The Wanderlust Hostel

221 North Boulevard, Gunnison, CO, United States View Map

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Comfortable Accommodations The Wanderlust Hostel in Gunnison offers family rooms with garden views, carpeted and parquet floors, and amenities such as bathrooms with showers and wardrobes. Essential Facilities Guests enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles, and a garden. Additional facilities include a lounge, shared kitchen, games room, and barbecue areas. Activities and Services The hostel provides ski passes, ski storage, and a paid shuttle service. Activities include skiing, hiking, cycling, and film nights. Nearby Attractions Located 0.6 mi from Gunnison-Crested Butte Regional Airport, the hostel is close to Gunnison Pioneer Museum (1.1 mi) and Western State Colorado University (19-minute walk).

190 Reviews

9.1Exceptional
Cleanliness
9.4
Staff
9.9
Location
9.5

What Guests Say

  • “Nice owner, great value, good location, nice and fun facility”
  • “Clean and friendly staff”
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Top Amenities

  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Parking
  • Kitchen/Kitchenette
  • Non-Smoking Rooms
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Room Options

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Deluxe Double Room1/2

Deluxe Double Room

173 sqft • 1 Queen, 1 Sofabed

  • Bath or Shower
  • Body soap
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
Standard Room1/2

Standard Room

87 sqft • 1 Double

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  • Carpeting
  • Closet
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room1/2

Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

205 sqft • 1 Single

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  • Closet
  • Clothes rack
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room1/2

Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

205 sqft • 1 Single

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    What Guests Loved

    9.1
    Exceptional

    Based on 190 reviews

    Location

    9.5

    Cleanliness

    9.4

    Staff

    9.9

    Overall Quality

    9.4

    Pros +

    • Nice owner, great value, good location, nice and fun facility
    • Clean and friendly staff
    • Such friendliness. Eager to help you. Went way out of their way to allow me to switch bunk beds due to my arthritis in my back and legs, as it was very difficult to climb up into the upper bunk. This was for second night.

    Cons -

    • Shared bathroom but was clean.
    • Not at all. My limited experience with hostels just made it easier to consider next time I visit there. I will go back.
    • My husband and I stayed in the small private room off the kitchen. The room is small, and seemed better suited for one person than two. The room was dimly lit and dated, the towels and linens were old/dingy, and the bed mattress sank into the middle of the bed.
    Business Traveler (9)Solo Traveler (64)Traveling as Couple (20)Family with Young Children (7)Family with Teens (1)Senior Traveler (1)Group Traveler (16)Total (115)
    10MarkPosted on: 9-30-2025

    Nice owner, great value, good location, nice and fun facility

    10JoshuaPosted on: 8-23-2025

    Clean and friendly staff

    Shared bathroom but was clean.

    10Verified guestPosted on: 8-23-2024

    Such friendliness. Eager to help you. Went way out of their way to allow me to switch bunk beds due to my arthritis in my back and legs, as it was very difficult to climb up into the upper bunk. This was for second night.

    Not at all. My limited experience with hostels just made it easier to consider next time I visit there. I will go back.

    10Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 10-2-2015

    Very cute and fun place to stay! Very friendly staff. Enjoyed having a private room. Our room was next to the kitchen so it could get loud in the morning however the staff provided a noise maker and fan which was great!

    8Verified Hotel GuestPosted on: 6-22-2015

    Very cute & comfortable & probably the friendliest hosts ever.

    10ScottPosted on: 7-7-2025

    centrally located, clean,affordable

    8MargoPosted on: 7-5-2025

    The hostel location is really convenient for visiting downtown Gunnison. There was ample parking available. The bathrooms and showers were clean and had plenty of hot water. Our room was quiet at night, and met all our needs for a one night stay.

    My husband and I stayed in the small private room off the kitchen. The room is small, and seemed better suited for one person than two. The room was dimly lit and dated, the towels and linens were old/dingy, and the bed mattress sank into the middle of the bed.

    10JeffPosted on: 6-13-2025

    I have stayed at the property many times over the years, and it is consistent and welcoming. The staff is very friendly, the house is comfortable and relaxing, it is well located for a short walk to the down town area. The bed area is sectioned off well and the beds are comfortable

    10EwaPosted on: 1-7-2025

    Aimee was a great host and very friendly. Would definitely visit again given the cleanliness, location and the value.

    10DougPosted on: 12-2-2024

    Very warm, hospitable environment.Wonderful, friendly staff.

    Really no complaints.It could of been a little closer to downtown but everything you want or need is nearby.Downtown was about a 10 min walk.

    10DeborahPosted on: 11-16-2024

    What a wonderful place! So funky and laid back and chill with a very comfortable and welcoming vibe. It was so fun to hang with everyone and we even met some college students while we were there looking at WCU! So helpful and fun to meet them and get the inside skinny. We had a blast!

    The large private room for just two of us would have been better than the small, but really it was fine and worked for my daughter and I.

    10DiegoPosted on: 9-3-2024

    The staff was ultra-friendly, smiling and wellcoming!We felt truly at home. Unexpected surprising interesting nice villague. Next time will try to stay more.Xana, we love you!

    10ToddPosted on: 8-13-2024

    Excellent hiker hostel! Friendly staff, great location and value. Would definitely stay here again.

    10AndreaPosted on: 7-22-2024

    We had the small extra room for two people. It was indeed very small but exactly as described. The hosts were very kind and the atmosphere was very familiar. Unfortunetly we could only stay one night, but if we ever come back in this area, we will stay longer!

    10ChristinaPosted on: 7-17-2024

    Such an awesome place! My mom and I stayed in the private room. The main bed was very comfy and the room was cozy and well-appointed. A shared bathroom was just next door with toilet and shower. The overall house/hostel was warm and inviting. Lots of thoughtful touches throughout and everyone was so friendly. I would highly recommend staying here when visiting the area. The value can't be beat.

    10AstridPosted on: 7-16-2024

    Everything! Comfortable, clean, quaint, accommodating staff, numerous bathrooms. Good value for money.

    10SidneyPosted on: 5-28-2024

    This was a random choice and unexpected delight. As an elder and physically challenged single female traveler I was happy to find myself at ease, safe, and comfortable. I did some research and spoke to them before booking. Reassured and followed thru.

    I got nothin'....zip on the negative.

    10GregoryPosted on: 2-12-2024

    Nice and cozy place, great staff, close to the free bus to Crested Butte, close to downtown Gunnison, lots of character. Great value.

    9LisaPosted on: 11-26-2023

    The property was in an older house in a residential area. We had a large sized room with a queen bed, and it was delightful. Quiet and comfortable! We were able to bring our dog with us.

    10SpainhowerPosted on: 8-27-2023

    Location was great and the property was exceptionally clean and quiet

    Amenities & Policies

    Amenities

    Food & Drinks

    • Kitchen/Kitchenette
    • Shared kitchen

    Media & Technology

    • Free Internet Access

    Transportation

    • Free Parking

    Kid Friendly

    • Family Friendly

    General

    • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities

    Guest policies

    Check-inAfter 3:00 PM
    Check-outBefore 11:00 AM
    InternetFree Wi-Fi is available.
    ParkingFree parking is available.
    Children & Extra BedsChildren of all ages are welcome.
    PetsPets are not allowed.
    Room RatesAll rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted.

    Important info

    You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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    The Wanderlust Hostel

    221 North Boulevard, Gunnison, CO

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