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Lost River Hostel

2.0 star property
Riverfront hostel in West Baden Springs with free parking

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Double Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom
BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
King Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom
Reception
Nestled by the river, Lost River Hostel offers a tranquil retreat with a firepit and garden. Enjoy hiking/biking trails, access to communal kitchens with full-sized appliances, and daily housekeeping while staying connected with WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept

Room options

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Family Bed, Dinner Included, Shared Library

Family Bed, Dinner Included, Shared Library

Highlights

Garden
Porch/lanai
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Oven
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

King Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Oven
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Treehouse, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom | Exterior

Treehouse, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Oven
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Oven
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds and 4 Large Twin Beds

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Double Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Oven
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in West Baden Springs, Lost River Hostel is in a rural area and on a river. French Lick Scenic Railway and The Old Jail are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Patoka Lake and Pioneer Mothers State Wayside. FLWB Indoor Karting and Big Splash Adventure are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and ziplining.
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Map
2393 N County Rd 960 W, West Baden Springs, IN, 47469

What's nearby

  • French Lick Winery - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • French Lick Scenic Railway - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Big Splash Adventure - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • French Lick Casino - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • French Lick Springs Hotel - 8 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nila’s Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Valley Sports Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miguel's El Gallo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Lost River Hostel

Hostel by the river
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a library at Lost River Hostel. Adventurous travellers may like the hiking/biking trails at this hostel. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A dock
Extra amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, ovens and stovetops
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 20.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-in fee: USD 20.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 0.00

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Lost River Hostel West Baden Springs
Lost River Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Lost River Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lost River Hostel?

As of 3 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lost River Hostel on 4 Sept 2025 start from AU$118.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Lost River Hostel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lost River Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM to midnight for a fee of USD 20.00.

What time is check-out at Lost River Hostel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lost River Hostel located?

Situated on a river, this hostel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Lark Valley Zip Lines and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from French Lick Winery. FLWB Indoor Karting and French Lick Scenic Railway are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Lost River Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 58 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sydney

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful location and super friendly staff and people. A little safe haven
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The most magical stay I’ve ever had. Do. Not. Skip. This!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was it wonderful stay loved the sleep accommodations. And the staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Liked: Staff & service
We stayed in the birds nest it had a great view and was the perfect place if you just need a reset we will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Experience and Stay in One

Amazing experience for anyone who may be curious about a slow living lifestyle or wanting to experience something they never have before. Dinner was excellent, staff was superb, the shared spaces were very welcoming, and our nest was quite peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Wendell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was like visiting family. very welcoming staff. Being a hostel, you can disconnect and relax.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

suresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lost river is a unique hostel. It is nothing like a regular hotel. Our kids loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

Keith

Disliked: Amenities
This was definitely a horrible experience and waste of money!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property. Been thinking about it since I left. I’d be there more if it was closer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Different experience. I loved this place for the friendliness of the staff and rustic atmosphere.: Altogether a unique experience My wife disliked it. She didn't feel safe. The latches were weak. The walk to the room was muddy and slick. I fell twice. Staff was very helpful getting me up and holding our hands. We are both 70+ and this might not have been the best choice. I would reccomend it for younger people.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Staff & service

Once-In-A-Lifetime Hippie Experience

It was definitely a unique experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I had reserved was double booked and now I'm trying to get my refund as it is their fault
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just the whole experience! Had a family emergency and didn’t even have a chance to unpack. Explained the situation to the property manager that we desperately had to leave since we were over 3 hrs away from home. No refund provided or anything! Absolutely pathetic!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What can I say about this property first!? It's amazing, beautiful, relaxing, inclusive and safe! We went to sleep with gentle breezes and frog sounds! Delicious dinner they got ready for us! Amazing sleeping quarters!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Delynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sheila

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penni

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Glenda

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

evan

Liked: Staff & service
Very unique property. We wish there were more “indoor plumbing” bathrooms and fewer outhouses. We did not spend the night because we decided to drive home after our activity ended. Lost River Hostel would be a very good choice for more adventurous travelers
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the place the minute we saw it. Very nice friendly people. The place is well taken care of. As close to camping without having to do all the work of setting up a tent. Pathways are nice,just everything is great. Good campfire company.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Open wiring in room. No chair or table in room. Friendly accomodating staff. Room was clean and bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2022