The communal kitchen is one of the most cherished amenities that hostels have in store, and you should approach it with respect and care. Here are five unwritten hostel etiquette rules worth keeping in mind when you’re using a shared kitchen at your hostel.
Mark Your Items
Don’t place your food inside a hostel fridge before clearly marking your territory. Make sure to label all your food with your name, room number, and departure date so other guests wouldn’t think it’s up for grabs.
Avoid Hostel Theft
Speaking of food that’s up for grabs, occasional food theft may occur at busy hostels. Don’t engage in this disrespectful behavior and only consider taking food that’s been marked as free.
Taking Up Space
Keep in mind that room in the fridge is extremely limited when you’re staying at hostels since dozens of people are using it at once. Avoid taking up too much space and only buy food that you’re planning to eat fairly quickly.
Quick Meals
Avoid preparing elaborate meals that take too much time when staying at hostels because other guests likely need the kitchen as much as you do.
Remember To Clean Up
Always try to leave the hostel kitchen the same way you’ve found it. Wash your dishes and clean up the cooking area so other guests could use it freely once you’re done.
