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Hostel Centar

📍 Vlaška 7, Upper Town – Medvescak, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia · Show on map

Very good526 reviews8.2

Photos: Booking.com

  • Internet
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

About the property

Hostel Centar is located in Zagreb, in the very centre and close to all major sights. Placed in a historic building, this hostel was renovated in 2024 and features traditional decorations and modern facilities. Free Wi-Fi is provided.

All rooms at Centar Hostel are air-conditioned and feature a seating area. They all have access to a shared bathroom with a shower. Guests can also use the shared kitchenette as well as a shared lounge area with a TV.

Numerous restaurants, bars and shopping streets can be reached in just a short walk.

The central Ban Jelačić Square can be reached in just 250 metres, while the Cathedral is 100 metres away. Fresh food market Dolac can also be reached in just 150 metres. Grocery shops can be found within a few steps.

The hostel is 5.5 km from Zagreb Arena, while Pleso Airport is 18 km away. Good tram connections are available with the nearest tram stop being just 50 metres from Centar Hostel. Main Train Station is 800 metres away.

Type
Hostels
Location
Zagreb
Guest rating
8.2 / 10Very good · 526 reviews
Check-in
from 15:00until 22:00
Check-out
by 11:00
Pets
Not allowed
Languages spoken
English, Croatian

Accepted payment methods

  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • Diners Club
  • Maestro
  • Cash only

Good to know

  • Please inform Hostel Centar of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Prices and availability

Pick your check-in then check-out date and we work out the price of your stay. Price per night for 2 adults, from Booking.com.

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Rooms and units

Rooms and photos from the property’s Booking.com page.

Facilities and services

  • Internetfree
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels

Internet

  • Internet services free

General

  • Air conditioning
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout

Services

  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Shared lounge/TV area

From the property’s Booking.com page. “Extra charge”: a fee may be payable on site.

Guest ratings

8.2 Very good526 reviews

Highlights

  • Location
  • Wi-Fi
  • Staff

Could be better

  • Facilities
  • Comfort
  • Staff 9.0−0.3
  • Facilities 8.0−1.1
  • Cleanliness 8.4−0.9
  • Comfort 8.3−0.9
  • Value for money 8.5−0.7
  • Location 9.6+0.2
  • Wi-Fi 9.0−0.3

Average in Zagreb · 2,039 rated properties

Ratings from Booking.com guests who stayed at the property.

Guest reviews

9.5 ExceptionalAverage of these 10 reviews

  • RobertUnited States · Feb 15, 2026 10Exceptional

    I would recommend staying here.

    Liked : Great location, right next to restaurants, grocery stores, and basically in the center (0.1 miles away). Comfortable bed, heat worked well, hot water, no problems.

    Disliked : N/A

    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
  • SinisaSerbia · Jan 3, 2026 9Exceptional

    Overall, for the price, it is the best option if you need a short stay in the heart of Zagreb

    Liked : Amazing location, literally in the city center. The host was very kind and we could even add another person to the room that was not planned but she managed to get the bed ready quickly. Clean & tidy hostel really.

    Disliked : Glasses and shelves in the kitchen were a bit dirty, but I assumed this has to do with other guests, not the staff so much.

    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
  • ViktoriiaItaly · Dec 20, 2025 10Exceptional

    Liked : Clean, cozy and the location is very convenient. Gia is a very friendly host.

    Disliked : It can be slightly noisy because of music from outside, and having an extra blanket would be better

    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
  • StephanieMauritius · Oct 8, 2024 8Very good

    Liked : Clean and decent size room. They also have a small basic kitchen with microwave. The hostel is also location within walkign distance of the main tourist attractions.

    Disliked : The wooden floor made a lot of noise when people come and go. No shower gel.

    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom
  • MeryemMorocco · Sep 8, 2024 10Exceptional

    Liked : The hostel was very clean and really in the center near to everything and it was really nice they even give you 2 towels and free Tea & coffee plus the stuff is so kind they let me leave my language all the day till 2Am because I had a flight early morning

    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 4-Bed Dormitory Room
  • AndrewUnited Kingdom · Jun 24, 2024 10Exceptional

    Lovely clean accommodation in great area.

    Liked : The location was perfect, the place very clean & the staff very friendly.

    Disliked : Nothing.

    • Solo traveller
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
  • JayanCroatia · Dec 28, 2023 10Exceptional

    Liked : it is a nice place..good,clean..and verry entertaining staff

    • Group of friends
    • Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
  • JohnrelNov 25, 2023 10Exceptional

    Comfortable stay and place near the city center

    Liked : The room has enough space. There was a small table and chair, place where you can hang your jacket and cabinet. Bed was comfortable, pillow and blanket smells nice. Everything was neat. Reception responds quickly. She was very informative and helpful. It was a smooth self check in in the evening. Bathroom was also clean!

    Disliked : Nothing. Everything was great!

    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
  • AmandaUnited Kingdom · Apr 15, 2026 10Exceptional

    A remarkably good hostel right in the centre!

    Liked : A remarkably good hostel right in the centre (as its name suggests) and excellent value.

    I stayed in a private room, with shared bathroom, which was light and airy and with a window overlooking the roofs of buildings on the street. (Room 2, pictures attached). The bathrooms are immaculately clean, there's a big fridge and a modestly sized kitchen area with microwave and kettle (and free tea and coffee). You can store your luggage in the common area.

    The two ladies who run the place are very helpful - and between the two of them are available through WhatsApp 24/7. And I was given a leaflet on arrival with some suggestions on where to eat by the hostel, which was helpful. Access to the building and hostel is through PIN code meaning a late check in is possible.

    If you read these reviews, thank you for a pleasant stay.

    Disliked : -

    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room with Shared Bathroom
  • ThomasGermany · Mar 22, 2026 8Very good

    At Europe Square

    Liked : It’s located at Europe Square, right in the center and close to major sights. The hotel was clean, and the staff was friendly.

    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Shared Bathroom

Reviews published on Booking.com by guests who stayed at the property.

Location

Vlaška 7, Upper Town – Medvescak, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

Directions

Things to see nearby

  • Manduševac 160 m3 min walk
  • Ban Jelacic Square 180 m3 min walk
  • Ban Josip Jelačić 200 m3 min walk
  • Kip Bana Josipa Jelačiča 200 m3 min walk
  • Croatian Sports Museum 200 m3 min walk
  • Mushroom Museum 230 m4 min walk

Restaurants and cafés

  • Nutelino Bar on site
  • Gajbica on site
  • Amélie on site
  • Vip club 80 m1 min walk
  • Certisa Coffee shop 100 m2 min walk
  • Caffe Bar Hills 130 m2 min walk

Getting around

  • Zagreb Train Station 990 m15 min walk
  • Zagreb Central Railway Station 1.0 km15 min walk
  • Zagreb Bus Station 1.5 km20 min walk
  • Zagreb Airport Franjo Tuđman 10 km15 min drive

Places and distances from Booking.com (straight-line distances, times are approximate). Map © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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