Fat Cod Backpackers

If you've been traveling for a bit and staying at hostels, then you know the difference between the basic, dorm-style hostels and the family home-style hostels. The Fat Cod is a family home hostel and creates the feeling of home during your visit. The staff are lovely and if you leave without having a conversation with the owner, Rachel, then you've missed out on half the fun. The rules are simple, treat the place like your own home and it will be your home. It's not a party, go crazy hostel, nor would you want it to be. It has a second story patio that looks out onto the harbour, perfect for a morning cup of tea or to stretch with a beautiful scenery. There's a wood burning stove that is lit on chilly nights. The lounge area has a pool table and entertainment center for your relaxing needs. This is a great hostel for meeting other travelers with its relaxed environment and is a place like home while on your travels.

Staff were friendly on check in and very helpful, however facilities are very old and out dated, situated right next to the main railway station which operates 24/7 which unfortunately we could hear everything. No breakfast the following morning even though we paid for it.

The bedrooms are tidy as well as the public areas. Staff is very friendly and helpful! The best part is the free soup in winter and breakfast as well as the fire. It's directly in the city centre and 3 minutes walk from the ferry. Enjoyed my stay pretty much!