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This cozy hostel, with it's B&B atmosphere, is located on a working farm in Malabar Farm State Park in rural Ohio. Explore all that this state park has to offer - rolling hills and valleys - by foot or bicycle; and cross-country skis or snow-shoes in the winter time!


Rent-a-hostel: Thinking about a family reunion, a retreat, or a country wedding? Rent the whole hostel (up to 20 people) for only $350 per night! ($75 additional for 24hr access.) Available all year, by reservation only.

Spring is in the air and the hostel is OPEN on weekends!

BOOK ONLINE: Get $5 off when booking 2 or more nights (per person) online! Use promo code: Malabar

Visit Facebook and become a fan/friend of HI-Malabar Farm!


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This cozy hostel, with it's B&B atmosphere, is located on a working farm in Malabar Farm State Park in rural Ohio. Explore all that this state park has to offer - rolling hills and valleys - by foot or bicycle; and cross-country skis or snow-shoes in the winter time!


Rent-a-hostel: Thinking about a family reunion, a retreat, or a country wedding? Rent the whole hostel (up to 20 people) for only $350 per night! ($75 additional for 24hr access.) Available all year, by reservation only.

Spring is in the air and the hostel is OPEN on weekends!

BOOK ONLINE: Get $5 off when booking 2 or more nights (per person) online! Use promo code: Malabar

Visit Facebook and become a fan/friend of HI-Malabar Farm!


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Malabar Farm Maple Syrup Festival: Mar 6-7 and Mar 13-14

Maple Syrup Festival Visitors have the chance to discover the wonders of maple syrup production throughout Ohio's history. The 34th Annual Maple Syrup Family Festival is planned for the first two FULL weekends in March from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. da...

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Attractions

  • Hostel with a difference
  • Forested area nearby
  • Hiking trails nearby
  • Historical sites nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Leisure facilities nearby
  • Main attractions nearby
  • Restaurants nearby
  • Shopping centre/market nearby
  • Sports centre nearby

Facilities

  • BBQ at or near the hostel
  • Common room(s)
  • Discounts and concessions available
  • Family rooms available
  • Garden
  • Groups welcome
  • Individual traveller welcome
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rates include local tax
  • Self-catering kitchen
  • Sheets in price
  • Smoking room/area

Parking

Parking is available at no charge In the paved parking lot across from the Hostel. Please use the Hostel drive way for unloading and loading only.

Location

Malabar Farm State Park: Exit I-71 (exit 169) at State Route 13; at Hanley Rd. turn east (right from south, left from north). Go about 2 miles; turn right at 4-way stop at Little Washington Rd. Go south about a half mile. At fork in road bear left onto Pleasant Valley Rd. Go about 6 miles; turn right at Bromfield Rd. Hostel is first house on right. (Follow signs for Malabar Farm State Park.)

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Malabar Farm Maple Syrup Festival: Mar 6-7 and Mar 13-14

Malabar Farm Maple Syrup Festival: Mar 6-7 and Mar 13-14

Maple Syrup Festival Visitors have the chance to discover the wonders of maple syrup production throughout Ohio's history. The 34th Annual Maple Syrup Family Festival is planned for the first two FULL weekends in March from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. da...

Keep Reading->

Malabar Farm Maple Syrup Festival: Mar 6-7 and Mar 13-14

Malabar Farm Maple Syrup Festival: Mar 6-7 and Mar 13-14

Visitors have the chance to discover the wonders of maple syrup production throughout Ohio's history. The 34th Annual Maple Syrup Family Festival is planned for the first two FULL weekends in March from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. daily. This free festiv...

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1. Basics

  • 21 Total Beds
  • Outdoor Space
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Girl Scout "Ready" Facility find out more
  • 24 Hour Reception Desk
  • Guest Kitchen
  • Urban
  • Residential Neighborhood
  • Rural
  • National, State, or City Park Land
  • Free Pre-Trip Site Visit Available

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Discounted member rates - all groups associated with educational or non-profit organizations automatically receive our member discount. Please order your Group Membership here.

  • From $20 Per Person (Based on season, room type, day of week, and exclusive dorm use)
  • Taxes included
  • Breakfast included

3. Breakfast and Other Meals

  • Limited Continental (please ask hostel about specifics)
  • Free DIY Pancake Station
  • Free - Other (please check with hostel)
  • Advance Notice Required
  • Ala Carte Cafe - Items for Purchase
  • Other Meals Available with Advance Notice
  • Group Exclusive Kitchen with Advance Notice
  • General Guest Kitchen
  • Full Catering Available
  • Off-Site Group Dining Coordination

4. Dorm Room Configuration

  • 4 - 6 beds per Dorm
  • 6 - 10 beds per Dorm
  • 10+ beds per Dorm
  • Ensuite Dorms Available
  • Common Separate Gender Bathrooms
  • Private Hall Bathrooms
  • Ensuite Bathrooms
  • Dorms with Keyed Access
  • Lockers in Rooms
  • Lockers Available On-Site
  • Padlocks for Sale
  • Bed Linen and Towel Provided
  • Reading Light at Each Bed

5. Exclusive Dorm Use

  • Available by Request
  • Additional Fee May Apply
  • For Group Participants Under 18 Years of Age

6. Private Rooms for Chaperones and Bus Drivers

  • Private Group Leader Rooms (No private bath)
  • Private Group Leader Rooms (Ensuite)
  • Multiple Private Rooms Available (For general group participants)

7. Payment

  • First night's stay. Deposit Required to Secure Reservation
  • 14 Days Prior to Stay that Full Payment is Due

8. Parking

  • Free Parking
  • Parking Very Limited and Requires Advance Reservations
  • Parking with a Fee
  • Off-Site Parking (discounts available)
  • Street Parking
  • Off-Site Bus Parking Possible (with advance reservations)

9. Meeting Space

  • 0 Rooms Available
  • 0 Room Square Footage
  • Meeting Space Rental Fee
  • Off-Site Meeting Space Available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Meeting Presentation Technology and Supplies Available (Check with hostel for details)

10. Packages

  • All Inclusive Packages (Check with hostel for specifics)
  • Girl Scout Getaway Package find out more
  • Community Outreach and Volunteer Opportunities

11. Membership

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Lucas

Food and Drink

Malabar Farm Restaurant

Receive 10% off at the Malabar Farm Restaurant with your HI membership card. There is something special about French food. The rich creamy sauces, fresh vegetables and the fine desserts like crème brulee’. To experience fine French Cuisine locally you need only travel outside Mansfield , Ohio to Malabar Farm in Lucas. Our food is prepared in the traditional manner of the French country household, using simple, fresh ingredients specially chosen to enhance each meal. From traditional favorites like the classic French Onion Soup, and Caesar Salade to exciting new tastes like our Blackened Salmon and aged hand cut steaks. Our chef never stop creating flavors you will crave.
Tel: 419-938-5205

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