Mini Boxtel Aonang Hostel

This was my first hostel experience and I was overall pretty delighted with the experience. It was clean with friendly staff. The main area was filled with welcoming and cozy decor and seating areas, the sunset view from the rooftop was beautiful. The breakfast / coffee was great and a nice touch to be able to have in the morning. There was available laundry in the hostel as well. Bathrooms were very clean. I would absolutely come back to this place. The ladders are a bit awkward to climb into the top bunks, but not terrible. I would recommend a bottom one if available. They turn off the air con during the mid portion of the day, so it is also a bit hot in the uppers. I did notice some small bugs (I think ants) in the dorm room both on the walls and in the bunks. Also good to know is the deposit of 500 Baht that has to be paid in cash on arrival. This is returned to you when you check out. The deposit cannot be paid any other way.

I stayed at this place as recommended by a friend and also read the great reviews but it seems it has changed. Indeed there is a coffee shop on the first floor, which seems to be the first priority. Breakfast only includes some toast, jam, one boiled egg and a coffee or juice, not both. The hostel does not rent locks for lockers. The reception signs around the hostel and on the key cards say reception is open until 10pm, but apparently they have changed it to 6pm, which is very inconvenient if you need something. Our last day, my friend and I were out all day for a sunrise hike, a daytime excursion and then a sunset kayak. When we realized the reception had already closed we called the owner to receive our deposit back for the keys and he treated us very rudely, like it was out fault. I've never had such an inconvenient or rude experience with staff at any hostel I've stayed. Also the rooftop was closed so we could not enjoy that either.

I came here with my girl friends. I love the cosy pods!! It gave me the privacy I need. The bathrooms are clean and easily accessible. The staff are very friendly and helpful as well. The cafe is also perfect for chilling- and they serve really healthy smoothie bowls. I was spoiled for choice! The place is also accessible to many eateries nearby. Would recommend to solo travellers and girl-friends on girl trips!