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By going with a hostel you can spend less on accommodations and set aside more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your vacation. You’ll find local tours and other activities to enjoy, and the island views create an appealing natural setting.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including budget prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

Based on reviews from our guests, these Kingston hostels have positive ratings: St. Lawrence College Residence Kingston - Located within a 20-minute walk of Kingston Penitentiary. Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with showers, free toiletries, and desks. Queen’s University - David C. Smith House - Located within a 5-minute walk of Queen’s University. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as an elevator. You’ll find towels, showers, and desks in all rooms. Backpacker College at St Lawrence University - Located within a 20-minute walk of Kingston Penitentiary. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with free toiletries.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 23°F. The snowiest months in Kingston are January, March, February, and December, with each month seeing an average of 20 inches of snowfall.

Overall, Kingston is known for its local tours, museums, and boating opportunities. Major attractions include Kingston Waterfront, Fort Henry, and Kingston Penitentiary. Get out into nature with places like Lake Ontario Park, Lake Ontario, and Kingston City Park. Cultural attractions include Grand Theatre, The Grand Theatre, and Bellevue House National Historic Site.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Kingston on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Kingston, ON (YGK-Norman Rogers), located 5.8 mi (9.3 km) away from the city center. Another option is Watertown, NY (ART-Watertown Intl.), situated 28 mi (45.1 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you may want to use public transit to get around. Train stations like Kingston, ON (XEG-Kingston Train Station) and Kingston Station make it easy to explore more of the surrounding area.