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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

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

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
$104 nightly
The total price is $121
Jan 12 - Jan 13
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
  • 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
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • 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
  • 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
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 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
  • 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
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
19 Stuart Street, Boston, MA, 02116

What's nearby

  • Boch Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tufts Medical Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Boston Public Garden - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Boston Opera House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Boston Common - 8 min walk - 0.7 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

HI Boston - Hostel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Boston Common and Newbury Street. Also, Copley Square and Faneuil Hall Marketplace are within a 15-minute walk. 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 Faneuil Hall Marketplace (15-min walk).

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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Reviews

HI Boston - Hostel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

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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Popular mentions

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

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The hostel was a good experience overall. It was very clean in the rooms and in the kitchen area. I would recommend Hostel Boston to anybody looking for a clean simple stay. The staff made a great effort to clean the bathrooms and maintain the hostel. The kitchen area was handy in the sense that one can make a meal or sit down to eat. Definitely looking to go back for longer stay when I return to Boston again.
Col, 14-night trip

8/10 Very good

We’re in our 40’s… so we got a private room with its own bathroom. It was much more affordable than anything else in the area. The room was SMALL but just what we needed for two nights where we’d mostly be out of the room exploring the area. It was clean, safe, and felt friendly.
Clean bathroom
Entrance
Jessica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the cleanest and nicest hostels I’ve ever stayed at
Nick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location Staff helpful and nice Overall place nice and clean
bayleah, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very clean and I felt safe as a solo female traveler
Debra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hostel. Clean, friendly, safe. Great location. The staff are very helpful.
Mary, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location was great. And good stay for a hostel
Tiffany, 4-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

10/10 Exceptional

lovely stay !!

friendly staff, clean accommodations, and respectful dorm mates. plenty of bathrooms and accessible water filling stations. key card worked every time without issues. surrounding area feels safe and there is plenty of food nearby.
Julia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I've stayed here numerous times over the years and it never disappoints. The common areas are so comfortable and spacious, while the beds offer plenty of privacy and the thick walls & doors shut out noise - I have never had a bad night of sleep here. Many thanks to the reception staff on the morning of my arrival and later at check-in - I really benefited from that extra half hour ! Look forward to my next stay.
Wentian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stayed here for a few nights and had a great experience overall. The common area was lively and welcoming, and the bathrooms were very clean. Staff were super helpful—I accidentally badged out once and they quickly gave me a spare key card with no fuss. My room was a bit noisy since it faced the street, but that’s to be expected given the location. Would stay again.
Jackson, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good vibe.. helpful staff, diverse group of people enjoying LIFE!!
Thereasa, 1-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

Very nice staff, Great location
Ulrike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My first time staying in a hostel in US was fantastic. The staff was welcoming, friendly and helpful. There are some activities planned everyday. Managed to join the yoga glass at Boston Common. Love it so much! Hope to come back again!
Mei Qi, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Clean bed
Delgermaa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I enjoyed the attractive huge lobby. The location as well. Employees not very welcoming.
Alfred, 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

Amazing stay, good location and great staff
Fiorella, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was the perfect place to rest my head after a day at the convention and the location was fantastic! Lots of great shops and food nearby.
Kylie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was pretty darn sweet. Shared bedroom space was lovely. Would’ve been nice for the facility to have locks or some kind of locking mechanism for luggage storage. If that’s important I would recommend bringing your own small lock. The bathrooms were nice, private with plenty of hot water and extra towels. Common areas were comfortable and lots of hidden nooks to get some work done if you need to.
Charlie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Price and location were good
Jeri, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The lobby is very nice and clean
Raheem, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location, interesting activities, nice staff, clean rooms, nice setup ie area for luggage, multiple electricals, bed curtain for privacy. Needs more everything in the kitchen, cups, plates, etc. Needs new and more pots and pans, more toasters, needs some sort of organization in the fridge as is everyone just dumped everything on top of everything else already there, maybe provide stackable bins. The property showed wear and tear since i stayed 2 years ago.
Leslie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Surprisingly good
Aiden, 1-night trip