I like the HI. If you're a touring band they let you stay for $20 a member. AND they never got upset when partied late after the show. Cool courtyard for pre show beers and it's right behind whyte ave. Walking distance to wherever you're playing. AND co-Ed shower in the basement! Thanks HI.

I stayed in Hi-Edmonton for around 2 weeks in January. It is very close to Whyte Avenue and the University of Alberta. The pricing is economical but the rooms are quite cramped, even for a hostel room. The common kitchen was well equipped but it is a bit crowded sometimes as there is only one kitchen for the entire hostel.... More

I've now stayed here for 3 nights each on 2 separate occasions both with friends and on my own. The wifi signal is shocking - doesn't even work reliably in the common room where they recommend. The laundry on site is convenient. The location is fantastic only one block from Whyte Ave. On street parking is available but not super... More

I very rarely write reviews but the guys at HI Edmonton do deserve a big thanks! They were very helpful with allowing me to store my bags during the day of checkout. Also, I must thank the manager, Rory (I think that's his name) for helping with my airport shuttle and making all the calls when the shuttle service stuffed... More

I didn't see the oilfield workers others complained about, not sure I would care. However, I paid $73.00 for one night in my own room. Room was usual hostel quality, not recently updated, no A/C. No parking, I had to park 2 blocks away, and no wireless that worked. They do promise to fix that soon. It is in a... More

The overwhelming feeling is cold of this hostel. It is not filled with the typical international travelers sharing stories. I actually felt like it was more of a rehab place (based on feeling). The room was bland with one bunkbed (the lower bed is maybe a full size). There is a desk inside the room and lockers for your stuff.... More

Good location with friendly staff. good facilities and all round good place to stay.

Not best hostel have stayed at. Bed squeaked all night, room furniture and flooring old and warn. Kitchen has minimal ammenities particularly only 1 sink and minimal cutlery. Bathrooms are newish and reasonably clean. Seem to be a lot of students staying and not a lot of travellers.

Lets start off by letting you know I am a former hostel owner and have stayed in over 100+ having worked in the backpacker industry for many years. This hostel was great on many levels, the only downside for me was the fact that they allow many guests from the oil fields to use it as layover accommodation so the... More