Good Bye Lenin Hostel

Funnily enough, Lenin actually lived in Cracow before the First World War - he loved the place, not least the superb Polish soups and vodkas. Needless to say, the statues of Comrade L that littered Poland after 1945 weren't a great hit with the locals - Cracovians even tried to blow up the one in neighbouring Nowa Huta (only the foot actually exploded!). As the name of this hostel hints, 'Goodbye Lenin' takes a jokey approach to the revolutionary Russian. It's quirkily decorated and there are plenty of perks, such as free internet (wireless), a bar, regular barbecues in the garden, parking places and 24 hr reception.

"I was in charge of a party of 18 blokes. We found the hostel to be in a great location. A pleasant 10 minute stroll to the square. The hostel itself is great a bargain in fact. Excellant accommodation with quality facilities. An enjoyable bar and atmosphere. The rooms are basic but clean. We found the hostel to be very safe for our kit. Lastly , the staff were fantastic and beautiful! Very welcoming and helpful. Our stay was very enjoyable and I would recommend Goodbye Lenin to anyone."

Craig Pearson
United Kingdom
Mar.17.2008
Overall rating 5/5

"elma and staff very friendly and helpful, hostel very cleaned and tidy. we were a party of 18, between ages of 30 to 50 who travel around europe every year for the past six years and we all agreed this has been the best yet."

Richard
United Kingdom
Oct.24.2007
Overall rating 5/5

"i guess the people with the bad reveiws were just unlucky,all hostels get a bit rowdy sometimes! the hostel is really clean, secure and well staffed with 3 computers with internet. beds are a bit on the hard side but is still fantastic value. everyone did all the best to help (even helping me get gig tickets)even though as a couple we were a bit unsociable, handy having a bar downstairs and the showers are clean and great, have just got back and will tell everyone i know to give it a try! also a great location. Loved it!! Thanks everyone, hope to be back soon."

mer
United Kingdom
Sep.13.2007
Overall rating 5/5

"BEST HOSTEL WE STAYED IN ALL TRIP. WE DIDN'T HAVE ANY TROUBLE WITH THE BOOKING- OR HEAR OF ANYONE HAVING TROUBLE."

Beck
Australia
Jul.09.2007
Overall rating 5/5

"I was very impressed with this hostel and the facilities it provided. The staff were really friendly and helped us with loads of things like where to eat and they book us a taxi to get to the airport. Apart from an Australian guy in our room when we first arrived(!!!) it was fantastic. Thanks for a great timexxx"

Alyssa Bethell
United Kingdom
Mar.19.2007
Overall rating 5/5

"once again this place was a fantastic hostel. the staff and facilities were great. tip those people. "

dermot roche
Ireland
Feb.17.2007
Overall rating 5/5

"very good hostel. the best i have stayed in yet. it has to be said that i, mr roche enjoyed this place with all the fury he does on all his holidays. they let me bring my own vodka into the bar which was a really great treat. i also like the showers which i didnt get the chance to use as i was incredibly busy. the room was clean and HOT i liked that. i also noticed the staff were a top bunch of young people although they knew it was my 27th birthday and didnt wish me well or get me a cake. they called me a cab when it was time to go which was more than my own parents ever did. there was a fine breakfast on offer which was much more than i ever had here in ireland. a box of jelly and cereal. "

Dermot Roche
Ireland
Feb.12.2007
Overall rating 5/5

"Great hostel! The staff is so nice, the rooms are great, hanging out in the garden with staff & guests was so much fun! Loved it! Highly recomended! "

Dagmar Bokma
Netherlands
Aug.04.2006
Overall rating 5/5

"I love this hostel... the people there is great... they are always triyng to help you..The hostel is really clean.. and equiped.. what can i say guys... this is the best option.. really... VERY RECOMENDED....you will love it... Saludos desde mexico.... "

Gloria
Mexico
Jul.22.2006
Overall rating 5/5

"I have never stayed in a hostel before and was a bit apprehensive before arrival. Not anymore, I had a great time at the Goodbye Lenin, the guys running it were very friendly and made our time there very enjoyable and I highly recommend it. 10/10! "

James
United Kingdom
Jul.20.2006
Overall rating 5/5

"Loved it. Great atmosphere, amazing rooms, wonderful staff. I would recommend this to anyone traveling to Cracow. Wonderful Polish breakfast. It's like going back to the old communist days. Although I'm too young to know what it was like back then. The garden is a great place to hang out and drink the typical polish vodka. Loved the barbecue, great meat. "

Mark
Netherlands
Jul.07.2006
Overall rating 5/5

"Amazing place, i have newver seen guys with such energy to do something. This is new opened hostel with great soul already. Great place, great facilities, great stuff. I recomend to everybody"

Jorge
Spain
Jun.20.2006
Overall rating 5/5