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
When visiting Bucharest, Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel is a great choice to consider. 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 4 minutes' walk from University Square.
Pura Vida Sky Bar & Hostel Reviews
Reviews
7.0
Good
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6.6/10
Cleanliness
7.0/10
Staff & service
5.0/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
4/10 Fair
9 February 2020
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
Raoul, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
28 September 2019
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.
Verified traveller
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 April 2019
Elena was nice and professional. She was also helpful in showing the places around town.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 April 2019
Location is perfect. Basic comfortable no frills hostel. No elevators and check in is on the 3F.
T
T, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 January 2019
Nicholas
Nicholas, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
3 January 2019
seniha
seniha, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 September 2018
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
7 July 2018
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
lauren, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 January 2018
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
rich, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 November 2017
Good place with unbeatable location
Amazing location, friendly staff.
Dirty bathrooms and tiny showers.
Tim
Tim, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
23 March 2017
Nice deal
Nice location. Exactly in valencia center. Good value price.
georgios
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
15 October 2016
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...
Jason
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
13 October 2016
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.
Yan Hang Venus
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
24 September 2016
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
18 December 2018
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.
Verified traveller
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
19 August 2018
Verified traveller
3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
7 January 2018
Verified traveller
7-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
2 December 2017
cold room
The room was too cold for me.
miki
miki, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
27 November 2017
Barato bem localizado mas sujo
Não tinha ninguém para receber no local.Quarto com tamanho bom mas com paredes sujas. Localização perfeita.
alexandre
alexandre, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 November 2017
Verified traveller
2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 November 2017
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
27 June 2017
hyggelig personell, men bråkete naboer, skittne bad og rom, og trangt om plassen.
Verified traveller
3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 April 2017
albergue genial .
muy buena, mejor de lo esperado.
Omar
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
19 January 2017
Centrico.
Tubi.os problemas con el agua caliente. Pero fue un mal del momento no mas.