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Design Hostel One

Design Hostel One
Design Hostel One – Split, MD
Design Hostel One – Split, MD
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 10:00 AM

About Design Hostel One

Design Hostel One is a hostel within a ancient city walls of Split. It is less than 0.6 mi from Bacvice Bay and 5 minutes’ walk to Diocletian Palace. Free WiFi is available. Guests can chose between shared and private rooms. All rooms are air conditioned and contain bathroom with bathroom facilities. The dormitory rooms have beds separated by curtains with individual power sockets. Linens, blankets and towels are provided free of charge as well as the personal safety lockers. Design Hostel One features a variety of common areas such as lounges and a large garden. New Ground-Floor Hangout! We’re thrilled to debut Lui, our brand-new brunch and pizzeria right here in the hostel. Whether you’re after a specialty coffee and artisan pastry to start your day, a healthy brunch, or Neapolitan pizza, we’ve got you covered. Stick around for all-day cocktails and live DJ sets throughout the week! Hostel Guest Perk: Grab a voucher at reception to enjoy 10% off everything on the menu. Design Hostel One’s multilingual staff offer assistance 24 hours of the day and can arrange for guided tours around Split. The city harbor (ferry terminal) and main bus station is 2625 feet away.

Amenities

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Family friendly
  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe

Reviews

4.1 / 5
Great 348 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The shared bathroom is a bit dirty, but it could be because of the other tenants, not the hostel itself.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I booked here twice, extending my stay, because it was such a wonderful experience. Perfect location, smack in the middle of the palace and only 1min walk to the Riva. It was so convenient, I could walk to all the meeting points of my excursions within 5mins. The hostel is beautifully decorated with a charming garden. The staff is friendly and on duty 24/7. The social vibe is great too. I love this place and it wins the gold medal of all the hostels I’ve stayed across the world. If it’s available for your dates, grab it! Absolutely nothing bad to say.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Best hostel I’ve ever stayed at in the world! Best location right in the centre of Diocletian’s Palace. Amazing conscientious staff ready to help with whatever you need 24/7 and keeping it sparkling clean. Lovely garden for hanging out in and even a rooftop balcony with a magnificent view. I cannot say enough about this place, it gets my highest recommendation. Do yourself a favour and book it. Bonus: You get a discount at the neighbouring restaurant Lui that has really delicious food. Nothing.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I stayed in double room and shower area was little bit small

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Stains on my towels and sheets, mold on the showers, loud construction in the lobby

  • Engine customer May 2026

    It’s too noise and some of the people staying there were playing loud music until late at night.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Location near all the sites. Spar market close by. Kitchen is a joke, not for cooking just for warming up in a small microwaves. No plates, cups nor cutlery besides the paper ones. No pans not pots. Fridge very dirty. No place to seat. Escalators not working it seems they are working on fixing the place. Very dusty everywhere. Tables outside wet and full of tree leaves. Pathetic.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Cas review of Split.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    The receptionist was very helpful and perfect location I can't use hairdryer while others still sleeping coz it's inside the room

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Front desk was open 24-7, and staff was kind. My private room (which I “upgraded” from a dorm, hoping I’d get better sleep) was on the 2nd floor, directly across from a nightclub. The windows were ratty, and unsuccessful in blocking out noise; they also couldn’t open, which made the room stuffy. I couldn’t sleep at all on a Friday night, due to the noise. Staff tried their best, but only had basic foam ear plugs. Management was also unhelpful in offering any sort of recompensation. If you’re booking on the weekend, hoping to get some sleep… think twice about staying here. Luggage storage is also not locked.

  • Engine customer May 2026

    Cozy little bed pods in the dorm rooms! Good locker space and pod set up. The balcony has an amazing view. Great location. I was ignored by one staff member when trying to check in, which wasn’t very welcoming. The shower room wasn’t ideal (no good shelf, small) but it served its purpose.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Staff Bunk bed ladders are really uncomfortable. The thin metal rungs put a lot of pressure on the feet and can actually hurt, especially when climbing barefoot at night. A wider or flat step design would make a big difference.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Very nice place. I had a private room, so without knowing it’s a hostel, I’d think it’s a hotel. The location is unbeatable, right in the heart of the old town. Nice and supportive staff, highly recommended.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    We booked 2 rooms. The first one is quite clean. The second one can be cleaner, its floor was dusty.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Stayed here for a quick overnight stay. For this, it was fully okay. Bunks had good privacy. Quick scheck-in, really good location. Hostel rooms feeled quite crammed, and even in mid-April it was hot in the room.

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    Great location, under construction so a bit noisy and some areas weren’t accessible but it looks like this work will be

  • Engine customer Apr 2026

    24-hour reception made my early morning check-out super smooth. The hostel was perfect to explore the downtown Split area. N/a

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    My locker was on the top and it was so high up I couldn’t put my bag up there as I couldn’t reach and there was no way to get a lower one. The rooms are also bit squishy. The kitchen doesn’t have an oven or cooktop so you can’t even cook in there

  • Engine customer Jan 2026

    Location was very central and I love that each bed has a curtain so there is privacy. Nothing

  • Engine customer Nov 2025

    All good

Frequently asked questions about Design Hostel One

Does Design Hostel One have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Design Hostel One offers free Wi-Fi for all guests. Free wired internet is also available in select rooms.
Does Design Hostel One offer parking?
On-site parking is not listed at Design Hostel One. Public parking may be available nearby.
Does Design Hostel One have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Design Hostel One offers meeting spaces for business and group use.
Does Design Hostel One have a fitness center?
Design Hostel One does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Design Hostel One located, and how walkable is the area?
Design Hostel One is located at Morpurgova Poljana 2, Split, MD 21000. With a Walk Score of 90, the area is rated Walker's Paradise. Most daily errands can be done on foot — ideal for travelers without a car.

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