Located bordering Chinatown and the theater district, HI Boston Hostel provides modern hostel accommodation with free Wi-Fi throughout. Accommodation comprises mixed and single sex dormitories with bunk beds, lockers and shared bathroom facilities, plus private rooms with en suite bathrooms. Linens and towels are provided. There’s a packed timetable of events and activities; some are free. It includes yoga, workshops, walking tours and nights out. Amenities include a communal kitchen, luggage storage, 24-hour reception, self-service laundry, elevators and free hot drinks. The guest lounge features billiards and TV plus video games. Parking is possible nearby. HI Boston Hostel provides a free breakfast and there’s also a coffee shop plus vending machines. Many shops and dining options are nearby. Set in the heart of the city, the hostel is about five minutes’ walk from Boston Common and public transport connections. Boston Logan International Airport is about four miles away.
Guests loved being within walking distance of stops on three T lines for easy access to the heart of downtown and wider exploration of the city. Boston Common was a five-minute walk away and reviewers also liked the wide choice of nearby dining options including Chinatown.
Most reviewers paid tribute to the personnel, describing them as friendly and helpful with good local knowledge. However, a few reviewers thought complaint handling could have been better. Many guests appreciated being offered a timetable of activities and events as an inexpensive way to see the city and a good way of meeting others. The hostel was particularly popular with a younger crowd, often international travelers on a budget.
Guests often found the rates to be competitive for Boston, although some said prices were on the high side for hostel accommodation. Nonetheless, many reviewers thought they got decent value for money because facilities and cleanliness were reportedly good. The shared kitchen was reportedly well-equipped and there were plenty of showers at this modern hostel. Guests also liked the free breakfast, even if it could get a little busy.
If you're a taller person, as some reviewers were, you might find some of the beds a bit shorter than you're used to.
Occasionally, reviewers reported difficulties connecting to the free Wi-Fi network in some rooms.
Some critics observed that it could get noisy in the dorms when other guests were coming and going. This wasn't helped by claims of occasionally squeaky beds. Moreover, some light sleepers reported being able to hear street noise from certain rooms.
No, HI Boston Hostel doesn’t offer pool areas.
No, HI Boston Hostel doesn’t allow pets.
Yes, HI Boston Hostel provides Parking for guests.
Check-in at HI Boston Hostel is available from: . Check-out time is by .
HI Boston Hostel is located in 19 Stuart Street, 2116, Boston, USA.