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HI Boston - Hostel

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

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Reception
Lounge
Shared kitchen facilities
Exterior
Reception
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
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

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

Feel at home (4)

  • Laundry facilities
  • Lift
  • Off-site parking available
  • Snack bar/deli
The current price is ฿5,180
฿6,032 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul

Room options

View all photos for Standard Male Dorm - 6 Bed Dorm - Male only (Shared bathroom)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Male Dorm - 6 Bed Dorm - Male only (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Female Dorm - 4 Bed Dorm - Female only (Shared bathroom)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Female Dorm - 4 Bed Dorm - Female only (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Male Dorm - 4 Bed Dorm - Male only (Shared bathroom)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Male Dorm - 4 Bed Dorm - Male only (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premium Mixed Dorm - 4 Bed Dorm - Mixed (Shared bathroom)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Premium Mixed Dorm - 4 Bed Dorm - Mixed (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Female Dorm - 6 Bed Dorm - Female only (Shared bathroom)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Female Dorm - 6 Bed Dorm - Female only (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Queen Room W/ Ensuite Bath | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room W/ Ensuite Bath

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Desk chair
In-room safe
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Mixed Dorm - 6 Bed Dorm - Mixed (Shared bathroom)

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Mixed Dorm - 6 Bed Dorm - Mixed (Shared bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

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 - 2.9 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

  • ‪Royale Boston - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Jefe's Taqueria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Teazzi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬2 min walk

About this property

HI Boston - Hostel

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

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 99 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

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

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
DONE

Required at check-in

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

Children

    • No cots (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

    • Off-site parking within 0.1 mi (USD 24 per night); discounts available
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No alcohol allowed on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Whale watching nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Co-working 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 reception
  • Bike parking
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Water dispenser

Accessibility

  • Lift

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer (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 off-site 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 that 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 that you 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 social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site 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. Travellers give top marks for the hostel's prime location.

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HI Boston - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
Service staff
Bed
Breakfast
Restaurant
Bathroom
Chinatown
Ambience
Air conditioning

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was plentiful, delicious, and a great way to start the day with a variety of options. (23 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

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

10/10

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.
3-night trip

10/10

The accommodations was very good. Your Front Desk Staff and support Staff did an exceptional in assisting not only me but I noticed it with all guests staying 5/16-5/20/2025. I will tell friends about it! I alway saw that you have many other locations, that is great!
4-night trip

10/10

Amazing staff and lots of activitie to do for solo traveler. Free breakfast was very good. Comfy bed and privacy curtains were huge plus. Would highly recommend!
1-night trip

10/10

Good stuff. Great place to stay
2-night trip

10/10

They are very friendly and helpfull.
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent service, breakfast and luggage storage.
1-night trip

10/10

I love this hostel
2-night trip

10/10

Great hostel
3-night trip

10/10

Great hostel, so impressed! Thank you so much
4-night trip

6/10

Stayed a night there and it was so cold
1-night trip

10/10

Feels so good to be back in the city. This place is a dream. Safe. Just perfect. 58 yo woman here by self :)
1-night trip

10/10

This is the ONLY hostel that I stay at when I complete my annual Boston visit and this is the ONLY hostel you should stay at, as well. There are many restaurants nearby as well as stores and the subway station is only a block away. Clean building, phenomenal staff, and excellent prices is why this is my top pick every year. Highly recommend.
2-night trip

10/10

The perfect hostel! They have large spaces, every bed has a curtain, the bathroom was clean and the kitchen huge. The best hostel that I found in a whole year traveling around the USA!!
1-night trip

10/10

I like how did the activities for the guests in the hostel. Good ambience.
3-night trip

6/10

bathrooms smelled like porta pottys, roommates were loud, no enforced quiet times, staff were cordial but not nice
5-night trip

8/10

The location is awesome! Right next to Chinatown and the "T" metro. Very clean and professionally run. They have a room of rooms and free breakfast. One downside is the chance of snoring roommates. Bring a sleep headset/earplugs and eye masks to keep light from waking you. The irony is some guests get angry at others, but don't realize they snore too... If not louder! Also, people come and go at all times of day and night. Since the other guests are young adults, showering is apparently optional... Or deodorant is. Room ended up being very warm with 5-6 occupancy, which have the young men a "locker room" aroma. Other than that, I would stay there again.
4-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

Great activities, staff helpful,
4-night trip

10/10

Amazing!
3-night trip

8/10

It is good for the crowd it serves. We were probably too old to stay there.
1-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

This was a great hostel! Super conveniently located with 100s of restaurants all around, and easy access to mass transit. I'm still trying to figure out how to get one of their eco-friendly water saving shower heads in my home!!
4-night trip

10/10

Well, I came to town at South Station, and it didn't take me long to find the place. I just followed a person with a backpack when I found Stuart Street. I remember the area from my time living in Boston and Cambridge. Everything that I needed to do I could do from Hi Boston. The two days I spent with you were fine, and the breakfast was a good way to start the day. Thanks so much.
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent hostel
2-night trip