Bon Paul & Sharky's Youth Hostel
About Bon Paul & Sharky's Youth Hostel
Located in Asheville, within 7.1 miles of Biltmore Estate and 3.2 miles of Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, Bon Paul & Sharky's Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 4.7 miles from Botanical Gardens at Asheville, 7.4 miles from North Carolina Arboretum and 9 miles from Folk Art Center. Basilica of Saint Lawrence is 3.2 miles from the hostel and Lexington Glassworks is 3.4 miles away. Memorial Stadium is 3.6 miles from the hostel, while Western North Carolina Nature Center is 8.3 miles from the property. Asheville Regional Airport is 12 miles away.
Amenities
- Express check-in / check-out
- Full kitchen / kitchenette
Reviews
The hotel has received mixed reviews, with guests appreciating the cleanliness, comfortable beds, and friendly staff. However, some guests have expressed dissatisfaction with the parking situation, noise levels, and lack of breakfast options.
- Cleanliness
- Comfortable beds
- Limited parking
- Noise levels
- 5/5
This is my first time ever staying in a hostel before and I am so impressed... Are first I didn't understand it or was a little nervous but once the owners talked to me and everyone was so friendly, I got unshy really quick!!! Perfect location to whatever you're desiring to do in town and if its further then it's just a short bus ride to anywhere... I've never met Kinder people in my life and never felt so welcome somewhere! I wish I could give it 1000 stars... thank y'all so much ❤
- 5/5
Super easy check in and check out process. They also have towels available. Beds were comfy as well, bathrooms were very clean. Decor and place is beautiful, obvious it is well-maintained.
- 5/5
Super easy check in and check out process. They also have towels available. Beds were comfy as well, bathrooms were very clean. Decor and place is beautiful, obvious it is well-maintained.
- 5/5
Exceptional
- 5/5
Everything. Clean, quiet, easy check-in, good wifi. Great hostel. No complaints
- 5/5
No complaints
- 4/5
Very good
- 5/5
Exceptional
- 5/5
Location and clean
- 5/5
Location and clean
- 4/5
This was a good place to stay for a night at a very reasonable low cost. I was the only female with 3 guys in the mixed dorm. I had a top bunk which wasn't the easiest to climb into (rungs were spaced further apart than typical) but it was comfortable and I would book again.
- 5/5
Exceptional
- 5/5
Very welcoming, clean facilities, plenty of amenities such as full kitchen with silverware and spices, and excellent location to bars and shops in Asheville I wouldn’t change anything!
- 5/5
Good location, friendly staff and self check in Nothing to refer that i didn’t like
- 5/5
Very welcoming, clean facilities, plenty of amenities such as full kitchen with silverware and spices, and excellent location to bars and shops in Asheville I wouldn’t change anything!
- 5/5
Good location, friendly staff and self check in Nothing to refer that i didn’t like
- 4.5/5
I liked the vibe of the property. There was an arcade bar a few minutes walk from the property.
- 4.5/5
I liked the vibe of the property. There was an arcade bar a few minutes walk from the property.
- 5/5
Nothing. It was great!
- 5/5
Saras, the Proprietor is professional and friendly. The space has an outstanding feeling of home. Eclectic and gorgeous. I would have a family reunion here if it was allowed. Comfort. Safety. Cleanliness. Kindness. Everything you want in an out of town stay. Thanks! Nothing. It was great!
- 3/5
A cute place for 20-something years old to stay if you just want somewhere to sleep
- 5/5
Everyone is so friendly. It was like staying at a friend's house.
- 5/5
Driving a 2025 parking on a busy road was hard Place is good for a one night
- 1/5
I’ve traveled and camped the world alone, I have never felt so unsafe as this hotel as a woman. I got dropped off and there were immediately two men on property asking me about it but in an aggressive way. I tried to enter the main hostel but of course my code didn’t work because it’s to the small cabin down a dark and unlit alley. I called the number - well within their opening times, and was told to just use my code. I stayed where I was on their front porch even after having to confront them alone so they didn’t follow me down said pitch dark alley. Then rudely someone from inside cracked the door to “ask” if “I needed help.” No response from owners after relaying this immediately on app. Shower is janky per others. Really unfortunate experience for what would have otherwise been fine.
- 4/5
Very welcoming highly recommended especially if you're onna budget
- 5/5
The girl that works there has a good personality.
- 5/5
It is very convenient for my travel CNA job. The owners respond very quickly. For the most part I go there to shower and sleep. The have some friendly guests that come through.
- 5/5
Perfect place
- 1/5
Horrible worst
- 5/5
Value
- 5/5
Nice stay
- 2/5
Don’t bother coming here if you value your sleep. Quiet time after 10pm doesn’t exist and not enforced. One night guests on the outside deck directly below us were drinking and loud after 1am. After telling them to quiet down they continued for another 30+ minutes. Next night I messaged property to address noise as guests inside downstairs shared space were playing music loudly and having a house party until almost midnight. Never received a response or acknowledgement from the hostel.
- 5/5
Loved the vibe of the place. It has character. Beds are comfy. Showers are nice and hot. Temperature of the rooms are solid. I think the general cleanliness of the place could be better. Most of all though I felt safe staying here for a few days. The parking is fine but there are only like 5 spots. Definitely will be back 🍻
- 4/5
This was my first time in a hostel. I thought it was pretty Grand, everybody was very friendly. I would totally stay here again!
- 5/5
Excelente
- 5/5
Awesome hostel! clean and nice location
- 5/5
Excellent and low cost hostel for travelers in the Asheville area. Friendly and professional staff. The hostel provide access to comfortable beds, clean bathrooms, and a shared kitchen. Location is not far from downtown and course to hiking trails.
- 5/5
Great hostel. Nice vibes. Respectful people. Quiet at night.
