About

We are a small, cosy hostel style short term rental accommodations. We call ourselves 'Boston Homestel' because we provide a home for travellers and since we're small, we'll feel like a community. Home, hostel, and community is our motto, and we strive to be the friendliest place in Boston to relax and enjoy the city with other travellers. We offer private rooms and manageable dorm rooms of just 4, 3 or 2 people in mixed and female-only dorms. Your experience with us will be personal, unlike larger hostels. We'll know you by first name, even if you only stay 1 night. We like to have fun, but this is not a party house, so we ask our guests to be mature and responsible.

We are located near the Boston train red line and the city centre is 3 stops from us. We're also located walking distance to the South Boston beach. Yes! The beach is swimmable, you wouldn't expect that in the city but it does exist! Our property is located on a quiet residential street, but a short distance to the main street and the public metro (the T, as it's called in Boston). We're near a swimmable beach in South Boston and Vietnamese town.

We offer private rooms and manageable dorm rooms of just 4, 3 or 2 people in mixed and female-only dorms. Your experience with us will be personal, unlike larger hostels. We provide linens, a small blanket and a pillow. Lockers available. Towels available upon request(2USD) and earplugs(1usd). Self check in available. Microwave and refrigerator available.

Boston Homestel terms and conditions:

Cancellation policy: 72h before arrival, otherwise the full amount of the reservation will be charged.

Check in from 15:00 to 21:00.
If you are unable to check in during check in hours, you must email us to make arrangements. For check ins after 21:00 there is a late check in fee of $20. Check ins before 11AM is not allowed.
Parking $10/night
Check out before 11:00AM, late check out fees apply if you do not clear the bed/room by 11AM.

We place a hold of $50 as security deposit when you check in.
Payment by credit cards, debit cards.
This property will pre-charge your card before arrival.

Taxes not included - 17.95%
Breakfast not included.

General:
Reception hour: from 15:00 to 21:00.
No curfew.
The maximum period of stay is of 14 days.

Please provide check in time.
Instructions will be provided after check in

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 21:00

Check Out

until 17:00

  • Non Smoking
  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Parking
  • Book Exchange
  • Board Games
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fridge/Freezer
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Reviews

8.6Fabulous(376)
  • Value for Money
    8.3
  • Security
    9.2
  • Atmosphere
    8.2
  • Cleanliness
    8.8
  • Staff
    8.6
  • Location
    8.6
  • Facilities
    8.5
Summary of traveller reviews

Boston Homestel offers a cozy atmosphere and is praised for its friendly staff and convenient location near public transport. While generally clean, some recent reviews mention issues with heating and room maintenance. It's a good option for budget travellers seeking a home-like feel.

Stayed in Aug 2026
8.9
S
Samuel
Male, 31-40, USA
quiet hostel, decent sense of security, quiet neighborhood. if youre coming from amtrak station, hop onto the blueline (2.50$) head south to JFK exit (2 stops down) and its right there.very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed in Aug 2026
9.4
J
Jonathan
Male, 18-24, USA
Great place to stay, staff responds to emails quickly, check spam for emails if you didn't receive instructions close to your reserved date. Bring an eye mask.
Stayed in May 2026
6.0
A
Angela
Female, 31-40, Cameroon
The hostel needs significant repairs. The shared areas were clean but the individual rooms were not. I think the hostel needs more staff to run efficiently and absolutely needs a handyman/plumber/carpenter. It looks like the owners personally rigged the place without getting permits from the city and without hiring a professional.
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Location

36 Moseley St., Boston, USA
4.3km from city centre