Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Hostel Glide, Yerevan


Offering a mix of private rooms and shared dormitories with private and shared bathroom options, Hostel Glide is a basic budget option in a peaceful district of Yerevan.  Decorated in neutral colours, it is an oasis of calm in a busy city.  Located on Galents Street, it is not exactly central, but if you are looking for a more peaceful stay and do not mind a 15 minute drive to the train station or airport or a 10-minute walk to attractions such as the Yerevan Opera House, then this is the place for you.
Arrival Information
Check in is from 2pm and checkout is until 12 noon.  This property only accepts cash and in accordance with Armenian law, payment can only be accepted in Armenian Dram. 

Services and Amenities
This hostel offers a range of services and facilities, including: free public parking, on site, without reservation; 24-hour front desk; tour desk; shuttle service; free Wi-Fi in all areas; a garden; fantastic views from rooms; luggage storage; laundry and ironing services; meeting and banqueting facilities; and bicycle rental service.

Guest Rooms
Hostel Glide has 6 different room rates available: Double or Twin Room with Shared Bathroom; Standard Double or Twin Room; Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room; Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room; Single Room with Shared Bathroom; Standard Single Room.  Rates start at an amazingly reasonable 6,217 AMD per night and rise to a reasonable 15,199 AMD per night (as of March 2014).  Children cannot be accommodated at the hostel, at all.  Pets are allowed for no extra cost.  The hostel is non-smoking throughout, there is heating and fans in the rooms and hardwood/parquet flooring throughout.

Trip Advisor Rating and Testimonials                                       
Overall, this hotel/hostel has been awarded 5 stars out of 5 on the Trip Adviser website (written by independent visitors to the hotel).  When broken down, the hotel received: 5 stars for service and value; and 4.5 stars for sleep quality, cleanliness and rooms; and 4 stars for location.  Some of the guests said the following:

‘A home from home - brilliant!’
‘A place to come back to.’
‘Makes my second home!’
‘Excellent hosts.’


Overall, a great alternative if you are wanting somewhere away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre.

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