Hostels in Bovec that we think are the best and worth staying at

There are three very popular hostels in Bovec. We have reviewed all three of them, so read on and find out which one best suits your needs and style.

Hostels in Bovec that we recommend
HOSTEL SOCA ROCKS
Bovec, Slovenia
Exterior of Hostel Soca Rocks in Bovec, Slovenia

Hostel Soca Rocks has a reputation of being on of the most popular hostels in Slovenia and for good reason. The hostel is well managed, clean and the guys and gals who run it are the most friendly bunch of people you'll ever be lucky enough to meet. The hostel enjoys a great central location in Bovec, only a very short walk into main square with restaurants, supermarket, bakery and adventure agencies. The staff is friendly and extremely helpful. You can book your activities for the next day such as whitewater rafting, kayaking, canyoning, hydrospeeding, ziplining etc. through the reception as they are linked with the Aktivni Planet agency. There are a few room options ranging from 6-bed dorm rooms to private rooms! The beds are comfortable enough and there is enough storage space for personal belongings in a lockable drawer next to the bed. The private double rooms are of a good size and the beds very comfortable. The shared kitchen is a good size and well equipped. The showers/toilet areas are really clean and great water pressure. No waiting lines. They have a hairdryer down at reception to borrow. Towels for hire are a little small but fit for purpose, The buffet breakfast is of good quality and choice. The on-site bar and social areas have a great atmosphere, The bar has reasonable prices and shuts at 23:00 (a little early but that's understandable; for those who want to party on there is a bar in Bovec called Black Sheep that's open till early hours). Seating area and hammocks are outside to chill out. The free Wi-Fi works good throughout the hostel. Free on-site car parking is available too. In summary, great location, very good and clean common areas, cool decoration, great on-site bar, very friendly staff, helpful with activities around the area, offering discounts, good WiFi, free parking, and all of it for a great value. Hostel Soca Rocks literally rocks!

Location:         10/10
Comfort:         08/10
Cleanliness:       09/10
Facilities:         09/10
Staff & Service:     10/10
Atmosphere:      09/10
Value for money:   09/10
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HOSTEL BOVEC
Bovec, Slovenia
Exterior of Hostel Bovec, Slovenia

Hostel Bovec is a lovely small, friendly hostel in a quiet location on the northern edge of the town, only a short five minute walk to the centre of town with restaurants and access to all of the adventure companies this area is well-known for. The owners are very hospitable, very helpful and genuinely friendly. There are several room options ranging from 6-bed, 8-bed and 12-bed dorm rooms to private double rooms with a shared bathroom. The beds are equipped with generously sized lockers. The bedding is comfortable and sheets clean. The toilets and showers are plentiful with copious hot water. The kitchen is extremely well equipped and there's also a refrigerator available for everyone to put their stuff in. The whole place is very clean, and the rooms are truly dark at night (unlike many hostel) so it is perfect for sleeping well. There's a very pleasant indoor social area and outside is a lovely small garden with hammock and tables. The view from the hostel is amazing. The breakfast is included and various (bread, cereal, fruit, croissant, coffee, etc). The WiFi is a bit weak at some places but decent overall. Free public parking is just a few steps away from the property.

Location:         09/10
Comfort:         07/10
Cleanliness:       08/10
Facilities:         07/10
Staff & Service:     09/10
Atmosphere:      08/10
Value for money:   09/10
Free WiFi:      
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HOSTEL THIRSTY RIVER 1 star
Bovec, Slovenia
Exterior of Hostel Thirsty River in Bovec, Slovenia

Thirsty River is a hostel type accommodation for low budget travelers located right in the heart of Bovec on the main square, It's very easy to find and walking distance to all you need, including several restaurants and adventure agencies, two supermarkets and a delicious bakery. There's also a very nice bar at the bottom of the building with self-brewed beer. The tourist information centre is just a few steps away. The rooms are basic but everything is brand new and clean. There are two room options, a 6-bed dorm room and double room. The shared bathrooms are well maintained and clean. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The free Wi-Fi is available and works well. There is unfortunately no parking at the property itself, but there is a parking lot some 50 meters down the street.

Location:         10/10
Comfort:         08/10
Cleanliness:       09/10
Facilities:         07/10
Staff & Service:     09/10
Atmosphere:      08/10
Value for money:   08/10
Free WiFi:      
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Places to stay in Bovec that we recommend
The accommodation options in Bovec can be divided into five main categories: hotels, guesthouses, apartments, hostels and campsites.
HOTELS IN BOVEC THAT WE RECOMMEND
Collage of hotels in Bovec, Slovenia

The town of Bovec is known as the adventure tourism capital of Slovenia and there are quite a few hotels in the area, so you won't have any trouble finding a place to stay. We have reviewed five of them which we think are the best and worth staying at. Read on and find out which one best suits your needs and budget.
APARTMENTS IN BOVEC THAT WE RECOMMEND
Collage of apartments in Bovec, Slovenia

Many local residents in Bovec offer apartments for rent in their houses. It's an extremely popular wallet-friendly option when you are staying in the Bovec area. But be careful, the rates and quality vary seriously, so always do a good research before you book an apartment for your stay! We have handpicked ten of the most popular ones and reviewed them for you.
GUESTHOUSES IN BOVEC THAT WE RECOMMEND
Collage of guesthouses in Bovec, Slovenia

Guesthouses are a very popular inexpensive form of lodging in Slovenia and have been in use for many decades, but at the moment we can recommend only one guesthouse in Bovec.
HOSTELS IN BOVEC THAT WE RECOMMEND
Collage of hostels in Bovec, Slovenia

There are three very popular hostels in Bovec. We have reviewed all three of them, so read on and find out which one best suits your needs and style.
CAMPING AND GLAMPING SITES IN BOVEC THAT WE RECOMMEND
Collage of campsites in Bovec, Slovenia

Camping and glamping sites are an increasingly popular option for travelers who want to experience Mother Nature without surrendering their creature. We stayed at four different camping and glamping sites in the Bovec area and would like to recommend two of them.

All You Need To Know To Visit Bovec
BOVEC – the adventure tourism capital of Slovenia
Bovec Slovenia

The friendly and relaxed town of Bovec is the adventure tourism capital of Slovenia. Situated in one of the most beautiful and unspoiled valleys in Europe, the River Soca valley, Bovec is packed with travel agencies offering a large variety of water activities, including white-water rafting, kayaking, canoeing, canyoning and hydrospeeding. Besides being a haven for water-sports enthusiasts, Bovec also attracts nature lovers and those seeking rest and relaxation.

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