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Reviews of Zen Hostel by Central Market

1093 Budapest, Vámház körút 5., Hungary

#150 of 351 hotels in Budapest

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Review score

Based on 994 hostel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 24 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I worked in cleaning before so i could add deep cleaning in bathroom, but in general it was clean.

    I liked the staff, girls were friendly. I wish i remember the names (might be Sisi and with L). They were smiley and nice and kind! Hostel is hostel, i felt free. It was nice that me as a girl i got mixed room but the small one, it make me feel more comfortable! Beds are pretty basic. But clean

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice people there.. easy to find.. nice room with two windows, even a table and couch inside the room.. really comfortable

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    Great stay !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double room with shared bathroom on Kálvin square
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room didn't have Air Con. But was otherwise ideal !

    Room was excellent, in a fantastic location. Staff were exceptionally friendly, especially Sisi who ensured I was comfortable throughout.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 August 2025

    10
    Sweet stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The host and staff are really kind and sweet. They understood our some problems and gave better option to stay. They replied the message so quickly and handled some issues so well

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff is super friendly and attentive to any problem, question, or concern you may have. The kitchen is fully equipped, and the hostel's atmosphere is super nice. Special mention to Sisi for her kindness and the time she takes to explain the city's attractions and the places the locals know.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kitschen could have more pots, knives and such.

    Location, apartment, really nice and helpful staff.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double room with shared bathroom on Kálvin square
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not having AC was a minus-point given it was very warm these days. There was however a fan that could partially do the role

    Great location, not far from the touristical spots Confortable room Kitchen well equiped Staff was extremely friendly and gave very nice tips about the city

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 15 August 2025

    9.0
    i enjoyed my stay and i will be back next week for two days before i fly home
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    when i first walked in to the building there was garbage on the floor and it smelled of garbage and i was sure i would have to change hostels but was pleasantly surprised how clean it was upstairs....later when i went out somebody had swept up the entry.... also there should be more towels available for kitchen and bathroom....they were always wet and looked dirty.....

    i liked the location i liked that you have a female room and bathroom and staff is friendly and helpful

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower curtains could be replaced, but they are still in good condition

    It's clear that the hostel was created by people who have put a lot of effort into it and know what they're doing. The staff is very kind and competent! Best regards and special mentions to Sisi, Lyanne, the cleaning lady, and the volunteers!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The best hostel I've ever stayed at! The staff were all very kind and check-in was uncomplicated. The room itself was nice and clean and the bed sheets were already fitted! I would recommend this hostel for anyone visiting Budapest.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    10
    Very good is what I would say
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean and pleasant! Very relaxed atmosphere. I interacted with Sisi and Lyanne for the most part, and they really made the trip special with their attention to detail and hospitality

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    While this hostile allready facilitates a lot in building a little community and the fundament for that is allready present. I feel that this hostile has great potential to function as a guide for the city. So maybe it would be possible to utilize that and organize more group events. (in the city offcourse, the hostile should stay the peacefull oasis that is is). Such as walking tours, going out to events etc. If the hostile facilitates in guiding events throughout the day, I think you would have something special that makes you stand out from other places.

    A lot of props to the hard working Hostel staff that takes the time and effort to make every traveler feel at home. As soon as you leave the door you're in the middle of the city. While at the same time the place provides a calm environment where you can rest and (as the name says) become Zen again. You can clearly see that all the employees are working from a shared vision to make this place the best. In the end it is all about sharing a space and have a great time.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    10
    Super comfortable and enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sisi was an enormous help I could not believe she started only a month ago.. super knowledgeable about the city where I needed to shop things to see she was the best part of the trip… luckily I didn’t get to do everything. I wanted to do only two nights, so it gives me a reason to return and I will return to this Hostel mainly because of Sisi….

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 30 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great staff and easy process to check in. Sisi was very friendly and helpful with tips. Location is great!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2025

    10
    Great energy and chill people
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s a great hostel close to everywhere you want to be in Budapest. Great people and the hosts Sisi and Lyanne gave us many usefull advice and recommendations for the city.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pillow is a bit like a sack of meatballs

    Sisi who works at the hostel is absolutely wonderful and made me feel very welcome and comfortable. The rooms and common area and kitchen are all very nice and clean. Good natural lighting in the shared spaces

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 July 2025

    9.0
    Amazing value for money, clean, with everything needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattress was really old, I didn't sleep very well and kept waking up multiple times during the night. Same goes for the pillow, it was small and soft and didn't really help with anything. Otherwise, nothing to complain about

    Had everything you need, including lockers, AC, even an iron. Was clean, including the kitchen. Everything was really good, as advertised or better. Really great value for money and the location was also good, and quite easy to find once I arrived.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double room with shared bathroom on Kálvin square
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean, spacious, and great location. The staff were super friendly and helpful, particularly Sisi who gave me a lot of great recommendations around Budapest.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice

    Amazing place where you Will meet really good people, the vibe is incredible !

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    8.0
    Thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No elevator

    Near all the landmarks

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I did not like, that i was not in the room with the balcony and private woman room looks better than the room for men 😤

    I did like the location and the art of the hostel 🧘🏼

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 17 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cosy, cute

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 13 July 2025

    10
    I really enjoyed my stay here. Miss Sisi was very friendly.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    This hotel property is complete and we can use it freely

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 July 2025

    10
    Brill
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing I didn’t like

    Staff and very clean

    Stayed in July 2025

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