Guest Comments

"I must say this is the best hostel I have ever stayed in!  The people at Shantz Haus are like family; everyone is really friendly."
Sara
North Australia

"It’s been super relaxing staying here – after 6 months with no ‘home’ it’s nice to see these smaller hostels that have character and warmth."
Susset
Australia

"Thanks so much for your amazing hospitality! I have never been to such an amazing hostel and I’ve not slept so well in quite a while!!"
Margaret
Victoria, BC

"Wow! I love this place!  Susan, you have been wonderful. Your hostel is amazing....I will miss it."
Thanh
Toronto

"Hey Susan! I have stayed at many hostels around Canada and I must say that the Shantz Haus Hostel has a wonderful vibe & atmosphere.  Thanks for all your help and advice!"
Christian
Melbourne, Australia

"Thank you for your nice accommodations and your friendliness.  You have such a nice hostel and it felt almost like home.  It was also a great experience for my girlfriend to come here after two nights at a big hostel in the city.”
Kai
Germany

"Loved your hostel Susan!  It is just like home. Very relaxing and the people are very friendly. I definitely will recommend this place, and it’s a great location."
Amber
Australia, New Zealand & America

"It was an unexpected treat. This is the best hostel I have ever seen or been in.  We had a delightful time and the atmosphere has been great. Homey & friendly & clean!"
Viveka
Vancouver

"Thank you for the wonderful time I could spend here at your hostel, which is really unique!!!  You really thought of everything to make it comfortable, cozy and to create a special atmosphere. I could really feel a little bit of home!!!"
Miriam
Austria

"I had an awesome time.  The best hostel I’ve stayed at in Canada.  It’s like staying at home!”
Kristy
New Zealand

"I kind of fell in love with your house. It’s the loveliest hostel I’ve stayed at so far!
Lilli
Austria

"Most certainly the nicest hostel I have been at and I used to live in one in Switzerland!"
Diana
Sitka, Alaska

"Susan, thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality.  This is a wonderful ‘home away from home.’  You have done so many little things to make this a warm and welcoming place.”
Margie
Guelph, Ontario

"You have created a world-class hostel, setting the benchmark for others to follow."
Miriam & Barry
Australia

"Loved your hostel. Up there with the very best! We definitely will recommend you!"
Peter & Adam
UK

"I enjoyed my stay here very much!!  This place is very beautiful and more comfortable than I expected!"
Miki
Japan