Alibi Hostel Leeuwarden

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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.5

About this property

The Alibi Hostel is located in the old prison in the city centre of Leeuwarden. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. There is a shared kitchen, hairdresser's, and gift shop at the property. Bike hire is available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling. Holland Casino Leeuwarden is 1.7 km from Alibi Hostel Leeuwarden, while Fries Museum is 300 metres away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

Buffet

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Guests who stayed here loved

Svenja
Netherlands Netherlands
“Had an amazing time at Alibi Hostel! Everything was spotlessly clean, the beds were super comfortable, and the location just perfect. It’s such a fun and unique experience to spend the night in a former prison — definitely something to remember!...”
Neil
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A former prison is a really cool place to spend a night or two. We had our own cell with a good view through the barred window. All the facilities were clean and comfortable. The breakfast was inexpensive and tasty. Secure bike storage was...”
Teona
Romania Romania
“this has been such an amazing experience for me, this was a jail alright, but decorated and furnished in such a warm cozy way. the staff has been very kind and understanding to my needs and the location is very convenient. They have rooms for...”
Alexandra
Netherlands Netherlands
“Such a cool hostel stay. It’s a real prison! Clean and central. Bunk beds were very comfortable. Bathroom and all facilities spotless.”
Kristóf
Hungary Hungary
“Nice ,clean place with good price and friendly staff”
Xiang
China China
“Amazing experience! You can meet the friends from different countries. Also, the kitchen is convinent to cook by yourself. The location of this Hostel is near canal and the buliding style is very classic! If you visit Leeuwarden and want to live...”
Liana
South Africa South Africa
“I like how there is still a lot of prison details left, such as the intercoms, the bars by the windows, the doors. It has a good atmosphere and the staff were very helpful and welcoming. I would definitely recommend the Alibi hostel.”
Barbara
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location, friendly and helpful staff, toilets and showers kept in immaculate order, room also spotlessly clean and exceptionally quiet. The breakfast is excellent and worth every cent. I would not hesitate to stay here again.”
Zita
Belgium Belgium
“It is very original, like the contrast of a traditional hostel in its architecture.”
Michal
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“Absolutely great. It was a perfect idea to transform a former prison into a hostel, community center, library etc.”

Property surroundings

House rules

Alibi Hostel Leeuwarden takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The Alibi Hostel is located in the old prison in the city centre of Leeuwarden.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.