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HI Boston - Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel near Boston Opera House in Boston

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Reception
Reception
Shared kitchen facilities
Exterior
Lounge

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
19 Stuart Street, Boston, MA, 02116
  • Boston Common
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • TD Garden
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Boston, MA (BOS-Logan Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 6-Bed Dormitory

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 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
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 4-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in All-Gender 4-Bed Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 6-Bed Dormitory

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Private Queen Room Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Private Queen Room Ensuite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in All-Gender 6-Bed Dorm

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Men's 8-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Women's 8-Bed Dormitory

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Boston

Bay Village stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Bay Village hostel, you'll find Boston Opera House and Boston Public Garden. Also, Boston Common is within half a mile (1 km) and Quincy Market is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Boston Common - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Copley Square - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Quincy Market - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Faneuil Hall Marketplace - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • TD Garden - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Chinatown Station - 2 min walk
  • South Station - 10 min walk
  • Logan International Airport (BOS) - 17 min drive

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

Hostel near Boston Opera House in Boston
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Business amenities include meeting rooms and coworking spaces. A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at HI Boston - Hostel.

This Boston hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 99 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1885
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
HI Boston - Hostel offers 99 accommodations with air conditioning. This Boston hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 24 per night); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Offsite parking fee: USD 24 per night (0.1 mi away; open 24 hours)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates)
Tax ID - C0014510351
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates). The tax ID number is C0014510351. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and Apple Pay. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at HI Boston - Hostel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is 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

How close is HI Boston - Hostel to the airport?

HI Boston - Hostel is 5 mi (15-min drive) away from the Boston, MA (BNH-Boston Harbor Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at HI Boston - Hostel?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HI Boston - Hostel on Jul 2, 2025 start from $172.8, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does HI Boston - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at HI Boston - Hostel.

How close is HI Boston - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is a short 13-minute walk from Carson Beach and 8.9 mi (23-min drive) from Revere Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does HI Boston - Hostel offer free breakfast?

HI Boston - Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at HI Boston - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Encore Boston Harbor (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at HI Boston - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM.

Is there free parking at HI Boston - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does HI Boston - Hostel have a pool?

HI Boston - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does HI Boston - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is HI Boston - Hostel to downtown Boston?

HI Boston - Hostel is 0.6 mi away from Boston.

HI Boston - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 595 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
bathrooms smelled like porta pottys, roommates were loud, no enforced quiet times, staff were cordial but not nice
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Han Nah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent hostel. Staff are very friendly and helpful. location very central and easy to get to from the train station. Bunk beds in the dorms are solid, meaning that the person on the bottom bunk doesn't get thrown around when the person on the top bunk moves. They also have curtains, lights and charging docks. Bathrooms are shared but they are a single room each with toilet and shower so you get the space to yourself. They will give you a towel and bed sheets. Free breakfast is decent. Items I saw everyday are: apples, bagels, bread, margarine, peanut butter, cream cheese, jelly, reconstituted fruit juice, cereals, rolled oats, plain yoghurt, flavoured yoghurt, coffee, herbal tea, milk. Items I saw at some point include oranges, toaster waffles, toaster pancakes, crepes in a packet, croissants, ham, cheese, syrup, honey, doughnut pieces. If you want more, you can always buy some extras like eggs/bacon/fruit and make something more substantial in the kitchen. The staff do dishes for you which means there isn't chaos cleaning up. The kitchen is great and there is fridge and cupboard space to store food. I didn't do them but they seem to make a lot of effort to organise activities. Over all it's hard to fault this place. Bring a lock for your locker and some slides to wear in the shower. Bring laundry powder or you can buy some at reception. The laundry situation is a bit confusing, you need an app.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Weiqi, Suwanee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. The room is too warm, everything else is great for the location and price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaesung, Albany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite nice hostel compared to other hostels I experienced before. It was clean. Breakfast was included in the price. One shortcoming is that, on Saturday night (midnight as well), there were clubs close to the hostel, and it was very noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Zitong

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Puchun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Davide

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hair dryers were not working and they are not present in all bathrooms even big ones. The rooms are dirty, uncomfortable, and it’s way overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stuff. Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Feels so good to be back in the city. This place is a dream. Safe. Just perfect. 58 yo woman here by self :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natcha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Farah

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Juan Pablo

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed a night there and it was so cold
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hostel, so impressed! Thank you so much
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

DERRICK, Nashville

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nisarat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

RaeAne, Jeffersonville

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is good for the crowd it serves. We were probably too old to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akena, Arlington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, breakfast and luggage storage.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025