Hostel Amazing Ionika

I really enjoyed my stay at this hostel. The interior design is very nice and gives the place a cozy yet modern feel. My room was spacious and comfortable, and the location is excellent – close to everything important. The biggest highlight, however, is the owner – incredibly kind, helpful, and welcoming. He really makes the place special. I also took part in two tours organized through the hostel and they exceeded my expectations. One was a trip around the beautiful Moldovan monasteries and wineries, and the other was across the Dniester – both absolutely worth the price and truly unforgettable experiences. Highly recommended!

Loved this hostel. At a time where so many corporate chains are taking over the industry, it's so nice to see a locally owned, unique, and well-decorated hostel. The staff were friendly and everything was clean. They go above and beyond to reach out to you and ensure you have a good experience. They even called a taxi for me at 5 AM for my flight. Great location as well, within a 20 minute walk of basically everything you could want to do in the city.

This is the Best Hostels I’ve Stayed In – Ionika Hostel is a Gem! I stayed at Ionika Hostel for four nights and honestly, the only regret I have is not staying longer. Everything about this place—from the atmosphere to the people who run it—is warm, personal, and thoughtfully done. If you’re heading to Chișinău, this is THE hostel to book. 🛎️ Impeccable Pre-Arrival Communication Even one month before check-in, I received a friendly WhatsApp message from the hostel. They shared super helpful information about Moldova, transportation, currency, weather, local food, and more. It was the kind of proactive, responsive communication you rarely see even in 5-star hotels. ⸻ 🍷 Unforgettable Tours with Ruben I joined two incredible tours run by Ruben—one to Transnistria, and one to a local winery. Both were well-organized, deeply informative, and full of character. • The Transnistria tour was surreal and full of stories, history, and hidden spots. • The winery tour wasn’t your typical tourist trap. Ruben took us to small, family-owned places, where we drank generous amounts of wine (and spirits!), learned from local winemakers, and had tons of laughs. There were so many great photo opportunities, and Ruben also shared insider tips that made the experience feel personal and real. You can tell he genuinely enjoys what he does. ⸻ 👨‍💼 Andrew – Calm, Cool, and Incredibly Helpful Andrew might come across a bit mysterious at first, but he’s one of the most grounded and kind-hearted receptionists I’ve ever met. He helped with airport pickup, gave me local recommendations, and every time I felt tired after walking around town, I could just message him and he’d help me call a taxi within minutes. He even opened a bottle of red wine for me late at night and suggested a fantastic local barber nearby. Just a calm, consistent presence who always makes sure you’re comfortable. ⸻ 🏡 The Hostel Itself • Clean and cozy rooms • Chill common areas • Good Wi-Fi • Lockers and space to spread out • And a nice vibe that makes it easy to meet people, but also fine to relax quietly if you want. ⸻ 💬 Final Thoughts Ionika Hostel doesn’t feel like a hostel—it feels like a small community of thoughtful hosts who actually care. Everything is done with attention to detail, and the human warmth is something you won’t forget. Would I recommend this place? Absolutely—without hesitation. Would I come back? In a heartbeat. Thanks again to Ruben, Andrew, and the whole Ionika team for making Chișinău such a memorable stop.

So friendly and pleasant owner, super service 😍. Checked in us early without any problems. Pleasantly surprised that towels was included. I know that some hostels take extra pay for it. Also so nice that there is a separate room for women with shower. And it's so clean and comfortably 🤗. Thank you for warm welcome 🙏

There is really nothing bad I can say about my stay there. I was there for 3 nights, in a private room. I had everything I needed and the hostel is well located. It wasn't noisy. The staff is very friendly and willing to help anytime. The owner would do really anything to make his guests happy. I would definitely go back there.

Amazing place! hostel! The owner is incredibly hospitable and friendly – he goes above and beyond to make guests feel welcome and at home. One of the highlights of my visit was the selection of tours he organizes: they are both affordable and really interesting, giving a great insight into the local area and culture. It’s also super convenient that the hostel allows you to store your luggage – it made my travel planning so much easier. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a warm and memorable experience!

One of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed in! Ruben, the owner, truly goes above and beyond to make the place feel welcoming and comfortable. It has a really homely vibe and you can tell a lot of care goes into making guests feel at ease. I really enjoyed my stay and would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting Moldova.||Also, don’t miss Ruben’s tour to Transnistria — it was hands down one of the most fascinating and memorable tours I’ve done, and great value too. If you’re heading to Moldova, make sure you stay here!

Cant fault this hostel. A must stay if you visit Moldova! And the hostel also has by FAR the best tour to Trasnistria. Great customer service, comfortable beds and living areas and a really good location to walk or catch a bus to anywhere in the city.