About this property
Located in the heart of Boston, this hostel is within 5 minutes’ walk to Boston Common and public transportation. All rooms include free Wi-Fi. Guests have access to a shared kitchen. Dormitory-style rooms at HI Boston hostel have individual lockers. Guests can choose between women’s, men’s, or all-gender accommodations. Private rooms boast private bathrooms. Guests of HI Boston hostel can meet new friends over a game of billiards in the game room or relax in the TV room. Grab and go snacks, drinks, and sundries are available for purchase on-site. Bike storage is available. Plenty of shopping and dining are within 5 minutes’ walk of HI Boston. Guests can enjoy organized activities that take them to tourist attractions and local hot spots. HI Boston can only honor online bookings of 9 guests maximum. If you have 10 or more guests in your booking, please contact the hostel as different policies apply.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
- Elevator
Sustainability
LEED
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Emily
United States“All the staff were so kind and helpful! The private room was good size and a great shower with hot water. We loved the daily activities and did several. Location was fantastic!! We played pool. It’s great to use the kitchen. They have milk in...” - Nafisa United States“Very nice location. Very clean and has all things which I needed such as towels toiletries lockers. Leaning was very clean and nice. Beds are nice and comfortable. I was in the room with seven other women. I forgot to use earplugs so I did hear a...”
- Liliana
Canada“The location was great. I believe it's one of the only hostels in Boston, so great if you don't want to spend lots of money in accommodations. The lockers in the room are spacious, the beds are comfy, they provide towels and I loved that they have...” - Isabella United States“Location was great, easy access to food/coffee/public transport/attractions like Boston Commons, Newbury St, Beacon Hill. Staff was always nice and attentive. Take your stay at face value - you're staying in a hostel.”
- Kevin United States“Centrally located easy walk from South Station - about 25 minute walk from the Silver Line World Trade Center station.”
- Helan
China“location and facilities great,stuff are very nice too” - Abaka-cann United States“i enjoyed the cleanliness. It is very good value for money. I made new friends”
- Sherry United States“Everything was great. Secure, safe, clean. Lots of options for essential or food item purchases. There's also hosted events how fun. Loved this hostel”
- Aakash United States“It was located in a great neighborhood. The beds provided were clean.Common areas were clean and arranged well. Places to hangout within the hostel were great, and the staff was really nice….”
- Dabon
South Korea“They assigned me a bed with a broken power outlet, and even after I complained, they refused to change it.”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 4 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Hosteling International is a member based organization.
Guests under the age of 18 must check in with a parent or official guardian.
All guests must reside more than 30 miles away from Boston city limits.
Each guest can stay a maximum of 14 days per year at this hostel.
Alcohol is not permitted in the hostel.
Hostel can only honor online bookings of 9 guests maximum. If you have 10 or more guests in your booking, please contact the hostel as different policies apply.
This hostel has accessible features and designated rooms; please contact the hostel directly to ensure availability.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
