A street corner with a traffic light, a street sign reading "Pearl St Mall 1900", and a brick building with multiple windows.

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Our top choices for Boulder hostels

A hot tub with a wooden deck, a green wall with a neon sign, and outdoor seating.

1. Ember Hostel

Ember Hostel
2.0 star property
Capitol Hill
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (535 reviews)
"So so amazing for solo traveling (or not!) went with a coworker, beds were comfy, staff was so chill, and stayed up til early morning chatting with people."
United States
Reva
$73 nightly
The price is $84
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Ember Hostel
Courtyard

2. 11th Avenue Hostel

11th Avenue Hostel
2.0 star property
Capitol Hill
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (354 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, helpful and friendly staff, and the building is beautiful."
United States
Ashley
$67 nightly
The price is $77
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
11th Avenue Hostel
A grand staircase with a wooden finish and black balustrade, leading to an upper floor.

3. Hostel Fish

Hostel Fish
2.0 star property
Five Points
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (772 reviews)
"Awesome place to stay. Very clean. Bed was comfortable. Staff were really helpful."
United States
charles
$127 nightly
The price is $146
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Hostel Fish
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Top Boulder Hotel Reviews

A-Lodge Boulder

A-Lodge Boulder

8/10 Good
"Beautiful property located a very short distance from downtown Boulder and the University. Would and will definitely stay here again in the future...thank you!"
Craig 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
A-Lodge Boulder

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Boulder Hostels information

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535
Accommodation
0 Hostels
Lowest Price
$77
Highest Price
$146

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Boulder?
Wondering where other guests have stayed overnight in Boulder? Here are a few popular choices that might have more budget-friendly prices: Hotel Boulderado - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Limelight Boulder - Located within a 10-minute walk of University of Colorado Boulder and Pearl Street Mall. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel. A-Lodge Boulder - Located within a 20-minute walk of Pearl Street Mall. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Boulder?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 67°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 29°F. The snowiest months in Boulder are March, February, October, and November, with each month seeing an average of 12 inches of snowfall.
What is there to see and do in Boulder?
Depending on your interests, you might appreciate the area around Boulder. Get out into nature with places like Boulder Creek, Flagstaff Mountain, and Valmont City Park. Cultural attractions include Boulder Theater, Fox Theater, and Dairy Center for the Arts. Visit landmarks like Downtown Boulder Historic District and Colorado Chautauqua.
What's the best way to get to and around Boulder while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Boulder on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan), 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from the city center. Another option is Fort Collins, CO (FNL-Fort Collins-Loveland Municipal), situated 33.1 mi (53.3 km) away.

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