We were disappointed at first with this hostel, expecting more from a HI hostel. The receptionist didn't seem to have our booking which we made on line, but we were allocated a room on the 1st floor as we requested which was good.
The room was ok, and as our bathroom was the closest to the boiler, we had hot water for our shower (although it did keep going hot and cold).
When we got back to the hostel at just after midnight we had to stand outside in the rain and ring the doorbell 3 times before someone came which was frustrating.
The main problem was that we could hear everyone on the corridor and outside our room, as there's a patio area directly outside. However, it was New Year's Eve, so we weren't expecting much sleep!
Breakfast was good and the lady who served us was very friendly.
As it was New Year, lots of hostels were full and I think you can get better value elsewhere.
