Hostel Strowis

The hostel itself is fine, basic but clean. But this is the loudest hostel I’ve ever slept in. It’s located on an extremely busy corner so if you’re here on the weekend, good luck sleeping. My experience was in the female dorm so I can’t speak to the rest, but even with ear plugs it was insanely loud.

Amazing hostel I stayed in a few months ago (April) Absolutely loved it, the girl hosting us was great, warm atmosphere, you can meet great people too. The style of the hostel is something I personally really love, quite hippy, free, old school, and chill. A little punk as we love too! Great tips from the staff and alternative events going on around the hostel and Utrecht. Great location too, and the garden feels like an oasis to chill out of the busy town. A few months passed, and still think a lot to this great hostel that definitely left a mark on my heart. I hope i’lll be back there. Note that it’s probably not fit for physically disabled please (steep Dutch stairs)

Very cute hostel with friendly staff. Beautiful garden and common areas. Everything was very clean and quiet. Towels and bedding included. Only thing that could be improved is offering female-only dorms as an option.

This hostel has a wonderful team of staff. We were heartily welcomed by Dick on our first night and were taken great care of by the younger female staff during the duration of our stay. However, having stayed for a few days I was able to notice some bullying of the younger female staff by the older male staff who (one or two of them) appear to live in the hostel. These men bring a negative vibe and are rude; one of seems only to glares at guests and cut off a conversation I was having with one of the younger staff members. This is unfortunate because this hostel is a charming building with a great atmosphere! Could easily be a five star hostel if not for the lurking live-in staff members.

Stayed for a couple of nights. What I liked: • Location: very close to tourist attractions, the Dom, library, restaurants, cafés, and canals. • Cleanliness. • Security system: you can enter the hostel using a daily updated code. • Reception staff: Dick was an absolute sweetheart. When I told him I couldn’t sleep on the top bunk because of my fear of heights (which was not his problem at all), he solved my issue with a smile. I even wanted to tip him but didn’t manage to catch him the next day since there’s a different receptionist each day. Huge applause to this man! Another receptionist also made a great recommendation for a canal trip company with covered boats on a windy and rainy day. • Beautiful garden. • Free towel. • Coffee and tea available in the cozy bar area. • Fast WiFi. • Lots of tables for studying. Many student guests stay here, but they’re respectful and keep quiet. • The room (female 4-bed dorm) had its own sink, table, and a large window with wooden shutters that made the room perfectly dark. • Soap on every sink + towels provided. What I didn’t like: • Noise at night: there’s a student club right next door. I was unlucky - my window faced that way. From about 23:00 to ~02:00 it gets loud, so bring earplugs. I had wax earplugs, and they saved my nights. • The room can get pretty hot, they don’t have AC. Consider this, because you really have to close the window (noise) • Beds are shaky: if someone climbs up to the top bunk or turns at night, you’ll definitely feel it. • I didn’t see a hairdryer. Maybe you can ask for one, but I brought my own so it wasn’t an issue. • Shower turns off every 10 seconds • Poor ventilation Overall: It’s not a luxurious place, but the reception people really add character and value.

Lovely hostel in the perfect location for exploring Utrecht. We stayed in a private room, which was basic but had a sink in the room and everything you'd need. We loved the pretty garden with the pond, the tea on arrival, and the super friendly staff!! The only downside is the showers aren't the best... They're like swimming pool showers in little enclosed rooms, but it's not enough to put me off. I'd definitely come back here if I was visiting Utrecht again because it feels so cosy and homely. Thank you ❤️

Just sitting in the hostel's absolutely cozy lobby while I am writing this review. The rooms, toilets and showers were clean. The staff is super friendly and helpful. They even have a cute cat which loves to cuddle with guests. The garden with a pond provides a calming atmosphere especially during the evening. One night I even heard some frogs giving a concert. Would definitely come again.

The hostel is in a good central location and staff are very helpful. We spent two nights at the hostel in a double room, and suffered from being bitten extensively by bed bugs.

I am always somewhat skeptical about what I am going to find at a hostel. Anyone who has traveled much with hostels has one or two horror stories to share. The city of Utrecht is already beautiful enough but walking into this place let me take a deep breath. Let me tell you a little bit more. The atmosphere is amazing. Cozy. Great lighting. Not too loud. Wonderful furniture set-up. The lounge/eating area could literally be a coffee shop that would draw regulars. It's definitely not a party hostel. I think they actually lock the front door at 1am to keep it as such. Perfectly fine with me. The staff are super-nice. I always try to show special kindness to people who are hostel receptionists. They deal with people from all over the world asking the same questions over and over. These people literally blew me away. They were beyond nice and after checking in over a cup of tea, I was in a refreshed mood and making my way up to my room. The amenities. You can pay less to stay in a room with lots of bunks or you can pay a little more to stay in more private accommodations. They also offer fresh breakfast in the morning which is a little expensive as far as hostels go but it's all you can eat. They also offer a budget breakfast if you're watching your euros. I thought it was pretty crazy but they also offer wash and fold laundry service at a reasonable price. That is pretty golden for travelers. They have more than enough city guides lying around and an up-to-date bulletin board with things going on. I can't think of anything that's missing. If you mix a cozy coffee shop that serves beer and wine, a super-clean hostel, and a friendly bed and breakfast, you would land here.