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Friendly Fun Franks Backpackers Hostel

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Novembra Krastmala 29 | Old Riga, Riga, Latvia
4.5 of 5 stars 73 Reviews
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London, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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Having just returned from the first part of my stag celebrations I can say for sure that this hostel is one of (if not the) best I have ever stayed in. Over the past couple of years I've noticed that some hostels are really pushing the upper limits on what's achievable at a low cost. FFF's is true to that... More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012
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We ended up staying in Fun Friedly Franks as we had a stag do planned for Riga and needed somewhere to crash. This place is perfect for large groups of friends especially if you love socialising and hitting the town. The location was great, right in the heart of the Old Town and only a few minutes walk from everything.... More

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Milano, Italia
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012

i've been in november at Frank and i have had a great 3 nights. friday and saturday an amazing pub-crawl... The Italian guys loves the girls behind the bar....ahahahah

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London, United Kingdom
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

This is a great hostel to stay in IF you're travelling or on holiday with friends. If your with family, or in a couple, I'd advise you to move on to another place. However I was there with friends, so I loved it. When you arrive, you're welcomed with a free beer. Thats always a nice touch. The bar is... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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86 reviews 86 reviews
Reviews in 49 cities Reviews in 49 cities
68 helpful votes 68 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012

We opted to stay here back in 2008. It was a brilliant place to stay, but not one for couples. It was very clean, the staff were brilliant and the location could not be any better. The first thing they ask is "Would you like a free beer"... Excellent. They organise very good value trips for guests to all kind... More

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Fayetteville, Arkansas
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2011
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After two (OK technically 3) trips to Riga, I can't say enough about Frank's or about Riga in general. First the staff: I've never had friendlier staff at a hostel. No matter how busy they are, they take time to address you by name, ask how you're doing, etc. Without fail, EVERY time. I've never had this happen before or... More

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London
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2011

I stayed here back in Nov 2008 on a lads holiday, group of about 10-14 of us I forget now! this hostel is great for a lads wkend. Its fun and friendly as it says on the tin! frank is a wealth of information and gives you plenty of advice on what to do and where to go and whats... More

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London, United Kingdom
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 November 2011

Stayed at the Franks in april 2011. The name gives justice to the hostel. From our arrival we were very well treated, starting with welcome beer, the beautiful receptionist's smile (it could be any of them, they are all gorgeous), and Parish never ending quest to make you feel welcome and entertained. I must say I have never seen a... More

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Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2011

We stayed here in July 2011. The hostel organised a cheap airport transfer and we were greeted with a free beer on arrival, a very nice touch. The rooms are basic, but are brilliant considering the price and the bar downstairs is a great place to start your night (and it has free wifi!). Ask at reception for one of... More

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UK
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2011 via mobile

I have never stayed in a hostel before so was a bit worried at first.It's open 24h,you have to buzz& tell staff your name/party name & room number before they let you in which is good.I felt safe.I was in spacious room of 3 bunkbeds with ensuite toilet & shower with loads of toilet rolls,just next to the computer room.... More

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Novembra Krastmala 29 | Old Riga, Riga, Latvia
Price range (per night):* INR1,003 - 4,626

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