Went a couple times to the cafe....really doesn't look like a typical hostel but more like a…read moreboutique hotel! The staff were friendly and the food/coffee was good. Also based on a really nice street.

I flew into Rotterdam to save costs on traveling to the Netherlands. I really wish Amsterdam had a…read moreplace like this because King Kong is an excellent hostel. They have a place to work if need be, and a variety of sleeping option. I stayed in the mini loft with a friend. Very comfortable and clean. The prices are extremely reasonable, I think I paid about €20/ night. My friend and I had such a great stay that we actually re-routed our trip back to Rotterdam for another night. Breakfast was simple, but high quality and they also rent bikes for a very reasonable rate. The only downside (which was only half a bad) was that at night I discovered have some very tasty, and slightly expensive, deserts for sale. That said, I only regret that part because of my abnormally high cravings for food during my stay at King Kong.

Lybeers was a fantastic hostel to stay in and one that I would recommend for folks traveling…read morethrough Bruges. It is centrally located near restaurants and shops and very easy to access via 15-20 min walk from Gare Bruges. We stayed in a six-person mixed dorm on the very top floor of the hostel. Note that there are no elevators so you will need to life everything up to your space. Note that you will need to do your own sheets on the bed so make sure you don't pass out before completing this task. Either I was really tired or that bed mattress was great because I slept like a baby the entire night I was there. There are also multiple outlets aligning the walls for you to charge your devices. Each floor also has private toilets and showers available, some having both included. The showers here look very modern and much cleaner than other hostels I've stayed. There are dedicated sink areas as well. The public spaces in this hostel were fantastic! There are a ton of open seating as well as a bar inside with its own happy hour available. While we didn't spend too much time hanging out in the lobby, I appreciate the openness and clean, friendly environment. If you arrive early or need a place to store luggage, they have a secured access-code closet that stores everyone's belongings. Great sense of security seeing this available free of charge. Definitely do not hesitate to book with Lybeers if you can. They are truly a superstar hostel!

Lybeers Travelers' Hostel is a lovely hostel conveniently located near the heart of the city of…read moreBrugge. Check-in was quick and easy. The guy at the desk was also friendly and helpful. Three of us stayed in a four-person mixed dorm hostel on the third floor. Luckily, no 4th person showed up so we had the room to ourselves. The beds were bunk style, no creaky noises. Underneath the bottom bunks, there are drawers where you can lock your belongings. You will need to bring a lock. The room and bathroom was very clean. Each floor had a shower/toilet and sinks, which were separate from each other. None of us had any issues waiting for them. There is a bar in the living area. They serve awesome beer for cheap prices. They do beer tours during the day. They also have a full kitchen for everyone to use. If I return to Bruges, I'd definitely stay here again! If you are driving to Bruges and need to park your car, it is a quick walk to Centrum 't Zand (Bruges) - Interparking. It is about 9 Euros to park for 24 hours.

Clean hostel with comfy beds, VERY close to the beach. There is a big supermarket just a minute…read moreaway. Hostel is part of the Hostelling International network. Free breakfast (quite good, slightly above average compared with other Western European hostels). But couple unexpected rules: - no mixed dorms (only female/male) - no towel rentals - checkout at 10 AM! - early: 7.30-9.30

Very personal, inspiring hostel…read more Bridget and Greg run this hostel with a lot of love. It is very easily and quickly reached from central station. Inside the house there are several nice rooms from double bedrooms to dorms of 14. Therefore prices vary. They have a lovely bar and kitchen area. At nighttime it seems that all the visitors come together to exchange their travel experience. Meanwhile you can consult Greg for advice on the Belgian Beervarieties. There are at least 12 different delicious beers on offer. Breakfast is free: cereal, toast and eggs. Facilities are clean. There are heaps of small surprises: lovely lettering on the walls, ecofriendly approach, hammocks, games etc. Come and speak to The owners at any time. They will make you feel very welcome in the beautiful city of Antwerp.

Great hostel! They do such a great job of making it feel like home! Comfy beds and comforters - I…read morehad my best nights sleep here yet. You have everything you need from laundry, fridge, kitchen, etc. etc. Very friendly and helpful staff too!

From the owner: Good coffee! Great terras! Awesome beers! Nice rooms for the overnight!read more

I stopped in here for beer and a snack after visiting the nearby lighthouses. The bartender had her…read morehands full as the only server on shift while we were there. While I was disappointed that they didn't have any popcorn available, the vegan pizza more than made up for it. It was delicious! The Tripel Karmeliet on tap was the perfect complement. I would definitely choose the to come here again.

Great ambiance and prices at the pub, and it was one of my favorite hostels while backpacking…read morethrough Europe. It's changed very little in the last 15 years, near as I can tell (other than the ever-amassing wax candlabra getting massively gigantic). Be sure to take a look at the huge clock behind the bar ... But don't expect it to give you an accurate account of the time.

Only stayed here one night, but it was adequate. The private rooms are basic, but huge and clean…read more The receptionist was very kind and friendly even though we checked in late at midnight. The bathrooms were nice and clean as well.

This is an excellent choice for a stop over. The rooms are super basic but perfect for the…read moretraveler. The amenities offered at the hostel are plentiful. The breakfast isn't overwhelming but it's perfect to get you started and on your way. The bar can be a little noisy on the weekends, try to book a room away from the courtyard

Pretty bad overall experience (so far) I'm several nights…read moreinto my stay here (after being forced to get a bed here last minute because other accommodation in the city kicked me out without a reason) While the staff are nice here, they're about the only upside. To start with they charge "tourist tax regardless of where you're from or if you're in Rotterdam for work like I was. The photos are misleading, the rooms are sparse, outdated, uncomfortable with paper-thin windows that let all the noise in from the street. I know it's a hostel but in an area with a lot of nightlife, PLEASE get some better soundproofing. I never slept despite having earplugs in all night every night. It's made worse by a total lack of information and rules being enforced. Guests were bringing people in from the street at all hours to just fuck around and be loud throughout the building, and several of my roommates were on their phones through the night, and staff refused or ignored any attempts to get a quieter room or tell them to stfu. Cleanliness was awful, the showers look like something out of the gulag, and the fellow travellers, even for a cheap hostel, were so gross - one dude literally scratched his ass in the bed next to me, sniffed it, then wiped the brown on his sheet, and rolled over. WTF?! Seriously hoping for a refund on booking 26031 but I doubt they will acknowledge any negative feedback let alone fix it. Didn't try much of the food. It looked fine from what I saw others have but I had my own stuff.

The hostel you stay at and the people you meet will make or break the trip, so choose wisely!…read moreStaying at this hostel was one of the BEST decisions out of the many hostels we have stayed at for it's hospitality, cleanliness and the friends we made here! The hostel is near the Erasmus bridge so walking to city center will take about 10 minutes, which isn't bad. It's easy to find and has a lot of surrounding restaurants nearby as well as the supermarket. There's a tram/metro stop just outside the hostel on the same block so you can get there easily. This is a VERY social hostel with a bar in the common area and a variety of activities planned daily, which we LOVE because it's one of the reasons we stay at hostels! The hubby and I had had a private room on the 3rd floor called the "Love Room" by coincidence. There are plenty of restrooms and showers (some private some shared) on each floor and we never had any issues finding an open shower/toilet even though the hostel was always packed with travelers! We had the opportunity to participate in their Dutch Delight social night on Monday, the Food Tasting Tour on Tuesday, the 5 Euro burrito plus tequila night and the free walking tour on Wed night! Plus the DAILY happy hour from 7-9pm which includes 1,50 euro beer, wine and shots! We made numerous friends from all over the world while staying here that we appreciate all the kindness everyone has shown us! We even had a few young locals here show us the nightlife! Because we stayed in a private room, we received the upgraded breakfast for each night we stayed there. The breakfast was your basic coffee, tea, toast and cereal. Pretty typical but if you are hungry, the local market is just a block away. We also took advantage of the full kitchen in the basement so save some money. Laundry is available for YOU to use for 5 euros (you do your own) and it includes detergent. All the staff here are super friendly and helpful! I love that they too are social and participate in the activities to make us feel comfortable! Although everyone was great, the two that stood out the most for us was Angela and Carlos! Angela especially, was one of the nicest person I have ever met! When she checked us in, she gave us so much information about the city, what to do, where to go...etc. She also showed us how to play Sjoelen, a dutch shuffleboard type game, during Dutch Delight night, which was such a great way to start our stay here in Rotterdam! We also met one of the owners during the Food Walking tour and she was just the sweetest person! Always smiling and gave us so much information and history about this amazing city! I highly recommend staying here if you want to stay at a comfortable and clean room and if you want to meet some amazing people!