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. Extra towels available upon request(5USD) and earplugs(2usd). Self check in available. Microwave and refrigerator available.

Boston Homestel terms and conditions:

Cancellation policy: 7 days 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 11:00

  • Credit Cards Not Accepted
  • No Curfew
  • 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

7.9Very Good(388)
  • Value for Money
    7.7
  • Security
    8.7
  • Atmosphere
    7.6
  • Cleanliness
    7.8
  • Staff
    8.2
  • Location
    8.4
  • Facilities
    7.4
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 Oct 2026
9.4
M
Maryam
Female, 18-24, USA
Nice place to stay in a quiet neighborhood. Close access to the metro. Also, very clean; a cleaner came daily to clean communal and private areas. Highly recommend
Stayed in Oct 2026
4.6
B
Brogan
Couple, 31-40, USA
Shared bathroom and bedroom was very old and gross. Did not feel clean.
Stayed in Oct 2026
5.7
A
Anonymous
Female, 25-30, Germany
Location is nice close to the Train. It is noisy and not very clean. Appliances in the kitchen are available but dirty. They let you leave luggage for free which is nice.
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Location

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