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Pring Guesthouse - Hostel

2.0 star property
Travelers find comfort in this Central Hamilton guesthouse where a cozy library invites relaxation and outdoor barbecue grills create gathering spaces

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Pring Guesthouse - Hostel in Central Hamilton offers in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and a business center. Guests can enjoy a nearby outdoor pool or stroll through the garden. Its location is perfect for exploring the area.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • City view

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
3 bathrooms
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • City view

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About the neighborhood

Located in Central Hamilton, a neighborhood in Hamilton, Pring Guesthouse - Hostel is near a train station. HMCS Haida National Historic Site and Hamilton Cemetery are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Canadian Football Hall of Fame and Museum and Little Ray's Reptile Zoo. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at TD Coliseum or Tim Hortons Field. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Hamilton travel guide
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158 Mary Street, Hamilton, ON, L8L 4V8

What's nearby

  • Night aerial photo First Ontario Center
    TD Coliseum
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hamilton Convention Centre
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Art Gallery of Hamilton
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bayfront Park
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hamilton City Hall
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • West Harbour Station
    14 min walk
  • John C. Munro Hamilton Intl. Airport (YHM)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    8 min walk
  • A&W Restaurant
    7 min walk
  • Merit Brewing
    7 min walk
  • The Underground
    7 min walk
  • HAMBRGR
    9 min walk

About this property

Pring Guesthouse - Hostel

Hostel near McMaster University
At Pring Guesthouse - Hostel, you can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a library. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a business center.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
  • Bicycle parking, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Pring Guesthouse - Hostel boast thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free weekday newspapers.
Extra amenities include:
  • 3 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • LED light bulbs, communal kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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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 transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • 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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Pring Guesthouse - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pring Guesthouse - Hostel?

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

What time is check-out at Pring Guesthouse - Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Pring Guesthouse - Hostel located?

Located in Central Hamilton, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Theatre Aquarius and Nathaniel Hughson Gallery. TD Coliseum and Carisma Pentecostal Church are also within 15 minutes. West Harbour Station is 14 minutes by foot and Hamilton GO Centre is 14 minutes.

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Reviews

Pring Guesthouse - Hostel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

6.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 195 reviews

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lley Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Kitchen was great. Very clean. Everyone in the hospital was respectful of one another. I didn't bring my pet but something tells me she probably would have been welcome. The staff, the staff was great the owners are great. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who wants to stay in a nice clean quiet place that is inexpensive and yet very Central and possesses all the amenities one could want. Down to earth people.
Exterior of the location we shot the short film at in hamilton, twilight.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and staff itself are amazing but it is located on one of the most dangerous intersections in Hamilton. Absolutely worth the stay but just be careful of the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the historic home! Quiet, quaint, low-key, comfy vibes. Openly queer safe/friendly, walkable to the city center.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xinyang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay! Quiet, safe, clean, home-like, and the hosts are super sweet. The house deco has character and feels very welcoming. The only thing is the upper bunk I had was a little squeaky...but no biggie. I enjoyed my time here and will come back when I visit Hamilton again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Pring Guesthouse is a warm and welcoming, extremely clean house with lots of fun little extras including a full kitchen, free cereal and treats, a bookcase full of board games, and tv and books for entertainment. There’s lots of fun maps and brochures about the Hamilton area. The hosts were very kind and welcoming and helpful and the hostel is quite charming and affordable. I would stay again. Thank you Pring Guesthouse!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very clean and comfortable Guest House. Well supplied, very clean, very roomy and a friendly atmosphere. March and cold weather so no neighbourhood comments. I'd like to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an awesome, safe and affordable option in Hamilton. You will be greeted and welcomed at the door and made feel very welcome. I travel with a bicycle and they offer a secure bike shed. Very clean, very classic and well organized to make a quest stay super enjoyable. (I have stayed twice with the same happy experience :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Dahlia

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Ruifeng

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Moriah

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

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