Firehouse Hostel is a very unique stay, staff are kind, helpful and friendly as well! it doesn't hurt to bring a lock- I've left stuff on my bed and it was left untouched but you never know. The Hostel is a great location in downtown and makes it easy to venture around downtown Austin and have a place close by. I made friends with lots of people staying there and we were all able to plan activities together, without the hostel- my trip would've been vastly different. Thank you Firehouse Hostel!