🇺🇦 Kyiv, Ukraine
Hostel Kiev Backpackers
📍 12, вулиця Саксаганського, Kyiv, 01033
Your stay — Hostel Kiev Backpackers
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The Property — Hostel Kiev Backpackers
Hostel Kiev Backpackers is a no-frills, social spot in a quiet courtyard off Khreshchatyk, Kyiv's main avenue. The lobby feels like a student common room: mismatched sofas, a notice board thick with tour flyers, and the faint smell of instant coffee. It suits solo travellers and small groups who want to walk to Maidan Nezalezhnosti (5 minutes) and meet people over a free breakfast of toast and jam, not those seeking sleep or silence.
Chronicles of Kyiv
Kyiv was founded in the 5th century as a Slavic trading post on the Dnipro River; by the 9th century it was capital of Kyivan Rus, a medieval federation. The city's golden-domed St. Sophia Cathedral and Pechersk Lavra monastery date from this era, though much was rebuilt in Ukrainian Baroque after Mongol destruction. Tsarist and Soviet rule left broad boulevards and brutalist blocks, while the 2014 Euromaidan protests reshaped Maidan square into a symbol of civic defiance. Today the city blends Orthodox spires, early 20th-century Art Nouveau, and sleek glass offices—a tense but vibrant capital.
Best Time to Visit
Full Kyiv guide →Best months
May, June, September — warm (20–25°C), long daylight, and peak greenery in parks like Mariinskyi. Crowds are moderate outside July–August school holidays, and June has the least rain of summer.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak due to European tourist flows and school breaks. Hotel prices rise 20–40% over June, and Kyiv Day (last weekend in May) and the mid-July Kupala Night festivities draw big crowds. Book well ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and October offer discounts of 30–50% on accommodation. April is mild (10–15°C) with blossoming chestnut trees; October brings golden leaves and fewer tourists before winter sets in. Both are dry relative to spring showers.
Weather & packing
July in Kyiv is often humid with sudden heavy downpours—a rain jacket is mandatory even if the morning is clear. Pack a light jumper for evenings, as temperatures can dip to 15°C after dark.
Live City Briefing — Kyiv
- The metro's Sviatoshynsko-Brovarska line (red) has resumed full service after a 2025 station renovation at Darnytsia, but expect occasional weekend closures on the Syretsko-Pecherska line (green) for track repairs.
- Kyiv's Central Railway Station (Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi) opened a new underground pedestrian tunnel in April 2026, connecting to the Vokzalna metro stop without crossing road traffic.
- A new craft beer bar, 'Piana Sova', opened in June 2026 on Reitarska Street, 10 minutes' walk from the hostel—known for local brews and a courtyard terrace.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hostel Kiev Backpackers, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second floor (first floor in local counting) at the rear of the building, facing the courtyard away from вулиця Саксаганського. This minimises street noise and offers more quiet.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any rooms on the first floor (ground floor in local counting) directly facing the street. These suffer from traffic rumble, bar noise, and footfall from the lobby/entrance area.
Best views
Best view is from second-floor rear rooms overlooking the inner courtyard – a typical quiet Kyiv courtyard with trees. Front rooms overlook the busy street and facing buildings.
Quietest floors
Second floor (local first floor) rear rooms are quietest. The building has no lift, so second floor still means a single flight of stairs.
🔊 Noise notes
вулиця Саксаганського is a main thoroughfare with trams, cars, and pedestrian traffic. Bars and cafes on the ground floor can generate noise until late evening. No lift means no lift machinery hum, but stairwell noise from arriving/departing guests is possible on first floor near stairs.
Insider tips
1. For street noise, bring earplugs even for rear rooms; Kyiv is loud until late. 2. If arriving by car, use the Tarasivska car park – book online if possible, as spaces fill by evening. 3. Check-in is 24/7 but call ahead if arriving after midnight – the main door is sometimes locked but staff are on site.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Hostel Kiev Backpackers
Free WiFi throughout; speed adequate for browsing and messaging; no login required
No lift – all rooms are on first and second floors via stairs only
No newspapers; common area TV with local channels
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 09:00. Late check-out fee of 150 UAH if leaving after 12:00
Free luggage storage in locked room after checkout until 22:00
No step-free access; entrance has 3 steps and no ramp; not wheelchair accessible
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park on вулиця Тарасівська, 250 UAH per 24 hours. No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; a refundable card hold of 200 UAH per person at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Єрусалимське подвір'я (11 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Церква Святих Останніх Днів (453 m · ~6 min walk)
- Place of worship: Сестринство преподобномучениці Єлизавети (982 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Храм Ієрусалимської ікони Божої матері (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Троїцький — 472 m · ~6 min walk
Київський міський Будинок природи — 601 m · ~8 min walk
Концертний зал Національної спілки композиторів України — 800 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Райффайзен Банк — 466 m · ~6 min walk
Аптека Доброго Дня — 115 m · ~1 min walk
Продукти — 73 m · ~1 min walk
Палац спорту — 445 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Ukrainian Hryvnia, UAH
Use ATMs in the centre for best rates; avoid exchange kiosks at Kyiv Boryspil Airport and central train station as they add big commissions.
Major credit/debit cards widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants and shops; contactless pay works nearly everywhere but carry small cash for markets and minibuses.
10% in restaurants if service charge not included; round up taxi fare; no need to tip hotel staff unless exceptional.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Filter coffee from a supermarket bakery counter or a street kiosk for about 25-35 UAH.
A bowl of borshch and a piece of bread at a lunch canteen (yidalnya) for around 80-100 UAH.
A main course (e.g. chicken Kyiv or varenyky) at a local diner for 120-160 UAH.
Look for small stalls or market rows near metro stations selling pasties (pyrizhky) or shawarma, especially around Dorohozhychi or Zhytomyrska metro.
Budget supermarket chains common here: ATB, Novus, and Silpo.
Second-hand shops (sekond-hand) and stalls at the market near Dorohozhychi metro offer cheap clothing.
Buy a rechargeable Kyiv Smart Card (20 UAH card fee) and load a month pass (around 500 UAH) for unlimited metro and bus; from Boryspil airport use the SkyBus (100 UAH) to Tsentralnyi vokzal metro station.
1) Buy a Kyiv Smart Card for transport instead of single tickets. 2) Eat at university canteens ( yidalnyi ) near the Polytechnic Institute—open to public, very cheap. 3) Drink tap water—Kyiv tap water is safe, save on bottled drinks.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kyiv, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hostel Kiev Backpackers
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Райффайзен Банк — 466 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Аптека Доброго Дня — 115 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Boryspil International Airport (KBP) → Kyiv Central Railway Station
💡 Get off at 'Vokzalna Ploshcha' stop; from there it's a 10-minute walk to the hostel. Cheaper than taxis and reliable.
Boryspil Airport Terminal D → Kyiv Central Railway Station (Vokzalna Square)
💡 From the station, take metro Line 1 to Maidan Nezalezhnosti – the hotel is a 2-minute walk south. Buy a ticket at the driver or via the app.
Boryspil International Airport (KBP) → Hostel Never Give Up (10 Vokzalna Street)
💡 Use Uklon app rather than Uber – same service, often 10-15% cheaper. Enter 'Vokzalna 10' as destination.
Boryspil International Airport (KBP) → Hotel Potter Globus (10 Khreschatyk St)
💡 Use the app to book a standard class car; avoid drivers who approach you in arrivals. Meter runs from 8 UAH/km, plus a base fare.
Vokzalna Station (Central Station) → Khreshchatyk Station (City Centre)
💡 Use contactless bank card or Google Pay at gates – no ticket needed. Avoid rush hour (7-9am, 5-7pm) as trains get crowded.
Vokzalna Station (Central Station) → Lvivska Ploshcha (near hostel)
💡 Tram stop is a 5-minute walk from hostel – cheaper than metro for short hops, but slower. Use Kyiv Smart Card for small top-ups.
Maidan Nezalezhnosti Station → Lviv Railway Station (Vokzalna Station)
💡 Pay contactless with a Visa/Mastercard at the turnstile – no need for tokens. The hotel is 200m from Maidan station exit 3.
Kontraktova Ploshcha → Maidan Nezalezhnosti (via Poshtova Ploshcha)
💡 Not the fastest option but scenic along the Dnipro River. Valid for same contactless card as metro. Best for a short sightseeing detour after arriving.
About Kyiv
Wikipedia ↗
Kyiv, also Kiev, is the capital and most populous city of Ukraine. Located in the north-central part of the country, it straddles both banks of the Dnieper River. As of January 2022, the population of Kyiv was 2,952,301, making it the seventh-most populous city in Europe. Kyiv is an important indust...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hostel Kiev Backpackers?
Request a room on the second floor (first floor in local counting) at the rear of the building, facing the courtyard away from вулиця Саксаганського. This minimises street noise and offers more quiet.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hostel Kiev Backpackers?
Avoid any rooms on the first floor (ground floor in local counting) directly facing the street. These suffer from traffic rumble, bar noise, and footfall from the lobby/entrance area.
Is Hostel Kiev Backpackers noisy?
вулиця Саксаганського is a main thoroughfare with trams, cars, and pedestrian traffic. Bars and cafes on the ground floor can generate noise until late evening. No lift means no lift machinery hum, but stairwell noise from arriving/departing guests is possible on first floor near stairs.
Which rooms have the best views at Hostel Kiev Backpackers?
Best view is from second-floor rear rooms overlooking the inner courtyard – a typical quiet Kyiv courtyard with trees. Front rooms overlook the busy street and facing buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Hostel Kiev Backpackers?
1. For street noise, bring earplugs even for rear rooms; Kyiv is loud until late. 2. If arriving by car, use the Tarasivska car park – book online if possible, as spaces fill by evening. 3. Check-in is 24/7 but call ahead if arriving after midnight – the main door is sometimes locked but staff are on site.
What time is check-in at Hostel Kiev Backpackers?
Check-in at Hostel Kiev Backpackers is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hostel Kiev Backpackers have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; speed adequate for browsing and messaging; no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hostel Kiev Backpackers?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Hostel Kiev Backpackers?
A bowl of borshch and a piece of bread at a lunch canteen (yidalnya) for around 80-100 UAH.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hostel Kiev Backpackers?
Buy a rechargeable Kyiv Smart Card (20 UAH card fee) and load a month pass (around 500 UAH) for unlimited metro and bus; from Boryspil airport use the SkyBus (100 UAH) to Tsentralnyi vokzal metro station.
When is the best time to visit Kyiv?
May, June, September — warm (20–25°C), long daylight, and peak greenery in parks like Mariinskyi. Crowds are moderate outside July–August school holidays, and June has the least rain of summer.
Top Attractions in Kyiv
💡 Visit in the evening to see the streetlights and cafes come alive.
💡 Take a moment to pay respects at the Hall of Memory, dedicated to the victims of the war.
💡 Take a photo in front of the gate for a great city view.
💡 Visit during a festival or event for an even more lively atmosphere.
💡 Take a guided tour to explore the underground caves and chapels.