Maverick Downtown

I rarely leave negative reviews, but I feel other travelers should be aware of what to expect. Unfortunately, my stay here was quite disappointing. The apartment has a cheap, window-mounted AC unit that blocks the only window, so there’s no way to get fresh air. The bed is placed on a makeshift second floor, and none of the cool air reaches that level — it’s incredibly hot up there. As soon as you lie down, you start sweating profusely. I had to sleep downstairs just to avoid overheating, which unfortunately led to me getting sick and staying unwell for the entire 5-day stay. To make matters worse, the AC is extremely loud and makes it very hard to sleep. The bathroom constantly smelled of sewage and was never cleaned during my stay, despite the listing promising daily housekeeping. Towels were not replaced even once, and the soap ran out by day 4. In the kitchen, a sign asks guests to wash their dishes — but every dish was dirty and left unwashed, which made things feel even less sanitary. Everything in the apartment is outdated and in serious need of maintenance. It’s clear the owner is cutting corners, from the poor AC choice to the lack of basic hospitality. With a bit of care and investment, the place could improve, but as it stands now, I would not recommend it.

My private room almost felt more like a hotel room, rather than a hostel room. Great location. Quiet, but with the option to join social activities if you’d like. Very friendly and accommodating staff!

EDIT after 2 weeks: DONT STAY AT HERE… my bed bug bites were persistently red, swollen n itchy (last pic). Srsly affected my daily life now… Pros: location is super convenient, metro/bus stations/cafes/supermarkets r all just downstairs. ***Cons: cleanliness is a concern, I got bitten by possibly bed bugs here (both my arms, hands, n some on my waist). I hv travelled in 40 countries so far n hv stayed at numerous hotels, airbnbs, hostels but this is the first time I got bitten so… another thing is the noise, as it’s just besides the main road, the place never gets quiet even wif the windows shut. N the toilet kept making noises (everytime u turn on the tap/shower, the toilet will make a flushing sound. This gets very annoying esp when someone is showering/using the wc early in the morning or late at night). There r also no bed curtains, offering less privacy n one might easily affect/be affected by other roommates (esp when we all hv different sleeping schedules n travelling plans). I hv stayed in another hostel in Budapest before (near the central market), n honestly I would rather walk a few more mins but stay at cleaner, quieter, n more private rooms.

Pros: AMAZING location (it doesn't get any better), good prices, great staff, very comfortable and clean beds, frequent social events, big windows in the rooms that can let in light and a nice breeze|Cons: super hard to find (everyone I met got lost trying to find the hostel!!), the bathrooms were slightly dirty and smelly. The door to the bathroom didn't close properly and the drain in the shower wasn't working, so the whole bathroom would flood whenever someone took a shower. |I would definitely stay here again for a night or two, but for anything longer I'd either have to: a. find somewhere else to shower or b. ask the front desk if I could be in a room with a better bathroom. |Side note: I came as a solo woman and had an amazing experience with meeting other women in my female-only room. I also felt super safe whenever I was inside the hostel.

Excellent location, very helpful front desk and nice kitchen. They offered to keep luggage in a secure place,free of charge. Unfortunately, there was no hand wash in toilets, though I told them. Toilet seats were wonky as well. Please note, you have to give a good push to front cast iron door.

Highly recommend! Prime location, unbelievably beautiful building, clean and comfortable vintage rooms. The room makes you feel like you are in a hotel, but the cute lounge and the shared kitchen make the hostel vibes. The staff are super kind. Thank you for everything!

I stayed there for one night, everything was great. The room was clean and everyone was very friendly. When I visit Budapest again, I will definitely choose to stay there again!

Location: Centrally located in Budapest, close to the airport bus stop, metro, and local transport. The building itself is a beautiful, historic structure. Communication: The staff was incredibly easy to communicate with, both before and during my stay. They were very considerate of guests’ special needs and preferences. Rooms: The 6-bed room was surprisingly spacious, making it comfortable for everyone. Cleanliness: The hostel was very clean overall. The bed mattresses, pillows, and duvets were of excellent quality and new, with no stains, and everything was freshly ironed. Services: Towels are included, and there’s 24-hour access to coffee and tea. The kitchen is well-equipped for cooking, and the living room provides a comfortable space for all guests. The reception offers help and service around the clock. Staff: The staff was exceptionally friendly and always ready to help. Room for improvement: The only thing I’d suggest improving is the cleaning staff's breakfast schedule. From about 7:30 to 8:45 every morning, they use the kitchen, which makes it difficult for guests to access the limited seating in such a small space.