Lincoln Park stay.Your stay at this Lincoln Park hostel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Bayfront Festival Park and Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. AMSOIL Arena and North Shore Scenic Railroad are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Duluth Heritage Sports Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Duluth Children's Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Wade Stadium - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Enger Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Enger Tower - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Kwik Trip - 2 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min drive
Duluth Grill - 3 min walk
Taco John's - 3 min drive
Arby's - 3 min drive
About this property
Zenith Basecamp
Hostel near Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth
As a guest of Zenith Basecamp, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, shopping on site, and a communal living room. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Zenith Basecamp also features a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a water dispenser. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Zenith Basecamp was completed in January 2025.
This Duluth hostel is smoke free.
1 building
11 guestrooms or units
2 levels
Built in 1908
Tour and ticket information
Onsite shopping
No smoking on site
Microwave in a common area
Refrigerator in a common area
Water dispenser
Bar or lounge
Zenith Basecamp offers 11 accommodations with air conditioning. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. This Duluth hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
Things to do
Games
Shopping
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
Front entrance ramp
Smooth flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in room
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
6 detached private bathrooms
Shower
Food and drink
Restaurant dining guides
More
Air conditioning
Heating
Mobile key entry
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are required to download the property's Flexipass mobile app before check-in
This property enforces quiet hours from 9:00 AM to 7:00 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Private entrance, smart lock
Pets
Pets: USD 10 per pet, per night
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cribs (infant beds) are not available.
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Service fee: 2 percent
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Pet fee: USD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
Zenith Basecamp is 7 mi (12-min drive) away from the Duluth, MN (DLH-Duluth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Zenith Basecamp?
As of Sept 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zenith Basecamp on Oct 6, 2026 start from CA $114, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Zenith Basecamp have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Zenith Basecamp.
How close is Zenith Basecamp to the beach?
This hostel is 4.5 mi (14-min drive) from Park Point Beach.
Does Zenith Basecamp offer free breakfast?
Zenith Basecamp does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Zenith Basecamp?
No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Fond-du-Luth Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Zenith Basecamp?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at Zenith Basecamp?
This hostel offers free self parking.
Does Zenith Basecamp have a pool?
Zenith Basecamp does not have a pool.
Does Zenith Basecamp have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hostel.
How close is Zenith Basecamp to downtown Duluth?
Zenith Basecamp is 2.4 mi away from Duluth.
Zenith Basecamp Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
I was so pleasantly surprised with Zenith Basecamp! Definitely the nicest "hostel" I've been to. All spaces- bedroom, bathroom and common areas- were clean and spacious
I didn't realize it was not like a regular hotel. The room had a bed a cooler and a chair. The restroom and showers were communal. The walls were thin and you could hear everything like coughing in the adjacent rooms.
Bruce
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
JENNIFER
Feb 9, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This hostel is a gem. Clean and efficient and well located.
JENNIFER
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Julia
Apr 25, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Room was very clean and so was the entire space. Even had water set and and ready for my pup!
We really enjoyed our stay.
It would be nicer if they had small garbage cans in our bedroom instead of having to go to the small kitchen or the bathroom every time.
Also they should provide at least coffee in the morning.
It doesn't have a hostel vibe, there's no intercultural exchange but the place is clean and very comfortable.
No parking available right at the building but across the street.
Clean and comfortable place to stay, much nicer than anticipated. One surprise: the top slats of the room walls are offset (probably for airflow) which means that you hear every sound. Bring earplugs if you are a light sleeper. Not being able to open the window was a little frustrating but for the price I can’t complain too much. The place was clean, felt safe, there was reserved parking with our room and spacious bathrooms.
Clean, great lounge and nice little store on the ground floor!
Charlene
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Keegan
Jun 3, 2026
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Walls are basically curtains. Weird offset slats on the tops of the walls by the room so you can see light from the other rooms and hear EVERYTHING. Hearing the person in the next room toss and turn in bed. Some degenerate left baby batter in one of the toilets.
Simple and clean with a microwave to enable us to heat up leftovers in the glass bowls we brought along. Tableware suited us fine, including the hard plastic dishes and bowls - we just don’t put plastic in a microwave, (maybe some types are ok - we just avoid it).
Mattress was a bit too soft to our liking, but it was ok. Not being tech-savvy and skittish about downloading another app so we could use our phones as our “room key,” we appreciated Joe’s helpfulness and the option to obtain a physical key card.
We brought everything else we needed, as recommended.
Great location! Easy to walk to the local breweries and restaurants. Check-in was easy and our room was clean and spacious! We brought a box fan with to help with noise cancelling and we slept like babies. We’ll be back!
Simple and comfy. Affordable too! Bathrooms were not always available at convenient times and you can hear everything from other guests but it is a lovely place to stay affordably.
All of the information provided by staff was accurate and helpful. I did have an issue with parking since another person was in my spot. Since I was required to park in my space, I was worried about being ticketed. I communicated with the staff via email and Expedia, but did not get a response. It was short notice and I was told that they would respond within 24 hours. The issue was that would not help me in that moment which is not anyone's fault. Just an oversight.
What a great find in Duluth! The bed was comfortable, the bathrooms were clean, the shower water was hot, and the kitchen area was appreciated. The staff were so kind and helpful! I enjoyed the bar, gift shop, and outdoors focused ambiance. The only downside was that I could hear my neighbors at times, but for the price and value it wasn't a big deal. I'll be back!
I liked the hostel setup. Private room, individual bathroom/showers. Not at all like a college dorm, for instance. But more interesting than a chain motel. Good restaurants as well as fast food and gas stations within a block’s walking. Sweet cozy cocktail bar downstairs.
I thought the property was very nice, comfortable, and everyone was very nice! Truly, my only complaint is that you can hear EVERYTHING in the rooms, even from other guests down the hall. Most of the time, the noise level was okay, but there were some very inebriated and boisterous guests up all night during our stay who made it impossible to get any sleep.
Other than the noise, the stay was great!