HI - Seattle Hostel at the American Hotel
520 South King Street, International District, Seattle, WA 98104, United States – Great location - show map – Metro access
The rooms were clean and the bathrooms remained clean throughout, no matter when I went. Great staff.
IndiaI shared the room with just 1 more girl, so that was great. Breakfast was sufficient- fruit, oatmeal, granola bars.
Czech RepublicNice lounges, rooms are outfitted as expected and staff were very friendly and helpful.
ItalyGreat hostel with lovely staff. I liked that it felt very secure, had lots of good communal space, a well stocked kitchen, and clean and well kept bathrooms. There’s a nice laidback feel and I thought it was great value for money.
United KingdomGreat location, there are many restaurants and subway next to it, the traffic is very convenient.There is a good kitchen to use.The price is also very cheap, I will stay again if I can
Taiwanlocation beside station was fantastic staff were very friendly and very helpful common areas are fantastic
United KingdomA 5 minute walk from the train station. Towel given free of charge. A good breakfast provided every day (with oatmeal packs, fruit, breakfast bars). Pristine rooms and sheets, very clean kitchen and bathrooms always stocked with cleaning supplies (Clorox wipes and disinfectant spray) so you can clean the floors or surfaces if you’re paranoid. Plenty of bathrooms and showers. Laundry room - $2.50 for washer, $2.50 for dryer. Laundry pods provided free of charge which was great. Overall a very comfortable and relaxed hostel.
United Kingdomeverything’s clean! the staff is always ready to help you
United StatesIt's a hostel. I had a room to myself. The staff especially Jenna were really helpful. It was nice seeing the young people and families using the kitchen. It's actually just an interesting walk to uptown. Avoid 3rd street. Value for money, share bathrooms etc, good places to eat nearby. Homeless nearby, but that is everywhere in the US.
AustraliaExcellent location. Helpful staff. Front entrance looks a little sketchy at first but once you're in its fine. Nice sitting room. Well organised with quiet hours and great security.
United Kingdom
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Amit
India
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Michelle
Czech Republic
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Meghan
Italy
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Molly
United Kingdom
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Chien-chen
Taiwan
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Suzanne
United Kingdom
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Ciara
United Kingdom
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Polina
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Terence
Australia
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Gillian
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Stay in the heart of Seattle – Great location - show map
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Located 2 blocks from train and bus access, this hostel is situated in the Chinatown-International District of Seattle. It features dormitory guest rooms and is 15 minutes' walk from Pike Place Market and Seattle Aquarium.
Each dormitory room at the hostel is equipped with lockers. The hostel is open 24 hours a day and there is no curfew. Free Wi-Fi is available.
A common kitchen, library, and TV room are part of this Hostelling International property. Card-operated laundry facilities are located on site, and a free continental breakfast is offered.
King Street Station is less than 5 minutes' walk from the property, while SeaTac Airport is 30 minutes' drive away. The ferry terminal is 1 miles away. Century Link Event Center is a 10-minute walk from the hostel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.
Most popular facilities
ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM machine on site.
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See what guests loved the most:
Amit
India“The rooms were clean and the bathrooms remained clean throughout, no matter when I went. Great staff.”
Michelle
Czech Republic“I shared the room with just 1 more girl, so that was great. Breakfast was sufficient- fruit, oatmeal, granola bars.”- Meghan
Italy“Nice lounges, rooms are outfitted as expected and staff were very friendly and helpful.” - Molly
United Kingdom“Great hostel with lovely staff. I liked that it felt very secure, had lots of good communal space, a well stocked kitchen, and clean and well kept bathrooms. There’s a nice laidback feel and I thought it was great value for money.” - Chien-chen
Taiwan“Great location, there are many restaurants and subway next to it, the traffic is very convenient.There is a good kitchen to use.The price is also very cheap, I will stay again if I can” 
SuzanneUnited Kingdom“location beside station was fantastic staff were very friendly and very helpful common areas are fantastic”- CiaraUnited Kingdom“A 5 minute walk from the train station. Towel given free of charge. A good breakfast provided every day (with oatmeal packs, fruit, breakfast bars). Pristine rooms and sheets, very clean kitchen and bathrooms always stocked with cleaning supplies...”
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United States“everything’s clean! the staff is always ready to help you” 
Terence
Australia“It's a hostel. I had a room to myself. The staff especially Jenna were really helpful. It was nice seeing the young people and families using the kitchen. It's actually just an interesting walk to uptown. Avoid 3rd street. Value for money, share...”
GillianUnited Kingdom“Excellent location. Helpful staff. Front entrance looks a little sketchy at first but once you're in its fine. Nice sitting room. Well organised with quiet hours and great security.”
- If we are staying for two nights, how does suitcase/other luggage storage work?Hello! If you arrive early, you can store your luggage at the front desk and it is complimentary. After check-out, luggage storage is free until 1pm. ..Answered on 26 February 2020
- Do you require credit card to check in ?Hello! We do not require a credit card to check-in.Answered on 22 January 2020
- Are sheets and towels included?Hello! Yes, sheets and towels are included.Answered on 5 September 2019
- Is it quiet at night?Hello! We are located in the busy neighborhood in the Chinatown/International District. While there will be some noise at night, we have complimentary..Answered on 31 July 2019
- Is your hostel handicap accessible? I have a mobility scooter myself.Yes, we have an elevator as well as ADA compliant bathroom stalls and showers.Answered on 14 April 2021
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House rules
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
HI - Seattle Hostel at the American Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note: You must be over the age of 18 to stay at the hostel, or have a parent or guardian present.
HI-Seattle at the American Hotel Hostel has a 14 day maximum stay policy. Exceptions to this policy require management approval.
Please note that groups of 5 or more people are requested to contact the hostel for special pricing. A group deposit of 20% of the total reservation price will be required.
Please note that alcohol, smoking, and weapons of any kind are not allowed on hostel premises. We are registered as a gun-free business in Seattle.
The property does not accept advance payments or third party payments.
Please Note: Only one discount can be applied at a time. Member deals cannot be applied to discounted rates.
Proof of vaccination required to stay at this property.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform HI - Seattle Hostel at the American Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.
FAQs about HI - Seattle Hostel at the American Hotel
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HI - Seattle Hostel at the American Hotel is 1,050 yards from the centre of Seattle.
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The prices at HI - Seattle Hostel at the American Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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HI - Seattle Hostel at the American Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Games room
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Check-in at HI - Seattle Hostel at the American Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to HI - Seattle Hostel at the American Hotel by:
- Train 35min
