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Reviews of HI Boston Hostel 3 stars

19 Stuart Street, Theatre District, Boston, MA 02116, United States

#49 of 93 hotels in Boston

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 3198 hostel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    7.0
    In general good!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Men's 8 - Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 3 nights

    staff, the breakfast could be better

    Location, price, comfort

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The window was not properly insulated so the room was kind of cold and you could feel a draft. An extra blanket was provided when requested, so it was not a significant issue yet somewhat upsetting initially.

    The staff was really helpful and kind. The room was tidy and big enough for four people.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    8.0
    Cheap, modern and comfy stay in Downtown Boston.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The rooms were cold at night. I had to sleep with three blankets on! The modern flooring and doors makes the place very noisy - it is hard to respect other guests late at night. Also, the storage cubbies are poorly lit, so it is super difficult to organise your things.

    Super central, spacious facilities, well-equipped. I liked the modern look and feel of the place and there was certainly plenty of places to relax and socialise. This hostel is super affordable and their wifi was super quick. The included breakfast starts the day well. Fruit would be nice, though.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    8.0
    you get what you paid, great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Men's 8 - Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night

    are shared bedroom so could get noisy but it depends on the people you stay with

    Great location

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Private Queen Room Ensuite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location right in Chinatown was fantastic. Staff were friendly and helpful when we had an issue with our TV.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    9.0
    Affordable way to stay in the city with nice kitchen and community areas
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It’s your normal hostel room setup. No complaints

    Location, decor, facilities

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    9.0
    Great Hostel In the Heart of Boston
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a cold night and the room was slightly chilly. No extra blankets were found.

    Great location, friendly staff, clean bathrooms, and space to work if you need to. Walkable distance to historic parts of the city. Definitely will stay again.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 February 2024

    9.0
    very enjoyable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would say all is very good - if it has to be picky, maybe the bed is a bit soft for me.

    the location, always clean, super nice staff, free breakfast and very organized free activities.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    7.0
    Central location and nice facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Men's 8 - Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great central location, and fine breakfast.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 February 2024

    7.0
    Great stay due to the staff, price, and location! With one major caviat that needs instant attention!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room temperature; I was on the top bunk in one room and the heaters were blasting make it awful to be in the room and could not sleepy. The room temp was 82 F for the first night of my stay. The thermostat did not work for my room. The bottom bunks were tolerable but the top bunks weee miserable. However, I was able to switch rooms the a lower bunk the same night which completely turned around my stay. Heavy doors- so everyone was slamming doors making it hard to sleep. Not very sound proof- you could hear everything.

    Location, staff, things to do, accommodations, activities, comfy bed, amenities, facility, and the price! The staff is was really made my trip and made me stay though my reservation, and not cancel!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    8.0
    Very pleasant comfortable stay and was able to leave refreshed for my onward journey
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very friendly staff and gave me all the information to orient me to the place

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

    8.0
    Convenient and comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Private Queen Room Ensuite
    • Stayed 6 nights

    I know I already wrote this once, perhaps directly to the hostel (?). As an older, retired-type guest, I wished there were other people in my age group. Every other guest was young and the atmosphere did not encourage interaction even among them; the dining room was quiet with solitary individuals and couples. I'm sure there are some older folks who would like to stay in a clean, comfortable, not super-expensive accommodation. The hostel knows and so do I that a person of any age can stay here but I think the hostel would need to do some advertising and perhaps outreach to broaden the guest base this way.

    Had a very nice single room with its own bathroom. All very clean and well supplied with towels and other amenities. I felt the price was a little high for a hostel...almost as much as an (affordable) hotel... altho, as stated, it was nicer than a typical hostel. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Men's 8 - Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    room air

    price and location, equipments and kind staffs

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a bit cold in the bed, the blankets are a bit too thin for a cold winter in Boston

    People at the reception were very helpful and friendly. There is a big social room where you can store food, you can use mugs, plates and pans. Coffee is free, but Tea costs extra Bathrooms are on the aisle but there are plenty and really clean

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 February 2024

    9.0
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Private Queen Room Ensuite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location, staff

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    7.0
    Good option for solo travelers
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The heavy doors!!!! (I squashed my finger), the uncomfortable beds, the poor breakfast offer; the staff wasn’t very helpful and available (kinda weird manners I would say, didn’t explain things clearly and didn’t help).

    The location, the cleanliness of bathrooms, the fact that the breakfast is included, the price, the possibility to store the luggage before C/I and after C/O.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2024

    8.0
    Best hostel I've tried so far !
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Women's 4-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The dormitory is a bit small but totally OK for a hostel.

    There is everything you need and more ! The staff was really friendly, the room and bathroom were clean. You have one big locker by bed which is perfect. The common areas are really cosy, ideal to spend time with new friends and play some boards games. Breakfast is included and good. Everything is well organized. Big bonus for all the activities offered by the hostel : city and pub tours, movie nights, gathering ... You'll may come alone but will not stay alone if it is what you are looking for :)

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    7.0
    Not for me
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in All Gender 4-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This was my first time in a hostel, and I do not recommend the experience at all, It is really difficult to sleep and to enjoy the place.

    The staff was awesome, everything was clean and the location was perfect.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    9.0
    Nice and new devices, lots of activities for newcomers.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Can’t find the stairs to up or down.

    Single washroom.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Could be cleaner. There was a foul smell in the room. Bed creaked.

    Very decent breakfast included. Excellent location. Free coffee and social activities made for a good extra.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Common area is full of people all the time, especially breakfast time which feels like a big noise restaurant.

    Location is good. Close to the train station and China town.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast could be better.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 January 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was very warm in the room.

    Location.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2024

    7.0
    It’s good just for one night. I only needed for sleep and then take and airplane at the next day, but I even took a show
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dirty bathrooms!

    Comfy beds

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    8.0
    The hostel is a nice, affordable place to stay in Chinatown
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pillows are thin. It’s tough to regulate the temperature of the rooms.

    Great price, nice common area, decent free breakfast.

    Stayed in January 2024

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