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Charleston's NotSo Hostel

156 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403
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Charleston's NotSo Hostel
4.0 of 5 stars 197 Reviews
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York, Pennsylvania, United States
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

I had great trepidations regarding this stay as I am older than most of the 20 somethings that I met here and I really rather not share a room or bathroom if given a choice. That being said, I decided to give a hostel a try and am very glad I did. I stayed in the middle house in the... More

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Atlanta, Georgia
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

I had a wonderful time at the NotSo Hostel in Charleston. The staff were super friendly, present and helpful, even though it was a busy memorial day weekend (Hannah especially rocks, as doesthe coolest manager on the planet, Ms. Vikki). I have to be honest, I'm pretty adaptable so i am good in a lot of places but i did... More

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Spokane, Washington
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012
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We stayed in the annex in the Kingsolver room. It is our third visit to Charleston and we love the city. Staying at the NotSo was a real treat everything was clean and there were stacks of fresh towels so every one could take a shower when ever. We found our host to be friendly and helpful. There were bagels... More

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Asheville, North Carolina
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012
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I've traveled all over this great country and stayed in a great many hostels. And Notso is one of my favorites. Every time I've come through, I've met some great fellow travelers and had some interesting conversations over a few drinks. The porches are WONDERFUL. I've enjoyed renting bikes from them and riding along King st. down to The Battery.... More

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Tyler, TX
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

I stayed here as part of a 30 day rail journey. This place was simply GROSS. It just has a dusty, dirty feel b/c that is what you will find. The staff member that I dealt with was overloaded with academics and working a lot of hours at the hostel. Well, not working but being there. I asked her to... More

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Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Just because Hostels are great in Europe does not mean you'll enjoy this one. The beds were worse than sleeping on the ground and they are wrapped in a heavy vinyl so anytime anyone moves in the bed, it's super loud. The showers were filthy, staff was pretentious, and they don't wash the blankets. I watched the lady wash the... More

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Madison, Wisconsin
2 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

I am giving NotSo Hostel a "very good" rather than "average" rating because, as other reviewers have noted, the price and location are excellent. I think if I was college-aged I would have given this place 5-stars, but for older travelers I would have to warn that the bathroom and common spaces are not very clean and the organization of... More

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Raleigh
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

I ended up having to stay here on a complete accident and fell in love with the place! Nicole and Emily were extremely nice and very helpful! The two kitchens allows you too cook your own food and eat the provided breakfast. Even though I was only there two days and was only able to sleep there I can see... More

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Tennessee
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

I have stayed at the main location before and had no issues with our stay. This time we stayed in the kendall room at the annex location from april 4-april 9th. First of all, quiet times were from 9-9 and the only issue we had with this wasn't with guests but the staff. The day after we got there we... More

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Ocala, Florida, United States
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 April 2012
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My girlfriend and I were looking for a place to stay in Charleston close to a music venue. All of the hotels close by were $200 plus. We were happy to find Notso! Not just because it was affordable but because it was designed so creatively. Nicole, the proprietor went out of her way to be hospitable more than once.... More

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156 Spring Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Price range (per night):* S$17 - 83

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