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HI Boston - Hostel

2.0 star property
City-center hostel within walking distance of Boston Opera House

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In the heart of Boston, HI Boston - Hostel offers a warm welcome with continental breakfast, a cozy library, and laundry facilities. Connect to WiFi in your room or unwind by the fireplace in the lobby.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (4)

  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Offsite parking available
  • Snack bar/deli
$111 nightly
The total price is $129
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dorm

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Air conditioning
Heating
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Air conditioning
Heating
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Air conditioning
Heating
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Air conditioning
Heating
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Air conditioning
Heating
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dormitory

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Air conditioning
Heating
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Private Queen Room Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Queen Room Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
In-room safe
Air conditioning
Heating
Private bathroom
Digital channels
LED TV
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Air conditioning
Heating
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Air conditioning
Heating
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
19 Stuart Street, Boston, MA, 02116

What's nearby

  • Boston Public Garden - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Boston Common - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Quincy Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • TD Garden - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) - 15 min drive
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 17 min drive
  • Beverly, MA (BVY-Beverly Municipal) - 33 min drive
  • Norwood, MA (OWD-Norwood Memorial) - 36 min drive
  • Lawrence, MA (LWM-Lawrence Municipal) - 36 min drive
  • Bedford, MA (BED-Laurence G. Hanscom Field) - 38 min drive
  • South Station - 10 min walk
  • Back Bay Station - 15 min walk
  • North Station - 24 min walk
  • Chinatown Station - 2 min walk
  • Tufts Medical Center Station - 3 min walk
  • Boylston Station - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Sweet Kingdom Dessert - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Moxy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Tam - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tora Ramen - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HI Boston - Hostel

When you stay at HI Boston - Hostel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Boston Common and Newbury Street. Also, Copley Square and Boston Harbor are just a 5-minute drive away. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers. Public transportation is just a short walk: Chinatown Station is 2 minutes and Tufts Medical Center Station is 3 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 99 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Offsite parking within 0.1 mi (USD 24 per night); discounts available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed onsite

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1885
  • ATM/banking
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bicycle parking
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Water dispenser

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Parking is available offsite and costs USD 24 per night (0.1 mi away; open 24 hours)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay.
Cashless transactions are available.
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 30 mi (48 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.
State tax ID - C0014510351
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
The maximum length of stay at this property is 14 days.
Guests 17 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Guests 17 years of age and under cannot be accommodated in shared dormitories.
Property Registration Number C0014510351

Also known as

Hostelling International Boston Hostel
Hostelling International Boston
Hostel HI Boston
HI Boston
HI Boston - Hostel Boston
HI Boston - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
HI Boston - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Boston

Frequently asked questions

Does HI Boston - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, HI Boston - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at HI Boston - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at HI Boston - Hostel?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at HI Boston - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at HI Boston - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Encore Boston Harbor (8-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at HI Boston - Hostel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Boston Opera House (5-min walk) and Boston Public Garden (6-min walk), along with Boston Common (9-min walk) and Quincy Market (0.9 mi).

What's the area around HI Boston - Hostel like?

HI Boston - Hostel is in Bay Village, a short 2-minute walk from Chinatown Station and 9 minutes' walk from Boston Common. Travelers give top marks for the hostel's prime location.

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HI Boston - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Location
Room
Service staff
Bed
Bathroom
Breakfast
Restaurant
Chinatown
Ambience
Air conditioning

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was plentiful, delicious, and a great way to start the day with a variety of options. (25 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Great hostel
Harry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good location and lovely atmosphere
Mohammed, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All around amazing will be staying there anytime I have a trip to Boston! I felt very safe and secure happy I chose that hostel
Brianna, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

Dorm is okay. Bathroom doesn't have soap, towels etc. Location is good. Wash basin was not clean.
Rahul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

First time here, and I was only staying one night, but I was pleasantly surprised. I have very little experience in hostels and honestly didn't know what I was expecting, but it was quite a suitable and enjoyable time (keep in mind, I used it solely for a place to sleep. Other than a phone call in the common area, I didn't utilize any of the amenities at all. But I would absolutely stay here again.
Aaron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hostel property itself was great. The surrounding area of boston that it was in was a bit sketchy at night though.
Jared, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Despite being mid October room was way too hot. Reading other reviews it’s either this or freezing cold. Reception staff confirmed this too. Facilities good and clean, staff excellent. Stayed in 6 bed mixed dorm.
R, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome Vibe!
Margaret, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The uniqueness of the property is that the rooms have special buck beds.
Jonathan, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place was awesome and nice
Armando, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Price and location were good
Jeri, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great common areas in the facility.
Jowenne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I really like how they organize and provide activities for their residents forming new friendships, connections and a small community. I would definitely come back.
Beatriz, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best hostel

The best hostel I've ever stayed in
Delma, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and well equiped.
Varun, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Missed my train and happy to have found this my first time at a hostel. Will stay here again when visiting Boston
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was one of the best hostels! Great location and great gathering & lounging spaces. Convenient to the Orange line T, good restaurants, Boston Commons, and BlueBike depots. My only complaint would be the cleaners banging garbage cans at 5 am.
Lisa, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the place!

I'll definitely be looking for them in any city I travel to in the near future. I loved the place, the staff, and the atmosphere.
Delma, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Not my first and not my last time staying. Meeting people from all walks of life is the benefit.
Stephenn, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very modern and very clean. Highly recommend.
Kimberly, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pretty affordable (for Boston) hostel. Great location near many walkable downtown attractions and the subway. All staff I interacted with were fantastic. A room change request was accommodated. Decent breakfast included.
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, especially when traveling solo.
JodeyneWorkmanWorkman, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hostel
Kevin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hostel
Nelvin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place with great position and great service!!!
Chih-yun, 2-night trip