Hostel in Cluj-Napoca
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this hostel
Located in a pedestrian area inside Cluj-Napoca's medieval city wall, Hostel Retro offers 24-hour reception, free bicycles, as well as a sauna for a surcharge. The bathrooms are either shared, located next to the rooms, or en-suite.
Amenities
Airport transportation available
Shuttle available
Concierge services
Free WiFi/internet
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Heating
Bar
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Laundry services
Sauna
Family friendly
Ironing facilities
Smoking allowed
Safe
Contactless check-in/out
Housekeeping available
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
Map of Cluj-Napoca
Available Rooms
Ratings and reviews
100% verified reviews8 / 10Excellent·Aug 2026
Good location, private room was good value for money.
It just didn't have much of a hostel vibe. Granted, I was in a private room, but I saw a total of like five other guests during the three days I was there, and never more than two at the same time.
I think the biggest problem is the physical layout: the kitchen is pretty small and the opposite of cozy, and the basement, a bigger room that would offer opportunities to socialize, is kind of off to the side. Might be better in winter, I don't know. Also the lack of 24-hour staffing means there's nobody around to help create a vibe.
9 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2026
Everyone inside the hostel was great! Bathrooms could use fresh curtains. Hostel is cozy and comfortable.
The next door Sri Lankan men acted weird when I got there, and started banging the shared glass door when i entered the hostel with my own pass code. I felt a bit wary when I passed the glass door for the rest of my stay, but it was not because of the hostel or staff itself. Women, just be a bit cautious like anywhere else :)
9 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Convinient location, helpful stuff, cozy atmosphere, ancient walls make you feel like you are in a very special place
The shower in the room was not working.
6 / 10Average·Aug 2025
Central location and cheap stay. Good bed. Good place to meet other travellers.
Bathrooms smelled like urine, the dorm room was also really hot and there was one fan only that couldn’t reach my bed. Wifi connection at lobby only. The hosts were not really welcoming.
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8.5Excellent
(504 Ratings)
"Great location, free bike and sauna if staying for 3 days or more"
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