Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with bar/lounge, near Palace of the Parliament
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Lobby
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Shower, towels

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area
Feel at home
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms

8 Beds Dorm, Mixed

Highlights

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

Family Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

4 Beds Dorm, Mixed

Highlights

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

6 Beds Dorm, Mixed

Highlights

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

Basic Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

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

4 Beds Dorm, Female

Highlights

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

10 Beds Dorm, Mixed

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
Smardan No 7, Sector 3, Bucharest, 030071

What's nearby

  • University Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • National History Museum of Romania - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Piata Unirii - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Romanian Athenaeum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Palace of the Parliament - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Bucharest (BBU-Aurel Vlaicu) - 25 min drive
  • Henri Coanda Intl. Airport (OTP) - 31 min drive
  • Polizu - 10 min drive
  • Gara de Nord - 11 min drive
  • Bucharest Baneasa Station - 20 min drive
  • University Station - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Beef Room - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gyros Thessalonikis - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Van Gogh Grand Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Old Habits - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel

Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Palace of the Parliament. A bar/lounge and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Public transportation is close by: University Station is just 6 minutes by foot.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Romanian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

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

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: EUR 5.00 per stay

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.

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

Does Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Partouche - Athenee Palace Hilton (14-min walk) and Casino at JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel (4-min drive) are both nearby.
What's the area around Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel like?
Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel is a short 6-minute walk from University Station and 19 minutes' walk from Palace of the Parliament.

Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel Reviews

Reviews

6.8

Good

6.4/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Fair

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.
Raoul, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

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.
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Elena was nice and professional. She was also helpful in showing the places around town.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Location is perfect. Basic comfortable no frills hostel. No elevators and check in is on the 3F.
T, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nicholas, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

seniha, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

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.
lauren, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

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!
rich, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Good place with unbeatable location
Amazing location, friendly staff. Dirty bathrooms and tiny showers.
Tim, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice deal
Nice location. Exactly in valencia center. Good value price.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

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...
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

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.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

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.
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

7-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

cold room
The room was too cold for me.
miki, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Barato bem localizado mas sujo
Não tinha ninguém para receber no local.Quarto com tamanho bom mas com paredes sujas. Localização perfeita.
alexandre, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

hyggelig personell, men bråkete naboer, skittne bad og rom, og trangt om plassen.
3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

albergue genial .
muy buena, mejor de lo esperado.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Centrico.
Tubi.os problemas con el agua caliente. Pero fue un mal del momento no mas.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Limpieza pésima. Really bad cleaning.
Verified Hotels.com guest review