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Charleston's NotSo Hostel – reviews, photos

156 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403
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Charleston's NotSo Hostel
4.0 of 5 stars 197 Reviews
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Canberra
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
29 helpful votes 29 helpful votes
“Basic accommodation”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012
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I have mixed feelings about this establishment. A lot of things done right, and the location is good for the price. Charleston can be expensive, and while this wasn't all that close to the city centre, it had some excellent cafes nearby, and bicycling and public transport options are good. Off-street parking was good for us, though a little awkward to get the van down the lane.

The five of us rented beds in an eight bunk dorm and had our sleep interrupted by one of the two room-mates not in our party who insisted on using her phone and putting the fan on high in the early hours of the morning. Admittedly, not the hostel's fault, but neither did it make for a pleasant experience, particularly as we had a long drive the next day.

Overall, the rooms are basic, the amenities a little awkward and cramped, the place shows its age. Comfortable enough, but not one of my favourite hostels.

  • Stayed April 2011, travelled with family
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Chapin, South Carolina
2 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Seeing Charleston on a budget”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012
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This downtown hostel offers an excellent location, price, and amenities for travelers wanting to see the Holy City on a budget. Free breakfast, wi-fi, comfortable beds, clean rooms, and free parking are just some of the perks of staying in this downtown hostel. Charleston's NotSo Hostel is a great place to start any visit to Charleston. The staff is helpful and several historic sites are in walking distance. Enjoy!

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
“An excellent option in warm weather..”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

Great free breakfast.
Excellent location.
Fantastic price.
Very clean rooms, bathroom and kitchen.
Only complaint: we stayed during a cold-snap and we were not supplied with enough blankets on the first night, so we froze. On our second night we were able to get more blankets because the hostel was not full, so we could take them from other beds.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled with friends
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Atlanta, Georgia
1 review
“My Home in Charleston”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

I stayed at the NotSo Hostel in December for about 4 days and I was very satisfied with my stay. It was clean and the staff was very nice, helpful, and professional. I felt as if I was staying at the home of friends or relatives. I got my money's worth and then some. I've only stayed at one other hostel (which was not in Charleston), so I'm not an expert, but I simply cannot imagine getting anything better for the money. From now on, whenever I go to Charleston, unless I'm in the mood to splurge on a pricey hotel, I'll be staying at the NotSo Hostel.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled solo
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Gorgeous and Amazing”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012
2
people found this review helpful

This is a fantastic hostel. Its very clean, bathrooms are nice and not run down and thebreakfast is great. The staff (Nicole, Emily and Vikki) are awesome, and the area is a close to good food, and walkable to the highlights of charleston.

  • Stayed December 2011, travelled solo
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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156 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Price range (per night):* INR727 - 3,635

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