Arm Hostel

4.4

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Level 7 Local Expert

I stayed at Arm Hostel for 3 nights. The location is one of its main advantages — it is situated on a main street close to the Opera House, with convenient access to the city center. However, the hostel is located on the 5th floor of a building without an elevator, which can be difficult, especially if you have luggage. I stayed in a 10-bed dorm room with a balcony facing the street. The price is around $8 per night per bed, which at first may seem budget-friendly, but for Yerevan it is not particularly cheap, and there are cleaner and better options available at the same or even lower price. The bunk beds are a major issue. They shake heavily even with the slightest movement — to the point that any small movement from one person significantly disturbs the other. This made resting uncomfortable and interrupted sleep. The mattresses are relatively soft and acceptable, but the bed sheets, although clean, feel old and worn. Due to poor ventilation, the dorm room often has an unpleasant smell. In addition, the windows do not block street noise effectively — even when closed, outside noise is clearly audible. If you are sensitive to noise, earplugs are essential. The bathrooms and toilets are extremely small (approximately 1m × 1m). In the shower, the door opens inward, which makes the already limited space even more difficult to use. There is no place to hang clothes inside the shower. Even for me, as a relatively slim person, taking a shower was quite difficult. On the other hand, the kitchen is one of the better parts of the hostel. It is spacious, clean, and well-equipped with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, constant hot water, and all necessary cooking utensils. There are also several dining tables and a counter with chairs. Please note that the kitchen is locked from 2:00 AM to 8:00 AM. There is also a small shared sitting area in the hallway for about four people. Drinking water is not always readily available; however, bottled water can be purchased at the reception during the night if needed. During my stay, interaction with the staff was limited. They handled basic tasks, but the overall attitude was not particularly welcoming. One staff member named Vardan, in my experience, was noticeably impolite. When I raised issues, the usual response was “I can’t do anything about it,” without any effort to assist or suggest alternatives. The communication felt dismissive and at times uncomfortable. Summary: While the location is convenient, this hostel may not offer good value for money compared to other available options in Yerevan. Issues such as unstable beds, poor ventilation, noise, very limited bathroom space, and unfriendly service could negatively affect the stay. Travelers may want to carefully compare other options before booking.

Gabo

Level 19 Local Expert

I stayed for a month, and I can say without a doubt, this is the best hostel to stay at in Yerevan. All the staff are helpful, friendly, and caring. Everything is clean, it's a very cozy and comfortable place!

Reza M.

Level 3 Local Expert

It's sucks. It's in the fifth floor and doesn't have an elevator

Aslam Shaikh

Level 2 Local Expert

Good service, like home 👍😊

О Ту

Level 8 Local Expert

Pros: Inexpensive. It is located in the very center next to the opera house. There is a cozy balcony with a view of Ararat (although you need to go through the room with the tenants). After eviction, you can leave your belongings in the utility room, which is locked with a key. Cons: 5th floor without elevator, stairs with high flights, it's not easy to lift a suitcase.. Very cramped rooms for four people. There are no lockers, there is a closet and a bedside table, things cannot be closed. The bathrooms are not very well maintained. Overall, the furniture, carpets, and kitchen are in excellent condition. It's all kind of battered.

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Ирина Зименкова

Level 18 Local Expert

I liked the hostel, it was clean, cozy, good linen, cozy kitchen. Location - fire! But there is a caveat, the hostel is on the 5th floor (staircases like in Stalinka), so if you have sore legs and a lot of luggage, pay attention. It's easier with luggage, the administrators help, but if the legs are problematic, you need to take it into account. I recommend the hostel.

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Павел Цыганов

Level 14 Local Expert

Nice hostel. We stayed there after a trip to Armenia. The staff is polite and pleasant. The guests are adequate and friendly. The hostel itself has a fully equipped kitchen where you can cook and eat, and companies gather there in the evening. Of the cons, it is worth noting that the hostel requires cosmetic repairs, rooms for two are located opposite the common area and people chat on it until late. And most importantly, if you have bad legs, it's worth thinking about it a few times. Stalin's house, fifth floor. It's a very simple staircase.

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Мария Венченко

Level 4 Local Expert

Among the advantages: perfect cleanliness, very pleasant staff, location in the very center of the city, a kitchen where you can cook something, round-the-clock check-in Cons : 5th floor without elevator

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Андрей Я.

Level 5 Local Expert

Friendly staff, a huge plus that the room has a working air conditioner. A comfortable large bed. Excellent location - in the very center of the city, close to good inexpensive canteens, the main attractions. One of the disadvantages: noise from movement, water needs to be driven away for 5 minutes. The TV was not working. It will work for 1-2 nights. In any case, we were satisfied.

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марина кошед

Level 9 Local Expert

The hostel is located in the center of Yerevan. Clean, tidy, odorless, linen crunches) The only point is to go up to the 5th floor, keep in mind if you have health problems.

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Глускер Александр

Level 23 Local Expert

They provide everything you need, there are quite a lot of places, friendly staff. Disadvantages: smoking on the balcony, poor condition of the outlets. Features: The shower is not for shy people.

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Александр Тарулин

Level 12 Local Expert

Unlike most Yerevan hostels, where I stayed before, it is not in the basement, but already on the fifth floor. The renovation is quite fresh, everything is neat. The air conditioner in my room tried to cool down, but could only blow out. A dead cockroach was greeted on the floor, joyfully spreading its arms. I threw it away, I didn't meet anyone alive. I was pleased to have a balcony. Not a bad place, maybe I'll stay here next time. In the morning, you have to drain the cold water for several minutes before the hot water starts, so do not be afraid.

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Владимир Козачун

Level 8 Local Expert

We stay here all the time. One of the main advantages is a chic location in the very center near the opera; there are balconies with excellent views of the city; supermarkets, cafes, and main attractions are within walking distance. The price is quite adequate.

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Vladimir Vorobev

Level 2 Local Expert

A great place for travelers, many different nations, interesting people, clean, friendly staff, located in the very center, everything is nearby, shops, exchange offices, bus stops, everything is within walking distance.

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Дмитрий Воробьев

Level 3 Local Expert

We were in this beautiful city of Yerevan for the New Year, checked into the arm hostel in the city center. I recommend this wonderful place to everyone! Clean, cozy rooms and VERY COOL staff!!! Everyone is responsive and caring!!! We were very impressed!!! Thank you for a wonderful holiday!

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sophia sabour

Level 2 Local Expert

The staff is very polite and kind. The hostel is very tidy and clean. The staff is very polite and kind. The hostel is very neat and clean.

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наталья шапошникова

Level 2 Local Expert

I really liked the hostel! Everything is at the highest level.Nice, clean and cozy.Polite staff, good attitude.I'll come back again.!!!!

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Иван Воронцов

Level 4 Local Expert

The location was great, the price was good, everything was clean and warm inside. Great view from the balcony, and lovely friendly staff. I recommend.

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Sofya T.

Level 6 Local Expert

Pros: location, clean bathroom Cons: smoky, dark, the Deluxe double is so small that there is nowhere to put even a suitcase, the repair is all fucked up, it is unclear why there are small steps in the halls that are easy to overlook and stumble. The staff is not very friendly. I think you can find a nicer place for this money...

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Артур Артур

Level 3 Local Expert

It's my first time in a hostel, and I'll tell you honestly, I didn't even think that everything was so clean here, they clean every day, they change the bed very often The price is worth it!and most importantly, It is located in the center, which is incredibly convenient)

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Павел Кириллов

Level 7 Local Expert

The hostel is quite conveniently located, although it is not easy to find it without a sign! The beds are normal, it will do to spend the night, there is a shortage of sockets in the room, I had to watch how to get free to charge the phone

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Ашот Чидилян

Level 3 Local Expert

A cool hostel in the center of Yerevan, very convenient location, kind staff, caring, have been here for two weeks and felt the warmth 🔥😎

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Ольга Помозова

Level 18 Local Expert

The location is very convenient. The linen is clean. I recommend you to check in. When visiting Yerevan.

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Pavel Markov

Level 6 Local Expert

Why is your hostel so scary? The color palette of furniture, walls, floor, ceiling causes nausea and pain in the eyes! The common room is just like a barracks, there are not even curtains. And a separate room for two is just a horror, an ugly micro-bedside table stands proudly between beds covered with cheap, low-quality sets of linen. And for all this, fellow Armenians, you will forgive the fabulous money. Are you all right there?

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ольга булгакова

Level 11 Local Expert

The rooms are different, but in general- clean, lots of dishes, convenient location, all the sights nearby. We are not whimsical, we liked it.

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Знаток города

Level 17 Local Expert

Friendly staff, you can check in at night, and after check-out, ask to leave your bag for a few hours. Thanks! On the downside: there is no sign on the street.

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