Reviews of HI Martha's Vineyard Hostel 2 stars
525 Edgartown-West Tisbury Road, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568, United States
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Reviewed: 2 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 2 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 1 September 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 28 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewCosy, comfortable atmosphere, friendly staff, clean
Would have been good to be in closer proximity to a shop for basic supplies
Hello Helen, Thanks so much for your feedback! It’s great to hear you felt comfortable and enjoyed the atmosphere. We appreciate your thoughts on the proximity to shops. We hope you found the bus stop at our property to be a convenient way to get around the island!
Hello Helen, Thanks so much for your feedback! It’s great to hear you felt comfortable and enjoyed the atmosphere. We appreciate your thoughts on the proximity to shops. We hope you found the bus stop at our property to be a convenient way… Show more
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewGreat location next to the state forest & hiking/bike trails. Rural area, but bus stop right in front to go anywhere.
No breakfast provided. Should have made that clear when booking.
Thanks for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the location near the state forest and trails, and that the bus stop was convenient. We appreciate your note about breakfast—our listing highlights amenities, and we’re always happy to answer any questions guests have before booking. We hope to see you here again!
Thanks for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the location near the state forest and trails, and that the bus stop was convenient. We appreciate your note about breakfast—our listing highlights amenities, and we’re always happy to answer… Show more
Reviewed: 27 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewThe location right off the bike trail was excellent! There was also ample protected room for the bikes. Having the bus stop right out front was perfect, too. The outdoor shower was a pleasure, too.
Our room needed the sheets changed when we got there. Otherwise it was fine.
Thanks so much for your thoughtful review! It’s great to know the location and amenities worked well for you. We appreciate you pointing out the miscoordination with the room and have taken note of it. Hope to see you again and we wish you happy and safe travels!
Thanks so much for your thoughtful review! It’s great to know the location and amenities worked well for you. We appreciate you pointing out the miscoordination with the room and have taken note of it. Hope to see you again and we wish you … Show more
Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewExtremely great value. Check in tour was good.
Hello Julia, Thank you for your review. We are very glad you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you again!
Reviewed: 25 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewLiked everything except for the obfuscation when I asked for a refund for the days that I wasn't going to stay. I was referred to bookings.com by the person I spoke to at the hostel the subsequently wrote me a follow-up email the day after my reserved days were complete, explaining that the hostile was the refusing party and granted me a refund. So disappointing when it would have been so easy to fill my space.
Reviewed: 24 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 23 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe value and location and condition
The rules were not well explained apparently to other guests who were rather inconsiderate about lights out and appropriate conduct in a hostel
We're really pleased you enjoyed the value, location, and condition of the hostel. We do make sure to communicate our house rules clearly to all guests, though we understand that not everyone always observes them as they should. We appreciate your patience and hope to host you again in the future!
We're really pleased you enjoyed the value, location, and condition of the hostel. We do make sure to communicate our house rules clearly to all guests, though we understand that not everyone always observes them as they should. We apprecia… Show more
Reviewed: 16 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 14 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewNice outdoor shower, bus stop right in front, great atmosphere, large front yard with activities and a hammock to lie in. Well-equipped kitchen. This was my second stay and I intend to stay there more often.
Thank you so much for coming back and for your kind words! It’s great to know you enjoyed the outdoor facilities and the atmosphere. We look forward to making your future stays just as enjoyable!
Reviewed: 13 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewStaff very courteous.
Upper bunk was almost too much for me.
We’re happy to hear you found our staff courteous — thank you! And we hear you on the upper bunk — they’re not for everyone. If you visit us again, let us know in advance and we’ll do our best to reserve a lower one for your comfort. Thanks again!
We’re happy to hear you found our staff courteous — thank you! And we hear you on the upper bunk — they’re not for everyone. If you visit us again, let us know in advance and we’ll do our best to reserve a lower one for your comfort. Thanks… Show more
Reviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewI liked that it is in front of a bus stop, there is a lot of space, and you get to meet different people from all over the country.
The bathrooms have an antiquated look and its rusts on the floors . If you’re thinking about taking a mid nap forget about it housekeeping comes in throughout the day.
We’re glad you enjoyed the convenience and the community feel — thanks for highlighting that! Sorry to hear that some aspects weren't ideal for you. We're taking your thoughts into consideration and really appreciate your honest feedback.
Reviewed: 6 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewI loved the location and my room. The Hostel is on the harbor near the ferries; I loved hearing the horns of the ferries as they arrived and left. It was a 10 minute walk to main street, where there are lots of wonderful breakfast and dinner options. My room, a private room on the 3rd Floor, had a window that looked out at the harbor. It was very sweet.
No complaints.
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the views, the convenience of our location, and your private room. It’s wonderful to hear that you found the experience so sweet and memorable. We appreciate the 9/10 rating and hope to welcome you back again soon for another stay!
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the views, the convenience of our location, and your private room. It’s wonderful to hear that you found the experience so sweet and memorable. We appreciate the 9/10 rating an… Show more
Reviewed: 5 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewPeople are friendly
Description said breakfast was included but it was not
Thanks for your feedback! We're glad you found the people here friendly — that means a lot to us. We're sorry for the confusion about breakfast. We'll double-check our listing to make sure the info is clear and accurate. We appreciate you bringing it to our attention!
Thanks for your feedback! We're glad you found the people here friendly — that means a lot to us. We're sorry for the confusion about breakfast. We'll double-check our listing to make sure the info is clear and accurate. We appreciate you b… Show more
Reviewed: 4 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewThe staff was very friendly and hospitable. The facilities was great. Everything was clean and neat. No problems.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad to hear you enjoyed the facilities and felt well taken care of by our team. Hope to welcome you again soon!