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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 Boston – Hostelling International have individual lockers. Guests can choose between female, male, or mixed accommodations. Private rooms boast en suite bathrooms.

Even the bunk beds are quite private and have nice racks to store bags and important things within reaching distance. And the toilets there is one of the cleanest I've seen in any hostel

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8.2
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5,532 reviews
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Attractively situated in the Dorchester district of Boston, Boston Homestel is situated less than 1 km from Carson Beach, 2.1 km from M Street Beach and 2.9 km from JFK Presidential Library & Museum. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking is available on site.

At the hostel, rooms include a shared bathroom with a shower.

The staff was unbelievably nice and the property was so comfy. I really enjoyed spending some time on the balcony out back! There was also a supermarket within walking distance, and the kitchen was really clean and well equipped.

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Attractively located in the centre of Boston, Meco Hotel features free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. Popular points of interest nearby include Old North Church, King's Chapel and Burying Ground and Old State House. Custom House is 1.1 km away and Boston Common is 1.3 km from the hostel.

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Boston

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    8.2
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    The hostel staff (especially Tommy) and the activities they do are amazing. If you travel alone you will have the opportunity to meet many new people, and visit the city from the hands of people who have lived in Boston. My experience at the hostel was incredible.
    Ivet
    Solo traveller
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    8.2
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    Good hostel in downtown Boston. Well run, clean and safe. Nice common area. Free luggage storage and within walking of all the main sites.
    Peter
    Solo traveller
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    8.2
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    Awesome staff ! Very large breakfast option! Free tours of the freedom trail and Harvard. Nice events. Probably one of the Best Hostel I ever stayed in !
    Camille
    Solo traveller
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    8.2
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    Great location, perfectly clean, friendly staff. Quite comfortable for a hostel, probably the best for its price.
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    Jared
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    8.2
    Scored 8.2
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    Great location, great infrastructure. One of the best hostels that i've been to. Its pricey but so is Boston overall. They provide free coffee, free breakfast and it has a bunch of stuff nearby (groceries, pharmacy, restaurants). Staff was friendly and they provide a lot of activities during the week. Laundry service worked great, bathrooms were shared but individually separated. Lockers were spacious (just bring a padlock) and the bed was confortable.
    Dan
    Solo traveller
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    The location is perfect, very central. As for a hostel it is very safe and clean and the staff was super friendly. The rooms are spacious and quiet.
    Maria
    Solo traveller
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    8.2
    Scored 8.2
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    This is one of the best hostel I have stayed in. I have already booked room for my next trip to boston.
    Lopamudra
    Solo traveller
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    8.2
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    One of the best hostels I've stayed in, excellent facilities, and great events organised by the team. I can highly recommend the expanded freedom trail free walking tour, lead by Tommy. Great location next to Boston Common. Would definitely stay here again 😊
    Elizabeth
    Solo traveller
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    This is the best hostel I have stayed in in the States. The location is in Chinatown.It’s convenient and safe here. Breakfast is all you can eat. The room is big and well equipped.
    YUCHING
    People with friends
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    8.2
    Scored 8.2
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    Great location, clean and spacious dorms thoughtfully furnished. Lovely helpful staff. Best hostel I’ve stayed in. My dorm mates were friendly, too :)
    Olivia
    Solo traveller

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