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Pikes Peak RAD Hostel Van Camping

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· Colorado Springs, El Paso, Colorado
1 acre hosted by Erin W.
3 Caravan sites
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Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.
Welcome to RAD Hostel, where your van or small RV (up to 23' in length) finds a cozy, convenient home away from home! Our unique parking space offers the perfect blend of comfort and community, making it the ideal spot for your next adventure. Bathroom Access: Enjoy a room with a bathroom featuring a tub/shower and free clean soft towels. Full Access to Hostel Amenities: Take advantage of our well-equipped community kitchen to whip up your favorite meals. Need to catch up on work or just want to relax? Our 24-hour lounge with TV and streaming services and 24-hour workspace have you covered. Outdoor Spaces: Unwind in our inviting patios and back yard. Lounge in a hammock, enjoy outdoor games, or simply soak in the fresh air. Onsite Activities: Engage with fellow travelers through our diverse range of onsite activities. Bonfire with free s'mores, Karaoke, Movie nights, Volleyball, Cornhole, Foosball, Slacklines, Hula hoops, free bikes Tours: Daily hikes and other excursions to local attractions and events (additional fees apply). Hikes to Manitou Springs incline, Garden of the Gods, Paint Mines, Sand Dunes, Pulpit Rock, Drum Circle, Concerts, and Brewery Crawls and others. Convenience: RAD hostel is located right at the heart of everything you would want to do in Colorado Springs. Perfectly situtated 10 minutes from Garden of the Gods, 30 minutes from The Incline, less than 10 minutes from Pulpit Rock. You can visit the best hikes and sites of Colorado Springs with RAD hostel as your base camp! RAD Hostel is more than just a place to park and sleep- it's a vibrant community where travelers come together. Meet new friends, share stories, and create memories. Our central location makes it easy to explore the local area, with restaurants, shopping, nightlife, and attractions just a short distance away. Book your spot at RAD Hostel today and experience the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation!
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24 Ratings · 20 reviews
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Debra F.recommends
October 22, 2024
Pikes Peak Van Camping
Wonderful Place to Stay
Our stay at the RAD hostel could not have been better. Everyone was extremely kind and inviting, a strong community vibe. I couldn't believe the amenities that were offered for such a low cost. We parked our van outside with no problem, took a shower and washed clothes. it was quiet. I would definitely recommend Erin's place to anyone traveling through Colorado Springs. Thank you to all the staff at RAD.
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Betsy S.recommends
October 17, 2024
RAD Hostel RV Van Site
I was travelling in my van here through Colorado Springs, no parking and sleeping in cars is posted everywhere that might seem likely including Walmart. So I googled campgrounds and it was my lucky day. Surprisingly there are a bunch of accomodation options at the RAD Hostel —which appears to be an re-purposed small motel with about 20 extremely reasonably priced rooms (from dorm rooms to private rooms to van parking. I had easyaccess to hot showers for the people in vans ; a communal lounge with a tv; a kitchen to fix a meal; refrigerator to keep stuff cold and free hot coffee, tea, milk, cereal, fruit, toast/bread, and Pb and jelly. everything was immaculate and comfortable. SVery thoughtfully decorated in so many ways. Beyond that the night I was there happened to be bonfire and some mores night in the large back yard of the place. Fire pit, hammock, chairs and hanging chairs out of the trees. There was an employee who built. And stoked the fire and he was a warm and personal welcoming committe and acting host. I was amazed i felt the warmth inside and out here. And I connected with other travellers as we relaxed around the fire. There was a covered patio overlooking the back yard, again comfortable seating, tastefully and thoughtfully decorated and spotlessly clean that I used for reading and organizing myself in the morning. And the employees and service— that too I found amazing—Friendly, helpful, respectful. This was a piece of serendipity
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Heather B.recommends
October 13, 2024
Pikes Peak Van Camping
The outside area of RAD is perfect and it was so nice having access to the restroom and kitchen amenities. We loved being able to sit outside in the comfy seating area. It is on a main road, so there is road noise, but nothing a white noise app didn't help drown out. The only down side was the $25 pet fee for my dog. I get pet fees for hotels and pay them often, but to pay a pet fee when camping in our own camper was interesting.
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Zac F.recommends
October 4, 2024
Pikes Peak RAD Hostel Van Camping
Fantastic vibes in Colorado Springs
Super cool spot to spend some time. I stayed in the RV/Van spot and there was plenty of space. It’s 4 regular sized parking spots next to each other. Backyard area is awesome although I didn’t get a chance to hang there. That said I will 100% be coming back with a few friends for a longer stay.
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Susan T.recommends
October 3, 2024
RAD Hostel RV Van Site
Solo female traveler
I stayed in my van with my little dog at the hostel. 4 parking spots tucked in the back for camper vans. Quiet at night and slept well. Great vibe, nice outdoor area with sectional sofa on the patio with mountain view and yard below. Super friendly staff and I would stay there again if in the area.
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Jeffrey B.recommends
September 26, 2024
Pikes Peak Van Camping
Perfect place 2 stop on my van trip
Wonderful experience. Welcoming staff. Gave me a tour of the property. Good place to park my camper van. Clean shower. Kitchen and whole property was great.
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Colorado Springs, El Paso, Colorado, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Tséstho’e (Cheyenne), Núu-agha-tʉvʉ-pʉ̱ (Ute), and Ndé Kónitsąąíí Gokíyaa (Lipan Apache) First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Erin W.

Joined in June 2024
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