Hamtramck Hostel

This was my second time staying at the Hamtramck hostel! You will have a great time here if you know what to expect. The location is superb. It's less than 1 block from the main drag, yet located on a quiet residential street. It is safe. There is free parking on the street. TONS of great food options, and a CVS, within walking distance. The people who run the place are very friendly as were the other guests. I recommend contacting the HH ahead of time to let them know when you'll arrive, otherwise you might have to wait a bit. Most rooms are private, and the bathrooms are shared. The bathrooms were clean enough but not spotless... it's expected everyone cleans up after themselves. Every bathroom is single occupancy. There were always at least several open bathrooms available when I needed one--no waiting. I didn't use the communal areas (lounge, kitchen), but they were cute, a little shabby (just like any hostel, really). My only complaints this time around was that there was a musty smell in my room and in the lounge areas. Also, the sheets on the bed had not been changed--when I peeled back the comforter there were hair pins on the sheet. Yuck. But I let a staff person know and they got me fresh sheets and offered to re-make the bed for me. So check the sheets when you first get to your room. The mattress felt firm and very high quality, however! All in all, a memorable and very affordable place to stay. Just don't expect any frills.

First time in a hostel. Interesting experience.

Nothing is unique. Just a simple and moderate place

It’s a Hostel no matter if you have your own room, you will not have your own bathroom or even sink ... it’s safe, quiet neighborhood and building, but it’s clearly not cleaned well if at all, floors were dirty, previous guests items left in the room ... it’s as basic as it gets!

very warm and friedly.

Clean, good location to explore Detroit, friendly staff

Other than the fact no one answered the door and I had to call several times before getting ahold to someone, the place was ok to just stay for a couple of nights

The French who checked me in was very kind and sweet. I enjoyed my stay

No air conditioning. Owner was a nice guy. Came across as more of a halfway house rather than lodging.

I traveled with hostel/Hotels and this location was perfect. The accommodations were also. Kenny and Marissa were awesome staff. And my experience was great