Finally, a guide that shares the most fun and best youth hostels in Boston — no fluff, just real recommendations. Perfect for students, young backpackers, and solo adventurers looking to meet new friends, make lifelong memories, and save money.
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Dive into Boston, where history books come to life and you can follow the Freedom Trail without spending a fortune in tea tax. Our guide to the best youth hostels in Boston is like discovering a secret passage through one of America’s oldest cities, but with Wi-Fi and way cooler roommates. Imagine bunking in a building as historic as the tales that surround it, then stepping out to explore cobblestone streets, Ivy League campuses, and clam chowder that’s worth writing home about.
Short and crisp: Hostels in Boston
- HI - Boston Hostel - best for Digital Nomads, Party Hostel, Solo Traveller, Youth Hostel
- Backpackers Bargain Rock - best for Party Hostel, Solo Traveller, Youth Hostel
- Boston Homestel - best for Family-Friendly Hostel, Youth Hostel
Full List of Youth Hostels in Boston
Map for 3 Youth Hostels in Boston
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How much are hostels in Boston?
Let's talk about hostel prices in Boston. This graph shows you typical, average prices for a bed in a dorm and for a private room. Simply mouse-over to see rates for each month.
Prices can vary a lot, especially on high-season, weekends, and special holidays such as New Years Eve.
Average Dorm Price per Month in Boston
Average Private Room Price per Month in Boston
Still not sure? Pick my Favorite Hostel in Boston
#1 Top Hostel in Boston: HI - Boston Hostel
This is the overall best rated hostel in HI - Boston Hostel. The overall rating is 8.9. You cannot go wrong here.
It is your safest bet in case you are not sure which hostel to pick.
The price for a dorm at HI - Boston Hostel starts from $21.06.
FAQ about Boston Hostels
We've collected the most common questions for hostels in Boston. The more you know, the better you can plan with confidence and ease, right?
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Looking for hostels in a special neighborhood or near a popular landmark? Check out our special guides:
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- Hostels in Beacon Hill, Boston
- Hostels near Boston Children's Museum, Boston
- Hostels near Boston Common, Boston
- Hostels near Boston Harbor Islands, Boston
- Hostels near Boston Public Garden, Boston
- Hostels near Boston University (BU), Boston
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- Hostels in Cambridge, Boston
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- Hostels in City Centre, Boston
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- Hostels in East Boston, Boston
- Hostels near Faneuil Hall Marketplace, Boston
- Hostels in Fenway Kenmore, Boston
- Hostels near Fenway Park, Boston
- Hostels near Financial District (Boston), Boston
- Hostels near Freedom Trail, Boston
- Hostels near Harvard, Boston
- Hostels near Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Boston
- Hostels in Jamaica Plain, Boston
- Hostels in Mattapan, Boston
- Hostels near Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
- Hostels near New England Aquarium, Boston
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