This is one of my favourite hostels in the entire world. I'm in Budapest in average twice a year, and even though I like to try different places, which can be hostels, hotels, apartments, bed&breakfast etc, I always feel most at home at Maverick City Lodge. Ever since I first stayed there several years ago, it has left me with good impressions and memories every time. When I'm back home, I long back there.
The administration and HR department must clearly do their things right, because it's pure magic how they can get those Great people to work for them in their reception, doing everything for their guests. There's a mixture of old and new faces in the reception, and I'm impressed by how quickly the new ones catch the vibe, and become such cool and heartwarming personnel. This time the new face in the reception was Villö, who did an
excellent job in both reception and in the wine (fröccs) tasting event. Yes, like many other cool and modern hostels, they do have those cool events, which brings people together. You can meet people who get friends for life too, of course. The Maverick City Lodge in general inspires friendlyness with the laidback atmosphere in the lobby.
The kitchen is also a really good place to be, for both eating and talking. Or just relaxing with a cup of tea or coffee, both for free.
The location is also perfect, in my favourite district, and the same building hosts Fat Mama, a restaurant you just have to try!
I hope to be back there soon!