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Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Bucharest with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby
Shower, towels
4 Beds Dorm, Female
Bucharest City-Centre awaits at Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel, where modern charm meets vibrant nightlife. Enjoy a cocktail on the rooftop terrace, take advantage of dry cleaning services and luggage storage for your convenience.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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8 Beds Dorm, Mixed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

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Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

4 Beds Dorm, Mixed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

6 Beds Dorm, Mixed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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4 Beds Dorm, Female

4 Beds Dorm, Female

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

10 Beds Dorm, Mixed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Microwave
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Smardan No 7, Sector 3, Bucharest, 030071

Getting around

  • University Station - 6 min walk
  • Polizu - 10 min drive
  • Bucharest (BBU-Aurel Vlaicu) - 29 min drive

About this property

Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel

Hostel near Palace of the Parliament
Consider a stay at Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel and take advantage of a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information
  • A TV in reception and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
More amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens, full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: EUR 5.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Pura Vida Sky Bar Hostel Bucharest
Pura Vida Sky Bar Hostel
Pura Vida Sky Bar Bucharest
Pura Vida Sky Bar
Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel Bucharest
Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel?

Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel located?

Located in Bucharest City-Centre, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of National Bank of Romania and Palace of the Parliament. Bucharest Museum and University Square are also within 5 minutes. University Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Raoul

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Budget hostel in poor condition

This place does not exist anymore, it is part of the little bucharest hostel, which caused a lot of confusion at the time of check in. The bathrooms were not in working condition (2 of 3 of the showers were broken) also on the second night one of the supporting planks of the bed gave way. However the location is very convenient and the staff is friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Upon check in we had to wait over and hour after the time we were told. The showers were terrible. The shower head did not fit to the wall so it was pointless. The beds were very uncomfortable and on two occasions the slats of the bunks moved so the mattress fell through. The floor was disgusting and the beds were not clean. We rented towels which we had to just leave because they were dirty and we weren’t offered a refund or to swap them. Walking back to the property at night was not nice as there is a strip club located next door and very seedy club promoters hassle you to go in. The rooms are not soundproofed so any peace and quiet before 7am isn’t possible. I would much rather pay more to stay somewhere that actually gives you a decent nights sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Elena was nice and professional. She was also helpful in showing the places around town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

T, Tokyo

Location is perfect. Basic comfortable no frills hostel. No elevators and check in is on the 3F.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

seniha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cuscini con cattivo odore non lavati lo stesso per l'imbottitura delle coperte,camera con quattro letti pulizia presumo settimanale pavimento camera e corridoio sporco, armadietto per riporre le proprie cose piccolo cm. 70x60x45, bagno solo due lavandini molto piccoli, due water e due docce con spazi piccoli per quattro camere e14 clienti. L'unica nota positiva camera calda e posizione centrale.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

4/10 Poor

lauren, utah

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

disappointed, much room for improvement

The place seemed okay as far as safety, but there was much that could’ve made this experience better. At around 7am the hotel staff at the front desk was talking very loud, it woke me and my roommates up. The bathroom was scary, unclean, and dark. The pillow and blankets were scary and seemed unclean. It would do the hostel good to have more than one mirror in the whole place, if there was a mirror in the room it would be very very helpful. I would compare this experience like going to camp when I was younger.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

rich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

chillin'... at the pura vida!

staff is incredibly flexible. everything works. made very good use of the kitchen. wifi available on every floor. and that glass of wine really helped when it was below-freezing outside! :D an a+ place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

6/10 Okay

miki

Disliked: Staff & service

cold room

The room was too cold for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

4/10 Poor

alexandre

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Barato bem localizado mas sujo

Não tinha ninguém para receber no local.Quarto com tamanho bom mas com paredes sujas. Localização perfeita.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place with unbeatable location

Amazing location, friendly staff. Dirty bathrooms and tiny showers.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
hyggelig personell, men bråkete naboer, skittne bad og rom, og trangt om plassen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Omar, Andorra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

albergue genial .

muy buena, mejor de lo esperado.

8/10 Good

georgios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice deal

Nice location. Exactly in valencia center. Good value price.

6/10 Okay

alonso

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Centrico.

Tubi.os problemas con el agua caliente. Pero fue un mal del momento no mas.

4/10 Poor

Alvaro

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Limpieza pésima. Really bad cleaning.

6/10 Okay

Davide, Italy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great price and position.

The price and position are very, very good. For other things (clean, services, etc....) is not the best.

6/10 Okay

Jason

Disliked: Staff & service

Great for Location

It was great for the Location and it was in the heart of Bucharest like the hostel had great wifi too very fast but I did like that their was kids in the room next door when I go to hostel its over 18 but i had 4 years old and 8 years old in the room next too me and had to listen to them on my last night...

4/10 Poor

Yan Hang Venus

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Noisy and messy

Nobody cleans.. doesn't really know who checked out yet. Besides the hostel (or even this hostel itself) is pub so can be noisy at night. Have to shut the window so it become quiet. People can always come in to the room without any locks or password. Luckily there are lockers. Don't expect anything except a bed near city centre. Restaurants and pubs nearby.