Gregory's Backpackers Hostel

Absolutely brilliant! What can I say? do yourself a favour and get yourself to Gregory's backpackers if you're staying in Varna. The location of the hostel is by far an advantage as you're out of town in a little village with so much traditional charm (and the only restaurant there is amazing and cheap!). The hosts Terry and Georgie we're everything you could ever hope a host to be and lots more! The beers are icy cold, the rooms are very clean and presentable and above all the place is very homely if ya just wanna chill out. Cheers guys for such an unforgettable stay.

Without doubt the best hostel I have ever stayed at. Terry and Georgie are the nicest hosts you will come across. Looked after me like I was one of their mates. The hostel itself was spot on. Gregory's is worth the trip to the Black Sea on its own. Wish I could've stayed longer and been there in peak season to see Varna really take off. Make sure this place is on your itinerary!

Bloody little ripper! My younger brother and I stayed here for a few days and loved the place. Terry and Georgie were brilliant hosts, very laid back but still on the case. The hostel is in a great location as it's a little out of the city giving you a bit of the Bulgarian authenticity! If you're after a good time and a great place to visit then this is your stop! Bring your drinking shoes!

We had such an amazing time in Varna and Gregory's hostel definitely made our stay! Terry and Georgie are lovely people and do everything in their power to make your stay a pleasant one! And at the same time the hostel is very laid back with a welcoming atmosphere. Through eight weeks of traveling around Europe and staying in a hostel every night, we would rate Gregory's as the best!! Loved it, Gregory's caters for everyone, will be back for sure!

I stayed at Gregory's Hostel two weeks ago and had an absolute blast. This is certainly one well organised hostel. Firstly and most importantly to me is its an absolutely fun party environment and it couldn't be easier to meet people. There is a communal bar area where everyone congregates, chills out, and drinks. The hostel itself is run by a fun outgoing couple Terry and Georgey. They keep the place very tidy, fresh sheets, and also provide frequent transportation to train stations and the beach. If you're in Varna don't miss this place. One of Eastern Europe's best hostels!

This hostel rates as one of the best that I have stayed at. Friendly owners, friendly travellers that you can hang out and chat with, lifts to and from the beach/Varna, kitchen, DVDs and books at your disposal, bar and internet! I had a great five days here and would definitely recommend this place. It has been the only hostel so far that I didn't want to leave. Keep up the good work.

I thoroughly enjoyed Gregory's Hostel in Varna. As a seasoned traveller this was the best staff I've ever had the pleasure of dealing with. Very helpful, free pick-ups from town, great breakfast. A must if you are in the area! In addition, this town is a great place to party at night and relax on the beach in the day. I'd definitely come back.

Gregory's was a great experience. The owners were exceptionally helpful and the facilities were abundant! The free pickup and dropoff is obviously a plus. I felt completely secure in this village and enjoyed knocking back a few brews and hanging out with the other travelers -- when not partying in town! There are even some real live Canadians there (which are usually not the kind to travel to Eastern Europe) so you know it has to be safe for the Balkans!

Gregory's is the kind of place where a backpacker feels welcome the minute he steps in the door. The owner's are extremely accommodating and the onsite bar doesn't hurt the appeal either. If you're looking to read books and crochet, then this probably isn't the place for you. On the other hand, if you are outgoing and enjoy meeting adventureous people from all over the world, there is no better place in Bulgaria to spend the night.

Kitchen and shower dirty. The doors could not be locked properly. We needed privacy and rest, but the others were having a party until two a.m., and it could be heard through the balcony and through the floor (so no use of earplugs). Maybe all the five-star comments are from those brits who live there a long time and get to know each other? We felt like outsiders. In the morning they were all sleeping, including the owners (twenty-four hour reception, huh?), and we had to wait for someone to open the locked doors to get out. Recommended for people who travel abroad to get drunk with (other) Englishmen. Reply from the Hostel: We would like to offer an apology to these guests who did not enjoy their stay at our hostel. It is an English owned hostel but we have guests from all over the world and would never treat any nationalities differently. On the day in question it was my husband's birthday and we had a BBQ to which we invited friends who live here and guests alike. In Bulgaria it is the tradition for the host to pay for everything on his / her birthday so free food and drinks were offered all day to all hostel guests. Most guests (English, American, Danish, Dutch and Bulgarian) had a great day but I can understand that if people arrive to a hostel feeling tired, they may not appreciate a party atmosphere. I sincerely hope this review will not deter future Finnish guests.Terry's birthday is 28th May and mine 20th August by the way......

This place was by far the best hostel I have ever stayed. Quite a few times I forgot that I was a paying guest and that it was not one of my mate's houses. Anyway, the bar is great and the owners are fantastic. They really made me feel welcome and they were always joining in on the fun. Oh yeah, and Varna is a great place.

Absolutely brilliant! Whatever you like doing, from going out to ridiculous hours every night, to taking it easy and taking in the culture, Terry and Georgie will use their experience of the city to make sure you have the best time. It was difficult to leave because we made some great friends! Hostels don't come any better!! Cheers for an unforgettable six days!

I've just come back from a week staying at this hostel. I had a fantastic time and the couple running it couldn't have been friendlier or more helpful. The location is fantastic, peaceful, rural and scenic but the regular minibus runs into Varna dispel the fear of being too "cut off." Terry and Georgie arranged a trip for me with a guide (Patrick), which was a very interesting insight into the area as this was my first trip to an Eastern Bloc country. Everything in Bulgaria is so cheap it is very difficult not to have a good time! A full-blown meal at a top Varna restaurant with too much wine is less than £20 — yes, that's for three people, not one!!! Great place, great people — go there.

Well, in one word...FANTASTIC. George and Terry were so welcoming and easy to get along with. They really know how to make you feel at home. I found their knowledge of Bulgaria from the backpackers view point, indispensable. I would recommend Gregorys to everyone. Cheers for a fab holiday guys!