HI Mosquito Creek Wilderness Hostel

I recently stayed at this place and had a wonderful experience. The entire space was incredibly clean, and the surroundings were peaceful and calming. There was a cozy bonfire area, perfect for relaxing in the evenings. The accommodation included a bunk bed, along with separate rooms and washrooms for men and women, which was very convenient. The kitchen was well-equipped with all the basic necessities and utensils, and it was spotless. The living room was another highlight—warm and inviting, stocked with a variety of games, magazines, and books to enjoy during downtime. Additionally, the place was very budget-friendly, offering great value for money without compromising on quality. Overall, I had a great stay and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable, affordable, and enjoyable retreat.

Loved our stay here! Everything is kept very clean and it feels like a safe place to stay. I would highly recommend a stay, especially if you are an outgoing or extroverted personality! It was so fun to meet people from other places and hang out around the campfire here.

I stayed the night after a snowboard trip with friends and I will definitely be coming back in the future. It was an amazing experience. The other guests were friendly and respectful the rooms were clean and the sauna was awesome. Not have any service only added to the experience. Janet is also amazing! When I managed to forget my snow-pants, Janet quickly replied to my email and helped get them back to me.

This a a perfect place to stay during any season. It has kitchen attached with common room.There are all kind of utensils, fridge, gas and oven to cook.This facility fully operated with natural resources. Moreover, rooms are also organised.It has nice warm blankets and a heater but floor gets really cold while temperature goes below-15. There are 3 toilets which is clean but No lights or heater so It might feel cold in winter. Don't forget to use sauna. It was a great experience seating in sauna burning fire wood and enjoy steam while outside was below -15.

My son and I really enjoyed our night at the mosquito Creek wilderness hostel. It is obviously a hostel and has no running water but nevertheless, whilst excepting all limitations was a fun and charming state. For me the biggest asset the hostel has is its location and the communal area with a wood fired stove together with the woodfired sauna. it gives a great opportunity to meet fellow travellers and to share stories that one simply does not get in a hotel . The hostel itself is very clean , although being a hostel except that everything is fairly rustic. There is a separate toilet block which is remote from the dormitories so a very short walk is required to go to the toilet. The toilets are essentially a drop pit so they are what they are, but they are clean and relatively new. It is what it is. You’re not going to die. The communal area is fantastic and there is an outdoor Boma where you can light a fire and share stories with fellow travellers whilst looking up at the sky (if you are lucky). The scenery is fairly stunning and is it any time you get stressed about not having luxuries I suggest you have a word with yourself, get real and remind yourself you are sleeping in the middle of nature is grandeur. It does not get any better than this.

This is NOT a party hostel. It is a great wilderness hostel where you actually talk to people, and sit around a campfire or light up the wood fired sauna and gaze at stars or the moon, rather than stare blankly at your smartphone like other hostels. It is small, 2 coed dorms each having 12 beds, but even the dorms are quiet due to the absence of late night partiers. Oh, due to Covid, each cabin is somewhat divided into 2, 6 person sleeping areas for a total of 12 people in each of 2 cabins. A decent kitchen with fridge, stove and cooking utensils, a common area, and great manager (Richard) make me recommend this hostel highly for those looking for a rustic, warm, yet comfortable night’s sleep. And the outhouses are CLEAN and have no smell at all!! No worries! I really like the upgraded, wood burning sauna and highly recommend trying it. You might even see a bear bum or a bare bum around the sauna:) Haha! Both exist in this wonderful place!! Nature at it's absolute finest! Last thing I forgot to mention, there are 2 private cabins if you like with a shared kitchen between the 2 private sleeping areas if that works better for you. And you can still use the sauna and campfire pit, etc.

A beautiful hostel located in the rockies! Richard was amazing and takes great care of the grounds and rooms. A clean communal kitchen and amazing sauna. The area is great year round for different activities and hikes. A wonderful hostel experience. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants to enjoy nature in a rustic yet comfortable way. I can't wait to return!

I booked this on line and a bad mistake.MOTORCYCLISTS BEWARE. I am loaded to the max as touring for 5months.no secure parking as you have to park 200yrds away near road.then I met the Milk of human kind. It was freezing cold and I was early. No checkin till 5. Yes its 3 I am early. So I got locked out. Now I know HI have a common room and kitchen where Tea or warm drink can be made and HI run on principales of human kindness. Not so much as a come in weary traveller and use the kitchen to make yourself a warm drink. No doubt this keeper of the hostel only does 5-10pm and a few bed changes when you leave and does not want to step outside his job description. I travelled 3hrs down the road to Jasper booked into a hostel where on arrival I was made extremely welcome and helped with storage of my gear. I am a gold card holder for ya and HI due to donations. Not anymore. Christian value and assistance to travellers has always been the moto and backbone. Appears times change in the wilderness