Francesco and staff were overly welcoming and helpful; picking us up from the ferry, helping to carry our obnoxious suitcase up a lot of broad blue and white stairs, and doing their best to accommodate anything we needed. rooms and bathrooms aren't the most practical but no less so than any other i experienced travelling through Europe or Greece. Francesco... More

This was the ultimate hostel, close to shops, bars, clubs and food. Has an amazing sunset view, friendly staff and the rooms were clean. Only annoying part was no shower head (although standard throughout Greece) and we arrived at the tail end of the season and had a ball! Francesco who runs the place is great, highly reccommend to any... More

had the best time at francescos - met heaps of people and party hard, and I got sick and needed to sleep for a few nights but this wasn't a problem .. didn't hear any noise!! the staff are friendly and the only problem we had was that our lock was tempermental - took us about 15 minutes to unlock... More

We recently stayed at Francesco's hostel in Ios, thinking it was going to be a great time to party and relax by the pool. Especially after hearing so many fantastic reviews about the hostel. Unfortunately we had money stolen from our wallets, whilst out of the room and was threatened that if we did not leave our room before 11pm... More

We loved Francesco's, the location is great right in the middle of the town so going out is easy. Most people tend to only go to far out camping during the day so you can either catch a bus (1.60 euro) or walk. We only went a couple of times though because the pool was good and the closer port... More

I think the previous reviewer meant Ios, not Athens! With possibly the best balcony in the entire known universe, friendly attentive staff and the fraternal care of Francesco and Maria, this is the most welcoming, homely place I've ever stayed. Solo travellers will inevitably make lots of new friends at the bar or on the terrace in the evenings. Mainly... More

If you're a backpacker, young, looking to meet new people and party then you need to stay at Francesco's. Nothing beats the atmosphere here. The staff are all super friendly and Francesco and his wife make sure you are comfortable and taken care of. They know everything about the island and can even help you out with ferries, pickup/drop offs... More

I stay at Francesco's every year - Francesco and Maria are so wonderful and friendly and are always happy to see returning guests. The rooms are great - especially those with a balcony facing the port (amazing sunsets). The bar is the perfect place to meet people before heading into town for the night. I highly highly recommend it -... More

So, did my bit of research before I booked this place. And the reviews I read everywhere were very good so seemed like a good bet. But after staying there, I can safely say that the place and the people who run it, live up to the good reputation they have build over the years. The place is swarming with... More