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Spenard Hostel Reviews & Testimonials

Here is a sampling of reviews and guest feedback we have received over the years. We hope that you will enjoy your stay at Spenard Hostel International.

Travel Guide Book Reviews for Spenard Hostel

	Let’s Go says, “THUMB’S UP!”
	Lonely Planet says, “CLEAN AND VERY WELL RUN!”
	Frommer’s says, MORE LIKE A COMMUNE THAN AN IMPERSONAL HOSTEL!

Guest Testimonials and Feedback

But what do those tour books know? Here is what YOU are saying:

"4th time here at Spenard hostel and another great time.  I always meet the 
kindest and coolest people here.  Hope to be back next salmon season."  Eli
8/24/06

"I came back to Spenard hostel because last time I met some very sweet
people who felt like good friends very quickly.  Never saw any of them
again.  This time it happened again, different people, same sweetness."
Louie, Ashland OR 6/16/06

"This was my first stay at a hostel and I am VERY impressed!  I had a Great
time-such friendly and helpful houseparents and winter community people.
Very clean, cozy and quiet.  I'll be back during my next Iditarod volunteer
trip for sure, maybe sooner." 3/6/07 Babs, Iowa

My stay at the Spenard Hostel was undoubtedly one of the most memorable parts of my trip to Alaska. The minute I walked through the gate, this place and its tremendous sense of community blew me away.” M, Texas, USA - 7-04

“My stay at the Spenard Hostel was undoubtedly one of the most memorable parts of my trip to Alaska. The minute I walked through the gate, this place and its tremendous sense of community blew me away.” M, Texas, USA - 7-04

“This was my first time at Spenard Hostel. It was a great place made by great people you meet. I came with one friend and am leaving with four more.” KT, USA 5-04

”Jolly Ranchers what else do I have to say. When a place has that to offer and for free its got to be great. Well, I do have more to say actually. I’ve traveled in 25 countries and the Spenard Hostel is my favorite Hostel I’ve ever been in and I don’t usually have favorites.” KS, USA - 8-01

“Can’t thank you enough for all your hospitality, friendship and patience. PS You need to stock vegemite in your free food cupboard.” LL - Australia 7-02

“What a wonderful place to stay!! I have seen many Hostels, and I have no doubt that this one is one of the best.” P - Thailand 7-04

“It’s cheaper than the Hilton and more comfortable than the pavement.” DC - Penn. USA 7-02 Thanks, I think. - Bill.

“Thank you for the good ‘hospitalization’ at this Hostel. It was wonderful, clean, friendly and cheap.” K - Japan 6-03 I don’t think that was what she meant. Something got lost in the translation surely. - Bill.

The quotes above are just a sample of comments left in our Guest Book which you are welcome to read and leave messages in. - Bill.

If you recently stayed with us at Spenard Hostel International, we would love to hear your feedback!

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