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5 Keys to Picking a Good Hostel
And why you should stay in one on your next adventure.
Let’s face reality. Any traveler who has spent nights in hostels will tell you there are bad ones out there.
Hostels get a bad reputation in the United States for being dirty, dangerous places. Although, that reputation is different from any hostel I have stayed at.
The truth is, hostels are an excellent option for affordable accommodation. Plus, they offer so much that a hotel can’t provide (we’ll get into that a little later).
To make the most out of your experience, you need to know what to look for in a good hostel.
That can mean different things for everyone. Yet, we all seek comfort and hospitality. Meeting tons of new friends from all over the world is just a bonus.
Without further ado, here are five things to look for to narrow down your search to only the good ones.
1. Good WiFi in your bunk room
A lot of hostels will “encourage being social” and only supply WiFi in the common area. This is their way of saving a little bit of money on extended router installation.
