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Our top choices for Great Lakes hostels

A modern living room with a television, a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

1. Check Inn

Check Inn
1.0 star property
Old Toronto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Great location for affordable price… quite."
United States
Liliana
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Check Inn
A modern lounge area with a brown leather sofa, green armchairs, and a wooden coffee table.

2. Zenith Basecamp

Zenith Basecamp
1.0 star property
Lincoln Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (79 reviews)
"If you don’t mind hearing everything, including bodily functions and next door neighbors snoring all night OR sleeping with ear plugs in, then this is a great place to stay in Duluth! You cannot beat the price and the common areas are clean."
United States
Ellen
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Zenith Basecamp
An indoor space with tables and benches, a ceiling with exposed beams, and a mural on the wall.

3. Samesun Toronto - Hostel

Samesun Toronto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Toronto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (769 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
Canada
Oscar Romero
The price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Samesun Toronto - Hostel
A serene lake surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.

4. Guest House on the Mount

Guest House on the Mount
2.0 star property
Masonville
7.8 out of 10, Good, (927 reviews)
"Location and parking very nice"
Canada
maryam
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Guest House on the Mount
Two individuals standing in a corridor with brick walls and a metal staircase.

5. Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Ottawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,024 reviews)
"Great stay."
United Kingdom
chelsea
The price is AU$123
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, blue cabinets, and a central island.

6. Nomad Pod Hotel

Nomad Pod Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Toronto
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Nomad Pod Hotel
A spacious lobby with seating areas, a staircase, and large windows.

7. HI Chicago Hostel

HI Chicago Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,518 reviews)
"Really good location really good price."
United States
Sile
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
HI Chicago Hostel
A kitchen counter with a coffee maker, kettle, and a glass carafe.

8. Hostel du Nord

Hostel du Nord
2.0 star property
Downtown Duluth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (340 reviews)
"Amazing stay everything was perfectly fine very comfortable stay feels like home"
United States
Shalma
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hostel du Nord
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

9. Barefoot Inn

Barefoot Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Ottawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (118 reviews)
"We liked the space and the freedom to self cater. It was like being in your own home."
Canada
Cath
The price is AU$179
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Barefoot Inn
A traditional living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a gaming setup.

10. Pring Guesthouse - Hostel

Pring Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Hamilton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (213 reviews)
"Great spot for charactercool old architecture! I was able to check-in early and check-out later, due to a very late flight. While waiting I was able to store my suitcase and check out the castle! First time in Hamilton and I will certainly be back."
Canada
Katherine
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Pring Guesthouse - Hostel
A two-story yellow house with a balcony, a front door, and a street lamp.

11. Ottawa Backpackers Inn

Ottawa Backpackers Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Ottawa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (375 reviews)
"Helpful staff, clean simple rooms"
Canada
Malcolm
The price is AU$104
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ottawa Backpackers Inn
A modern lounge area with a pool table, seating, and a vending machine.

12. STAY

STAY
2.0 star property
West Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (291 reviews)
"Perfect location!!"
United States
Jessica
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Amazing place to stay as the home was beautiful and inviting."
United States
Michael G.
The price is AU$518
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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, (101 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 AU$122
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hamtramck Hostel
A buffet table with various food items including fruits, waffles, and condiments.

15. Wrigley Hostel

Wrigley Hostel
1.5 star property
Lakeview
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (513 reviews)
"Great place."
United States
Shelly
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Wrigley Hostel
A room with bunk beds, a desk, and a chair.

16. GRAND HOUSE 424

GRAND HOUSE 424
2.0 star property
West Town
7.0 out of 10, Good, (97 reviews)
"Easy walking around area"
United States
George
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
GRAND HOUSE 424
A bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a window with a view, and a small table with a chair.

17. 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 AU$342
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stay on Clay - Suite #7
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

18. Chicago Parthenon Hostel

Chicago Parthenon Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (604 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Luke
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a dining table, and a clock on the wall.

19. All Days Hostel

All Days Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Toronto
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (261 reviews)
"It good"
United States
antione
All Days Hostel
A hot tub under a wooden gazebo with a bench and a trash bin nearby.

20. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel
1.5 star property
University District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (285 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Relax environment. Clean rooms"
United States
fougere
The price is AU$79
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel
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Number of reviews
2,900
Accommodation
12 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$79
Highest Price
AU$518