The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … First of all, this place wasn't clean, so if you're used to travelodge and classy hotels don't bother, unless you want to try something new, but if you like hostels and are backpacking, this place is an experience. The staff were some of the nicest people I've ever met, they invited me to a dinner in a nearby house where I was great and fed for free, two people had just moved in. The staff told me where everything was, what to do how to get there, to to save money. The hostel was right next to a bus stop and bars, and restaurants -- a great coffee shop which often holds events. The people in this area were great and I got talking to so many of them. The area the hostel has a bad reputation but keep common sense with you and you'll be more than fine. Stay here, it's the only place I've given five stars out of so far ten reviews. I also love playing the out of tune piano in the common room, it sounds so badly good. Enjoy this place and take in the atmosphere. Oh and the beds were…
The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … If you are going to hostel it somewhere like St. Louis then it may as well be here! I recently did a road trip from Chicago to San Fran with a mate and we stayed here for one night. We just rocked up and got two beds in a room with a mixed bunch. It really is a strange place and that is its charm. I love the creaky shabby style of the joint. Some of the other roommates are also a bit weird but that just adds to it. The room we had felt like the front of a shop, with a strange locker area and showers that have weird and quite cool plasticky metal from the '50s or something. It is so deteriorated yet functional -- it really is worth staying in. The people that run the joint are very friendly. If you want a taste of what America really is all about then have a look as this constitutes some part of it! The beds are dreadful and that is also part of what it is about so stop complaining everyone who is complaining! This place has character and makes you wonder how other people live their…
The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … This was possibly the most amazing travel experience I have ever had, and the staff at the Huck Finn hostel were a huge part of it. The facility is kitschy and homey -- not luxurious, but more than adequate. The kittens are adorable. The staff are very friendly and accommodating (I was offered a ride to the train station for my own safety!). If you go to St. Louis, definitely stay here, as you will be missing a fantastic oppurtunity to meet some great people (the great baristas at the coffee house, the other women in the dorm, the staff) and see a really interesting facet of urban life in St. Louis! You guys rock.
The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … I loved this hostel! Good food, good friends, good memories! Two thumbs up. Way up!
The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … I've stayed in a few hostels, mostly many years ago (late sixties, early seventies) and this one compares well especially for those who, like myself, are lamenting the demise of authenticity as the world is increasingly disney-fied. the neighborhood has largely maintained its aging character despite the constant threat of greedy developers. the owner/managers are people of principle and integrity.
The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … I stopped to stay a night at the Huck Finn Hostel by chance. I'd been riding my motorcycle to Argentina from Canada with a so-called friend. He was in such a hurry to get to Argentina (hardly the reason for the journey I thought) that one morning he left our ghastly neon-lit interstate motel without even saying he was going. After standing about for an hour and a half trying to take in the fact that he had just left like that, I rode to St Louis and to the Huck Finn Hostel. Tom, the owner made me welcome right away, was calm and understanding (I was pretty strung out inside) and offered to show me round St Louis. It was just the place I needed to wind up. The staff are great people, the other hostelers too on the whole. And its in a great location in the historic Soulard district of St Louis, there are bars and an excellent cafe just a couple of blocks away. I liked it there so much I ended up staying for nine days. If you're passing that way you'd do well to stay at the Huck Finn…
The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … I stayed here in August 2007 for three nights. Very comfortable, convenient, clean, and friendly ambiance. The neighborhood is lively, interesting, and safe. There are restaurants, bars, and a good market nearby. It's a good location for getting around the city by car or on local transit bus. I will definitely return.
The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … Well I just stayed there and I don't understand why everyone is making such horrid reviews. First off it's only one and a half miles from downtown and in a great location with lots going on. Twenty dollars a night is excellant for St. Louis, it seems. After I had to look long and hard for someplace I can afford, I was grateful for Huck Finn Hostel. The kitchen was a kitchen with a living room. The living room had a piano and tv. I met several cool people from outside of the US and we hung out in the living room, it felt homey. I thought the dorms were fine, could use new beds though. The place itself I thought was cool. I liked how it was outside of the norm and I found the cats to be good company for a lonely traveller. The service was the absolute best, where they lack, they make up for it in beyond four star hotel service. These people are willing to go above and beyond.
The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … I was lucky to have discovered the Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel on the Internet google search. There is no internet reservation, but the very friendly Ms. Rebecca answers the phone call ((314) 241-0076) and confirms the reservation in minutes and holds the reservation till your show up time. All they ask is that if you are not taking the accommodation, to let them know on time so that some one else can benefit the accommodation for the night. It is only two miles from downtown St. Louis and buses 30 and 40 take you to seventh street in Soullard and the hostel is at Twelfth Street. The place is a very friendly one with rebecca and Mr. Thomas going out of the way to make your stay comfortable. When they could not fix the airconditioner on the first day, they immediately gave me a discount of 66% for the days rent!
The independent room I got was very spacious and had a bedroom, a kitchen and dining area, and sitting room in addition to an attached bath.
I would recommend this place…
The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … In all my travels to St. Louis I've stayed at the Huck Finn hostel. The owner is a swell guy and does try to have the place re-arranged. Since you can get close to downtown St. Louis with public transit, it is, my spot to sleep in St. Louis. I found out that when you're away from home, hostels are not your home away from home, as you tend to do lots of sightseeing and visiting things in St. Louis! And since finding a similar spot in the main St. Louis area is very tough (and the rates are way higher), the Huck Finn for the meantime is, the place to get a good night's sleep when in the Gateway City!
The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … I really don't understand the bad comments about this hostel. The neighborhood of Soulard is wonderful, active, and full of history. Then the cleanliness has nothing in common with what I read on this page. I didn't see any roach, I had a shower without problem, and the linens were clean. Perhaps the hostel made some restoration, I don't know. Of course, it's not a five stars hotel but for $20 a night, it's a good spot to stay. Perhaps the best place to stay if you're a young traveler like me who can't afford to stay in hotel. Moreover, the girl at the reception was really nice and helpful, she gave me many information about what to visit and which bus to take. Finally, I think that the best thing to do is to go in this hostel one night to see what it's like. I was very scared about the description so I hesitated to go there. But finally, I was really, really happy to spend three nights there.
The Huckleberry Finn Youth Hostel in St. Louis … The hostel did get a little run down, but the owner is an incredible man who is seriously looking to redo some things. It is located in a great part of the city with a lot of soul and nightly live music. It has a great feel, and it is a great place to meet new people.
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