We had a bad experience at another Warsaw hostel (Tamka - very filthy) and came here. Overall, the hostel is modern and clean, nice and provides loads of information for travelers. The common areas are neat and clean. We attempted to check in, and were asked to pay up front. On our way to the room, we were informed that... more

Quiet place, clean rooms, friendly staff. Breakfast was ok. Bathrooms were not so friendly as the rest - few showers in a one room; there were curtains, but I had a problem to keep my clothes dry. Before taking a shower you have to find a trolley (there were not enough of them - less than showers), put the clothes... more

We stayed at Hostel Helvetia a whole week, we tried both the normal and luxy accomodations cause we had not booked with much advance our staying and at a time we had to switch rooms. The hostel is situated in a really nice position, close enough to the centre to let you enjoy your visit of Warsaw even just on... more

This is a gem right in the middle of Warsaw. The largest part of Helvetia is backpackers B&B but we stayed in what they term 'luxy'. An apartment block just a short stroll from the main Backpacker. It consists of 4 bedrooms ensuite. It was extremely comfortable, a substanial polish breakfast included in the cost The two staff who alternated... more

The hostel was nice and clean. But the brochure did not have good directions from the train station and I ended up at the airport and had to take a taxi. The hostel seemed pretty empty as well. There were not many people hanging about the common room. Free internet though. more

The staff at Hostel Helvetia were the friendliest I have ever met. We arrived quite late (as our train was delayed), and we were tired and grumpy. We were greeted by a happy, smiling face, who seemed genuinely concerned about why we were so late. We stayed for 4 nights, and the staff were happy, extremely helpful and very friendly... more

I chose this hostel specifically cause it had female dorms. As a female traveller, I felt a bit safer staying in a single sex dorm. I booked online requesting the female dorm and was told that the booking was fine. However, when I arrived, the hostel put me in a mixed dorm. I complained but the hostel was full and... more