Located in Austin's oldest standing fire station, this unique hostel offers conveniences such as free WiFi. The Texas Capitol Building is 0.5 miles away. The simply furnished dormitories at Firehouse Hostel provide air conditioning. The shared bathroom includes private shower stalls. Accessible through a hidden bookshelf in the lobby, the Firehouse Lounge offers handcrafted cocktails and live music. Reception is available 24-hours for your convenience. Zilker Park, which features Barton Springs Pool, is 10 minutes' drive from the Firehouse Hostel. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is 7.5 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Austin, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
3 single beds
and
1 double bed
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Value for money
8.2
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rachel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, convenient and clean, had everything I required from my stay.
  • Jessie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was clean nice people made some forever friends !
  • Laura_spicy
    Italy Italy
    The bar! Not crowded and quite. Nice stuff and people in general I loved it!

Property surroundings

Facilities of Firehouse Hostel

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules
Firehouse Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 05:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are kindly asked to contact the property when making a reservation for 7 or more people.

Lockers in dorm rooms are available to use for free but guests must bring their own lock.

Towels and linens are provided. The property does not allow outside bedding.

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.

Please inform Firehouse Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

FAQs about Firehouse Hostel

  • The nearest beach is just 850 yards from Firehouse Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Firehouse Hostel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Firehouse Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Happy hour

  • The prices at Firehouse Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Firehouse Hostel is 250 yards from the centre of Austin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.