Russell Scott BackPackers hostel - Sheffield

While the location is a bit out of the way, the staff and service is very nice there and is comfortable.

Great value for the money on private rooms.Booked here with a short notice (I believe 4 days) and managed to grab a private room for a few days. Staff was really helpful on the first day, facilities are in good condition and the places is well kept and clean. Options in the kitchen for food were plenty and it was always between decent and clean.No rotten food in the fridge!!! I swear it's the first time I find a fridge without rotten food. Not even in the office where there is always someone's pizza from the previous week. Props on that to the staff and guests.My only complaint with my room was that I could hear other guests walking and cooking all the time. So a bit uncomfortable if you are sleeping extra early and have a light sleep.Location can be a bit inconvenient depending on where you want to go and how much you like a steep hill for an entrance. But Sheffield is all about those hills, so that'd be an issue with the city as a whole.

I'm here in bed, contemplating other's reviews. Firstly, it's not a star rated Hotel. It's a Hostel. I've stayed in a number of Hostels and this measures up nicely. On arrival the chap in reception was very helpful. He was in the process of cleaning the upstairs area. I've come back this evening and he seems to have done a pretty good job. I'm in a twin room with shared facilities and it is perfectly clean and adequate. The only issue I've had is that I come from the South and there are a number of hills in the locality which were testing. Would I recommend it, yes as long as you are realistic in your expectations

Well maintained rooms, excellent service, inconvenience is access uphill along very steepy walk.In general 5* for the price.

Don't expect much, but if you know what you are getting in (a cheap but nice hostel) you'll be happy

Well, it’s a cheap place to stay. Although I would make it even cheaper considering the facilities. We didn’t find our room key until the day of checkout (it was hidden IN the room) so all our stuff was available for the taking had someone chosen to steal it. (Which they didn’t, thankfully).Reception was nice and friendly.Parking was a nightmare as there was only one space at the hostel and my car’s handbrake wasn’t strong enough for the hill outside.The rooms were not clean at all - maybe cleaners come and do the sheets but the carpets, toilet, showers etc all dirty from over time, and the whole building seems to be falling apart. I was just pleased that we had a private room as the bunk dorms looked depressing AF. Also it was way too hot in the night and I woke up several times in a sweat.Breakfast in the morning was also equally depressing with a selection of 3 cereals and some cheap coffee. I wasn’t expecting much but I think if you’re going to advertise “breakfast included” then it should consist of more ingredients - maybe something gluten-free? Or even some fresh fruit?!All in all you get what you pay for I guess!

The staff were nice here but it was honestly one of the dirtiest places I have ever stayed in and I felt very uncomfortable. The price reflects the quality, if you are looking for a very very cheap night this would be ok but I personally felt dirty and uncomfortable

Hi all , if u are looking for a place to sleep economically, this is for u ….Good for backpackers for rest and sleep, free breakfast and can use Owen for preparing own food anytime …. There are private rooms too …. Car parking near to hostel is an added advantage.

I've stayed in hostels that were cheaper than this one and we're way better. Room was cramped, 6 people in a small room. Beds were like something from a building site, made from scaffolding and a wooden plank to support underneath. Bathroom facilities were nasty. Didn't appear to ever be cleaned, toilets dirty, shower even worse. Located at the top of a very steep hill. Definitely won't be staying here again.