Hostel Bear Hug

Kind people, easy location! Use “Bookings” not on here because it’s double the price on hostel world!

Nice hostel to stay during your PoB trek!

Incredible hostel. We had a private room that had a view on the lake. Super clean and comfortable and the staff was incredible!

I had a great time here. The hosts were friendly and really helpful giving advice for the peaks of the Balkans hike. You can store luggage here while you go off and do the hike. The social areas were nicely spaced out and allowed for meeting of new people really easily

Lovely hostel, with a great view and just a few meters away from a refreshing dive of the lake! Staff was super friendly and just a cozy place to recover after a hiking adventure! Emir also gave great recommendations before we started hiking the Balkan Trail. Definitly recommend staying here:)

The hostel has a beautiful view of the lake from the outside deck. There are two different dining areas and lounge rooms. There were not many toilets or showers. The owner was nice to chat with. I think it was a bit overpriced though, but probably the same as the other hostels in Plav. Great town to visit.

Great base for hiking around Plav.

Hostel ran by hikers, for hikers! Good place to begin your BoB trail or to use as a stop over for resting place. Staff is helpful. Place is clean. Would re-visit anytime!

Sweetest place and staff in Plav. RECOMMENDED! 💙

Phenomenal spot that I highly recommend staying at. The hostel is run by two homies with a cool backstory who are doing a lot of good for the local community. They know the mountains inside out, gave us solid feedback on our planned routes, and helped arrange transportation wherever/whenever we needed. It was refreshing to see a hostel with authentic character that doesn't feel like your grandpa's place yet maintains a genuinely welcoming vibe. Oh ya and definitely try the goulash at Park Cafe.

The hostel is quaint and cozy. The owners are generous and knowledgeable and always happy to help.

I stayed here at the beginning and end of hiking part of Peaks of the Balkans. The location was perfect for doing the hiking loop, but above all the hosts were extremely genuine and kind. They helped me find whatever I needed in town and even have extra hiking supplies (boots, poles, etc.) if you need them. They also knew when I should be returning, and were willing to come find me on the trail if I never showed up. The place is great, the people even better! A must stop as a hiker :)

THIS IS THE BEST HOSTEL IN THE WORLD!

Friendly staff, nice patio with view over the lake, and good location for the bus station. A bit expensive. Kitchen and shared space a bit small. No security at all - entrance at street level is unlocked and not visible from the upstairs reception, and no locks on any of the dorms/rooms (or place to store valuables) - so anyone can just walk in to the downstairs dorm and room. People mentioned it to the owners but they just say it's fine and to stop worrying.

Would definitely recommend for the amazing location and the overall vibe

A home away from home

Loved the proximity to the bus stop and the lake. Loved the passion that the guys have and for their willingness to share their knowledge and for making sure that your experience was the best you could have.

Very nice hostel for someone who's hiking in the area. Love the place and THAT VIEW! The owner is very friendly and helpful.

Best view in town and the nice people from the hostel will help you out whatever you need. Good spot to start the beaks of the Balkans, go on a day hike or other adventures. Totally recommend this hostel!

brand new hostel with great vibes