Hostel Aurora

The lake view was the one genuinely lovely thing, if you happen to get the right room. It couldn't make up for the rest, and for the price I found the stay absolutely not worth it. We spent two nights in a private room with our own bathroom. At first glance the room seemed okay, but the overall experience was very disappointing, and I wouldn't recommend staying here or come back. The biggest problem was the dust. I was fine after the first night, but by the second I was feeling properly sick. I've had similar symptoms while working on a dusty construction site, so I know the feeling. It was extremely dusty, and anyone with asthma, lung problems or dust sensitivity should avoid the place completely. It's a shoeless hostel, where you have to leave your shoes at the entrance and wear shared Crocs. I found that unhygienic and uncomfortable, especially given how poorly maintained the place felt. The renovation also seemed extremely minimal, basically just a coat of paint, though that part alone didn't bother me too much. The building feels cold and institutional, almost like a prison. We later learned it had been a military border control barracks, and that atmosphere is still there. The new barracks are right next door, with a very industrial area around them. The bed was uncomfortable, particularly the poor-quality pillows, which made sleeping hard. The double bed was two separate mattresses that kept sliding apart, not comfortable for a couple. Ventilation was another issue: even with double-pane glass, the window only opened a little, so there was hardly any fresh air. Breakfast was very basic and forgettable. The shower had good pressure and reliably warm water, which was a plus, but the bathroom layout is flawed and water gets everywhere when you shower.