Five Elements Hostel

Hostelscore:
71.1%
1584 reviews in the past 12 months from 7 sites

Reviews for Five Elements Hostel

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49%
by milesjanes995664 On 2023-07-07
Although they highlight the location in the description, I cannot in good conscience recommend this hostel to anyone because it is simply not safe. As a male traveller I did not leave after dark because of how dangerous the surrounding area is. There are crackheads everywhere, and at one point a junkie came into the hostel through the security door behind me trying to sell me drugs.The area is extremely unsafe, especially for female travellers.
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80%
by Mohamed Anwar On 2023-07-06
I really like this hostel and I used to stay there frequently when I was younger, yet the only problem with it is its location. Although it is extremely central and so close to the train main station, it happens to lie within the red light district area with its street junkies. This might make it uncomfortable to some girls. It is still safe, but definitely disturbing and uncomfortable.
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30%
by Luftemciuc On 2023-07-06
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80%
by Medrano On 2023-07-06
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71%
by abqVjRUFKqysNRxS On 2023-07-06
Very nice hostel with everything you need once you are inside. However, surrounding area outside is not nice at all, right in the middle of red light district. This meant it was very loud all night and all I could hear was bottles smashing, people shouting and police. However, the hostel make it clear that this is where they are, so I was expecting it.
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90%
by Ananda On 2023-07-05
Rooms and wash rooms are clean. Reception 24 hrs open. The staff was very friendly.
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30%
by Dru On 2023-07-05
it will do for a night but place smells bad and common areas are dirty, although security is great considering location
smelly all around
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70%
by Hiroki On 2023-07-05
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50%
by Maria On 2023-07-05
Fue lo más barato que encontré.
La zona es peligrosa, sabes del portal y hay gente drogada, bebiendo y durmiendo en la calle.
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40%
by SLS2568829 On 2023-07-05
i did not listen to the reviews and stayed here despite the warnings of the area. If you are a solo female traveler, i am begging you PLEASE do not stay here. I have been to many “unsafe” areas in many cities, so i wasn’t worried about being able to handle it - but i have NEVER felt as uncomfortable as i did here. It is smack dab in the red light district (Google it, it’s literally the 2nd street) and i was harassed, cat called, avoided glass bottles being thrown at me, had to hit a man who attempted to literally grab my waist, watched countless people bend over shooting up, got chased, saw police grab a man with blood pouring down his face, and more, all in the span of two separate 4 minute walks in the area. It doesn’t matter the time of day, it is extremely unsafe. There are 3 or 4 brothels / strip clubs on the same street, and unfortunately it brings a lot of scary people to the area. I feel lucky to have been able to avoid harm. It is not the hostel’s fault, and for what it’s worth they have a lot of safety features inside, but it is truly not worth risking your safety during the walk from the train station to the building. Splurge and book a bnb or hotel far away from this area, I would hate to see anyone be harmed out of a need to save money. It’s just not worth it.
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80%
by Bourffada On 2023-07-04
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100%
by Guilhermo On 2023-07-04
Great service and building
The people in the neighborhood were a bit heavy, but I still feel safe.
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70%
by Hamid On 2023-07-04
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80%
by Lakshkar On 2023-07-04
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70%
by Emilio On 2023-07-03
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80%
by Lee-yee On 2023-07-03
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10%
by Mustafa On 2023-07-03
Nothing
The place is so dirty
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100%
by Tyler John On 2023-07-02
Great, affordable place to sleep and hang out in downtown Frankfurt! We got a room with a private bath, and it had everything we needed, was clean, and as I said, affordable. Plenty of extras available; free coffee and tea, cheap drinks from 6pm-8pm (2 for 1), and the bar here never really closes, so we were able to chill with some new friends till all hours in a comfortable, safe space. The location seems a little sketchy at first, but a short walk in any direction, about 2 blocks or so, and you are clear of the "red light district".
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30%
On 2023-07-02
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90%
by Arved On 2023-07-02
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60%
by Guilherme On 2023-07-02
Bom café da manhã. Ótima localização, próximo dos principais pontos turísticos da cidade e proximo da estação central.
Como ja escrito algumas vezes, o hostel fica numa zona perigosa em que varios noias circulam pelas ruas desesperados atrás de drogas, sao zumbis iguais a cracolandia. O esquema é nao olhar pra eles que eles te ignoram. Infwlizmente o hostel fica nessa região.
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80%
by Ihor On 2023-07-02
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70%
by Lisa On 2023-07-02
Les équipements des parties communes, le bar avec des tarifs très attractifs, le choix de boissons et nourritures, la terrasse agréable, les chambres lumineuses, le personnel compétent et agréable
La situation géographique n'est absolument pas sécuritaire.
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100%
by Matt On 2023-07-02
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100%
by Rajendra On 2023-07-02
As always, I felt totally at home at 5 Elements! They have a superb team comprising Chak, Ester, Agni, Yugee and others.
None
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70%
by Sarah On 2023-07-02
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70%
by Karjena On 2023-06-30
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63%
by Anonymous On 2023-06-30
Just stayed there. Very sketchy outside the front door since it is on Red Light street. Lots of d*** deals go on there. My friend saw a man overdoes and die. The rooms and beds are comfy. Staff was busy and friendly to a point. Bathroom flooded. Showers are split by a glass that is pretty see through.
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10%
by Anonym On 2023-06-29
Tren istasyonuna çok yak?n ama konumu kötü oldu?u cadde hiç güvenli de?il. Otel kap?s?nda bi sürü evsiz yat?yor madde al?yorlar. Otelin oldu?u cadde fuhu? evlerinin oldu?u cadde asla bi daha gitmem
Tren istasyonuna çok yak?n ama konumu kötü oldu?u cadde hiç güvenli de?il. Otel kap?s?nda bi sürü evsiz yat?yor madde al?yorlar. Otelin oldu?u cadde fuhu? evlerinin oldu?u cadde asla bi daha gitmem
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70%
by Michael On 2023-06-29
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90%
by Mm On 2023-06-29
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50%
by Riccardo On 2023-06-29
Rapporto qualità prezzo.. camere ottime per il prezzo pagato! Hai tutto quello che serve a disposizione!
Il personale non è stato sempre amichevole e professionale.. non tutti il ragazzo di colore molto gentile e disponibile rispetto a tutti gli altri!.
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89%
by aSTzpBrQjq7ygPj6 On 2023-06-29
The staff and the atmosphere was amazing. The only downside was the homeless people just outside the hostel but the hostel has nothing to do with it.
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90%
by Bradley On 2023-06-28
Excellent vibe
Would be a 10/10 if the location was not a red light district.
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80%
by Laura On 2023-06-28
Very nice and secure place despite the area. I also like that they informed earlier that what kind of area that is. Location is still very near of centre and central railway station. Hotel itself is basic clean and the showers and toilets were very clean. Staff were also easygoing and nice!
Area is quite rough full of drug dealers and users.
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80%
by Louise On 2023-06-28
The staff were amazing and the facilities were exactly what I needed
The sheets were worn and had stains/holes in them. Be aware that the hostel is right in the red light district and can be quite scary for a solo female traveller
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80%
by Marharyta On 2023-06-28
Good hostel, clean, good facilities, they have a bar, pool table, guitar etc I stayed here in summer and there were a couple of fans in every room so it wasn't hot???? Also a very nice common area with tables, sockets, wifi etc where you can work (was important for me) during the day and hang out at night
So many junkies around. The hostel warns you when you're booking that it's located in the red light district but I anyway didn't expect that it looks like this???? Feels unsafe to walk around especially at night
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70%
by Masashi On 2023-06-28
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50%
by Oleksandr On 2023-06-28
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100%
by Surender On 2023-06-28
Location
Sound from outside even after the Midnight
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50%
by Vadim On 2023-06-28
Nice lounge
No air conditioning, cash required for the deposit
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80%
by mattpye0046603 On 2023-06-28
Very close to station, but unfortunately in red light district. Staff were very friendly and approachable. Beds were quite solid, but overall a great stay
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77%
by aV2DeCDROP4mu7YB On 2023-06-28
The hostel is in an amazing location just 200 metres from the frankfurt central station. You have to cross the red light area while entering the hostel. If you are careful and conscious with your actions, then that doesn’t rally matter because the hostel has good security. Rooms were pretty okay, shared washrooms for entire floor, recommended for short stay with group.
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90%
by Adel On 2023-06-27
Das Hotel und der Service sind im Vergleich zu anderen Orten sehr gut, das Serviceniveau ist wunderschön und wenn du es zum Beispiel mit einem 3-Sterne-Hotel vergleichen, wird es im Vergleich zu ihnen sehr günstig sein und seine Dienstleistungen werden ihnen ebenbürtig sein.
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90%
by Douglas On 2023-06-27
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10%
by Josef On 2023-06-27
Das Nette Personal
Die Lage ist inmitten im Rotlichtviertel. Dass macht einem schon einwenig angst, wenn man von Leuten auf der Straße Drogenb angeboten bekommt. Dann muss man am Tag Klingeln, das überhaupt die Türe zu Hostel aufgeht
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90%
by Lina On 2023-06-27
Die Lage ist leider etwas Besonderes, aber nicht gefährlich. Als Frau hatte ich keine Angst oder Probleme bekommen. Das Hostel sehr gut gestalten, alles, was man braucht, immer wieder gerne. Das Zimmer war für 8 Leute. Gut beleuchten, habe ich oben geschlafen, nur das Bett etwas unbequem zu ein und aussteigen. Metall-Runde Leiter. sonst alles gut.
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70%
by Mattia On 2023-06-27
Der Preis für Frankfurt und die Nähe zum Bahnhof. Die Sicherheitsvorkehrung, dass man klingeln muss um rein zu kommen. Das Doppelzimmer im Hostel
Die Nähe zum Bahnhof, da das Klientel unterirdisch ist... Daher auch früh wach und kein Gefühl von Sicherheit. Das Personal kann kaum deutsch, eine Person konnte deutsch. Leider keine Tür in der Dusche. Man durfte dann das Badezimmer einmal komplett durchwischen
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40%
by Ria On 2023-06-27
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97%
by raulfranco2494 On 2023-06-27
Excellent location! 4 minutes walking from the train station centraal Frankfurt, The only tikka is that the zone it’s a small red light district so don’t be scared