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Lost River Hostel

2.0 star property
Riverfront hostel in West Baden Springs with free parking

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Double Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom
King Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom
Exterior
BBQ/picnic Area
Reception

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct

Explore the area

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2393 N County Rd 960 W, West Baden Springs, IN, 47469
  • Place, Big Splash Adventure
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, French Lick Casino
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, French Lick Springs Hotel
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Bed, Dinner Included, Shared Library

Family Bed, Dinner Included, Shared Library

Highlights

Garden
Porch/lanai
Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Oven
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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King Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

King Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Oven
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Treehouse, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom | Exterior

Treehouse, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Full-sized fridge/freezer
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Oven
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Oven
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds and 4 Large Twin Beds

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Double Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Dinner Included, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Oven
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

West Baden Springs

At Lost River Hostel you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Lark Valley Zip Lines and 4.9 km (3.1 mi) from French Lick Winery. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a library. Plus you'll find a garden and a picnic area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this West Baden Springs hostel include FLWB Indoor Karting and French Lick Scenic Railway.
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What's nearby

  • French Lick Winery - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • French Lick Scenic Railway - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Big Splash Adventure - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • French Lick Casino - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • French Lick Springs Hotel - 8 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Louisville International Airport (SDF) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nila’s Place - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪French Lick Casino And Resort Sports Book - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Miguel's El Gallo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Valley Sports Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Lost River Hostel

Riverfront hostel in West Baden Springs with free parking
WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. Lost River Hostel also features a library, a garden, and a picnic area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this West Baden Springs hostel.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
Lost River Hostel offers 7 accommodations. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 20.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-in fee: USD 20.00 for check-in between 10:00 PM and midnight
  • Hosted evening meal: USD 0.00

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Lost River Hostel West Baden Springs
Lost River Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lost River Hostel?

Lost River Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lost River Hostel?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lost River Hostel on 1 Oct 2025 start from AU$117.59, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Lost River Hostel?

Yep, Lost River Hostel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Lost River Hostel?

The closest beach to Lost River Hostel is Patoka Lake Swimming Beach (19.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lost River Hostel?

No, Lost River Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lost River Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lost River Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Lost River Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 59 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Different experience. I loved this place for the friendliness of the staff and rustic atmosphere.: Altogether a unique experience My wife disliked it. She didn't feel safe. The latches were weak. The walk to the room was muddy and slick. I fell twice. Staff was very helpful getting me up and holding our hands. We are both 70+ and this might not have been the best choice. I would reccomend it for younger people.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The most magical stay I’ve ever had. Do. Not. Skip. This!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keith

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
This was definitely a horrible experience and waste of money!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the property. Been thinking about it since I left. I’d be there more if it was closer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Experience and Stay in One

Amazing experience for anyone who may be curious about a slow living lifestyle or wanting to experience something they never have before. Dinner was excellent, staff was superb, the shared spaces were very welcoming, and our nest was quite peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Delynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was it wonderful stay loved the sleep accommodations. And the staff was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sheila

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

2/10 Terrible

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just the whole experience! Had a family emergency and didn’t even have a chance to unpack. Explained the situation to the property manager that we desperately had to leave since we were over 3 hrs away from home. No refund provided or anything! Absolutely pathetic!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penni

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Glenda

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Once-In-A-Lifetime Hippie Experience

It was definitely a unique experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chloe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We stayed in the birds nest it had a great view and was the perfect place if you just need a reset we will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

William

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I had reserved was double booked and now I'm trying to get my refund as it is their fault
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

evan, Cincinnati

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Very unique property. We wish there were more “indoor plumbing” bathrooms and fewer outhouses. We did not spend the night because we decided to drive home after our activity ended. Lost River Hostel would be a very good choice for more adventurous travelers
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Wendell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was like visiting family. very welcoming staff. Being a hostel, you can disconnect and relax.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the place the minute we saw it. Very nice friendly people. The place is well taken care of. As close to camping without having to do all the work of setting up a tent. Pathways are nice,just everything is great. Good campfire company.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

MARK, Greenwood

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Open wiring in room. No chair or table in room. Friendly accomodating staff. Room was clean and bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
I think that the hostel would be a nice place to go in the summer or early fall. The have air conditioning but no heat. The space heater in the room they put us in didn’t work so I went out and bought a new one and we still froze all weekend. They also have a lot of issues with the plumbing. Be ready to leave your stuff in your car because the doors don’t lock.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022