Yes, there ia a lot to do in Naples. Yet if you stay around long enough you might become a "toothless" or "topless" mountain person who attempts to live off the land and enjoys the simple things in life, like running water. Sooner or later your family will follow you up here and then you remember why you got away in the first place.
Naples … I loved the authentic backwoods tavern, where you can get a genuine ass whoopin' by a real toothless mountain man. Also, check out the post office/only store about 100 ft away. You can't miss it. Good times. If your interested in more of a mind blower, travel just a couple of miles north to Ruby Creek Road. Head down the dirt road along Ruby Creek all the way to the fork, take the right up the hill, and feel the "real world" slip away as you enter the bubble of insanity. At the top of the hill, you will find a special school for spoiled teens whose wealthy parents decided that instead of raising their kid, it would be best if they learned how to function normally in society if shipped off to the side of a mountain in Idaho. Little too much for you? Well then get the hell out of there before their touchy-feely tendencies rub off on you and drive way north into Canada. Take any back road way into the middle of nowhere, get out, and enjoy the earth.
HI - Nampa (Boise) Hostel in Boise … I was the only guest and I had the best night sleep I have ever had in a hostel. Clean and quiet. The location was about a 10 minute drive from Boise.
HI - Nampa (Boise) Hostel in Boise … Elsa and Karl, my hosts, at Elsa's Country Place, were great. They provided great directions and ideas to get me around Boise and Nampa. This hostel is not within walking distance of downtown Boise, but it is conveniently located in the area, since a visitor needs to have access to a motor vehicle to make the most of a visit. Check out the Boise Co-op while you are in town, and make a great meal in the super-clean and large kitchen. Sit around the boot vase on the back porch and enjoy the view of some spectacular mountains (Sawtooths?). For such a small town, there is much to do and see in Boise and this hostel is an affordable, friendly way to go. I was there for two nights (March 9th and 10th, 2004) in the men's bunk room (two bunk beds). During my stay one other guest came and went. If you're headed to The Avenues Hostel in Salt Lake City, be sure to ask Elsa for some savvy trip tips! This hostel epitomizes the best that the Northwest has to offer--friendly hospitality and…
HI - Nampa (Boise) Hostel in Boise … This place was kind of like staying with relatives! Elsa was friendly and helpful without being overbearing. We were just traveling through and did not look around Boise much. I did go running in the morning and admired the farms that were up and down the same road. Elsa was putting in a wonderful garden, which was still kind of new.
HI - Nampa (Boise) Hostel in Boise … I stayed here for two nights. The owner, Elsa, is super friendly and helpful.
This is a house which was turned into a hostel. I stayed in the dorm room (four beds) which has a shower and toilet. There is also a piano in working condition in the leaving room. A couch, dining table, refrigerator, parking, lockers, one computer with internet, free wi-fi. This place is super clean and is the best hostel I stayed at by far. It is kinda far from downtown but it is well worth it and is cheap ($19).
HI - Nampa (Boise) Hostel in Boise … Outstanding introduction to hosteling. Elsa (the owner) was great and I couldn't have had a better hostel experience! I met nice folks from Canada and enjoyed a great discussion at the kitchen table. Nice facility; I wish I could have stayed longer.
HI - Naples Hostel in Naples … My experience at this hostel in Naples, Idaho, was excellent. The hostel managers are friendly and accommodating. Facilities were functional and more than adequate; the local area is safe; prices in general store are reasonable; the store is well stocked, and with an above-average selection of wine, interesting. And there is a good selection of surplus military items in the room above the store. The local people are friendly. The local cafe has wholesome food and is reasonably priced. Based upon my experience at the hostel in Naples, Idaho I definitely recommend it to travelers.
HI - Nampa (Boise) Hostel in Boise … This hostel has a very friendly staff and a cozy, country atmosphere. They have a great kitchen which includes a free food shelf (with noodles and the like) and plenty of comfortable couches and seats to meet and talk with the other guests. It's a little far away from downtown Boise, but for the price, it can't be beat. Note that the HI road sign is a little hard to see if you don't know to look for it, so keep a sharp eye out. It's below the main sign for the hostel. Overall I had a great time staying there.
HI - Nampa (Boise) Hostel in Boise … this was the best hostel i've ever visited. the people are super-nice, the place is roomy and clean, and i even left with home-grown vegetables to cook the next day! it's not easy to get to if you've no personal vehicle, but well worth looking into if you do.
HI - Nampa (Boise) Hostel in Boise … I stayed just one night and spent most of my time sleeping, but felt very comfortable the whole stay. Everyone I met was kind, everything was clean, and there was some free pancake mix, that on a more leisurely trip, I would have taken advantage of!
HI - Nampa (Boise) Hostel in Boise … I stayed here one night and it was great. Quiet, but great. If you are travelling through, this is a great place to get away from urban stuff. Elsa is really nice, she even gave me a lift to the supermarket and to the Greyhound bus stop. It's clean, with a good kitchen that is well appointed. The only drawback is probably that you really need a car to get anywhere from here. But I guess that's okay for most people.
HI - Nampa (Boise) Hostel in Boise … Great place this. Clean, comfortable, friendly and ever so well organised. Highly recommend it. Stayed twice. Will be back.
HI - Naples Hostel in Naples … The Hostel at Naples was absolutely fantastic. A great value for $10, it was just what the doctor ordered for three weary travelers. My only recommendation would be to head down Highway 2 to the Chic N Chop if you want to get something to eat instead of eating at the local restaurant. We had a great time in Naples working on the puzzle they had and seeing waterfalls and moose by day.
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