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Reviews of Hostel Balkan Han

Dalmatinska 6, 71000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

#27 of 121 hotels in Sarajevo

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Review score

Based on 294 hostel reviews

9.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.2

  • Free WiFi

    7.8

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  • Reviewed: 27 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dorms are literally on the street, so you can hear everything happens outside

    Cleanliness, position, staff

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathrooms could have been cleaner. No shoes in the living area rule, I don't feel comfortable sharing crocs with strangers 😅 There could b3 more activities like pub crawls etc.

    The backyard is really cool! Also the fact that there is a bar. The rooms are also very comfy and clean

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2025

    10
    A restful haven.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    i couldn’t use the courtyard because so many people were always smoking out there.

    The queen bed sized bunks.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Kitchen very small ( only one table )

    Spacious room, good location few minutes walking from the old town

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 August 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Large group of high school students were occupying two of the dorms when I stayed there and doors were slamming all the time, shaking my entire bunk bed

    Great location, friendly staff, well equipped kitchen and nice shared spaces/outdoor terrace area and bar for meeting people

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2025

    10
    Great social hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great social hostel that’s in a good location. The staff were friendly and very helpful. There is a bar that sells extremely cheap drinks. The beds have curtains and sockets by the beds. The wifi worked well.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    8.0
    Super Cool Spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super cool place, great location, clean and comfy, loved it! 🥳

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 August 2025

    8.0
    Super Cool Spot
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Super cool place, great location, clean and comfy, loved it! 🥳

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The place is clean, very spacious, has lots of communal living spaces like the outside patio and the dorm room has an ac and a fan. Everyone that works there is very hospitable and the owner especially cares for his guests and makes sure everyone is comfortable and happy. The place has an extremely cheap bar with a cool vibe.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The only thing was that the room's air quality was not good.

    It provides everything for a hostel. Sarajevo is a magical place and Balkan Han makes is even better if you are about to stay in a hostel. The garden is very nice. The kitchen is clean. I didn't have any problem with the facility. The staff was kind. Just bring lock for your stuffs.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2025

    10
    The best place to stay in Sarajevo
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I loved it all, great stay

    The management was extremely friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend this hostel to others!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    10
    A super fun, social and friendly space with the best chill vibes and a brilliant location!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff (especially Edin the absolute top guy and Unkas) were super friendly, the facilities were clean and comfortable, location was fantastic and it had a very social environment

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just kitchen a bit small and only useablr until 8pm but sufficient if not many people are there

    Really Cosy Veranda, big beds, nice personal

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very kind and helpful staff :)

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 27 June 2025

    10
    Exceeded every expectation!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    My first-ever hostel stay and it nailed it. The beds were unexpectedly comfy and private, letting me have a good sleep. The vibe was just right, social without being overwhelming, it is really clean and has good facilities. Another plus is its absolutely top-notch location just a few minutes from the old town, shops and public transport. The staff are next‑level helpful, friendly, efficient and effortlessly cool. Plus, I loved sharing evenings in the lush garden patio with fellow travelers over a rakija toast. This was certainly a perfect first‑time hostel moment.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2025

    8.0
    Good place, would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Comfort One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bit noisy (mostly the large college group, but also the road…). The fan in the room only worked when the light was on, so not great for summer sleeping.

    Nice little garden area, comfortable rooms, great location. Friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 June 2025

    10
    A minute walk from the city center
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great atmosphere, lovely people, comfy beds. Thank you Edin for everything you’re great.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 9 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean hostel with polite staff and in an ideal location!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great hostel in the heart of the city. No more than 30mins walk from the Central Bus/Train station. There is a bar in the hostel that serves cheap wine, beer and rakiya but it is not a party hostel which suited me well. There’s plenty of restaurants and bars around to continue partying if you want to. The staff were friendly and helpful and the vibes are good.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 29 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This place is an absolute gem. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed like an old friend. The owner and the staff go above and beyond, not just tipical service. Super clean rooms, cozy common areas, and the vibe is really good. Location is spot-on too, everything’s right around the corner. The atmosphere is welcoming and uplifting, a perfect balance of relaxed and social. Honestly, it felt more like staying at a good friend’s place than a hostel. Highly, highly recommend.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2025

    8.0
    3 nights in the ensuite room Balkan Han
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, great place would stay again

    The staff (Edin) was welcoming, friendly and chatty. Thank you for the rakija and restaurant suggestions! We booked the ensuite room, which is huge and includes a small kitchen with coffee. Shower pressure and hot water are exceptional Large TV in bedroom comes with many channels including movies and sports

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    You can't being alcohol so you are limited to one type of beer all night. My bed light didn't work, I told the staff and it wasn't fixed. The worst is the owner, sometimes he's rude and grumpy

    The place has the social vibe, Edin is an excellent host and make everything right. Beds are comfy, showers are OK. Kitchen is small.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The showers were a bit small

    The garden was absolutely lovely!

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2025

    10
    Sarajevo Cozy Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 7-Bed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Loud traffic outside, but that's not a big issue.

    Great Staff, Unkas I believe he was called was particularly welcoming and considerate, but everybody who worked there was lovely! I only stayed for one night, but found the facilities to be great, bed comfortable, and overall experience ideal. Perfect location near to sights/transit in Sarajevo.

    Stayed in May 2025

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