In terms of its facilities and the politeness of the staff, Hostel Postel is pretty much perfect. And with its own outside courtyard area, it almost feels too good to be a hostel. That being said, in some ways that creates a fairly formal vibe to the place, and in that sense, the atmosphere is more like that of a hotel than a hostel.
The Location
Český Krumlov is a very close-knit place so you’ll find nowhere is particularly far away. Hostel Postel itself is about five minutes from the market square, just a couple of minutes from one of the few mini-markets in town, and about twenty minutes from the main bus station by foot. Also, being located on the south side of the river, it’s a little set back from the main humdrum of the tourist centre in a nice little spot that you may not otherwise have checked out. And finally, it’s right in front of an awesome viewpoint that rarely gets busy as very few people know about it!
Rooms and Bathrooms
First impressions of the bedrooms are that they’re awfully cramped, with the beds packed in pretty close to one another. However, once you get into bed, privacy somehow doesn’t feel like such an issue. It could be the super soft mattresses or the large duvets in which you can actually wrap yourself. Either way, somehow the beds still feel fairly private and less exposed than some hostels tend to. Still, plug space is something of an issue, meaning you may have to rely on charging in the common areas at times, and the Wi-Fi signal is poor.
The bathrooms, though, are very nice. They’re located across the other side of the common area, which some may see as a bit of a nuisance, but that’s being awfully picky. Facility-wise, they’re very clean and allow for plenty of privacy.
Common Spaces
Generally speaking, there’s a good amount of communal space within the hostel. There’s a well-equipped, open-plan kitchen with a kettle, microwave, and hobs, as well as a decent-sized table surrounded by homey décor to make the place feel very warm and welcoming. Much like the rooms, plug space can be hard to come by, but there are sockets available if you’re willing to hunt for them. And finally, there’s loads of space to hang out in the outside courtyard area, which is potentially the most appealing part of the entire hostel.
Summary
With its décor, the facilities, and the beautiful setting, Hostel Postel is just about guaranteed to provide an enjoyable experience. It’s ideal if you’re after a picturesque and comfortable place to stay in Český Krumlov, but if you’re looking for a more rough-and-ready backpackers experience, then it may not necessarily be for you.
