Hardik Babaria (.
Google
Do not be misled by the high ratings. After staying in top-rated hostels in Barcelona, Munich, Vienna, Innsbruck, and even Amsterdam, I can confidently say Madhouse Prague offers the worst value for money. We actually paid less in Amsterdam for significantly better facilities.
The Space & Layout:
The layout is a logistical nightmare. The reception and common areas are on the 1st floor, with rooms from the 2nd floor up. There is no elevator, so be prepared to haul luggage up narrow stairs constantly. Our room on the 3rd floor was poorly designed—split into two tiny levels (5 guests on one, 3 on the other). The rooms are the smallest I’ve encountered in Europe; there is no privacy and no room to move.
Capacity vs. Reality:
The hostel claims a 40-person capacity, but the physical space cannot support it. The "common area" and the tiny kitchen/dining room are so small that if even half the guests tried to use them, they wouldn’t fit. It feels claustrophobic rather than social.
Lack of Quality Standards:
No 24-hour reception, which is unacceptable at this price point.
Silent hours (9 PM) are a joke. Because the rooms are so cramped, you are disturbed by every single person entering or moving within the space.
Forced Socializing: The only way to meet people is the nightly pub crawl. Unlike high-quality hostels, there is no functional space to socialize naturally.
Final Verdict: The only thing this hostel has going for it is the location. If you value your sleep, your money, or basic comfort, stay elsewhere. This was a massive letdown compared to the standards of other major European cities.