This was my first experience staying in a hostel - and it was a really good one! Code is located in such a convenient place, everything from train station to castle is under a ten min walk.
The toilets and showers are amazing! Best shower I’ve had in a while. The pods are well kept and comfortable, most other guests are polite and respectful of noise. I would highly recommend wearing ear plugs to reduce the noise of snorers or people coming in and out. - they’re free from the front desk!
Only downside to pods are two things - 1. It gets very hot in the pods over night. I struggled with this in march so can only imagine how hot it gets in the summer months (although you can get a fan from reception) 2. Climbing up and into the top pods is difficult. If you’re not strong enough to pull yourself up, I’d recommend requesting a bottom pod.
Only bits of feedback I have; It would be really nice to get some sofas in the reception area to make it more cosy. I found that the communal areas were great - just not very inviting. The benches aren’t very comfortable. if I wanted somewhere to hang out and socialise, I went to coffee shops near by for that feel.
Another thing I feel is missing is a changing area - if showers and toilets are busy, it’s difficult to find a space to get changed, unless you want to clamber about in your pod.
But overall I loved the pods, great value for money, great location and I recommend!