HI Charlottetown Backpackers Inn

Great location, friendly staff, and thoughtful touches! The location of this hostel is excellent, with plenty of free street parking nearby. It’s just a short 10-minute walk to Peake’s Quay Marina, where you’ll find Cows Ice Cream, local tourist shops, and a charming gazebo that had live music every day during our stay. Close to Victoria Street and many more historical sites. The hostel itself was clean, welcoming, and full of thoughtful touches—like complimentary shampoo and feminine hygiene products, which were a lifesaver if you happened to forget anything. Breakfast included apples, bananas, toast with jam and peanut butter, and a slice of homemade banana bread—thin but absolutely delicious! The only reason I’m giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is that I think the experience would be greatly improved by adding privacy curtains to the bottom bunks in the dorm rooms. Even in the smaller 4-person dorms, this small addition would make a big difference for comfort and privacy. That said, the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, and I would definitely recommend this hostel to others. Thanks for a great stay!

Great experience in this hostel! Shannon is an incredible owner and all the staff is making the experience exceptionally good! I can say it's the best experience in a hostel I ever had. The living room, the kitchen and the washrooms are nice and clean. For most of my stay, I slept in the dorm at the third floor which has AC and it was comfortable. This is a hostel with a really nice vibe in general, and the breakfast is always a great time to socialize with other travellers. Definitely a highlight of my vacation in PEI!

This hostel is amazing. I stayed there for a weel and I highly recommend it. It has everything you need and it is a great place to meet other travellers. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The banana bread at breakfast is excellent. Shannon and all the volunteers are so nice!

Very cute hostel that is well located (pretty central to everything). The space is beyond clean and even tho there is a vintage vibe the kitchen and bathrooms are pretty modern. Breakfast is provided (coffee, toast, fruit) as well as snacks for to-go (delicious homemade banana bread). The staff is sooo nice! Had a great time.

Loved my stay here! Shannon and the rest of the staff are so helpful and accommodating. They make it really feel like you’re staying at a friends house rather than a hostel. The free breakfast is great too as well as the location and amenities (pool table etc)

Close enough to the downtown area this charming hostel is perfect for travelers on a budget. Shannon who runs the place is a great host. You meet all kinds of friendly people staying here. Never had to wait for the bathroom and a very clean and safe place to stay. They do have lockers to lock up valuables so v bring your lock. Breakfast of banana bread and coffee is provided and you can use the kitchen to make meals. Watch a movie, okay fine records, relax in the front yard. All around a great stay. Thanks Shannon!

Stayed in the private room and we had an amazing time. Great facilities, loved the garage with record player and pool table. The showers, bathroom and kitchen were clean. Super friendly staff. Will have to visit another time!

A clean and cozy hostel in a great location. The atmosphere feels like you're staying at a friend's house compared to a typical hostel. It's on a quiet street very close to downtown Charlottetown, the Confederation Trail, and the waterfront. Shannon and the team are very friendly and run a well organized operation. It was nice to chat with the staff and other guests over breakfast in the morning