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Our top choices for Great Lakes hostels

A spacious lobby with seating areas, a staircase, and large windows.

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 S$148
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
HI Chicago Hostel
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf filled with books.

2. Chicago Parthenon Hostel

Chicago Parthenon Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Chicago
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (536 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 S$155
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Chicago Parthenon Hostel
A modern lounge area with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and green cushioned chairs.

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 S$113
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Zenith Basecamp
A modern living room with a television, a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

4. Check Inn

Check Inn
1.0 star property
Old Toronto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (36 reviews)
"Clean room"
Canada
Gilberth
The price is S$131
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Check Inn
An indoor space with tables and benches, a ceiling with exposed beams, and a mural on the wall.

5. Samesun Toronto - Hostel

Samesun Toronto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Toronto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (732 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
Canada
Oscar Romero
The price is S$124
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Samesun Toronto - Hostel
A group of people dining at a table with a chalkboard displaying names and a hotel logo.

6. Hamtramck Hostel

Hamtramck Hostel
1.0 star property
Hamtramck
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (98 reviews)
"Really nice place. Relaxing and laid back. Staff are nice and actually care about the guests. Also several unique food options nearby. "
United States
Joshua
The price is S$108
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Hamtramck Hostel
A traditional living room with a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a gaming setup.

7. Pring Guesthouse - Hostel

Pring Guesthouse - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Hamilton
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (209 reviews)
"Quiet place, easy check-in, the host was friendly and helpful"
Canada
Charleen
The price is S$120
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Pring Guesthouse - 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, (325 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 S$129
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hostel du Nord
A building entrance with a stone facade, white columns, and a wooden door.

9. Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Ottawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"One of the best hostels I have ever seen! Very good for the price! Highly recommended!"
Canada
Abdulazizjon
The price is S$99
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel
A serene lake surrounded by trees with autumn foliage.

10. Guest House on the Mount

Guest House on the Mount
2.0 star property
Masonville
7.8 out of 10, Good, (899 reviews)
"Great location to university hospital."
United States
Aylisa
The price is S$97
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Guest House on the Mount
A kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a wooden ceiling, a red microwave, and a refrigerator.

11. Grand House

Grand House
2.0 star property
West Town
7.2 out of 10, Good, (76 reviews)
"This stay went super smooth. Noise isn’t really a big thing around here. Yes the rooms are small but they workout perfectly for just sleeping. Area is quite pleasant with many restaurants and bars to pick from."
United States
Bryce
The price is S$150
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Grand House
A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

12. 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 S$162
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Barefoot Inn
A buffet table with various food items including fruits, waffles, and condiments.

13. Wrigley Hostel

Wrigley Hostel
1.5 star property
Lakeview
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (501 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 S$248
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Wrigley Hostel
A colorful storefront with a sign for 'Studio 124' and 'Photo Studio'.

14. STAY

STAY
2.0 star property
West Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (267 reviews)
"Everyone was friendly, welcoming and accommodating. The facility was clean, but do know they were making some repairs. Kitchen had what you needed. I could have used a fuller pillow, but that was no biggie. Close to a grocery store, pharmacy, Ulta (which was so helpful!), and some eateries. Close to the Metro, which was great! Not as close to downtown as I would have liked, but it wasn't too far either. Definitely a place worth checking out!"
United States
Maria
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
STAY
A cozy outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a sign for the Ottawa Backpackers Inn.

15. Ottawa Backpackers Inn

Ottawa Backpackers Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Ottawa
7.6 out of 10, Good, (364 reviews)
"Helpful staff, clean simple rooms"
Canada
Malcolm
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Ottawa Backpackers Inn
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a dining table, and a clock on the wall.

16. All Days Hostel

All Days Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Toronto
7.8 out of 10, Good, (249 reviews)
"Everything was excellent, the staff was very kindness and helpful."
United States
GALO
All Days Hostel
A hot tub under a wooden gazebo with a bench and a trash bin nearby.

17. The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel

The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel
1.5 star property
University District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (278 reviews)
"We had a great stay, definitely will book again when we are in the area!"
United States
Tatyana L.
The price is S$101
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Wayfaring Buckeye Hostel
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee table with magazines, a sofa, and a fireplace.

18. 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 S$487
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Nashwauk Lodging - Hostel
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Number of reviews
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Accommodation
10 Hostels
Lowest Price
S$97
Highest Price
S$487