One of Kazan's most established hostels, this actually in many ways is more of a homestay than a backpackers hostel - as the friendly husband and wife team say themselves 'we offer the comfort and care of a family hotel, with the fun and freedom of a student hostel'. The owner and her family live here in the flat too although the place is large and has big communal kitchen and bathroom areas as well as lockers and of course dorm rooms. The location is especially central and there are also bikes you can borrow.