Hostel Gonzo

2.0 star property
Sarajevo hostel, connected to a shopping center in Novi Grad Sarajevo area

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Family Room | Pillowtop beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Gatacka 33, Sarajevo, 71000
  • Bosmal City Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Baščaršija Džamija
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sarajevo City Hall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sarajevo (SJJ-Sarajevo Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds OR 4 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom, Tower

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Family Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden Area

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Sarajevo

Novi Grad Sarajevo stay.Your stay at this Novi Grad Sarajevo hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Bosmal City Center and Grbavica Stadium. Jewish Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Sarajevo Jewish Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Bosmal City Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Baščaršija Džamija - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Sarajevo City Hall - 7 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Ilidza Thermal Riviera - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Podlugovi Station - 24 min drive
  • Sarajevo (SJJ-Sarajevo Intl.) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Metropolic - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪KFC drive - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Šah Mat Burger - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Bar Parlament - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bulevar Cafe Pub - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Hostel Gonzo

Sarajevo hostel, connected to a shopping center in Novi Grad Sarajevo area
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a train station pick-up service are available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Hostel Gonzo. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sarajevo hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Hostel Gonzo offers 30 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Sarajevo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Arabic, English, German, Russian

Similar properties

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee: EUR 2 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 7.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 January - 5 January, EUR 2.05 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 6 January - 30 June, EUR 1.53 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 July - 31 August, EUR 2.05 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 September - 24 December, EUR 1.53 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 25 December - 31 December, EUR 2.05 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Breakfast fee: approximately EUR 2 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 5 per vehicle (one way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 7.0 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Eurocard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Gonzo Sarajevo
Hostel Gonzo
Hostel Gonzo Sarajevo
Hostel Gonzo Sarajevo
Hostel Gonzo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Gonzo Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Sarajevo

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hostel Gonzo to the airport?

Hostel Gonzo is 2.4 mi (6-min drive) away from the Sarajevo (SJJ-Sarajevo Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hostel Gonzo have an airport shuttle?

Hostel Gonzo offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of EUR 5 per vehicle, one way.

Does Hostel Gonzo offer free breakfast?

Hostel Gonzo offers free breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hostel Gonzo?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Hostel Gonzo?

Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hostel Gonzo?

This hostel offers free self parking and extended parking.

Does Hostel Gonzo have a pool?

Hostel Gonzo does not have a pool.

Does Hostel Gonzo have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hostel Gonzo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Hostel Gonzo to downtown Sarajevo?

Hostel Gonzo is 2.6 mi away from Sarajevo.

Hostel Gonzo Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 67 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Safe, cheap and friendly

A safe, cheap and friendly place to stay. Very accomidating host. Breakfast was included. He allowed me to do a free wash. Not the Ritz but for the price it was fine. I would stay again is visting sarajevo.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

KUTEYBE

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Arif

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

David

No hot water for shower
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Reasonable budget option a fair way out of town. Bed was really comfortable and breakfast good. The guys who run it are really friendly but it is quite basic.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I ever write a book about my travels, this place would make mention. If you’re feeling lonely and need a place to feel like family, stop here. It’s like staying at your grandpas place. Thank you for your hospitality, Mr. Gonzo. Americana Americana will never forget you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kadie

Great value for money for your own bedroom, bathroom and with breakfast included. The owner is a very kind, sweet man.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The balcony rooms have amazing views of the Balkans. The mattress was surprisingly comfortable for a hostel.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mustafa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would recommend.

Stayed here in Ramadan for 4 nights. Excellent place to stay not far from travel links and restaurants. Large mosque 10 minutes away. Owner could not have been more helpful or accommodating. Nice single room with bathroom and free wifi. My room also had a balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Janno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money. Nice, quiet area accessible by bus from both city centre and airport. Very good service.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very helpful staff, easy to access local buses to the old town centre. Nice neighourhood. Good value for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Stay, Friendly Staff, Low Prices

Hostel Gonzo has a nice location, is well priced, and the staff are very helpful and outgoing! While it is a Hostel, the rooms were spacious, the bed comfy, and the showers worked well. The staff were particularly helpful - I don't speak much Bosnian, but they did their best to provide tips for getting around, and were very willing to help make my stay as comfy as possible. If you don't mind being in a Hostel, this is probably as good a set of rooms as you can find for the money in Sarajevo!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great customer service.

The service was great. Host made sure I had everything to be comfortable. I got sick while in Bosnia and the host took me to the hospital. The customer service is a priority. I had a great experience staying here. I definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

great for the price

very friendly owner who was eager to help. a bit far from town but close to a bus station.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

You get what you pay for

It was a ok play for a cheap price, I had to stay for 1 night so, it worked out well for me, I would suggest this place for short stays, but for longer, umm, it depends on your taste

4/10 Poor

Samantha, Huddersfield

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really nice helpful staff, long way from OldTown

Booked one night but was considering staying 3. The staff are absolutely lovely, very helpful and nice. A cold breakfast spread is also included in the price which is rare at this level / price. The hotel is a very long way from the Old Town, so you have to catch a bus or tram, which are about 5 /8 minutes walk from the hotel. The rooms are very basic but come as private with their own bathroom and tv which for the price is very good. The area is very quiet but the walls are very thin so although it was quiet outside, I could hear snoring and activities in rooms both sides of me.

6/10 Okay

Kilah, Stuttgart

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and friendly

10/10 Excellent

Torkel Thune, Farsund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Like home

My rating is based on the price i paid for my stay. The staff were amazingly friendly! I've been in 30 countries and dozens of hostels and hotels. I've never felt more like home any other place! The breakfast was decent and flexible. I love the bosnian coffee! My room was big enough for me. The hostel isn't located in the middle of the city center, but with nearby buses, trams and cheap taxis it didn't really matter. The area was quiet and I felt safe walking around there by night. Once again, the staff was genuinely nice and friendly, and most off them had a really good english. On the downside, the shower was maybe a little cold during the winter time, but the oven made my room really warm, so it didn't really matter. It was also quite hard to find by foot from the train station, but a taxi would have found it and been really cheap anyways. Maybe there's directions on how to find the hostel on their website, i forgot to check. And the contact page on their website didn't work. But their mailadress does.

6/10 Okay

Sandy, Brussels

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

such nice people but too far from everything

The nice owner & son picked me up at the airport (for free) in the rain. They drove me into town the first night too. It was your basic-level hostel with a filling breakfast with local specialties. But I only stayed one night (instead of the 3 I was scheduled to stay) because it was just too far away from the life of the city and the trolley did not run often or late. If I had a rental car and wasn't a solo traveler I would say it's fine, especially for the price.

10/10 Excellent

Ognjen Nastic, Ukraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A good place to spend the night

This was a small house, with multiple rooms for guests. Whatever was lacking at the premises was more than compensated with very dedicated, discreet and personalized service. I would recommend this place for anyone looking for a short-term stay.

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Staff & service

Sarajevo

Nice city to visit, with nice people and interesting places. Also you can find out good places where to sleep over the night.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Hostel Gonzo - Perfect for the price

Hostel Gonzo lived fully up to my expectations of a hostel in that price range. It's a little worn place but the service is top notch. The staff is really helpful, friendly and flexible. We had a really nice stay and can not find anything to complain about.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad

The hostel was closed even though we had reservation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

RIDVAN OSMAN

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023