As always, I was so ready to get out of the city while backpacking, and Jakarta was no different from Bangkok or Kuala Lumpur in triggering that. If you feel like me, then Bandung is best used as just a base for visiting Kawah Putih and Rengganis. Buton Backpacker Lounge was a bit tricky to find. The rooms were decent though not quite what I expected given the ratings. At first I felt a little discomfited, but the staff completely turned things around because they were incredibly friendly. I also booked my tour through them. Bandung does have some highlights other than the crater and hot springs, like the Angklung performance and the stunning scenic route from Jakarta, but beyond that I’d say get outta there and head somewhere quieter.

Was a great 2 nights stay there after Jakarta trip. This hostel is very close to Bandung Train Station, exactly in the heart of bandung city. Handy to go everywhere. Even the location is just at a small street, housing area, but pretty easy for you to find everything. Shops, food street, Pascal area, mall and some other hotels there. Staff were kind hearted and helpful. Was a blackout light at the time I stayed there but quick response from them. Keep smiling even they speak little English only. I've got bunk bed, quite small size bed, again it's comfort to have a rest in. Worth for your money, worth for backpackers. Would be back for sure. Thanks guys

Sounds of vingcards of bunk bed was noisy. Hard to open and hard to close. I saw one lady in LIVING ROOM, HAVING AN ELECTRIC CIGARETTES, again in living room. She made a smoke inside and many people there. The staffs must remind who smoke either electric or cigarettes, respecting those who are not smoking. Please. Or kindly put a sign SMOKING ISN'T ALLOWED. because I saw there is a designated area for smoking outside

Location, only 6 minutes walk from the train station. The staff, especially the manager Ibu Rosa, who is very pleasant and helpful. She allowed me to stay in the lounge after checkout until my late afternoon train. The capsules are the best equipped I have seen outside Japan: door, fan, soft and bright lights, shelf and socket. The lodge is clean and quiet.

Misinformation: I booked a single room on booking.com. When I arrived it turned out to be a capsule in a dormitory. The lodge is hard to find, just a small sign saying Buton outside. I suspect that the owner wants to discourage walk-ins. My only complaint with the capsules is the thin foam mattress. No hot water or toilet paper.

Loved the pod, it was so cosy and comfortable. I had a lovely 3 night stay here. Staff were friendly, good hot shower. I would recommend asking for a top bunk if you would like more space - that's what I had and it was in between a single and double size. I saw that the lower pods were narrower and the size of a single.

Spacious bunks, but not that big tho. Ideally a good place if you are departing from and to the train station. There are also motorcycle rentals available nearby. There are also different convenient stores & an ice cream shop nearby.

Far from city point. Reception area is a bit of a mess.

I like that it is in a bit of a more quiet neighbourhood, there's a aqua tap, friendly and helpful staff, big bathroom with separate sinks as well for brushing teeth. The beds are in a closed cabin which gives you a little more privacy. Also close to the train station. Overall good value for money

Was not really a nice outside place and the fan was not really powerfull

very close to bandung train station, the staff was very friendly

we needed to cross family area to reach the capsule bed, sometimes the water was not working because of the electricity trouble

Staff friendly and helpful Great location

The locks on the doors to the millennium pods wasnot great, though they did provide free lockers for valuables

Homy

Water flow in shared bathroom ... Weak

The capsules are super comfortable. They have AC, while inside the capsule to have access to the wifi all you have to do is scan a barcode. The hostel will also provide you with a towel and they will suggest tours to help you explore the surrounding area.

There was a comment that mentioned that the hostel seems to be inserted in someone's family house, and it's true. The rooms are in a closed room, but will will have to walk by the family's kitchen and living room. It can be a little bit strange by European standards.