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27 Nov - 29 Nov

Our top choices for Great Lakes hostels

A modern lounge area with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and green cushioned chairs.

1. Zenith Basecamp

Zenith Basecamp
1.0 star property
Lincoln Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (75 reviews)
"Complimentary towels would be nice but otherwise a very pleasant stay."
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Zenith Basecamp
A modern living room with a television, a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

2. Check Inn

Check Inn
1.0 star property
Old Toronto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
"Very friendly accommodating staff"
Canada
Christian
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Check Inn
A spacious lobby with seating areas, a staircase, and large windows.

3. HI Chicago Hostel

HI Chicago Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,467 reviews)
"Clean and fun hostel!"
United States
Nabil
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
HI Chicago Hostel
A building entrance with a stone facade, white columns, and a wooden door.

4. Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Ottawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay."
United Kingdom
chelsea
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
A serene lake surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.

5. Guest House on the Mount

Guest House on the Mount
2.0 star property
Masonville
7.8 out of 10, Good, (910 reviews)
"Location and parking very nice"
Canada
maryam
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Guest House on the Mount
A kitchen counter with a coffee maker, kettle, and a glass carafe.

6. Hostel du Nord

Hostel du Nord
2.0 star property
Downtown Duluth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (329 reviews)
"Great place and affordable! Well maintained.. lots of character!"
United States
Tylyndah
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hostel du Nord
An indoor space with tables and benches, a ceiling with exposed beams, and a mural on the wall.

7. Samesun Toronto - Hostel

Samesun Toronto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Toronto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (745 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
Canada
Oscar Romero
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Samesun Toronto - Hostel
A traditional living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a gaming setup.

8. Pring Guesthouse - Hostel

Pring Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Hamilton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (211 reviews)
"i don’t have anything bad to say about this place it felt like home! i was so comfortable and the host is so welcoming. i will def come back!!"
Canada
Esther
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Pring Guesthouse - Hostel
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a wall with artwork.

9. Grand House

Grand House
2.0 star property
West Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"Overall great location. However, the price was high compared to the service and amenities."
United States
Sharif
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Grand House
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

10. Barefoot Inn

Barefoot Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Ottawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (116 reviews)
"It was a great room, short walk from the Rogers Centre and the market"
Canada
Christopher
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Barefoot Inn
A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a sign for the Ottawa Backpackers Inn.

11. Ottawa Backpackers Inn

Ottawa Backpackers Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Ottawa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (370 reviews)
"Helpful staff, clean simple rooms"
Canada
Malcolm
The price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ottawa Backpackers Inn
A colorful storefront with a sign for 'Studio 124' and 'Photo Studio'.

12. STAY

STAY
2.0 star property
West Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (281 reviews)
"I will recommend this place to any traveler that doesn’t wanna pay an arm and a leg this place is clean. Staff is quick to answer. Five out of five stars in my book."
United States
Rafael
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
STAY
A view of a backyard with a fire pit, two Adirondack chairs, and a wooden table.

13. Christmas Tree Farm | 16 Acres · Dog-Friendly · Fire Pit

Christmas Tree Farm | 16 Acres · Dog-Friendly · Fire Pit
Berrien Center
The price is NZ$716
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Christmas Tree Farm | 16 Acres · Dog-Friendly · Fire Pit
A group of people dining at a table with a chalkboard displaying names and a hotel logo.

14. Hamtramck Hostel

Hamtramck Hostel
1.0 star property
Hamtramck
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (100 reviews)
"The entire experience was absolutely fantastic. The space was interesting and clean the community artistic and the staff phenomenal. I fully intend to return."
United States
Tracy Rose
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hamtramck Hostel
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

15. Chicago Parthenon Hostel

Chicago Parthenon Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (564 reviews)
"Nice place, recommended."
United States
Krasimir
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a dining table, and a clock on the wall.

16. All Days Hostel

All Days Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Toronto
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (257 reviews)
"A decent hostel experience, a but far uptown but nothing bad to say about the place"
Canada
Kenan
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
All Days Hostel
A buffet table with various food items including fruits, waffles, and condiments.

17. Wrigley Hostel

Wrigley Hostel
1.5 star property
Lakeview
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (508 reviews)
"Great place."
United States
Shelly
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Wrigley Hostel
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a window with a view, and a small table with a chair.

18. Stay on Clay - Suite #7

Stay on Clay - Suite #7
Nelson
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"It was a very nice place and we enjoyed the stay."
United States
Kenneth A.
The price is NZ$425
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Stay on Clay - Suite #7
A hot tub under a wooden gazebo with a bench and a trash bin nearby.

19. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel
1.5 star property
University District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (281 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Relax environment. Clean rooms"
United States
fougere
The price is NZ$111
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee table with magazines, a sofa, and a fireplace.

20. Nashwauk Lodging - Hostel

Nashwauk Lodging - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nashwauk
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18 reviews)
"someone was on the phone talking really loud at midnight. the front door wasnt locked at all throughout the night. the sink was clogged in the bathroom. "
United States
Amber
The price is NZ$676
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Nashwauk Lodging - Hostel
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Great Lakes Hostels information

Number of reviews
5,422
Accommodation
10 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$111
Highest Price
NZ$716