Hostel Musala

I haven't stayed at a hostel for years but this time my budget was tight so I went for the cheapest option downtown. When I arrived on-site, I was amazed by the architecture. The staff were super friendly and told me all about it - the building was from the 1920s and used to be an emblematic hotel in the country. The new owner renovated the building but kept the hotel's original name. If you're looking for an authentic retro experience, this is definitely the place. They even kept the old elevator (which was the 1st elevator in town). As for the rest of the interior, it's beautifully remodeled, providing a fair compromise between modern and antique experience. The shared room was nice and clean, the other guests were respectful, and I haven't had troubles sleeping with other people in the same room (that was my biggest worry). I'm definitely coming back but this time I'll try the solo rooms on the top floor. Being born in Varna, I guarantee that this is the best location you could ask for. The most iconic bars and cafes are just a few minutes away (walking), the same goes for the beach and Sea Garden. If you haven't been to Varna before, you'll find lots of maps and tourist guides on-site. And if you don't trust these, just ask the staff for recommendations. They're all young people, extremely friendly, and cheerful.

Came in with a splitting headache and thought my day was over. The staff were beyond nice and welcoming. They took care of me and my headache and made sure all my needs were met. Coffee was beautiful, the location was divine. Spent a quiet afternoon watching the people go by and then decided to walk to the beach (which took 5 min). Absolute beauty of a location - amazing architecture, clean and tidy rooms, breakfast, friendly staff and above all a night's stay costs as much as a couple of drinks at the beach. Couldn't recommend more.

Clean room with modern design, secure building, comfortable bed. Good location