72%The Prescott International...

The restaurants around the area are quite good and cheap. I really enjoyed walking around the neighborhood.

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by q-jasmine2015 – posted on Nov 24, 2008

2

Really nice! Getting there involved subway and bus (which does not go after 1 am), but in return you're in a real American neighborhood, I think. A very nice place, used to be a hotel, and it shows. My room, #27, was really cramped, now, with two bunk beds in there. If going out late is not your... more Really nice! Getting there involved subway and bus (which does not go after 1 am), but in return you're in a real American neighborhood, I think. A very nice place, used to be a hotel, and it shows. My room, #27, was really cramped, now, with two bunk beds in there. If going out late is not your thing, go here instead of the H.I. Boston Downtown, where I stayed for a couple of days as well.close

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by pschaafsma – posted on Nov 15, 2008

5

nice historic hostel, a little bit run down and not the next one to the center but a good alternative to the HI with a nice staff. They've got a shuttle service to the metro in the morning, free internet and some restaurants and pubs around.

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by mail4875 – posted on Nov 12, 2008

1

price-performance ratio isn't good

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by claudia3410 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

1

Prescott International Hostel is a very old building with tradition in the branch. I saw people from Europe, Latin America and Asia . All of those people were young people every with diferent interests. Those things make an answer of that he is international!

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by blue-angel-3332893 – posted on Nov 9, 2008

1

The many members of staff were overall pleasant, however a couple were more or less indifferent and ran the place with the motivation of the almighty dollar. The bathrooms were very clean and that is important. The price was not unreasonable, and I wouldn't even mind paying 5-10 dollars more... more The many members of staff were overall pleasant, however a couple were more or less indifferent and ran the place with the motivation of the almighty dollar. The bathrooms were very clean and that is important. The price was not unreasonable, and I wouldn't even mind paying 5-10 dollars more for a better mattress and pillow. Location a bit out of the way, but if you like the local diversity and riding the T then...enjoy!close

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by wanderingsch – posted on Nov 4, 2008

6

we had lots of fun in your hostel! we just stayed for a job fair, but we met travelers from argentina! thank you very much.

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by pandaandsebastian5907 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

1

This hostel is FAR away from downtown Boston! It lacks good entertainment and because it is so far away, I think, we didn't meet many people here. Downtown is about 30 minutes by both bus and metro! Rooms were nice and clean and everything looked nice.

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by jona0497 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

5

It was not a good first time experience at this place. I got lost finding the hostel and rang up to get help, but the guy was rude and not helpful. I chose this place because of the character, but when I arrived they transported me to another site which is not the hotel. I only had a couple of... more It was not a good first time experience at this place. I got lost finding the hostel and rang up to get help, but the guy was rude and not helpful. I chose this place because of the character, but when I arrived they transported me to another site which is not the hotel. I only had a couple of draps for blankets so was cold in the night. The shower is good and it is clean, but it would not my first choice for my next visit.close

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by lishayoung5081 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

1

When many people stay together, hot water is not available... However, staff at there were so kind and excellent! You should try the restaurant they recommend.

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by bob1dod6943 – posted on Nov 3, 2008

1

Tax not included in the price quoted by Hostelworld!! Had to pay extra $5 for my total, making it $68 instead of $63 shown by Hostelworld.. Which is the first time this has happened to me!!

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by krystha17 – posted on Oct 29, 2008

5

a little out of town, bus and train are needed to be downtown in about 20 min. private bathroom in dorms is a plus

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by sophieabegg4479 – posted on Oct 28, 2008

3

Fine. It is really out in the sticks and the T does shut down fairly early so if you are wanting to go out etc then get your act together and book in town ahead of time. Aside from the location it was perfectly fine. I had one of the best sleeps of my life here.

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by timothyontour1477 – posted on Oct 26, 2008

2

This hostel is in Everett. Nothing interesting has ever happened in Everett, check out wikipedia to prove this point. It has a laundromat and you have to get on the train for a lengthy period of time to be in the heart of Boston. One night here was enough but it was a restful place to stay and... more This hostel is in Everett. Nothing interesting has ever happened in Everett, check out wikipedia to prove this point. It has a laundromat and you have to get on the train for a lengthy period of time to be in the heart of Boston. One night here was enough but it was a restful place to stay and gave us a break from sightseeing. There is a laundry and supermarket nearby.close

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by Steven2081 – posted on Oct 23, 2008

3

Everything is well except the security. You know what, as we shared the toilet with the nextdoor boys, how can they kicked the door of toilet to our room in the midnight!!! We warned him several times but the situation lasted for 15 minutes!! For the girls, the security is the most important...

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by ebc-0075274 – posted on Oct 20, 2008

1

This hostel is advertised as being "in Boston" but it's really not... it's in an outlying suburb that takes almost an hour to get to by train and bus. For someone who is unfamiliar with the city and is expecting a hostel that is at least within the Boston city limits, this is a rather...

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by danielmirk8946 – posted on Oct 20, 2008

1

The window couldn't be closed; it was stuck. The ventilation in the bathroom didn't work, and considering the extensive mold on the ceiling it hasn't worked for quite some time. The floors were dirty, and I wonder how often the blankets are washed.

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by meike5089 – posted on Oct 20, 2008

1

Bit out of town, but if you don't mind 20 min in subway, it's not a problem. Somebody toke my cheap-ass chinatown slippers and my water at this place(what is up with that?!)

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by jonkevin2736 – posted on Oct 20, 2008

16

We arrived and were told that we were actually staying at a different location, once we got to the different location they couldn't find the key to our room and we were told that they were "too busy" to give us directions to the nearest T so we could get into Boston. Initially they... more We arrived and were told that we were actually staying at a different location, once we got to the different location they couldn't find the key to our room and we were told that they were "too busy" to give us directions to the nearest T so we could get into Boston. Initially they tried to give us a worse room than we had paid for and it was only after argument that they gave us the room we were supposed to be in. Very badly organisedclose

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by jbush8250 – posted on Oct 20, 2008

1

I had such a blast here. The best bar is downstairs, it's BYOB! The staff was so helpful. Karen was awesome, she really made an effort to make sure I had a great stay. Will stay again!

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by kieranjacobson593 – posted on Oct 20, 2008

1

I called twice to check on the location and I was told it was 3 miles from Harvard when in reality was 6 miles, I ended up spending a significant amount in taxi and transportation. A deciving technique to get more business perhaps. The hotel was incredibly dirty with trash cans full of exposed... more I called twice to check on the location and I was told it was 3 miles from Harvard when in reality was 6 miles, I ended up spending a significant amount in taxi and transportation. A deciving technique to get more business perhaps. The hotel was incredibly dirty with trash cans full of exposed trash and dirty/torn furniture to sit on in the basement and the staff very unprofessional and rude. I will not recomend this experience to others.close

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by sabur0013521 – posted on Oct 20, 2008

1

Nice Place to stay.

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by neeoda – posted on Oct 18, 2008

1

Une auberge géniale malheureusement située extrêmement loin du centre de Boston ! Il faut compter 45 minutes voire une heure de transport en commun depuis la gare... Vraiment dommage car le lieu ne manque pas de charme !

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by antoinelepetit – posted on Oct 16, 2008

4

We arrived only to be driven to another place where the rooms were. Every room is a 6 bed dorm with toilet (which you share with your neighbour) and showers are down the hall. Not too far to bus/train station, computers good, kitchen average. Try stay in city if you want to go out.

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by djg0073364 – posted on Oct 15, 2008

26

Bad points: 30 minutes away from downtown Boston, lockers not in good shape, rooms not very big. Good points: things I didn't expect (since it said no kitchen or breakfast), like microwave, fridge and hot coffee and tea every morning; most of the staff friendly and helpful; bathroom with shampoo... more Bad points: 30 minutes away from downtown Boston, lockers not in good shape, rooms not very big. Good points: things I didn't expect (since it said no kitchen or breakfast), like microwave, fridge and hot coffee and tea every morning; most of the staff friendly and helpful; bathroom with shampoo and shower soap dispenser. I made a mistake with my reservation (chose wrong day and type of room), and I still got a room, on the right day and in the type of dorm that I requested right there.close

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by Daphoenyx – posted on Oct 15, 2008

1

Very nice, but pretty expensive and pretty out of the way of Boston, although the free shuttle to the T stop in the morning was nice.

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by chupsikina2501 – posted on Oct 14, 2008

1

A bit expensive for what we've got (in comparison with other hostels).

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by jeanphilippech – posted on Oct 14, 2008

1

we stayed in a 2 bed female dorm ensuite. the man at the counter in the afternoon was very helpful but the man at night is extremely rude. we had a tv in our room and there were some problems with the plug. we approach him but all he can say is that he cant do anything. we manage to fix the tv... more we stayed in a 2 bed female dorm ensuite. the man at the counter in the afternoon was very helpful but the man at night is extremely rude. we had a tv in our room and there were some problems with the plug. we approach him but all he can say is that he cant do anything. we manage to fix the tv ourselves, but someone has to teach that guy some manners. also there's no kitchen, its more like a hotel. its quite far from the city center but its a safe location to stay in.close

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by me-jiani – posted on Oct 13, 2008

2

it's so far to downtown. others are ok.

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by siliny11163617 – posted on Oct 13, 2008

6

Quite expensive for what it was.

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by abandonedgra – posted on Oct 12, 2008

1

The Prescott hostel was good but was a fair distance from the town centre, you have to take a bus and then a train. The location is quite but has a very nice pizza place next to it. (next to the dollar store)

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by manjohnsilver3019 – posted on Oct 9, 2008

1

Thanks for doing a very good job providing such a nice place as a hostel! :)

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by Evilsmile – posted on Oct 8, 2008

3

you dont need to arrange an appointment. you can find every time bed. it is aplace to have only little sleep. it is ok. that s all folks

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by drcu – posted on Oct 6, 2008

2

location is a bit rubbish but staff are really helpful of ways of getting around to see the sites. very clean. very safe. loved every minute of it

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by kayitfc4218 – posted on Oct 5, 2008

14

wonderful service, the staff are great people.

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by Amywalte – posted on Oct 4, 2008

1

no comments

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by bmillanes6531 – posted on Oct 3, 2008

1

The prescott offers a value for money service with very helpful staff. The location is fine- one bus and a tram 20 mins. Boston has public transit until 1200am. My only complaints the beds being very poor quality, also room booked was 2 dorm but placed in a 5 dorm with people checking into it late.

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by asb91047 – posted on Oct 3, 2008

7

Not the friendliest. We were late, cause we got lost. And our first comments were not you made it....how are you? But rather "You're late." We knew, we felt bad, and it was just stating the obvious. The lady on the phone talked about a key hidden, but they waited for us, so... more Not the friendliest. We were late, cause we got lost. And our first comments were not you made it....how are you? But rather "You're late." We knew, we felt bad, and it was just stating the obvious. The lady on the phone talked about a key hidden, but they waited for us, so we did feel bad. I slept well...but there was an odor in the room. Thank you for the stay and letting us in though we were late. Thanks for the breakfast and water as well.close

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by thecheryl73818 – posted on Oct 3, 2008

1

ES EL SITIO MÁS SUCIO Y COCHAMBROSO DONDE HE DORMIDO NUNCA, ADEMÁS EL TRATO NO ACOMPAÑA

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by popinstant4392 – posted on Oct 3, 2008

1

Not a very good location. No organised activities.

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by cmroyle5155 – posted on Oct 2, 2008

1