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ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments

2.0 star property
Travelers find peaceful moments by the riverside fireplace or soak in views from the garden at this unique floating accommodation in Novi Beograd

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The ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments offers a tranquil riverside retreat with a cozy lobby fireplace. Guests can book massages or relax on the terrace. Free self-parking and laundry facilities add convenience, while attentive staff ensure a comfortable stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is €47
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

Room options

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room, Multiple Beds, Balcony, River View (Danube Spirit)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Quadruple Room

Family Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, River View (Queen Studio)

Standard Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, River View (Queen Studio)

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, River View (King Studio )

Standard Studio Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony, River View (King Studio )

  • River view
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Balcony, River View

Standard Apartment, Multiple Beds, Balcony, River View

  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Basic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ground Floor

Basic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Single Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory (1 Single Bed)

Basic Shared Dormitory (1 Single Bed)

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Single Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Novi Beograd, a neighbourhood in Belgrade, is home to ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments. Manak's House (Manakova kuca) and Residence of Princess Ljubica are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Danube River and Park of Friendship (Park Prijateljstva). Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kombank Arena or Aleksandar Nikolic Hall. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain biking and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Belgrade. Visit our Belgrade travel guide
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Obala Kralja Aleksandra b.b, Splav Arkabarka, Belgrade, 11070

What's nearby

  • Knez Mihailova Street
    Knez Mihailova Street
    7 min drive - 2.6 km
  • UŠĆE Shopping Center
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kombank Arena
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sava Center
    6 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Belgrade Waterfront
    6 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Belgrade Centre Railway Station
    13 min drive
  • Belgrade (BEG-Nikola Tesla)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    13 min walk
  • McDonald's
    13 min walk
  • Pomodoro Nuovo
    10 min walk
  • Coffeedream
    10 min walk
  • Coffee Room
    13 min walk

About this property

ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments

Hostel near Knez Mihailova Street
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), 1 meeting room and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments have perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets stay for free
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.37 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.68 per night for guests aged 7-15 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 7 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 20.00 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments?

As of 30 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments on 4 May 2026 start from €47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 20.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments located?

Located in Novi Beograd, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Danube River, Park of Friendship (Park Prijateljstva) and UŠĆE Shopping Center. Museum of Contemporary Art and Kombank Arena are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

ArkaBarka Floating Hostel and Apartments Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 69 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. The staff and environment make the place an excellent spot to stay at. Accommodations are simple but more than adequate. Really enjoyed the common room for reading and drinks with a nice view of the Danube. The staff here were very friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Very chilled vibe. Good breakfast selection each morning, food was freshly prepared. Good value for money. Comfortable bed and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marcin

Welcome to ArkaBarka.

I stayed at ArkaBarka for 6 nights. The people were really friendly, and the breakfast was surprisingly good — a nice way to start the day. However, the rooms were quite small, which made things feel a bit cramped. Overall, it’s a decent place with a social vibe, but be aware of the limited space.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Philipp

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Unique place with nice views on the river. However our room was pretty run down, the bathroom smelled very badly and the whole room was unclean. Also even with A/C it was very humid in the room, so much that even the bed was damp. Employees were very friendly and helpful. And it was nice to get a free breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clarissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This you need to exprerience, very cool Alice in the wonderland-feel place! Super cute cat took care of us.
Room balcony at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing ! Alex is the guvna
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A dreamed hostel in Danubio river

A wonderful hostal on the river. This is the first time I stayed in a place like this. The staff is great and very kind, ready to help in case you need it. Rooms are nice decorated with surrealist painting. I had a perfect morning with sun, river, birds by my window. The restaurant is perfect and they a very good free breakfast if you spend the night here. Amazing hostel, I loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Jongo

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Full of bugs. I can't pass the night and ran away from the bugs.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property offers a truly unique experience, as it is built on the river, creating a peaceful and memorable atmosphere. The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, making every effort to ensure a pleasant stay. If your room faces the water, waking up early to watch the sunrise from bed is an unforgettable highlight. As it is located on the river, mosquitoes can be expected. While there is a mosquito net, I would suggest to apply repellent before sleeping. Few mosquitos may still find its way in. We bought a protection sprays before our arrival and it was effective. Breakfast is satisfying, simple French toast, fresh tomato and cucumber, ajvar (a delicious traditional sauce from the region), as well as jam, eggs, olives, and fresh bread.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Søren

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Smell of river in the room

We had two rooms. The one on the lower deck was very humid, Air con hardly working, door lock not working properly, morning buffet with cheese and ham standing in 30 degrees C for hours but worst thing was the smell of the river in the room. There was an Air freshener in the room that was frequently used to cover up for the smell. Low price, low standard - never coming back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Musa Caner

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
İnanlımaz güler yüzlü bir personel var kahvaltısına bayıldım manzarası çok iyi temiz bir otel
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jérôme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Petit havre de paix au milieu du tumulte de la vil

Situation exceptionnelle de l'hôtel avec vue incroyable sur Belgrade. Très calme pour dormir. Personnel très accueillant. Draps et serviettes propres. Parking très proche. Le petit déjeuner est un vrai plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heike

Liked: Cleanliness
Sehr gerne wieder!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

seyma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Otel sahibi yardımsever ve çözüm odaklı bir beyefendiydi, klimamız bozuktu hemen bir ısıtıcı getirdi. Otel konum itibari ile çok güzel Nehir’e sıfır. Otopark otele 750 metre falan biraz yürümek gerekiyor. Biz gayet memnun kaldık
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murat Bülent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tuna nehri üzerinde konakladık

Çok güzel bir deneyim oldu
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murat Bülent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Çok memnun kaldık.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Muy servicial atentos a las necesidades y preferenciss del cliente.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schön gelegen. Zimmer waren sauber und schön eingerichtet. Alles super freundlich. War einfach alles klasse
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Amenities
Ottima struttura considerando che è un ostello! Il cambio biancheria non avviene automaticamente ma in qualunque momento puoi chiedere asciugamani puliti; non c’è pulizia e rifacimento dei letti giornalieri, ci hanno spiegato che lo stesso avviene solo tra un ospite e l’altro! Quindi nel nostro soggiorno settimanale non è mai stato rifatto il letto e gli asciugamani sono stati cambiati solo su richiesta Il clima dell’ ostello è comunque molto familiare e ci si sente a casa. La fermata dell’autobus (che ti porta in città vecchia) è molto vicina, basta attraversare il bellissimo parco che costeggia il Danubio Unica nota dolente è la colazione:caffè americano (espresso e cappuccino a pagamento), solo pane bianco o fritto con uovo, uova sode; fette di formaggio; würstel; cereali e latte; mele; maionese e ketchup; insalata di pomodori e cetrioli; salse varie tra cui nutella (?) e confettura di albicocche! Dopo qualche giorno ci siamo comunque abituati 😅 Siamo comunque stati davvero molto bene e nella camera era presente un bollitore con caffè e tisane che abbiamo assaporato sulla terrazza vista Danubio! 💙💙💙
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service
Decepcionante. Anuncio engañoso en dónde se indica que dispone de parking, pero en realidad está a 700 metros y es en la calle (bajo la amenaza de sufrir desperfectos si no tiene matrícula serbia). Igualmente, error al asignar la habitación, lo cual fue comunicado horas después de instarlarnos.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ida

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like the position of the hostel directly on the river, the view toward Kalemegdan and the green view toward the big war island, the breakfast, the staff, the hostel architecture, everything was nice, the apartment on the ground floor in glass and the lock. I would like to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spyridon

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, kind and helpful stuff!! Whatever you want the guys are there for you!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sjov oplevelse at bo på en husbåd!

Dette var en anderledes oplevelse! På den positive måde! Utrolig sjovt at bo på en husbåd 😅 Hostellet havde en fin beliggenhed til byen hvis man ikke er bange for at gå lidt ekstra, det var rent og sen indtjekning på kode til døren fungerede perfekt! Vi ankom sent om aftenen hvor receptionen var lukket, men det gik rigtig fint at tjekke ind selv. Med service havde vi delte oplevelser. Før ankomst var vi i kontakt med hostellet ang. bestilling af taxa, og de var hjælpsomme og satte os i kontakt med en taxachauffør, som endte med at hente os. Da vi skulle hjem igen var det også sent om natten, og da vi ønskede hjælp til at bestille en taxa igen, blev vi mødt af en ligeglad medarbejder som sagde at “det måtte vi bestille selv.” Så ja, lidt forskellige oplevelser, men alt i alt et cool sted, hvor jeg gerne havde boet igen!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not worth the money …cramped rooms, washroom filthy, NO sanitizer
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were landing in Belgrade at 5am so I made the reservation the night before so we can check in when we arrived at our hotel around 6am and sleep until checkout at 11am. I messaged the hotel that night to let them know we’d be arriving at the hotel around 6am to sleep only a few hours after a night flight. We get to the hotel at 6:30am but reception didn’t open until 8am. We were so tired and sleep deprived we walked over next door and their reception was open and they had rooms Available so we ended up staying there a few hours instead. I paid ArkaBarka $65 for nothing and then still paid $55 next door to sleep only 3 hours if that! Ugh
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021