless only works in the smoking room. My room smelt really bad. Drunken Brits try to grope the girls that work there, who are lovely and EXTREMELY tolerant. Frank is a bit of an arsehole. If you're a smoker and looking to get wasted for a weekend, this is the place for you.close

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by jozzas9586 – posted on Oct 5, 2008

13

Thanks!

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by sscarl – posted on Oct 4, 2008

46

Awesome place to stay if u want to party. The staff are great and take u out every night. Would recommend

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by dlonard3709 – posted on Sep 30, 2008

13

Location is good, but a little bit noisy. But, the real source of noise is drunk weekenders. Not that clean, but good enough for the price.

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by cuneytguven9146 – posted on Sep 29, 2008

1

all the staff is really great i've enjoyed all the time in this hostel

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by tomasklim7739 – posted on Sep 29, 2008

1

Met some cool travelers here, although i stayed mid-week...saw the stags roll in as I was leaving. Staff are unbelievably friendly and helpful. Nightly pub crawls. Would stay here again.

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by awest – posted on Sep 29, 2008

8

Great hostel thanks for putting on a great grand final weekend - think i'll be spending quite a bit of time in your bar.

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by casanova – posted on Sep 28, 2008

1