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SLC Hostel

Property class: 2
Hostel near University of Utah in Salt Lake City

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A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, and a small countertop.
A metal locker with a wooden top, featuring multiple compartments and a sliding door.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A laundry room with a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a kettle on the counter.
A blue building with the sign "SLC Hostel" and a fish mural.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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143 West 800 South, Salt Lake City, UT, 84101
  • Place, Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Smith's Ballpark
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Salt Palace Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Salt Lake City, UT (SLC-Salt Lake City Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Single Room

A bed with a blue and black bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Basic Single Room

  • 7 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a small table with a lamp, and a red wall.

Basic Double Room

  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only

A dormitory room with bunk beds, numbered from 4 to 6, and a window providing natural light.

Basic Shared Dormitory, Men only

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Salt Lake City

Central City stay.Your stay at this Central City hostel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Utah and Salt Palace Convention Center. Classic Cars International Museum and Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Classic Cars International Antique Auto Museum of Utah - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Smith's Ballpark - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Delta Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Salt Palace Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Temple Square - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • 900 South Station - 4 min walk
  • North Temple Bridge/Guadalupe Station - 5 min drive
  • Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leavity Bread & Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Templin Family Brewing - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Lounge - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sol Agave - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk

About this property

SLC Hostel

Hostel near University of Utah in Salt Lake City
SLC Hostel offers its guests express check-out, a communal living room, and a microwave in a common area. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Salt Lake City hostel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
SLC Hostel offers 22 accommodations with ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. This Salt Lake City hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 12 shared bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15
Late check-in fee: USD 15 for check-in between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests will receive self check-in instructions from the property by 3 PM on the check-in date.

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 15 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 15 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 0.7 percent will be charged

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.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 15 for check-in between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • Children 15 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

SLC Hostel Salt Lake City
SLC Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
SLC Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Salt Lake City

Frequently asked questions

How close is SLC Hostel to the airport?

SLC Hostel is 7.1 mi (12-min drive) away from the Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does SLC Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at SLC Hostel.

Does SLC Hostel offer free breakfast?

SLC Hostel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at SLC Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at SLC Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Early check-in costs USD 15 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at SLC Hostel?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does SLC Hostel have a pool?

SLC Hostel does not have a pool.

Does SLC Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is SLC Hostel to downtown Salt Lake City?

SLC Hostel is 0.9 mi away from Salt Lake City.

SLC Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 28 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable, the building was clean, and the shower worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Midnight Train

Stayed here before. Great location. Thoughtful amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
For one night it was good, good location with two minutes walk to a transportation, is just kind of tiny room, but overall was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A++++ Highly Recommend

This was the cleanest, most organized, most secure hostel I've ever stayed at. Great location, highly recommend. Will revisit on future solo trips.
Private Room
Kitchen/Entrance Area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to access
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danuta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good inforrmation how to get access. The romm was very basic but the kitchen and common area was big and well equipped. Very clean. Easy access from the airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

SHIHCHIEH

Liked: Cleanliness
I booked a single room. I thought I am going to take a massage when I opened the room. Bathroom is clean. People live there are friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was absolutely perfect for one person. However there were two of us. But we managed well and the place was so beautifully clean in every room bathroom and toilet we were very impressed. Also impressed with the lounge rooms upstairs and down and the multiple bathrooms everywhere Thank you Arthur!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great clean inexpensive friendly convenient hotel!

What a great place. Clean, everything was new, although the property is unmanned. That took some getting used to. But the room is clean and bright. Bathrooms and showers are brand new and spotless. Full kitchen (no oven) and huge fridge/ freezer. Very quiet which is important to me. Great location and those local scooters get you anywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the openness and security. I didn't like not having someone available to answer questions
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Gabe

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good budget friendly option in SLC. Walkable to restaurants and bar and high by public transportation. Easy to find free street parking. Good wifi and clean bathrooms with good water pressure/temperature. Contactless checkin went smoothness. The room itself was felt more like a cell than a bedroom. It needed airing out. Not very comfortable or homey.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jasper Shekin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Not good not bad. Go for it if there is a strict budget. Otherwise NO
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Michal

I got there early morning around 8am Check-in from 3pm It was very cold outside, i contacted stuff to get me code access to the front door. They responded after few hours By that time i already arranged different acommodation That hostel have bad customer service How u can wait few hours for respond When i tried to call i was voice mail
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

Uncomfortable

Temp outside was 100 degrees and the place had no air conditioning. Fan in room was inoperable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1st & foremost this place is CLEAN. We came to SLC for a getaway from our kids, but didn't really have the money to spend on a hotel. We stayed in room A5 which had a queen bed. UTA Trax is super close, and the area is very walkable. We bought a last minute groupon to a Jazz game. We walked, stopped for a drink, and then went to the Delta Center. At that point we hadn't realized how trax had worked but the next day we used it to go to the mall and then to go out to an R&B show. The only complaint i have is that the lights in the hallway are VERY intense. So if you need to pee in the middle of the night its pretty shocking. But as i said so many positives cleanliness, price, location....truly a gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laís

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sou brasileira e fiquei nesse hostel. É bem localizado e tudo você faz sozinho. Não há pessoas para o checkin lá na hora, você receberá instruções por mensagem no celular . Eu peguei um quarto só para mim e fez toda a diferença. Estar sozinha é bem melhor do que compartilhar o quarto. O preço foi ótimo. O hostel é limpo, banheiro e chuveiro bons. O hostel é meio barulhento, pessoas fazem muito barulho mas faz parte. A cama também é de metal e barulhenta. Mas minha estadia foi tranquila. Ter um carro é essencial para a viagem a salt lake city porém você pode fazer tudo com o trem que é excelente também. Para ir ao hostel eu utilizei o trem diretamente do aeroporto e foi muito tranquilo e rápido e barato, fácil acesso ao hostel. Para quem gosta da escola do HSM, fica perto de lá aproximadamente 8 minutos de carro. Vale a pena ficar nesse hostel. Recomendo pegar um quarto com single bad se for ficar mais de 2 dias no hostel. A estadia foi excelente e nenhum problema. Eu recomendo.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I slept soundly, and the room was comfortable. My only complaint: there was a strange smell in the main area and hallway. Overall, it was a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The entire hostel is self service, meaning that there is no staff on hand. If you have problems with anything you are supposed to call the manager. I paid $45 for a private room, which was clean, but it was the size of a jail cell and had the personality of one as well. The room was about 12x10, with enough room for a cheap steel frame bed and a thin mattress. There was only one pillow which was so thin I had to fold it in half to make it function. The walls and door to the room was so thin that I could hear everything happening in the rooms around mine and the halls all echoed, so that I could hear everything out side the room. The whole place had a depressing, abandoned feel to it but I knew it wasn’t abandoned because I heard people through the thin walls and door all night.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Peter J

Disliked: Staff & service

Couldn't get into my room because there was no key

Got to the hotel, went to the, went to the check-in process. Unlock to the key box to my room to find there was no key in the box. After repeated calls and texts for over an hour I could get no response. There was no on-site staff to let me in my room. I was forced to book another hotel room for the night after a very long day. Very upset about this entire ordeal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great stay for the solo traveler.

SLC hostel is a great choice for the solo traveler. Just a block away from the TRAX. Which gives you access to downtown, airport and around the region. It has the amenities you’d expect at a hostel such as separate kitchen, shower rooms, bathrooms but, I never had any competition to use these during my stay. Self check in was easy, I also like that they allow you to store luggage (for a fee) after checkout so you can spend your last day in SLC exploring without lugging around your bags. The management is easy to reach and was able to assist within 10 minutes.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Guest

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in system is a nightmare. The actual hostel felt like a halfway house. Old people down on there luck stay for a long time. Cursing and screaming, dogs running around in the middle of the night
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Marion

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really creepy place with weirdly aggressive owners
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is clean but that’s all it has going for it. It’s especially disappointing how they try to charge you extra fees at every single corner. Most hostels have pad-lockable cabinets in the rooms for each guest, this place wants $7 extra PER DAY. And they make you do everything yourself, there is no service other than a daily morning cleaning of the common areas. Worst hostel I’ve been to anywhere in the US by far.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great, low-key spot

Probably the most seamless and quiet hostel experience I've ever had. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best Hostel I've stayed at so far Very Clean and Comfortable best money spent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

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