87%Wombat's City Hostel Vienna-...

The building is cavernous, so the sound travels, but that can somewhat be remedied wıth the earplugs they sell downstairs. The breakfast buffet is a great value and has a lot of choice. The hostel is close to the train station and the metro, but it is a bit of a walk to the center. The... more The building is cavernous, so the sound travels, but that can somewhat be remedied wıth the earplugs they sell downstairs. The breakfast buffet is a great value and has a lot of choice. The hostel is close to the train station and the metro, but it is a bit of a walk to the center. The staff were never anything but helpful and accomodating to us. There is a building next door for laundry and cookıng that is a very quiet place to relax and spread out. This is a place mostly for young people looking to party and meet people, not so much for 30-somethings needing a good sleep. As most places seem to be expensive in Vienna, if you are not staying long, it seems to be worth the value and the price of earplugs.close

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by dear-carrie6961 – posted on Nov 27, 2008

5

fully recommended. the street may seem a bit scary at night but its ok!! plus u have the chance to meet cool people at night in the bar, but it needs some more dancing music:)

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by laurmene – posted on Nov 27, 2008

1

Too big a hostel, it's fun if you're travelling in group but if you're alone most people are so immersed in their groups they don't want to mingle, the bar also had too much loud music, you had to shout to have a conversation with your next door neighbour. Also, the guest kitchen is not ON the... more Too big a hostel, it's fun if you're travelling in group but if you're alone most people are so immersed in their groups they don't want to mingle, the bar also had too much loud music, you had to shout to have a conversation with your next door neighbour. Also, the guest kitchen is not ON the hostel but 2 doors down, you had to get in the cold to go there - at least an inside passageway (which exists for staff!) would be nice.close

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by lovemedo – posted on Nov 26, 2008

1

by far one of the best hostels i've stayed in. they've managed to make what is basically a hotel feel like a cosy hostel. the bar and free wifi were helpful when the weather was miserable. we had a four bed all to ourselves for a few nights even though we booked a 6 bed...amazing place!!

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by lynchje2 – posted on Nov 24, 2008

5

I had a great stay here, the bar is a great place to meet other traveling folk, and the room was comfortable with a good shower. I hope the Aussie guy I met managed to cheer up... if anyone knows him, let him know I was asking for him would you?

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by markdeconink3846 – posted on Nov 24, 2008

16

Great bar and nice people!

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by marbella – posted on Nov 21, 2008

2

rooms and bathrooms are very clean. Price is avrerage as you compare but it worths. ıt has its own bar and food is relatively cheap. showers are clean and there is always hot water. strongly recommended!

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by bgokturkler3011 – posted on Nov 19, 2008

1

everything was fabulous, but the safe room next to the service desk was a little too easy to get into. i think you should require ID or something, and maybe watch the person going in

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by kershawg3252 – posted on Nov 17, 2008

1

If you are a woman traveling alone, be very careful in the area at night. The hostel itself is awesome! :)

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by nessav877839 – posted on Nov 16, 2008

8

Nice clean and well maintained. A decent bar and cool staff made the place enjoyable.

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by joseph182873 – posted on Nov 14, 2008

11

In General, Wombat's city hostel Vienna-The base is a warm and convenient hostel special for backpackers. But it's not easy to find out the correct location at the first time. Staff are nice and warm. I do like their work attitudes.

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by rachelwang4242355 – posted on Nov 14, 2008

2

The staff was great! Gave me an umbrella when it was raining!

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by tamnolte9433 – posted on Nov 13, 2008

1

The hostel is close to the west train station but it is necessary to use the u-bahn to get to city center. The hostel itself is more like a hotel and the reception always busy, the bar was full of kids, and the elevator often in use which when your room is on the 7th floor. The room was... more The hostel is close to the west train station but it is necessary to use the u-bahn to get to city center. The hostel itself is more like a hotel and the reception always busy, the bar was full of kids, and the elevator often in use which when your room is on the 7th floor. The room was excellent, lacking was inroom lockers for larger back packs.close

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by curswine2586 – posted on Nov 12, 2008

9

I liked it...

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by murilof3256 – posted on Nov 11, 2008

5

overall, it was great, but noone told us that upon arrival we couldn't get to our room until 14h

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by ivanserbia3429 – posted on Nov 10, 2008

2

Everyone we spoke to reccomended this place and they were right it was fantastic

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by Richard-464 – posted on Nov 10, 2008

14

Having more than a single outlet in the entire room would have made a big difference. Also, I've had free breakfasts at other hostels which would rival the 3.50 one I paid for there. My girl friends and I stayed in a room with really sketchy guys who made us a little uncomfortable, but I know... more Having more than a single outlet in the entire room would have made a big difference. Also, I've had free breakfasts at other hostels which would rival the 3.50 one I paid for there. My girl friends and I stayed in a room with really sketchy guys who made us a little uncomfortable, but I know that's not the hostel's fault. Overall, it's a good hostel but ultimately I wouldn't stay there again because I know there's better out there.close

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by mrm3936238 – posted on Nov 10, 2008

3

Good hostel if you want to be on school camp! thats the problem with these large hostels as they cater more for the large school/college groups..so it definately runs the 'back to school vibe'! breke was really good!! try not too get a room on the bottom two floors (if you can) as you will be up...

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by meganlaird7129 – posted on Nov 8, 2008

8

Had an amazing 3 nights in Vienna!! Hat total Spass gemacht!! We will deffinately be back to visit again! Even though we only went out into town one night in Vienna, we were happy to stay in the Wombats bar as we knew we would still have a good night! Best hostel we have stayed in so far!!...

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by vbryce062925 – posted on Nov 7, 2008

1

Everything you can expect from an hostel, nice abd friendly staff making nice cocktails yet... Nothing negative about it, on the contrary, the bar is a nice place and the web access is cheap. Comfy rooms, packed with all a backpacker or a group or friends ,ust have to have a nice stay in Vienna....

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by romainse – posted on Nov 6, 2008

5

This is a wonderful place.There are individual lockers in the dorm for everyone.

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by zhangmilin7405 – posted on Nov 5, 2008

2

Rooms were a bit dirty and Im not a huge fan of big hostels, but I had alot of fun and the staff was really nice

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by blackandwhitemax – posted on Nov 4, 2008

11

Wasn't a big fan of this hostel. I booked a six bed dorm but ended up in a four bed right above the bar, which was REALLY NOISY. Reception staff were friendly and helpful and everything was clean, but bar staff were quite unfriendly at times, and the bar was a bit too loud to feel comfortable... more Wasn't a big fan of this hostel. I booked a six bed dorm but ended up in a four bed right above the bar, which was REALLY NOISY. Reception staff were friendly and helpful and everything was clean, but bar staff were quite unfriendly at times, and the bar was a bit too loud to feel comfortable going in there on your own, didn't really feel like a traveller's bar. I think this is definitely a more group-orientated hostel, as it wasn't great for meeting new people.close

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by EmerM – posted on Nov 4, 2008

8

Phenomenal hostel (all wombats are), well run and organized, great security, very helpful staff, rocking bar with happy hour, clean and ensuite bathrooms, reasonably priced.... best hostel I stayed in all trip, and is highly recommended.

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by andy-j109273 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

4

it's not right on the transportation line but still pretty close. a nice hostel, i've stayed there twice.

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by ososta – posted on Nov 3, 2008

12

the hostel was very warm, lovely breakfast, nice atmosphere. Even my mum thought it was great!!! We went as a family and it was great- a good atmosphere for everyone.

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by wendyilderton7888 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

1

The guest kitchen is bit too far and bad ventilation.

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by annyhe037631 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

1

The first night was horribly noisy! It was impossible to sleep until about 00:20am because people living around were making mess (laughing loud, knocking on the radiators, slamming doors, walking up and down the corridors shouting etc.)! After the complaint at the front desk it stopped and the... more The first night was horribly noisy! It was impossible to sleep until about 00:20am because people living around were making mess (laughing loud, knocking on the radiators, slamming doors, walking up and down the corridors shouting etc.)! After the complaint at the front desk it stopped and the other two nights were all right. Besides this experience, Wombat's is a very good place to stay - great location, CLEAN and comfy, English speaking personnel, towels and bed linen included etc.close

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by myemails7284 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

1

Very helpful staff. Location is a little out of the way but the atmosphere makes up for it. Rooms were great, clean and secure. Would for sure stay there again.

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by AdamCarosso – posted on Nov 3, 2008

4

An awesome hostel. Our group was trying to stay away from big chain hostels after A&O in Berlin but this was completely different. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The cleanest hostel i've stayed in by far. The bar downstairs was always fun and sold cheap drinks with happy hours.... more An awesome hostel. Our group was trying to stay away from big chain hostels after A&O in Berlin but this was completely different. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The cleanest hostel i've stayed in by far. The bar downstairs was always fun and sold cheap drinks with happy hours. Cheap breakfast and an awesome kitchen/lounge zone. Highly recommend it....close

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by chomp-it-up1658 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

10

Really great hostel, v. clean. The bar was pretty cool, v. easy to meet people!!

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by charlotte-d-5661 – posted on Nov 2, 2008

5

Everything they say about Wombats is true; it's a hosteler's dream come true: clean and secure rooms, helpful staff, convenient location (close to the train station and the subway). Their city map is the best we've had from any hostel - big, extremely informative and detailed. The bar was great.... more Everything they say about Wombats is true; it's a hosteler's dream come true: clean and secure rooms, helpful staff, convenient location (close to the train station and the subway). Their city map is the best we've had from any hostel - big, extremely informative and detailed. The bar was great. Didn't take advantage of the breakfast. Laundry and guest kitchen were great. Definitely recommended.close

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by Flipflo – posted on Nov 2, 2008

3

Good value breakfast. Walking by the prostitutes on Marian Strauss to get back to the hostel at night was a little intimidating.

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by annaruz – posted on Nov 2, 2008

6

Fine

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by xavier6764 – posted on Nov 2, 2008

1

great hostel, staff very good, would stay there again

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by sammcpherson067749 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

6

The Base is nestled away from a main streets which took a bit of finding but is a great atmosphere with friendly staff and lots of people to meet. Great place to stay mix and mingle or chill out by yourself totally up to you. Very Clean place to stay.

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by iknowmrsmileee3042 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

3

Awesome hostel, chick behind the counter was gorgeous and very helpful. The one with dark hair and took all day to eat her breakfast.. you know who you are! Cheers guys, love the kids with terets

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by aaronjmaloney5671 – posted on Oct 30, 2008

3

The only issue I had was the typical noise problem. A couple days I had to get up early in the morning, and getting any sleep before 2 am was impossible with people coming and going.

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by meagandalby4145 – posted on Oct 30, 2008

1

Had a very good expierence here. The bar associated is fun, the hostel was clean, it was a little far from the city center, but for the price i would recommend this hostel to anyone going to vienna no quesitons asked.

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by cvind – posted on Oct 29, 2008

2

a fun hostel with a great bar downstairs with a cool vibe .. major setback is how far away it is from city center .. although it is near one train station, it is not entirely convenient to get into the main section of town .. a good hostel.

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by dbryant7 – posted on Oct 29, 2008

3