Bon Paul & Sharky's Youth Hostel

1.0 star property
Hostel near Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville in Asheville

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Exterior
Cabin | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior detail
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
816 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC, 28806
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Orange Peel
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room Single Use

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Cabin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Co-ed (Mixed) Shared Dormitory - Bottom Bunk Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Co-ed (Mixed) Shared Dormitory - Top Bunk Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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About the neighborhood

Asheville

West Asheville stay.Your stay at this West Asheville hostel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Center for Spiritual Living and Asheville Treetops Adventure Park. New Belgium Brewing Company and WNC Farmers Market are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • The Orange Peel - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Asheville Outlets - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Biltmore Estate - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Biltmore Winery - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cookout - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Taco Boy - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Bon Paul & Sharky's Youth Hostel

Hostel near Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville in Asheville
WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Asheville hostel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel offers 8 accommodations. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Bathrooms include bathtubs. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 40 mi (65 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 40 mi (65 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel Asheville
Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel to the airport?

Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel is 12.1 mi (19-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bon Paul & Sharky's Youth Hostel?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bon Paul & Sharky's Youth Hostel on Jun 25, 2025 start from $108.68, 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 Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel.

Does Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel offer free breakfast?

Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel have a pool?

Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel to downtown Asheville?

Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel is 2.7 mi away from Asheville.

Bon Paul & Sharky's Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tierra

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome hostel! clean and nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly and Affordable Hostel

Excellent and low cost hostel for travelers in the Asheville area. Friendly and professional staff. The hostel provide access to comfortable beds, clean bathrooms, and a shared kitchen. Location is not far from downtown and course to hiking trails.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dermot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel. Nice vibes. Respectful people. Quiet at night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024