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8.7

427 reviews

Hostel Elli

Hostel Elli

21 Ulica Antuna Branka Šimića, Split, 21000, Croatia

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Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Soundproof

Hostel Elli

Welcome to Hostel Elli in Split, Croatia, a three-star stay a short 1.1mi from the city center. Nestled at 21 Ulica Antuna Branka Šimića, this address places guests close to the action while offering a cozy, budget-friendly vibe. With 427 reviews, the hostel has plenty of traveler stories to share and a reputation that matches its three-star rating.

Featured amenities include parking (extra charges), adults only, free WiFi, and free air conditioning, plus a private entrance and soundproof rooms. Non-smoking rooms, a patio, and a garden add to the relaxing atmosphere, complemented by an elevator and other practical touches for easy coming and going.

Located in Split, this option brings together convenience and comfort with an adults-only option, free WiFi, and air conditioning, plus parking for an extra charge. The substantial number of reviews (427) offers a chorus of opinions helpful for planning the stay, making it a familiar choice for travelers exploring Croatia’s coastal city.

In Split, this three-star option offers an adults-only choice, giving travelers a straightforward, budget-friendly base for coastal adventures.

Free WiFi and air conditioning keep things comfy, while a private entrance and soundproof rooms bring a touch of privacy. Non-smoking rooms, a patio, and a garden set a laid-back scene, and an elevator adds convenient access.

With 427 reviews, plenty of traveler opinions are available to help plan the stay. Cash is the only accepted payment method, and parking is available for an extra charge.

Closest airports

Split Airport

8.5mi

Brac

18.8mi

Most popular amenities

Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Soundproof

Elevator

Garden

Rooms

Guest reviews

8.7

427 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Natalia

9.1

August 2024

The staff was very friendly and helpful. They did their best to keep the hostel clean. The curtains attached to our bunk beds are an excellent idea. The AC in our room worked without any problems. The hostel is located a few minutes from the main bus stops and shops or supermarkets (Lidl).

Although the staff was working hard to keep the hostel neat and tidy there were some people for whom cleaning up their own mess in the kitchen was the hardest thing to do... Leaving dirty dishes and frying pans in the sink or on the tables, cleaning their own shoes in the sink (sic!), leaving dirty underwear on the floor for all of roommates to see (sic!), making general mess around them everywhere they went, is something you wouldn't like to experience... But it's the attitude towards living among other people that has to change not the hostel or the people working there... Is showing respect really that difficult?

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Davorin

10

August 2025

It was in a real nice part of the Split, everything we needed was close, like stores, coffee shops and farmers market were just a few minutes walk. City center and beach were 20 minute walk from the property. Stuff was really helpful, kitchen had everything we needed.

Maybe one more fridge in the kitchen would be nice, the one there is was a bit stuffed.

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Naya

10

August 2023

I had an amazing experience at Elli Hostel! Every detail contributed to making my 21-day stay unforgettable. From start to finish, I felt incredibly satisfied with the entire experience. The staff was exceptionally helpful and accommodating, always ready to answer questions and provide recommendations about local places to visit. The beds at the hostel were truly comfortable, and I really enjoyed getting a good night’s sleep after long days of exploration. But what truly made the stay special were the two volunteer girls, Mag and Demi. They added an incredibly positive atmosphere to the hostel and were always ready to organize events like movie nights, trips to the beach, and outings into town. Their enthusiasm and positive attitude really rubbed off on all the guests, creating a wonderful ambiance.

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Jeff

10

June 2023

Like I said in my previous feedback it's worth to stay. I do recommend it so I stay again :) it's very flexible as I book last minutes extension and Mr ante is so cool and nice that makes me feel home more. They give whatever request I want. From 3 days become one week now. It's perfect hostel I can say. Try it and u will not regret it. The best hostel in split. Nothing u will dislike.. complete facilities and fun roommate. Great kitchen to cook. Nice smart TV with Netflix. Everything clean room, and toilet. WiFi strong also. The smell of the apartment is wow like in 5 star hotel. Amazing staff friendly.. they perfectly manage to maintain the good smell even it's fully book and crowded. Just being honest. When I come back to split in the near future i will definitely come back here with friends for sure. 5555

Nothing beyond my expectation.. just try it and u will not regret it :)

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Matthias

9.1

October 2023

Demmy gave me a warm welcome and did a good job showing me around. The lockers offer a lot of space and everything is clean. Offers a lot for the price .

The Beds are quite noisy, so it's hard not to wake everybody when standing up or laying down. Curtains would be nice as well. It's quite a walk to old town, mostly not through too beautiful area, so the location was not the best. I would have loved to have some natural light in the livingroom / kitchen.

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Hetal

10

July 2024

Spacious rooms, big lockers, accommodating staff, laundry machine on site, large, clean bathrooms, large kitchen with pantry and two fridges with all the cookware you need.

Nothing. It is a 30min walk to city centre but there is a bus station right around the corner from the property so it’s very convenient to hop on and head into the centre!

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Berk

10

June 2024

This is my second time here. It's so far the best place I stayed in Croatia and especially in Split since I stayed quiet a lot other places in Split. My room was so comfortable and silent. The kitchen and showers were proper and have been cleaned every single day early in the morning. Thanks so much to Mr. Ante, Petra and Ana for their helps and kindness. I'd like to stay here one day again hopefully.

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Anne

8.2

July 2023

- Staff was nice, we received all info and guide to check-in late to the hostel through WhatsApp. - Everything was very clean and felt pretty up to date. - Nice with curtain in beds. - Good with AC in every room.

- The reception personnel came and went. - The beds were squeaking like crazy. - Nice with AC in every room. - Too few bathrooms (2 for women). - The water in the shower kept stopping after 15 seconds, making it really annoying to shower - maybe a longer interval would be better? - The showers aren’t that private, just a curtain, no locks. - The sea is further away than we expected when booking - maybe 15-20 min walk.

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Jeff

9.1

June 2023

Well first of all I book it for the late midnight check in and it's available for them not like the rest hostel in split,also Mr. Ante assist me thru entire booking. He was wow for doing such excellent communication even he contact me in WhatsApp when I did not have EU number or either I didn't reply in booking.com or email. Doing such passion for work to communicate with clients and doing extra miles is for me considering this the first hostel I did booking in my entire life that try to contact me to make my check in easy without hussle. I salute u sir for this and appreciated that and because of that I extend my trip and stay here longer instead moving somewhere :) hostel is perfect , clean ,facilities is wow, kitchen is wow and u can cook also . Bath room clean and smell good. The lady in the morning I saw the way she clean it and even I was in kitchen she never show any attitude and she even smiling and telling me don't go out u can stay no issue not like other hostel they keep me out and telling come back later when they done cleaning.. I like the atmosphere here and the people. I feel home.

Well abit of walking thru the old town city centre about 20-30 mins but with all of the good things I experiences I can say it's worth it. Still the best hostel I stay in EU.

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Bruno

9.1

May 2022

Rooms are amzing toilet as well, very clean hostel, one of the best I had been in Europe.

It's a bit far from the city center and main attractions, but its an easy 20min walk and you can catch an uber from back the center for less than 5 euros. DO NOT TAKE A TAXI, IT'S VERY EXPENSIVE!

Points of Interest Around Hostel Elli

Attractions

Port of Split (Luka Split)

1mi

Gregory of Nin (Grgur Ninski)

1.1mi

Cathedral of St. Dominus (Katedrala Svetog Duje)

1.1mi

Peristyle Square (Peristil)

1.1mi

Gates of Diocletian's Palace

1.1mi

Temple of Jupiter

1.1mi

Riva Promenade (Riva Split Waterfront)

1.1mi

Fruit's Square (Trg Brace Radic)

1.2mi

Republic Square (Prokurative)

1.3mi

Split Archaeological Museum (Arheoloski Muzej Split)

1.5mi

Salona

2.6mi

Bene Beach

3.2mi

Cetina Canyon

12.3mi

Hvar Spanish Fortress (Tvrdava Fortica)

23mi

Malo Grablje

23.5mi

Amenities of Hostel Elli

Adults only

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Private entrance

Soundproof rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Patio

Soundproof

Elevator

Garden

Stay rules - Hostel Elli

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property