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Pring Guesthouse - Hostel

2.0 star property

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Interior detail
Front of property
Reception
Garden view
Living area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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158 Mary Street, Hamilton, ON, L8L 4V8
  • Place, TD Coliseum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hamilton Convention Centre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Art Gallery of Hamilton
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Shared Dormitory, Women only | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Pring Guesthouse - Hostel

This hostel features coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a business centre, a meeting room and laundry facilities are on-site. Bathrooms are shared and limited housekeeping is available.
Pring Guesthouse - Hostel offers 5 shared accommodations with air conditioning, complimentary newspapers and shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves.

Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Pring Guesthouse - Hostel, you're just a quick walk from Theatre Aquarius. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a business centre.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, a front desk safe and locker space
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Theatre Aquarius and TD Coliseum
A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A business centre, a meeting room, and coworking spaces are available. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Pring Guesthouse - Hostel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Georgian Hamilton hostel.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1855
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Georgian architecture
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 shared bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Shared accommodation
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Guests should notify this property in advance of their anticipated arrival time.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and outdoor lighting
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child aged 5 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hamilton Guesthouse Hostel

Hamilton Guesthouse

Hamilton Guesthouse Ontario

Pring Guesthouse

Hamilton Guesthouse

Pring Hostel Hamilton

Hamilton Guesthouse at the Pring

Pring Guesthouse - Hostel Hamilton

Pring Guesthouse - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Pring Guesthouse - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 204 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Extremely courteous staff, clean and quiet rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Attentive staff, clean facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff are friendly and courteous, the rooms are clean and warm.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reasonably priced hostel, an excellent choice for people traveling on a budget like myself.
Photo of Pring Guesthouse.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms are clean, tidy, have extra blankets, and the house itself is well looked after. The location is ideal for our purposes as we attend sporting events regularly in Hamilton and it is close to where we want to be.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruifeng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
a nice place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean and quiet place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a nice one night stay. The place is very well kept and the kitchen is properly maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

Awesome stay!

It was fantastic! Greatly appreciated the stay. Awesome people
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dahlia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good spot
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cozy place and very friendly staff. I very much recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful private room, shared washrooms are clean, staff are friendly. Great accommodations at a good price!!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hostel was clean and in a pretty good place. Just wish there was more food ootiins in walking area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and the hosts are super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic building with lots of character. Clean bright bathroom facilities and bonus coffee/tea/cereal/milk provided in the kitchen. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Celina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner was very welcoming, easy to check-in!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moriah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, and lovely staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful guest house, very accommodating and helpful staff. Highly recommend for any visitor to Hamilton.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison

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

A good place for anight's rest.

Comfortable room and bed, good amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we had the private room right at the front of the house. Lovely hostess.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nipuni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great staying at the property. Host is nice and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had the private room on the bottom floor. Comfortable, quiet, and homey. The room was surprisingly large. I was given a tour at check in, and everyone there was very kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a real cute, simple and affordable place if you are passing by that place.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wafiq

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the coziness of the house, the concierge was very nice and polite and there were friendly people staying at the house as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024