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Our top choices for Great Lakes hostels

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1. HI Chicago Hostel

HI Chicago Hostel
1.5 star property
Downtown Chicago
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,436 reviews)
"Excellent location easy to get around."
United States
Helen
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
HI Chicago Hostel
Interior detail

2. Chicago Parthenon Hostel

Chicago Parthenon Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (541 reviews)
"Definitely the best place to stay the night. The building is well taken care of. Both kitchen and bathrooms are always clean and easy to locate."
United States
Jennifer
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
Lobby sitting area

3. Zenith Basecamp

Zenith Basecamp
1.0 star property
Lincoln Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (72 reviews)
"Pleasantly surprised! Highly recommend this place!"
United States
Michael
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Zenith Basecamp
Living area

4. Check Inn

Check Inn
1.0 star property
Old Toronto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (38 reviews)
"Very friendly accommodating staff"
Canada
Christian
The price is £65
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Check Inn
Interior

5. Hamtramck Hostel

Hamtramck Hostel
1.0 star property
Hamtramck
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (99 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 £63
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hamtramck Hostel
Exterior

6. Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Ottawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room and bathroom Helpful staff"
United States
Frederick
The price is £54
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
Coffee/tea maker, full-sized fridge, microwave, oven

7. Hostel du Nord

Hostel du Nord
2.0 star property
Downtown Duluth
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (326 reviews)
"Great hostel. Well run. Clean. Appreciated the semi privacy and the shared spaces. Kitchen was nice to have and well stocked with cooking equipment."
United States
Tara
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hostel du Nord
Interior

8. Samesun Toronto - Hostel

Samesun Toronto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Toronto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (733 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
Canada
Oscar Romero
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Samesun Toronto - Hostel
Property grounds

9. Guest House on the Mount

Guest House on the Mount
2.0 star property
Masonville
7.8 out of 10, Good, (901 reviews)
"location is great, right next to the Western University Campus."
Canada
Cordelia
The price is £57
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Guest House on the Mount
Interior detail

10. Pring Guesthouse - Hostel

Pring Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Hamilton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (211 reviews)
"i don’t have anything bad to say about this place it felt like home! i was so comfortable and the host is so welcoming. i will def come back!!"
Canada
Esther
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Pring Guesthouse - Hostel
Interior

11. Barefoot Inn

Barefoot Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Ottawa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (111 reviews)
"It was a great room, short walk from the Rogers Centre and the market"
Canada
Christopher
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Barefoot Inn
Front of property

12. Ottawa Backpackers Inn

Ottawa Backpackers Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Ottawa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (366 reviews)
"Helpful staff, clean simple rooms"
Canada
Malcolm
The price is £58
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Ottawa Backpackers Inn
Restaurant

13. Wrigley Hostel

Wrigley Hostel
1.5 star property
Lakeview
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (503 reviews)
"The staff were really helpful and the hostel is near the red line AND North Halstead which is perfect for LGBTQ travellers"
United States
Christian
The price is £128
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Wrigley Hostel
Front of property

14. STAY

STAY
2.0 star property
West Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (271 reviews)
"I will recommend this place to any traveler that doesn’t wanna pay an arm and a leg this place is clean. Staff is quick to answer. Five out of five stars in my book."
United States
Rafael
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
STAY
Property grounds

15. Christmas Tree Farm | 16 Acres · Dog-Friendly · Fire Pit

Christmas Tree Farm | 16 Acres · Dog-Friendly · Fire Pit
Berrien Center
Christmas Tree Farm | 16 Acres · Dog-Friendly · Fire Pit
Dining

16. All Days Hostel

All Days Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Toronto
7.8 out of 10, Good, (253 reviews)
"A decent hostel experience, a but far uptown but nothing bad to say about the place"
Canada
Kenan
The price is £72
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
All Days Hostel
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets

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 £180
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Stay on Clay - Suite #7
Outdoor spa tub

18. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel
1.5 star property
University District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (279 reviews)
"The staff were super helpful, the vibes were great. It was amazing :) def saying again"
Canada
Krystal
The price is £54
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel
Living area

19. Nashwauk Lodging - Hostel

Nashwauk Lodging - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nashwauk
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18 reviews)
"someone was on the phone talking really loud at midnight. the front door wasnt locked at all throughout the night. the sink was clogged in the bathroom. "
United States
Amber
The price is £284
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Nashwauk Lodging - Hostel
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Top Great Lakes Hotel Reviews

One King West Hotel & Residence

One King West Hotel & Residence

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location. Many dining options nearby. Friendly staff. Good gym facilities."
Eileen 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
One King West Hotel & Residence

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
£54
Highest Price
£284