Everglades International Hostel

Everglades (Florida City)

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Address	20 SW 2nd Avenue, Everglades (Florida City), Florida, USA Map
Price	Dorm Bed: $22 per night, Private $65 for 2 people, Semi Private $55 for 2 people Check Current Prices by Date Here

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Description

Features

Free Breakfast
Kitchen
Lounge / Common space
BBQ
Food/Restaurant
TV
Movie Library/Rental
Book Collection/Exchange
Washing Machine (laundry)
Clothes Dryer
Travel information provided
Bike Rental
24 Hour Free Hot Showers
Phones (public or in room)
Air Conditioning
Swimming Pool
Gameroom

Ratings & Comments

4.8 Average from 18 Ratings

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Comment by Ted Latto, England

July 2009

Amazing, perfect in every way (except the mosquitos)
Where can i start? i stayed here in july 09 and just like the other person before me i wish i could stay longer! they have a sexy new waterfall/lagoon that pumps up fresh water from an underground source and cascades it over you! The staff were very friendly and happy to have you stay with them. The name of the owner is Own, she was lovely! It's got a beautiful garden with lots of hammocks a lounge chairs! I could go on and on about this place! Free internet! Free phone calls within the usa! i promise you will not regret this place, you get so much more for your money than some other hostels offer! I think they have some guided tours but i did not check these out. wish i did. My impression as a whole is that these people are hippies, but in a cool way, and they are not trying to make money from you, just to share this beautiful place. i promise you will love this place! What a find!

Comment by Heather O., USA - Chicago

January 2009

Wish I could have stayed longer
Ok this hostel rocks! I got in late and was still able to grab a bed. I wish I was here longer but was on way back to chicago. The setup is super cool and the people are very nice. My only suggestion would be to somehow transfer this hostel down to the one in Key West. For sure a great place to crash.

Comment by Wendy, USA

April 2007

I have stayed at this hostel a few times in the past five years. My first stay was my first time traveling solo. Therefore it was especially significant to me. I enjoyed the laid back atmosphere and met someone that is now one of my closest friends. Out of the many places I have stayed around the world since, this hostel is thus far the most comfortable and well run. I really enjoyed their Everglades tour on my second visit and have to say that the mexican food across the street is a must have if you like that kind of food. Another thing not to miss is a milkshake at the Robert is Here fruit stand down the road. It is a bit of a drive, but if you have the transportation it is worth it to take a ride to Shark Valley National Park. I walked instead of taking the guided bus tour and the smell in the air held a certain sweetness that just can't be described. There were many baby alligators and turtles as well as different species of flowers when I visited in the spring. Lastly, I don't recommend the alligator farm. I was disappointed with the conditions that they were kept in.

Comment by Gene from New York

March 2007

An absolute delight! Like no other hostel I've been to. Unique in it's decor and atmosphere -- you feel as though you're in another place and time while staying here. A communal hippie style 1960s feel. Worth a stay if you never even left the hostel! A place to discover! The staff was delightful and pleasant. Look forward to another visit in the near future! Clean, secure, and generously stocked with a full pantry of free food! Almost too good to be true!

Comment by Cass

February 2007

I had an absolutely wonderful stay at the Everglades Hostel and would suggest that anybody stays there and does their Everglades day tour which is wonderful. I could wax lyrical about the place for ages but you'll have to go there to believe me, it's very laid-back, friendly, and just a wonderful place to be. Definitely the best hostel I've stayed in in over three weeks in the U.S.

Comment by Anonymous

March 2005

This is a great place to stay. I loved the communal dinner, the lovely yard and the comfortable beds. It was nice and friendly.

Comment by John

March 2005

This was the first hostel I ever stayed at. While I can say I wasn't blown away when I first stayed here, after having crashed at a number of hostels in the past couple of weeks (on a cross-country trip to California) I can safely say that this one is cream of the crop as far as hostels go. The staff were friendly, the price was awesome, and it was as clean as hostels get. If you stay here, use the outside shower; it's tons better than the ones on the inside. Oh, and take advantage of the $3 communal dinner, too. :)

Comment by Birgit

February 2005

A wonderful hostel in a wonderful place. If you want to see the Everglades - stay there.

Comment by Mark

January 2005

This is the best hostel in Florida, hands down!

Comment by M.B.

December 2004

This really is a splendid place to visit! It has a relaxed atmosphere, casual conversation and staff that are incredibly welcoming. The owner remembered me from my first visit, two years prior, and made me feel like I was visiting a friend, not staying in a hotel. And the kitchen rocks!

Comment by Brian

November 2004

I wished I could have stayed here. It has great people and a great atmosphere. The beds are comfortable and when I was here the "cook" put a communal meal together for 3 bucks that was superb. I loved this place and hope I can make it back again someday. This is what a hostel should be.

Comment by Anonymous

September 2004

This hostel was amazing. It has a beautiful outdoor area, with a beautiful outdoor living room. I had the most wonderful time here. Everyone was friendly and it was great. I loved it.

Comment by Liz

July 2004

Lovely hostel, with the most comfortable beds I slept in during my whole two months hostelling in the US. The gardens at this hostel are magical - always something else to discover, and the whole place has a very friendly relaxed air. Being run around by the hostel staff to our destinations was most appreciated.

Comment by Anonymous

May 2004

Great hostel, I just wanted to respond to the environmentally damaging taxi service to the national park. The national park entrance is 10 miles from the hostel. That's 20 miles round trip just to get to the park. After you get to the entrance you have about 15 to 30 miles to ride once inside, so a 50 mile round trip ride is usually out of most people's range. Plus, the 10 mile ride takes you thru the pesticide farm lands which are very toxic, especially when your lungs are working overtime. The roads have no shoulder and traffic can be quite dangerous. The hostel offers the taxi service to the entrance. For those who can bike the round trip and want to cruise the farmlands they can, the hostel just lets you know what you are in for. Once you are in the park it is wonderful -- very little traffic, bike only trails, wildlife and wilderness. I really appreciated the taxi service. It allowed me to enjoy the park(the whole reason for my visit). Hats off to the hostel and their in-tune staff.

Comment by Hazel

May 2004

Fantastically chilled out hostel with helpful and friendly staff. This place is family run with a real homey feel to it, which is helped along by the pets, giant telly and communal style living. There is a gorgeous garden and clean, simple rooms with comfy beds. It is great to access the glades and meet new people. This is a place to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings. I got there just as described in directions (though there is a free pick up from Greyhound if you go the easy/expensive way). Easily the best hostel I stayed in on my one month trip down the East coast.

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