American Hotel Hostel
520 South King Street
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Why people book this hotel
“Location”
“Location is super for anyone looking to explore the city”
“The space is huge, so perfect for anyone looking to converse or have some quiet …”
“I didn't expect all of the utilities, thought it was only going to be a room to …”
“And the staff were mostly friendly”
“Overall, i am sarisfied with their service and the hostel”
“And, they served fruit with breakfast”
“They have a breakfast”
“The staff were very helpful, every place was clean”
“They clean the washrooms and kitchen everyday”
“Comparatively speaking, this property was pretty reasonably priced compared to o…”
Overview
Located 2 blocks from train and bus access, this hostel is situated in the Chinatown-International District of Seattle. It features dormitory guest rooms and is 15 minutes' walk from Pike Place Market and Seattle Aquarium. Each dormitory room at the hostel is equipped with lockers. The hostel is open 24 hours a day and there is no curfew. Free Wi-Fi is available. A common kitchen, library, and TV room are part of this Hostelling International property. Card-operated laundry facilities are located on site, and a free continental breakfast is offered. King Street Station is less than 5 minutes' walk from the property, while SeaTac Airport is 30 minutes' drive away. The ferry terminal is 1 mile away. Century Link Event Center is a 10-minute walk from the hostel.
Traveller reviews
DAARKKE
couple
May 20, 2026
Location
Leah
solo_traveller
April 17, 2026
“Highly recommend for anyone looking to explore the city”
Location is super for anyone looking to explore the city. Kitchen is large, appropriately equipped and open 24-7. The space is huge, so perfect for anyone looking to converse or have some quiet time.
李琦
solo_traveller
March 30, 2026
I was glad to have a kitchen. And the staff were mostly friendly.
Megan
couple
January 19, 2026
“Decent for a single night but not particularly comfortable for a longer trip.”
The property was pretty basic but suited our needs for one night. The area was central for travel needs but didn’t feel particularly safe at night.
Larissa Yumi
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
I didn't expect all of the utilities, thought it was only going to be a room to sleep, but i could do a lot of the other things i needed
HUA JEN
family_with_children
January 19, 2026
Convient kitchen
Madison
family_with_children
January 16, 2026
“100% would not be staying there again.”
The only thing I enjoyed about the stay was how close it was to T-Mobile Stadium and the train station.
Kalyn
solo_traveller
January 9, 2026
“Very disappointed.”
I couldn't get in, I phone ahead because my plane was delayed and they said it wouldn't be a problem because there are staff all night and I could call the after hours number. No one answered and I was stuck in the street and 2am alone with no where to sleep. Im South African traveling in the states and I was very freaked out
MARY
solo_traveller
January 3, 2026
“Very close to the rail lines.”
The proximity to the rail station
Hang
solo_traveller
December 11, 2025
“Good”
The location is very convenient, just 10 minutes walk from king street station.
Deborah
solo_traveller
November 15, 2025
I had a nice room with lockers and a sink. I was fortunate to have the room to myself. The staff were very helpful, every place was clean. And, they served fruit with breakfast. Most importantly, it was close to transport, and the Amtrak station
Kaya
solo_traveller
October 19, 2025
Their location is great. They have a breakfast. There is a tv room that is big and comfortable. They clean the washrooms and kitchen everyday. Overall, i am sarisfied with their service and the hostel. I recommend.
SHANGMIN
solo_traveller
October 16, 2025
I injured my foot and the staff was very considerate and helped me to make up the difference and change rooms.
RYOKO
couple
October 10, 2025
Clean bathroom, kitchen. Nice bed. Nice staff. They have hair dryer, towel, laundromat. Kitchen is well maintenanced. Breakfast included.
Markus
solo_traveller
October 6, 2025
Nice staff, free breakfast, central location, near to the stadium, clean rooms and bathrooms
RYOKO
couple
October 4, 2025
Friendly staff, hot shower
Peter
couple
October 2, 2025
“very friendly service”
Cob
solo_traveller
October 2, 2025
“Fantastic stay, thank you!”
Had the best experience at this hostel. As a first-time visitor to the area and the US altogether, I felt incredibly welcome. What an awesome team! Beds were comfortable, with the lamp/fan set for the evenings. Both public and private shared bathrooms are available. I didn't manage to grab a private room, so I had a 4-bed dorm. And I'm glad I did, as I met some cool people I wouldn't have otherwise. As a solo traveller, having breakfast with a kind stranger is a natural part of hostel culture. Although there were a couple of nights when I had the room to myself anyway. Quiet hours between 11pm-7am if I remember correctly, what a life saver. That was a concern when booking a hostel in a major city full of younger groups of people. Thanks to the curfew, I had a very restful sleep my entire stay. Excellent location. The train station is a minute away, and the link gets you into the city centre and onwards in less than 5 minutes. Slightly away from the bustle, the nights are reasonably quiet but close enough to where main tourist spots are very accessible. The doors are all automatically locked and are opened via your room key, so I felt incredibly secure during my stay. A small breakfast between 8am-10am included bagels and toast, toppings and spreads, and a selection of fruit. Coffee and tea to boot, all you need to keep going until lunch. Of course, you can buy your own groceries as long as you keep them labelled, spacious kitchen, and everyone washes their own crockery so nothing gets cluttered. The lounges and shared areas of the hostel are super cosy and great for having some downtime, reading, or watching TV if you fancy. I spent most of my time out and about, but for the evenings, it was lovely having the option. Fresh towels are available at the desk, as well as two gorgeous dogs to say hello to! Upon checking out, I was able to store my bags safely in a locker until I was ready to go.
Guest
solo_traveller
October 2, 2025
I didn't expect all of the utilities, thought it was only going to be a room to sleep, but i could do a lot of the other things i needed
Peter
couple
September 30, 2025
“Reasonable comfy but basic accommodation in great area.”
Comparatively speaking, this property was pretty reasonably priced compared to other available accommodation in the centre of the city. Clean, roomy backpacker/hostel accommodation but with a reasonably homely feel and good breakfast included. Safe and in good, central area.
Facilities
Activities
Games room
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Facilities for disabled guests, Non-smoking throughout
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Parking
Parking, Street parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Safety & security
Key card access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers, Carbon monoxide detector
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Face masks for guests available
Services
Laundry, Luggage storage, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Grocery deliveries, ATM/cash machine on site, Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks)
Private Room with Shared Bathroom
This private room features a shared bathroom.
Private Room with Private Bathroom
This private room features a private bathroom.
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