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Reviews of The Lazy Monkey Hostel & Apartments

Ulica Bregdetti 14a Zadar Croatia, 23000 Zadar, Croatia

#13 of 34 hotels in Zadar

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 239 hostel reviews

8.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.5

  • Facilities

    8.6

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    9.4

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  • Reviewed: 1 September 2025

    9.0
    I enjoyed it there and would recommend it to other travelers
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel is close to the beach, the staff are super friendly and all other guests are just chill The city center is actually easily reachable, one can walk for like half an hour along the coastal park road to get there, or by bus or even take a bike in the hostel Also because the hostel is in the residential area, loud partying and noise is forbidden after 10:30pm which was to my liking. The WiFi is there on the terrace as well as in the rooms The facilities are being cleaned daily I felt safe and comfortable there as a solo female traveler, my stay there was amazing 🤍

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    10
    Felt like home away from home.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    I loved that as soon as I arrived I felt like I was at home. Tia and Chris have created such a relaxed, peaceful vibe at their hostel. Chris showed me around as soon as I arrived so I knew where everything was and didn’t need to ask. The lounge area was spacious and comfortable, the kitchen was well equipped, the rooms were set up really well with cosy beds. Tia was incredibly kind and accomodating the entire time, she had excellent suggestions on places to eat and visit. We had some wonderful chats which I really enjoyed.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    9.0
    Chill vibes, amazing facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing just the personal issue of being a light sleeper which doesnt go hand in hand with hostels in general so didnt get much sleep

    Its a good hostel, how a hostel should be. Very social but chill and laid back vibes. The owners and staff are lovely, so helpfull and kind. The location is right at the beach and city. Free parking on premises which was amazing. Big very well equipped kitchen. Everything was clean and tidy. Beds were comfy. Electricity, a little shelf and locker at your bed. There are games free to use, a pool table, books etc. A lot of comfy places to sit inside and outside. Bikes to use. Felt very safe. I vibed well with the other guests. Enough showers, toilets and sinks. Never had to wait. The owners know what theyre doing as theyre travelers themselfs and I love that

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    10
    Great spot for young travelers
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Terrace
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Lazy Monkey is a perfect cosy spot for young travellers, with a fantastic staff and great vibe ! The apartment we had was clean, well designed and well equipped. Would definitely return here soon!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Studio with Terrace
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A bit expensive

    Be welcomed by Rihanna was a great pleasure, she's fantastic.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    Wonderfull
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is great and people are there amazing! They all super cute and helpfull! So close to bust station so you can basically wake up and go some island with bus and its like 10min walk! Also airport buses are there so quite easy to get anywhere. I booked mixed dorm but they gave me female room which so sweet! Thanks! and would definitely recommend 10/10

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Lady from Mexixo on reception

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would be nice if there was an extra bathroom as there were many people sharing just a few bathrooms. Laundry cost €10 per load.

    Nice location close to the bus station, a supermarket and the beach, though further from the old town. The hostel had a really nice atmosphere but was also calm and quiet after 10 or 11pm. The kitchen was great. My friend was stung by a sea urchin and the owners were very helpful. Comfy beds.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    10
    Great Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    30 minutes walking from the old town, not that close :( But is just 10 min from the Bus Station and from the Beach :)

    Amazing place with friendly staff and very easy to make friends. A lot of young people. There’s a big common area where people can relax, a kitchen, a bar. Also free coffee during the morning. Room with A/C helped a lot in summer.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No dislikes, perfect accomodation

    Very warm welcoming vibe to the whole place. Only stopped here for one night but wished I had stopped for longer. Embodies the hostel/traveller vibe very very well, great place to stay - would highly recommend

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2025

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is the top 2 hostels I've ever stayed in. The owner is a super nice and funny lady, very helpful and kind. The girls that work there are also very approachable. The hostel has everything you need and I loved the hammocks in the garden. If you are in doubt, just book it!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    10
    Beer, sun, and new friends.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly and sociable, there’s always big personalities around, and I felt like I could find new friends really easily; everyone is super chill and easy going. Honestly waaaaay better than “party hostels” I’ve stayed at before. Tia, Chris, Nina, and all the volunteers really bring the place to life!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    8.0
    Had a good chill relaxing holiday
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shower in the female dorm needs a toiletry shelf, quiet hours are strict because it’s a residential area.

    Nice comfy garden with hammocks and a bunch of couches, a pool table, nice big kitchen

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    They have all you need in the hostel! Comfortable beds in air-conditioned bedrooms with power supply sockets everywhere. Lots of bathrooms with hot water. Big leisure place with hammocks and many sitting places. Huge well-equipped kitchen has four double-burner stoves. They keep night hours really silent and super-polite staff serve you morning coffee for free! Hostel stays in walking distance from central bus station, supermarket and nice beach. A little farther is to the old town.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2025

    10
    Ideal Place To Stay! Staff were wonderful, beds were brilliant. Top Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was grand. No issues

    The people, staff were amazing, beds were very comfortable, lots of space to chill out, AC is good, good value bar.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2025

    10
    Had the most cosy and welcoming stay 100% recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hosts went out of their way to make you feel at home, great social areas, good kitchen, everyone I met was great and there for a good time, super close to the beach. Definitely recommend staying here

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2025

    8.0
    Overall a good stay if you want to stay for just a night
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathrooms could be a bit cleaner

    It was close to the bus station. Also they arranged the airport transfer for us which was perfect

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    10
    Great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was great, nice staff, good mattress :)

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The facility was good and had value for money. The receptionist was very helpful.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2025

    10
    Tropical and cozy atmosphere in cool young company
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only thing I wasn’t prepared for is that no towels, but I didn’t ask for it, so maybe there is some

    I love the atmosphere, because there everyone is so friendly and that’s why i felt very comfortable and spent time in nice, new company. Also a lot of possibilities - you can take a bicycle, play pull and a lot of other games, big kitchen and some free food there.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mosquitos! No TV programs ...

    Very professional management providing service to all: exceptional.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    very friendly staff super helpful

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Small Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great facilities and lovely staff - very welcoming and helpful!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    10
    Portal to "New Beginnings"
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 10-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not taking money for my English Tea, extra milky and sugariee 😜

    My favourite would be the welcoming🌼 friendly, warm vibes, cosy, free yourself, immerse into serenity kind of the environment The cleanliness, the atmosphere, the warm hearted welcome, the sweetest and most energetic good mornings, comfort, convenience to near proximity bus station to the beach that's hardly 5 minutes walk, the love you see in every small thing is something I cherished Even though I have been backpacking and visiting hostels to airbnbs throughout Europe with very big names like AO, this visit was special. Value for money equals value for life at this place, not being Zen or anything, but it's the people who made this place with every little drop of love, tears, sacrifices and you see the reflections everywhere.

    Stayed in May 2025

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