The Best Backpacker Hostels in Banja Luka, Bosnia
Planning to visit Banja Luka in Republika Srpska on a budget? If so, check out the following hostels there – with everything from cheap beds in a dorm to private family rooms. Most have a central location and beds for less than $20 per night, with some as low as $10. Typical crowds tend to be regional backpackers from the Balkans who speak some English, which makes it easier to socialise. Hostels in Banja Luka are comfortable, affordable, and welcome foreign tourists with open arms.
1. Hostel ROOM, Banja Luka
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2. Hostel Centar, Jevrejska
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Hostel Centar is one of the most centrally located hostels/hotels in Banja Luka, a few minutes from the main square and opposite the Museum of Republika Srpska. Guests can stay in singles to quadruples or family rooms with air conditioning, satellite TV, a private bathroom and a balcony. The hostel provides towels, linen, toiletries, and slippers to wear inside. The comfort makes it feel more like a hotel while still retaining the hostel’s atmosphere and social element. The English-speaking staff are always happy to offer suggestions on the best places to see and things to do. Nightly prices are slightly higher compared to others hostels in Banja Luka.
3. Hostel Havana, Banja Luka
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If you’re going to visit Banja Luka and want a cheap bed in a prime location less than a kilometre from the centre, check out Hostel Havana. The modern hostel has a mixture of private rooms and dorms with shared bathrooms and free Wi-Fi. All rooms have air-conditioning and heating with complimentary towels, linen, and toiletries. The cheapest bed costs approximately $15 per night. Traditional restaurants and some of the best bars in Banja Luka are within a few minutes of Hostel Havana.
5. Hostel Herz, Banja Luka
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The modern hostel in Banja Luka is a stone’s throw from Kastel Fortress and comes with a total of 58 beds in both dormitories (maximum six people) and single or double rooms. Hostel Herz has modern furniture, strong Wi-Fi, air-conditioning and heating, along with cable TV, a mini-bar, and free parking. Each room has a balcony, which makes for a perfect spot to enjoy a drink in the summer and share stories with other travellers. Guests can use the kitchens on each floor to cook light meals and grab a Bosnian burek from the nearby bakeries. The hostel also provides free coffee whenever you need a caffeine fix. Tour guides are available on demand, too. If you’re travelling with friends, Hostel Herz sometimes offers discounts for large groups when you contact them beforehand.
6. Hostel Zeleni Most, Banja Luka
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