รีวิว Hostel Sol

Right on the 'new' harbour of Dubrovnik, where large cruise ships arrive and smaller ones pinpoint the Croatian coast (Split, Zadar and islands nearby), this HOTEL is a very good option if you want to visit the city, save some money and enjoy a relaxed stay. With buses 1(A or B), one's in about 10min in the old town (Pile); the ride costs 15 kuna and make sure to have small cash. The walk there is also pleasant, it takes some 40min and it's not tiring at all. Parking is free of charge through a narrow entrance way beside the building; if full, one has either paid parking across the hotel - and there is constant control, so make sure to get your ticket the right way! - or free by the chemist's on the left. The place was indeed once a hostel but even staff refers to it as a hotel, for all facilities of one are there. Reception is 24h there, they are most friendly and helpful. Check-out is at 11 o'clock tops but don't hesitate to ask if you need more time. Rooms are quite basic and OK if all you do is sleep there. For those familiar with the concept, the rooms are larger and more comfortable than an Ibis'. There are also more categories and larger rooms (for families) and even some with a great balcony on the 4th floor, majestic view over Babin Kuk peninsula. Internet has no password, rooms have safes in form of wardrobes - like in a hostel, which the place ISN'T -, cleaning is not done every day but towels do get changed daily. On the 2nd floor there's a shared kitchen and self-use laundrette (25 kuna). Guests are a bit of everything: lone travellers, families with children, couples or friends, young or more mature, quite a mixture! If breakfast is included, it's taken at Hotel Petka 2min away by presenting the key card and identifying yourself there. It's an old three-star hotel, so options are limited and one finds the basics to start the day. Don't count on juices, they are all syrupy! There are restaurants, shops and supermarkets within walking distance, one can really enjoy Dubrovnik without the hassle of hundreds of tourists in the old city - and if in a room with a view, even better, so ask for it!