The Firehouse Hostel, steps from Austin's Sixth Street, offers a vibrant atmosphere and practical amenities. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and a business center. Visitors consistently praise the knowledgeable staff who enhance the experience.
Located in Downtown Austin, a neighborhood in Austin, Firehouse Hostel is in the entertainment district. Sixth Street and South Congress Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lady Bird Lake and Zilker Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Moody Center or Darrell K. Royal - Texas Memorial Stadium. Visit our Austin travel guide
Close to Moody Theater and Austin Convention Center, Firehouse Hostel provides laundry facilities, a bar, and a business center. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and ATM/banking services
Concierge services, a vending machine, and smoke-free premises
A 24-hour front desk
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Firehouse Hostel boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
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How much does it cost to stay at Firehouse Hostel?
As of 7 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Firehouse Hostel on 9 March 2026 start from AED 452, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
This hostel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Firehouse Hostel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Firehouse Hostel?
Check-out is at noon.
Does Firehouse Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Firehouse Hostel located?
Located in Downtown Austin, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Comedy Mothership and Sixth Street. Texas State Capitol and Lady Bird Lake are also within 15 minutes. Downtown Station is 7 minutes by foot and Plaza Saltillo Station is 19 minutes.
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Reviews
Firehouse Hostel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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I enjoy staying in hostels and this is an excellent place. My second stay here. Always gave a good experience. Friendly staff and nice people staying there. I like the organized activities.
I had an AMAZING stay at Firehouse. The warm atmosphere, helpful staff, and comfy beds made it a great experience. The lounge beneath is hostel was also so convenient. I can’t wait to come back!
Firehouse Hostel was a fantastic place to stay! The location is perfect—right in the heart of everything, with easy access to great bars, food, and live music. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere had a fun, welcoming vibe. The historic building adds a lot of charm, and the hidden speakeasy behind the bookshelf was such a cool touch. Clean rooms, comfortable beds, and great value. Would definitely stay here again!
It was my first time in a Hostel, staff was really friendly as my roommates. Bathrooms were damage during my stay and there was a funny smell in the whole building. It is located in the downtown, so you will be close to everything. It's definitely a good option considering the price.
A little issue in the beginning with the availability with my bed, but it got resolved really quickly. Amazing customer service. Really great location, for the price.
The property was overall great for the price! The staff were nice, as was the speakeasy/ bar directly attached. It was pretty clean (beds, bathroom) and maintenance issues were quickly addressed. The rooms did smell kind of bad/ musty/ humid, but just from the fact that there were 6 people in that space. I would definitely stay again!
The bathrooms were a little gross and leaky, but for the price I didn't really mind so much.
It was my first time in a hostel, and it was a good experience.
If i were to come back to Austin for the same event I attended, I would for sure come back.
Awesome hostel downtown ATX!! There's a bar area behind the bookcase with live music & great atmosphere (bring earplugs if you're a light sleeper). You get a $5 token to use at the bar at checkin. Beds are really comfy and have a locker underneath. They sell locks for $10, or you can rent one for $2/day. Beds have 2 blankets, 2 huge pillows, a towel, a fan, & outlets. Kitchen is stocked and there are a few places to sit & watch the downtown traffic. Washer/dryer on 2nd floor. Downtown is right outside!! The only con is there were no privacy curtains on the bottom bunks. Definitely recommend this place.
This hostel is in a great spot and the facilities are nice - there’s even a speakeasy on property.
Some notes.. I wasn’t aware it’s an all ages hostel so there was a wide range of ages in the shared room. Also we had a disruptive guest in the room and it wasn’t clear how to circulate concerns/security.
Really the only option, prime location in the center. By all the nightlife and restaurants. Walkable to the university and capital. Easy 15 min bus to parks. Great WiFi, comfy beds although the pillow is flat. Bathrooms fine. Kitchen was hangout area and it had the basics. Staff was good.
The hostel is in a very central, great location close to 6th street. The check-in process was easy and they were able to hold my bags since i got in early. There is a kitchen area and shared bathroom with 2 women's toilets and i believe 3 showers. The room was standard fare 8-bed hostel but it was comfortable and i was able to take a midday nap before dinner. The biggest complaint: the hostel is above a bar/club, which might be great for hangining out-- but the music and vibrations were SO loud until 2am that i could not sleep. You could feel it in the room/bed. I had earplugs too so it was less about volume and more about not being able to get away from FEELING the music! Made for a tough time when i had to get up at 4am for my flight!