Hostelling International Reviews
Hostelling International has an overall rating of 4.5 based on 27 reviews. Customer feedback on Hostelling International is mixed: Hostelling International reviewers highlight positive aspects like affordable accommodation, friendly staff, social atmosphere, convenient locations, which strongly appeal to budget travelers, backpackers, young adults, solo travelers. However, Hostelling International is often criticized for its limited privacy, variable cleanliness, noisy environments, basic amenities.
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All Hostelling International Reviews (27)
tammie_Ward81
May 22, 2026
"I booked through hihostels.com, and the place…"
I booked through Hostelling International, and the place was just okay. The kitchen was sooo tiny, the lockers felt old, and the wifi kept cutting out, which got annoying fast. It wasn’t the worst stay or anything, but for the price I really expected the basic stuff to work a bit better...
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anna.Nemeth
May 21, 2026
"Decent stay, but the WiFi tested my patience"
I stayed at a HI hostel it was mostly fine. Nothing amazing, nothing terrible. The WiFi was the one thing that kind of put me in a grumpy mood, though. It worked okay in the lobby, but once I was back in my room, especially at night, it kept dropping or slowing down a lot. It wasn’t the worst WiFi I’ve ever dealt with, but if you’re trying to work or take video calls, I could see it getting frustrating fast. For basic stuff like checking maps or sending messages, it was usually good enough.
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james_Washington90
May 03, 2026
"Easygoing and Fun"
I had a great time. I ended up meeting cool people pretty much every night, and the whole vibe was super easy and relaxed. Definitely the kind of experience I’d be happy to recommend.
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jeannetteoconnor8931
April 29, 2026
"Saved some money on hostels"
I used it for a couple of hostel bookings it did help me save a bit. Nothing life-changing or anything, but the discounts were nice and the process was easy. I was actually really happy with it at first, though later I was kind of like, okay, it’s decent, not amazing. Still, if you’re traveling on a budget, it’s worth checking out
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Brittany_bingham02
April 04, 2026
"They actually fixed my booking issue fast"
I had a problem with my booking, but they sorted it out really quickly. It was actually way less stressful than I expected.
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David_williams71
March 21, 2026
"Easy to book"
I booked my hostel quickly and everything loaded fine. Changing the dates was simple too, and there weren’t any confusing steps. Worked well for me
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EthelOsborne
March 17, 2026
"Refund Came Through"
I got my refund after about a week. Was I hoping it would be a little faster? Of course. But in the end, the money came back, and that’s what really matters, right?
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elliot-Crews
March 10, 2026
"I was a little unsure how long…"
I was a little unsure how long the refund would take, but it came through quickly. Overall, it was a smooth enough experience
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brittanycruse9351
March 04, 2026
"Shockingly Peaceful Stay"
I stayed for two nights and, i was bracing myself for the usual hostel chaos... but it never came. No thunderous hallway noise, no doors slamming like the end of the world, nothing. It was actually so quiet that I slept well both nights, which feels almost miraculous for a hostel. I’d definitely book again.
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marta_Sandoval83
February 23, 2026
"Quick and honest support"
I had a question about my booking and, i was a bit worried I’d get the runaround or be pushed into something I didn’t need. But they replied quickly and explained everything clearly. No confusing back-and-forth, no weird hidden catch, just got it sorted. Really happy with the support and I’d use them again.
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Jane.wilson
February 20, 2026
"I slept great all night —…"
I slept great all night — no tossing and turning, just a solid, comfortable sleep from start to finish
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marthaweaver4121
February 19, 2026
"Super Convenient Location"
Well... having the bus stop right outside was so handy. It made getting around really easy and saved me a lot of hassle.
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WOOD
February 07, 2026
"Pretty easy to book, no big complaints"
I booked a hostel on hihostels and my snap judgment was that it was straightforward. The dates and room options were clear enough, and the payment went through without any drama. I did have to poke around for a minute to find a couple details, but overall it was an easy booking experience.
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alanadungan6948
February 04, 2026
"Super Convenient Stay"
The place was right near everything I needed, which made the whole stay really easy. any hassle with getting around was totally avoidable because the location was so convenient
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bonnie_Smith91
January 22, 2026
"Great value for budget stays!!"
I’ve booked through Hostelling International a couple of times now, and the prices have been really fair!! The places aren’t fancy or anything, but they’ve been clean enough and in decent locations, which is all I really need when I’m just looking for a bed. I also appreciate that the fees are clear before you pay. For budget travel, it totally makes sense, and I’d definitely use it again!!
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Nelda_caudill04
January 13, 2026
"Everything Checked Out"
Everything was correct, which surprised me a bit because I kept wondering if there was some little catch or something they weren’t saying upfront. But no, it all matched up and worked out fine.
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hello_mario275
January 08, 2026
"Smooth checkout when I really needed it"
Checkout was super easy. I was a bit stressed because I had a train to catch and that always makes me feel kind of trapped, like one little delay could mess up the whole day. But I just handed in my key card, the staff checked my name in about a minute, and that was it. No weird extra charges, no long wait, nothing awkward. They even let me leave my bag there for a bit afterward without making it a big deal. I booked through hihostels and everything matched my reservation, so it all felt simple and smooth. I’d use it again.
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Virginia_kessinger90
January 06, 2026
"Handy spot with a useful kitchen"
Stayed here for a few nights the kitchen was a big plus. It had the basics like pans and plates, so I could make a few simple meals instead of eating out the whole time. Everything was clean enough and I didn’t really have any issues. I’d recommend it if you want a practical place that helps you save a bit of money.
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SHIVER
January 05, 2026
"Late check-in, no stress"
Got in late and was a little worried about checking in. But the staff were super friendly and helped me right away. Really nice people. Made the whole thing easy.
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hazel_Heckman78
January 03, 2026
"Clean bathrooms, which I really appreciated"
I stayed for two nights and, the bathrooms were clean every time I used them. The showers looked fresh, there wasn’t any weird smell, and the toilet area was kept tidy too. It’s funny how something like that can make a stay feel so much easier... anyway, I was happy with it overall.
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