Built by Travelers, Crowned by Guests
If you’ve ever crashed in one of our bunks, swapped stories in the backyard, or soaked under Denver’s stars in our 12-person hot tub — you’re part of this.
The HOSCARS (aka the Oscars of hostels) just dropped, and guess what? Ember Hostel snagged another one.
In 2024, we were named the 3rd Best Hostel in the USA — and that makes it our fifth award since opening. Kinda wild for one cozy, 420-friendly mansion on Grant Street.
Our HOSCAR History
🥇 Best USA Hostel – 2020
🥈 2nd Best Hostel in North America – 2020
🥉 3rd Best Hostel for Solo Male Travelers – 2020
🌈 Most Inclusive USA Hostel – 2021 (the year without guest reviews, but still full of heart)
🥉 3rd Best Hostel in the USA – 2024
How We Got Here
No flashy budget. No corporate playbook. Just a small, scrappy team obsessed with creating something better — a hostel that feels like home, looks like a boutique hotel, and vibes like your favorite house party.
Every year, the HOSCARS are powered by real guest reviews, which makes each win even sweeter. Because when you say you slept well, met your new travel crew, and felt part of something — that’s the whole point.
The Ember Vibe
We’ve always believed you shouldn’t have to choose between luxury and connection. So we built a space where you can have both:
Bespoke bunks with blackout curtains, outlets, fans & lights
Historic mansion charm meets modern design
Backyard hot tub, fire pit, and plenty of impromptu hangs
Staff who actually remember your name
And most importantly — guests who make the magic happen
What’s Next
We’re not chasing perfection — just more moments that matter. More travelers from all over the world finding each other here in Denver and calling it home (even if it’s just for a few nights).
So to everyone who’s ever booked a bunk, left a review, or shared a beer by the fire: thank you. You made this happen.
Here’s to the next adventure — and maybe our next HOSCAR. 🔥
Missed the review email? No worries — Hostelworld sends it about 48 hours after check-out (check your spam, too). You can also log into your Hostelworld account, find your past booking, and drop a review there — as long as you actually stayed with us. Every word helps us get one step closer to that 4th HOSCAR! 🏆🔥