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How much do hostels in Boston cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Boston, USA range from $38 to $167/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 6 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Nov 11, Nov 24, Nov 25.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $50.

Based on current listed prices, November is typically the cheapest month (around $41/night) and October the most expensive (around $55/night).

At $38/night and up, Boston is one of the pricier hostel destinations in USA.

How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 4 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-09-12T13:03:53.929Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include November 11 (one night),November 24 (one night),November 25 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.

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Local knowledge for Boston

Where to stay

Hostels in Fenway/Kenmore put you on the Green Line with quick access to the MFA and cheap eats along Peterborough Street. Near South Station on the Red Line is another solid base, with Logan Airport one Silver Line ride away.

Getting around

  • Hit Haymarket, the open-air produce market behind Faneuil Hall, in the last 30 minutes before it closes on Fridays or Saturdays. Vendors drop prices rather than pack unsold stock.
  • Load a CharlieCard instead of buying paper tickets at the MBTA gates. It saves a small amount per T ride and works on buses and the Silver Line to the airport.
  • The MFA is pay-what-you-wish after 4pm on Wednesdays. The Gardner Museum gives a discount if you show up by bike, any day.

When to go

January through March has the lowest hostel rates. Beds fill up and prices jump during graduation week in late May, through all of July and August, and again for the first two weeks of October.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Boston cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $50. Dorm beds currently range from $38 to $167/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Boston?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Boston include November 11, November 24, November 25.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Boston?

HostelHound currently tracks 6 hostels in Boston, USA.

What's the cheapest month to stay in a hostel in Boston?

Among the upcoming dates we track, November has the lowest median daily starting price in Boston. On a typical date that month, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $41/night.

Is Boston affordable compared to other hostel cities in USA?

Boston is one of the pricier hostel destinations in USA, with dorm prices starting from $38/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Boston?

Hostels in Fenway/Kenmore put you on the Green Line with quick access to the MFA and cheap eats along Peterborough Street. Near South Station on the Red Line is another solid base, with Logan Airport one Silver Line ride away.

What is the best time of year to visit Boston?

January through March has the lowest hostel rates. Beds fill up and prices jump during graduation week in late May, through all of July and August, and again for the first two weeks of October.