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I booked for 2 nights but the staff misunderstood that I booked for 1 night and made my bed and took my backpack away. One Burmese female staff was no help at all and told me if I can't find my bag, it means someone stole it. I freaked out, but I talked to another staff who helped me get it back. Then I found out my money in that bag was stolen. It's my fault to leave my bag around and not in a locker (under the bed). The locker is a cage without a padlock. You have to bring a padlock otherwise it's useless. I told the manager and she tried to help me anyway she could, and ended up giving me a compensation for the lost amount. I didn't want to accept it. She took responsibility and I appreciate that. Anyways, the hostel has a friendly vibe; it is full of energy and nicely decorated. There are different events each night for you to join. They offer free towel, soap, shampoo, cigars, coffee and drinking water. Breakfast was moderate (fried rice, toasts, jam, butter, and watermelon). I stayed in a 8-bed mixed dorm with ensuite shower and toilet. The down sides are the water pressure and the fact that there's no amenity tray in the shower. The room is quite spacious and air conditioner works fine. Mattress, pillow and blanket are comfortable. There are two universal plug sockets and a lamp on the top of the bed. I stayed at the bottom bed, but from the look of it the top bed is pretty high. The hostel is easily accessed and it is not in some deserted neighborhood.

Great location, staff were very helpful and attentive, rooms were clean and comfy!

Stayed in a private room which was clean and well-sized, and the ensuite was also sizeable. Staff were lovely and the hostel also serves food. Common showers are available for use after check-out which is a bonus. Can walk to several restaurants from the hostel. Would stay again.