6 Best Hostels In Boston, Massachusetts - Updated 2024

Isha
Isha 
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Steeped deep in the American Revolutionary history, Boston is one of the most important and largest cities in the USA. Tourists flock to this majestic city by the millions, to explore its historic sites, pulsating city life and experience the wonderfully diverse culture. Major attractions in Boston are the historic buildings and landmarks along the Freedom Trail, Faneuil Hall, the Theater District, several art museums and galleries, including John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, Museum of Science, parks like Boston Common, Fenway Park, world-renowned educational institutions like Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and more. To explore these and other attractions in Boston, a comfortable, convenient and affordable accommodation option is a must. And hostels in Boston fulfill all these requirements. Scroll down to know more about the best hostels in Boston, Massachusetts.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 08, 2024.

1. HI - Boston Hostel (from USD 52)

Located in Chinatown and near the centre of Boston, HI - Boston Hostel is the perfect place to stay for solo travellers, travellers on a budget or those who just enjoy living with like-minded travellers. The hostel offers dormitory-style rooms where a choice of male, female or mixed accommodations is available. Guests in these rooms have clean bed space, shared bathroom and individual lockers. Private rooms with ensuite bathrooms are available too. All guests have free wifi, access to a shared kitchen, game room, and coffee bar. Boston Common is a mere five-minute walk away and Cutler Majestic Theatre is at a walking distance too.

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HI Boston Hostel

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 19 Stuart Street
1.49 km (1.0 mi) from New England Aquarium

24-HOUR FRONT DESK Non-smoking rooms Laundry Facilities for disabled guests Internet services Lift Billiards Heating

2. Boston Homestel (from USD 57)

Located in one of Boston’s most diverse and largest neighbourhoods, Dorchester, Boston Homestel is the ideal base for your travels in Boston. The property has many dormitory rooms - male, female and mixed - that you can choose from. Private rooms are also available at the hostel. All dormitory and private rooms have a shared bathroom, kitchen and lounge area. Guests can access free wifi throughout the property. The local train line that can take you to downtown Boston is at a three-minute walk from the hostel. A beach is also at a 15 minutes’ walking distance.

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Boston Homestel

Wifi Available

Address: 36 Moseley Street
4.37 km (2.8 mi) from New England Aquarium

Parking Pets allowed Internet services WiFi Available Free WiFi Shared kitchen Shared lounge/TV area Parking on site

3. Saint Mary/Fenway/Longwood Med,MBTA (from USD 73)

Stay in an elegantly furnished private room in a Boston Brownstone at Saint Mary/Fenway/Longwood Med, MBTA. The room is very spacious, with tall picture windows that let in plenty of natural light and provide amazing city views. The room offers a queen bed with comfy bedding, table, chaise lounge, coffee maker, mini-fridge, microwave and free wifi. A shared bathroom is available just across the hall and a back patio is also accessible to guests. The MBTA train station is just steps away from the property. A supermarket is also at a short walking distance.

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Brookline, Massachusetts, United States
4.98 km (3.1 mi) from New England Aquarium
219 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the in-room amenities were very comfortable
nice large room with excellent view
the amenities were well thought-out and the space was quite comfortable
the room was just as described nice and roomy for our weekend stay
nice big room and right next to the c line
Cleanliness:
clean and big room
place was clean as advertised
everything was also very clean and the bed was comfortable
the room is very clean and comfortable
a very clean and cozy home
Host:
kama is a great host
really kind and patient with my every questions make me feel at home
the host very kind and responsive thank you kama
kama was a great host
all of the staff here are kind and polite
Location:
great location near fenway park
great location right near kenmore square
the location was excellent with every thing close by
location wise it is ideally situated for us
wonderful location easy to access
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4. Colonial Room

Suitable for two guests travelling together, the Colonial Room is a private room in a hostel in Boston. The hostel room offers a bunk bed and lockers, along with a shared shower room and toilet room. Free wifi, central heating and common lounge areas are available too. There is no curfew at this hostel and guests are free to enter and exit hostel at any time. The historic Freedom Trail is steps away and a train station is at a 12-minute walk.

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States
926 meters (0.6 ft) from New England Aquarium
16 reviews  
Private room in hostel 2 Beds 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms

Boston Tour Guide

Naim Benmayor

Naim Benmayor

As a Boston tour guide, I have the added experience of being a world traveler. For many years, I frequently visited Europe, Asia, and Latin America on business. During this time, I also organized tours of the USA, Europe and Asia for my business clients. I now bring this passion, excitement and expertise to the Boston area.By exploring the globe, I was exposed to various cultures, and this uniq... Read more

5. Red Sox Room

Centrally located in downtown Boston, Red Sox Room is a private room in a hostel. Ideal for a couple, this hostel room has many additional amenities that guests will appreciate, like a mini coffee machine, clean linens and towels, free wifi and heating. Room essentials include a clean set of bunk beds and two lockers. Guests have access to the shared toilet rooms and shower room of the hostel. An onsite manager is also available to assist you with any queries. The hostel is at a walking distance to many major attractions of the city. The metro line train station is also close by.

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States
926 meters (0.6 ft) from New England Aquarium
7 reviews  
Private room in hostel 2 Beds 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms

6. Freedom Trail Bed 8

During your visit to Boston, enjoy staying with other solo travellers at this shared hostel room in the downtown area. Situated in a recently renovated historic Boston building, Freedom Trail Bed 8 offers a clean bed, comfortable enough to sleep a single guest. A clean pillow, sheets and comforter will also be provided, along with a locker to store your belongings. Guests have access to two shared bathrooms, free wifi, common use areas, and many other amenities. This hostel is just two blocks from the subway station and a bar is only a minute’s walk away.

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Boston, Massachusetts, United States
926 meters (0.6 ft) from New England Aquarium
24 reviews  
Shared room in hostel 1 Bed 1 Bedroom

Live the hostel life in Boston

The megacity of Boston is home to a number of amazing attractions - parks, museums, historic buildings, marketplaces, fabulous restaurants, bars, cafes, and much more! And to explore all these attractions, there is no better base than a comfortable and affordable hostel. So, on your trip, be sure to check out our recommendations for the best hostels in this wonderful city.

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Isha is a former corporate employee who now leads a tranquil life centered around travel, writing, and minding her own business.

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