In the heart of Quartier du Lac, Whoo Bordeaux Bacalan - Hostel offers a unique blend of work and play. With a coffee shop, arcade room, and coworking spaces nearby Cité du Vin, you can easily balance productivity with fun. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Jacques Chaban Delmas Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Mer Marine Bordeaux Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Cap Sciences - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Submarine Base of Bordeaux - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Merignac Airport (BOD) - 22 min drive
Le Bouscat Sainte-Germaine Station - 10 min drive
Bordeaux-Benauge Station - 10 min drive
Bassens Station - 11 min drive
Rue Achard Tram Station - 6 min walk
Bassins A Flot Tram Station - 7 min walk
New York Tram Station - 12 min walk
Restaurants
Le 7 Restaurant - 4 min walk
Belvédère - 4 min walk
Seeko'o Hotel - 11 min walk
Au Bureau - 12 min walk
Les Requins Marteaux - 2 min walk
About this property
Slo Bordeaux Hostel
When visiting Bordeaux, Slo Bordeaux Hostel is a great choice to consider. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a terrace. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Rue Achard Tram Station is 6 minutes and Bassins A Flot Tram Station is 7 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
194 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 10 and up
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Public winery tours
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Coworking spaces
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Library
Communal living room
Arcade/game room
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Stay connected
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.15 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 7.50 to 15 for adults, and EUR 7.50 to 15 for children
Towels are available for an extra charge of EUR 3 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Does Slo Bordeaux Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Slo Bordeaux Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Slo Bordeaux Hostel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Slo Bordeaux Hostel?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Slo Bordeaux Hostel.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Slo Bordeaux Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Slo Bordeaux Hostel?
No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Barriere Casino Theatre (6-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Slo Bordeaux Hostel and nearby?
Slo Bordeaux Hostel has an arcade.
What's the area around Slo Bordeaux Hostel like?
Slo Bordeaux Hostel is a short 6-minute walk from Rue Achard Tram Station and 5 minutes' walk from Cité du Vin.
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Reviews
Slo Bordeaux Hostel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Amenities
9.0
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2025
Really nice team, good location.
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R, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2023
great stay lucy at the check in was great
luis
luis, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 26, 2025
Lobby is large and also with a working area. Behind check in counter is the bar for beer and soft drinks. Check in time is 1500 come early has to stay in lobby area. Only down side is room doesn’t have air conditioning and you have to open the window. Overall is clean and well maintained, already came back to second time.
Anderson
Anderson, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Very high quality for the price
It is a bit far away from the train station, but easy to get there using a city bike (1 €). Excellent clean rooms and facilities, lots of safe storage available for your stuff. There are even curtaibs for your privacy on the bed.
Kurt Lukas Vincent
Kurt Lukas Vincent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
Location is very good. 1 minute to wine musuem and tramvay stop. Old town is 45 minutes away from the hostel on foot. Walking to old town is very nice.
Staff is very friendly. The dorm room there's bathrroom and curtain at bunk.
Would definitely stay there again.
Mine
Mine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2025
The staff were genuinely friendly, and the bed was very comfortable—complete with a privacy curtain that made it feel cosy and private. I appreciated the spacious storage setup: two lockers and a drawer provided plenty of room for my belongings.
Despite being in a bunk bed, I didn’t notice any squeaking or movement when someone used the top bunk, which made for a restful experience. The blackout shutter on the window blocked out light completely, and the road outside was quiet at night—perfect for uninterrupted sleep.
The only thing I’d suggest is adding one more bathroom and shower room, especially for busier periods.
Location-wise, it’s not too far from Bordeaux city centre. I actually enjoyed the 40-minute walk into town—it was a pleasant way to start the day.
Hana
Hana, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 6, 2024
Did not like the staff
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T, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 1, 2024
Overall, the facilities were very good in this hostel: the bed was very comfortable and the shower great, in fact too hot (which you can't always say). I liked the idea of the curtain per bed as it offers good privacy. I liked the fact that there was a happy hour involving cocktails but only on Tuesdays and I arrived at the hostel at 21.45 pm but had to wait at the check in until the person in front of me had finished so that ended up being 22.00 when the happy hour was over so I couldn't get a cocktail or a coffee as the cafe closed at 22.00 so a little bit annoying.
The female staff member who gave me loads of helpful info the following morning was very good. She also allowed me to print a copy of my boarding pass at reception which was handy.
Poss improvements:
I was disappointed that a basic breakfast wasn't included in the room price (even a tea/coffee and croissant).
It would be nice to have free tea/coffee offered to tourists all day similar to other hostels as it's a nice extra.
When I checked in at reception, I had to wait about 15 minutes as there was one person in front of me but the conversation seemed to go on for longer than was needed. Then, when I got the card for the room, it worked in the lift but not in the door. One of the ladies in the room opened the door and all said that they all had the same problem when checking in. I had to go back down to reception. You probably need to point this out to the younger staff member (girl) who checked me in.
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2026
Good
Adam
Adam, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 24, 2025
Staffs are nice with smiles.
Hope yiu can add more wall hangers for cloths and towels. One is really not enough.
Yat Cheong
Yat Cheong, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 20, 2025
great
ema marija
ema marija, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 19, 2023
Helpful staff, good location.
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2022
Clean property with friendly and helpful staff.
Tracey
Tracey, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 11, 2025
Overall, the property was great and the people were fantastic. I would skip the breakfast for eight euros. You’re paying three times more for basic for coffee and croissants
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 1, 2024
Peacefull place .
Braima
Braima, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2023
4 friends in Bordeaux
We had a really nice stay. The accommodation wss clean comfortable and safe.the price was excellent. We would definitely come here again.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 5, 2023
Def would stay again
Clean rooms and bathrooms, workers friendly and helpful, easy to find from tram, near Cite du Vin and a nice food market, great lobby/lounge area with wifi, restaurant and a microwave (no fridge for guests tho).
Nadine
Nadine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2024
Good location.
Easy transport
Carlos
Carlos, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2023
The rooms are small but clean. The staff are amazing!!the place has a great lounge. It’s also residential so very safe. Highly recommend.
Lara
Lara, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jun 9, 2025
All events for promotion in the elevator was old, the area was loud at night with screaming people and cars and it was difficult to find a good place for dinner.
BTW the bed and stuff around the room was good
Casper
Casper, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2023
Very modern and clean
Thomas
Thomas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2023
Very nice staff. We even got something warm to eat, although the kitchen was already closed