Rumi Hostel, Trondheim

Rumi Hostel, rated 8.8/10 on Booking.com, is a modern-style hostel with an informal social area, a fully equipped guest kitchen, and self-serviced laundry facilities. The hostel offers various room types, including private rooms with shared bathrooms, and dormitory options with large lockers and individual power outlets, according to guest reviews. Rooms feature views of the city and fjord, as noted by several guests. The hostel provides a games room with a pool table, a movie room with a projector, and a shared lounge/TV area with board games. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property, and facilities include a snack bar, soundproof rooms, key card access, and security alarms. The hostel is located 1 km from Trondheim city center, 600 m from Solsiden restaurant and shopping area, and 400 m from the nearest supermarket. A parking garage is available on-site at an extra cost, and the hostel offers accessible parking and luggage storage. The property is situated in a quiet residential district, requiring a 15-minute walk from the train station, with a steep hill up to the hostel noted by guests.

The hostel offers a clean, quiet, and safe environment with a modern design and large windows for great views.

Guests appreciate the fully equipped kitchen with free coffee/tea, and the common areas for working or socializing.

The staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with free luggage storage and a free coffee/tea station.

The hostel is situated on top of a steep hill, making it difficult to reach with heavy luggage without using public transport.

Some guests note the lack of hand towels and tea/coffee in the shared bathrooms, and the location is a bit far from the city center for some.