HI Lagos – Pousada de Juventude

There were a lot of cockroaches, I think I counted 5 during my 4 days stay. The staff were really lovely, that’s about the only good thing I have to say. The showers are mouldy, the beds so rickety it was like an earthquake as the person above me climbed into their bed. I had a room on the bottom level right on the street and it was horrendously loud. Even with the windows shut (which made the room extremely hot) you would still get woken up by young people walking past to bars. And a lot of motorbikes zooming past. The cupboard I was assigned didn’t lock, luckily I could link my padlock with the cupboard next to mine. Not that it matters because every cupboard lock is the same key as the bedroom door lock. At one point there was dirty smelly water coming out of the floor next to the kitchen, not very appealing to be eating next to. The only common area inside always had a man sleeping in there which I thought was strange. It also seemed one off the street could walk in if they wanted to. The outdoor common area was fine. The free breakfast was nice but I would rather them spend money on updating the hostel. Again the staff were lovely and let us store our bags at reception after check out.

The staff are so lovely that they made it a joy to deal with them. Piedro, Carla and Angela couldn’t do enough to help me. They gave me a better room upstairs away from the one assigned by the street without me even asking. Offered to store my bags. Told if I needed anything at all to come to them. Breakfast included which is a rare thing these days. Great coffee ☕️ Lovely internal open terrace with the rooms wrapping it with a wraparound balcony overlooking it. The balcony was a real suntrap in the afternoon with benches and tables and chairs there to enjoy it. There’s a dining room for breakfast, a separate kitchen for guests to use, and area to hang your washing to dry outdoors on balcony. You can’t fault that. Also very close to the nearest beach to the old town, the square with St Mary’s Church and also St Anthony’s Church. Great location. Highly recommend to those travelling on a budget! Enjoy! This review of stay in April 2024.

I came here during the off season so there were very few guests. All of the staff workers were very kind. They went above and beyond by storing my luggage after my check out, holding my laundry for me and offering tips about the place. The hostel is centrally located, just 5 minutes from the bus station, and not far from main tourist attractions and the beach. The kindness of the people made the stay worthwhile. The breakfast (included) although cold, was sufficient and surprisingly decent. Even though there are no lockers in the rooms, you can lock the door. I didn’t have any issues with safety. Rooms came equipped with extra blankets for the cold season. Downside: it can get a bit loud outside so bring earplugs and an eye mask.

Room is very humid (even with fan) and old. Beds uncomfortable and I think some insects were biting me at night. Our room was by the street so was noisy and difficult to sleep until club ended at 2am (on Monday night). Staff friendly and breakfast quite basic but nice. Central location in Lagos. Price reasonable.

The staff here is amazing. I had problems (unrelated to the hostel) and the guys were extremely accommodating, helpful, and unbelievably generous. They have a free breakfast, many toilets and showers, a kitchen, a living room with a pool table, and a nice courtyard. It was also the least expensive hostel in the area! Love this place, I definitely recommend.

I would not recommend this hostel! As we arrived, we were informed in a very unfriendly way that the kitchen didn't work and that we wouldn't be able to cook during our stay. We had to go out for dinner every day - not the cheapest thing to do in Lagos, especially for students! Furthermore, our room was in miserable conditions: We had a room on the ground floor, and it was so loud outside, that it was difficult to sleep. The windows had a metal grid and it felt like living in jail. The mattresses were uncomfortable, stinky and dirty. The bathroom was moldy and unhygienic. The towels and the bedsheets were dirty, and the doors to the bed- and bathroom had no handles and therefore could't be closed. Even the light switch was broken. However, the cleaning Lady was very friendly and the included breakfast was kinda good.

We spent two nights at the hostel and we really enjoyed. The location is really nice, really close to the bars and the beach! The place is clean (but keep in mind that it's a hostel!) and the share kitchen is really nice! We had a room for 4 and the room was clean. The only thing is the breakfast is not good, you should probably buy some food and make your own! |

I'm sorry but I just didn't like this place. I'm a Hostelling International member and have been hostelling for about 10 years now ... this location doesn't live up to today's standards. ||||It is quite old and dated, the rooms were very cold, no heat, the mattresses were old, soft and worn out, pillows and linens too. The common room was nothing more than a pool table surrounded by wooden benches with some old cushions to try to make them more comfortable. The bathroom door had no lock, the showers stalls had no doors. The kitchen was barely equipped, no kettle, the pans were old, warped, pitted aluminum, only a few utensils. And nothing looked clean. Breakfast was passable but very institutional. ||||The location is good and the staff were generally fine but I would definitely recommend making another choice. There are plenty of other hostels, far better than this one.