Sea Breeze Hostel
Metohijska ul. 2, 20000, Dubrovnik, Croatia · Croatia
★ 4.7 on Google · 150 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Sep 17, 2026 · 41 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
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Case conclusion
What the numbers say
150 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.7★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.6★
- Flagged
- 27%
- Coverage
- 100%
All reviews shown by Google
109 examined reviews
41 of 150
150 of 150 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Sep 17, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Reviewers report that the hostel offers a very clean environment, strong air conditioning, and a convenient location near the main bus station, ferry port, and waterfront. Staff members are frequently highlighted as exceptionally friendly, helpful, and accommodating with late arrivals or luggage storage. However, some guests note issues with noisy or creaky beds, small rooms, and occasional delays during check-in.
+ Repeated strengths
Cleanliness
Reviewers consistently state that the hostel rooms, bathrooms, and general facilities are kept very clean.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2026-05-17
Lovely and clean hostel, very friendly staff! Near bus stop and shop right next door!
5★ · 2026-08-03
Great hostel, the people are very kind and welcoming
Staff and Service
Reviewers report that the owners and front desk staff are welcoming, friendly, and accommodating.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2026-05-19
The hostel was amazing. Was clean, quiet and the location super convenient especially for travellers who carry heavy backpacks and want a hostel close to the bus station. Peter, Anita and Joaquin were great too, giving advices about the cit...
5★ · 2026-07-18
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic stay! This is a brilliant, small, and comfortable hostel. The staff are incredibly friendly. A special shoutout to Ana, who was so welcoming and helpful throughout my stay. The AC worked perfectly (absolutely essent...
Location
Reviewers find the location highly convenient, being close to the bus station, ferry port, and a short bus ride or walk to the old town.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2026-05-17
Super close to the bus station, clean rooms, 10 minute bolt or Uber into old town or a nice 30min stroll !!!
5★ · 2026-05-25
Clean, tidy hostel with a super affordable price. There's a refrigerator and an electric kettle, as well as utensils for buying food. It's a 3-minute walk from the port where boats depart for Hvar and other islands, and a 10-minute walk fro...
5★ · 2026-08-27
Sea Breeze is a laid back, friendly and clean hostel an easy bus ride from Dubrovnik. Even an older person like me felt welcome. High marks for toilet and showers!
− Repeated complaints
Noisy Beds
Reviewers report that the metal bunk beds are creaky and noisy when guests move.
3 supporting reviews
4★ · 2026-05-20
Great location (on the water and a nice walk from the Old Town), clean, and friendly staff. The beds were super creaky and there are expensive extra charges for anything not included in the original booking (late check in, laundry, etc)....
4★ · 2026-07-07
The hostel is in a great location! Right across from the water and a short bus ride to the Old Town. The hostel itself is quite small and the beds are very noisy but other than that, everything was great!
5★ · 2026-09-03
Excellent hostel if you’re travelling into Dubrovnik by bus as it’s within walking distance to the bus station. Staff were so helpful and let me check in after arriving in Dubrovnik at midnight. Shower and bathroom facilities were far eno...
Check-in and Communication Delays
Reviewers note difficulties reaching staff upon arrival or experiencing long waits to check in.
3 supporting reviews
1★ · 2026-06-30
DO NOT STAY HERE UNLESS YOU WANT A BAD EXPERIENCE. Upon reading positive reviews, I booked this hotstel, only to find that most are take and people are literally lured into leaving them in order to store their luggage upon checking-out. M...
4★ · 2026-07-16
I arrived at 10 PM but couldn't meet the host. They told me to call, but where would a tourist have a phone? A guest staying in the next room helped me. Check-in was very inconvenient. The entrance is on the second floor, so you have to go...
4★ · 2026-09-08
There were pros and cons. I had to wait for more than half an hour to check in because there wasn't anyone there. At night I needed help with the stove and I had to wait for more than 1 hour too... So I think it'd be important to have recep...
Extra Charges and Fees
Reviewers mention additional costs for items like city taxes, towels, or laundry services.
3 supporting reviews
4★ · 2026-05-20
Great location (on the water and a nice walk from the Old Town), clean, and friendly staff. The beds were super creaky and there are expensive extra charges for anything not included in the original booking (late check in, laundry, etc)....
4★ · 2026-07-16
I arrived at 10 PM but couldn't meet the host. They told me to call, but where would a tourist have a phone? A guest staying in the next room helped me. Check-in was very inconvenient. The entrance is on the second floor, so you have to go...
5★ · 2026-08-09
Very nice hostel. Convenient location close to bars, restaurants, supermarket, buses and the ferry. Anna is awesome and very helpful and communicative. My only complaint is how small the rooms are, but it's worth it for the convenience of t...
Good for
- Travelers arriving by bus or ferry
- Solo backpackers looking for affordable lodging
- Visitors seeking strong air conditioning in the summer
Avoid if
- You are sensitive to noise from creaky bunk beds
- You require a fully equipped, traditional kitchen
- You prefer 24-hour on-site reception without coordination
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| May ’26 | 28 | 3 |
| Jun ’26 | 16 | 8 |
| Jul ’26 | 50 | 14 |
| Aug ’26 | 42 | 13 |
| Sep ’26 | 14 | 3 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 41 reviews flagged weight 0.8
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 41 flagged reviews.
Ljubisha Ivanovski
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-05-18
Top notch quality. Beautiful.
Sean Davidson
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-05-22
Great location, decent rooms, helpful staff!
Carys Jones
1 review
★★★★★
2026-05-29
Welcoming staff, good location. Was a wonderful stay
Sylvia Knott
1 review
★★★★★
2026-06-04
Friendly staff, social, right next to the bus stop, clean rooms and bathrooms
Ben Gordon
1 review
★★★★★
2026-06-07
Great experience, very easy check in and check out.
Connor Bourke
1 review
★★★★★
2026-06-19
The hostel was brilliant, the workers were friendly and the facilities were clean.
Alicia Gilabert
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-06-23
Excellent service and good location
Summer Underwood
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-06-30
The staff made it such a wonderful experience, went out of their way to fulfil our needs. The room was clean and all the essentials were provided. It is located in such a lovely area also. Very much recommended
molly rees
1 review
★★★★★
2026-06-30
Sea Breeze Hostel Dubrovnik is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with such a warm and friendly atmosphere. The staff goes above and beyond to make sure you have an incredible stay, offering tips on the best local spots and making you feel right at home. The location is per...
Sophia Plant
1 review
★★★★★
2026-06-30
Had an amazing stay. The location was great really enjoyed the stay and definitely will come back
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