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Flag Varna Central Hostel

Sheinovo No 2, Varna, 9000, Bulgaria
Flag Varna Central Hostel
Real Traveler Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 81 reviews from 1 source
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 3.9 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.7 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.8 out of 5
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Highly Recommended
Based on 81 reviews
from 1 source
  • Overall: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "you have to stay here if you go to varna, the most fun ive ever had at a hostel, dave is a mad man and i loved every minute of it, if you like to party stay here, if you like vodka and free beer stay here, highly highly recommended, a highlight of my trip." source Hostelworld

    "Dave is a legend and makes you feel instantly at home and it is a great place to meet other travellers. The hostel is in a great place close to all the bars and the beach and there is free beer every night before you go out." source Hostelworld

    "Varna great place with loads of bars and clubs, and if thats what you\'re looking for, head to this hostel." source Hostelworld

    "I cannot rave enough about this hostel, in fact I recommend bypassing Sofia and head straight to Varna." source Hostelworld

    "Overall the place is nice but would benefit from a little more logistical organization." source Hostelworld

  • Clean: Rating of 3.9 out of 5

    "However, if you are looking for something quiet and more clean, you should look somewhere else." source Hostelworld

    "Needs a very good clean." source Hostelworld

  • Location: Rating of 4.8 out of 5

    "Hostel has moved locations due to a fire at the old one, so make sure to call to get the new location. There is only 1 bathroom at the new location, but more are under construction." source Hostelworld

    "The hostel burnt down a week before i arrived, but amazingly they had already managed to get it up and running again at another location." source Hostelworld

    "Great location, and Dave will go out of his way to make sure everyone enjoys their stay." source Hostelworld

    "The hostel was in a great location with a very friendly and social atmosphere." source Hostelworld

    "The rooms are not too small and the location is perfect." source Hostelworld

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TOP RATED HOSTEL IN THE WHOLE OF EUROPE 2007 rated by Hostelworld.com.'The' TOP LISTED HOSTEL IN VARNA recommended in the Lonely Planet Guide Books for 2005, 2006 and 2007.No 1 on Yahoo & Google for Varna Hostels !The Flag Varna Hostel is the oldest Hostel in Bulgaria. It was started by Australian Businessman Roy.Roy is a keen sailor and rumour has it that the original Flag building was swapped by Roy for his Yacht upon arriving in Varna. Roy has now retired from the hostel world and has become an international property developer. The last we heard he was buying up large chunks of Berlin. Flag is now under new management and is owned by an Englishman - Dave.Flag Varna is in the very centre of Varna. We are less than 10 minutes walk from the Beach, Bars, Clubs and Restaurants. The Main Square, Opera House and Fountain are just a minute's walk away.You cannot get any closer to the action and get a good night's sleep !Pictures here are of our main Hostel Building, Dorm Rooms, Speed Boat and our Original Staff.You will get -FREE Mountain Bike Tour of Varna EVERY DAY - just give a tip at the end - minimum 4 people. (Not July / August)FREE Breakfast - includes English Tea, Toast, Jam.FREE Beer at 8pm every night on the beach !FREE Fhm, Loaded and Nuts magazines to read.FREE use of acoustic guitar to play on our party nights.FREE visit to the world's biggest cocktail bar. FREE Visit to a Hot Geo-Thermal Swimming Pool.FREE Map of Varna.FREE Wireless Internet Signal - bring your own laptops !FREE 24 Hour Hot Showers !We also offer a day trip to a secluded, deserted beach.Secret location that is only accessible by foot through an unspoilt forest - minimum 4 people required.Night trips to Varma Veche, Romania - Party on a bohemian, rave beach all night long with Romanian students. No tourists there - weekends only ! Lockers available for your valuables and bags.Washing and drying facilities available.Tennis available.Fishing available.Age Restriction under 45's (please respect this limit) So if you are fun, outgoing, cultured and interesting to talk to then we would love to meet you. Come and be part of our history.Reception available 8am - midnight only

Directions

Flag Varna - Cross the main road from the train station. Walk up the road opposite called Tsar Simeon, which is directly opposite the tower of the train station, (left side of the station as you look at it). - Keep walking up the road, straight all the way up, over the pedestrain area directly in-front of you and back onto the road. The road then gets a little steeper until you come out on the main pedestrain St (kyznaz boris). To your left is the main sq and the fountain. Continue on keeping the'happy grill bar' to your left and we are the second left. No 2 Sheinovo Street. We are on the first floor. Taxi is possible, always check the prices in the window though and don't pay more than 0.59 lv per kilometre. The taxi will have to go through the one way system, so we advise walking.From the Bus Station:- Take bus 148 or 409 from the bus station and alight at the cathedral (which is on the right). The distance is around 1.5 km. - There is a t- junction where you will alight. Walk under the underpass towards the pedestrian area. Then walk down the pedestrain area past the opera and fountain. - The area veers to the left just past the fountain at the happy bar and grill. We are the second left. No 2 Sheinovo Street on the first floor. Just look for the Flag!Taxi from the bus station should be no more than 3 lev, around 1.5 euro.Walking is easy but around 1.5 km. Just walk out of the bus station and turn left walking down the main road until you see the cathedral on your right.Walk under the underpass towards the pedestrian area. Then walk down the pedestrain area past the opera and fountain. The area veers to the left just past the fountain at the happy bar and grill. We are 2nd on the left. No 2 Sheinovo Steet. We are on the first floor. Just look for the Flag!You can also try this link below for an interactive map!http://www.bgmaps.com/map.asp?sid=ad00847f45eca0fd7c529c4d988548bd&ix=19&iy=18

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