About this property
Located in the heart of Boston, this hostel is within 5 minutes’ walk to Boston Common and public transportation. All rooms include free Wi-Fi. Guests have access to a shared kitchen. Dormitory-style rooms at HI Boston hostel have individual lockers. Guests can choose between women’s, men’s, or all-gender accommodations. Private rooms boast private bathrooms. Guests of HI Boston hostel can meet new friends over a game of billiards in the game room or relax in the TV room. Grab and go snacks, drinks, and sundries are available for purchase on-site. Bike storage is available. Plenty of shopping and dining are within 5 minutes’ walk of HI Boston. Guests can enjoy organized activities that take them to tourist attractions and local hot spots. HI Boston can only honor online bookings of 9 guests maximum. If you have 10 or more guests in your booking, please contact the hostel as different policies apply.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry
- Lift
Sustainability
- LEED
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Oliwia
Poland
“The staff was extremely helpful and nice. Appreciate it so much .” - Rae
United Kingdom
“The hostel is in a good location and there is plenty space in the common room area for activities or general relaxation. Rooms were clean, facilities good and majority of staff were helpful.” - Sundaresan
India
“The washrooms were clean and they have a spacious reception area. The location of the hotel was perfect. They allowed me to keep my luggage safely after checking out and their front desk staff were very kind” - Nancy
Australia
“This is a fantastic hostel. Staff are welcoming and helpful. The facility is top notch, well maintained, and always clean. It is safe, quiet, and well appointed. I cant say enough positive about my stay.” - Vojtech
Czech Republic
“Big lockers in the rooms, excellent location, 24/7 reception and you can keep luggage in there after checking-out” - Owen
United Kingdom
“Fantastic facilities all round, with an easy check in and great location you couldn’t go wrong.” - Jiaxi
Netherlands
“Very friendly staff and clean towels were provided. There are many things to do in the hostel and it’s truly convenient. I would say that this was my best hostel stay in US.” - Katharina
Austria
“Amazing location, you're in the middle of China town, close to public transportaion and some restaurants for breakfast and lunch/dinner. Nice clean bathrooms.” - João
Portugal
“Location is perfect, and great kitchen where you can share your best cooking recipes. Also generous common areas and bathrooms.” - Chloe
Ireland
“The location was ideal for where I was working and the amenities and events on site was brilliant”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Hostelling International is a member based organization.
Guests under the age of 18 must check in with a parent or official guardian.
All guests must reside more than 30 miles away from Boston city limits.
Each guest can stay a maximum of 14 days per year at this hostel.
Alcohol is not permitted in the hostel.
Hostel can only honor online bookings of 9 guests maximum. If you have 10 or more guests in your booking, please contact the hostel as different policies apply.
This hostel has accessible features and designated rooms; please contact the hostel directly to ensure availability.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.