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Hostels rarely offer breakfast, and the ones that do might charge extra for this amenity. To avoid wasting unnecessary money on breakfast, make sure to book a hostel with a communal kitchen where you can whip up your own meals.
Padlocks
Most hostels provide free lockers where your belongings will be safe and sound, but it’s a good idea to bring your own padlock because some hostels have an extra fee for renting them.
Towels & Linens
It’s pretty common for hostels to charge extra for towels and sometimes even bed linens. Luckily, you can easily avoid this expense by bringing your own towels or reading through reviews to find a hostel that provides them for free.
Tourist Activities
Walking tours, pub crawls, and cooking classes are only some of the fun activities that hostels might offer to their guests. Unfortunately, they aren’t always free so put some time and effort into planning them on your own.
Laundry Facilities
Laundry facilities are a common fixture at larger hostels, but they don’t come free. If you want to avoid this expense, wash your laundry by hand or find a cheaper laundromat in the city.
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Not all hostels are created equal, and your choice will determine how you look at this type of accommodation in the future. Make sure to opt for a reputable hostel by carefully reading through reviews, and focus on the factors that are important to you, from comfy beds and clean bathrooms to a shared kitchen and proper safety measures.
Right Mindset
Go into your first hostel with a “try everything once” mindset. The whole point of your first hostel stay is to see if this type of accommodation is the right fit for you so you can make your future plans accordingly.
Private Room
Even though the whole point of staying at hostels is to save some money by staying in a dorm, you can also consider renting a private room. This way, you’ll get to experience the hostel atmosphere for the first time while still having some privacy.
Come Prepared
To make your first hostel stay less stressful, make sure to pack all the essentials they might not offer, such as towels, toiletries, and safety locks.
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Most hostels have quiet hours when there is no noise allowed, and the lights have to be shut down in the dorm rooms. Make sure you get some sleep during this period because you’re unlikely to make up for it at any point during the day.
Don’t Party Too Hard
Hostel dorm rooms don’t offer much opportunity to relax or get some rest. This is why you shouldn’t go too hard with your party habits. Being hungover in a crowded room where everyone is talking or doing their own thing is much more painful than when you are on your own.
Get Some Locks
If the hostel doesn’t offer safes, make sure you have a lock on the standby. Use it to keep your belongings safe because even if you don’t have ill intentions, someone else might have.
Spent as Much Time Outside the Hostel As Possible
The easiest way to deal with hostel dorm rooms is to spend as little time in them as possible. Plan out your day in a way that you only need to come to the hostel to sleep or to take a shower. This will make your entire experience that much better.
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Most travelers make their booking through Hostel World, Agoda, or Booking.com, but you can avoid their fees and save some extra cash by directly contacting the hostel or using their website.
Come Prepared
Don’t expect to get anything for free at your hostel. Pack your own towels, toiletries, padlocks, and earplugs so you won’t have to rent or buy them on the spot.
Bigger Dorm
Dorm room prices tend to vary depending on the size, and you’ll usually have to spend less money to stay in a bigger dorm.
Right Locations
Hostels at a remote location usually aren’t worth it, no matter how cheap. Try to opt for a centrally-located hostel so you won’t have to spend extra money on public transportation.
Prepare Your Food
Unless your hostel offers a free breakfast, consider booking one with a well-equipped shared kitchen where you can prepare your own meals to save some money on food.
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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.
ShelQuick 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.
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When booking a stay at a hotel, you’ll usually get breakfast free of charge. That’s not always the case with hostels, and some of them will ask you to pay extra for this amenity—while others won’t even offer it.
Towels
If you’re trying to save space in your suitcase, always remember to check if your hostel offers free towels because most of them will ask you to pay extra to rent them during your stay.
Privacy
Privacy doesn’t come cheap at hostels and you’ll need to cash out a lot of money for a private room if you want to avoid staying at a dorm. It’s up to you to decide if a private room is worth it because it can cost as much as an Airbnb.
Fun Activities
Hostels often offer a wide range of fun activities, from city tours to pub crawls, but keep in mind they’re often organized by local tour companies and don’t come free of charge.
Padlock
There’s no need for padlocks when staying at hotels, but they’re a must when you book a dorm room in a hostel. Bringing your own is always a good idea because some hostels charge them extra.
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]]>If you have a hostel stay coming up, be sure to pack these things in order to ensure that things go well.
Shampoo and Soap
While you might be used to finding soap and shampoo in a hotel or rental unit’s bathroom, this won’t be the case at most hostels. If you want to stay clean and have a nice shower while staying in one, be safe and bring your own shampoo and soap.
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Unless you are sharing a room with other people in your traveling party, you will most likely be forced to sleep in a dormitory with other people you don’t know, who might come and leave at strange hours and talk at night. Earplugs are key to keeping the noise out and getting a night of restful sleep.
Towel
Another thing that hostels generally don’t provide for their guests in order to cut costs is towels. So, if you want to be able to dry off after taking a shower, be sure to pack your own before going to a hostel.
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People who work in hostels are normally very outgoing and friendly, and sometimes they actually live at the hostel and are backpackers themselves. Make sure you don’t bother them with work-related questions when they are not working, taking their break, or if you run into them elsewhere. They will appreciate it.
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They will be there, working, when you check-in, when you get up in the morning, and when you come back after having a few drinks. Don’t forget to say hello, ask how they’re doing, and be generally pleasant.
Don’t forget to invite
Are you going out right at the end of a shift? If the hostel worker seems nice, invite them to join your group for a drink. Setting up a game at the hostel? See if they want to join. The staff usually loves to be counted for fun activities they don’t need to organize.
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]]>Group Trips
If you’re traveling with your family or a group of friends, you won’t save a lot (or any money) by staying at a hostel dorm. Once you add up the numbers, you’ll probably realize that you can rent a private apartment for the same amount of money.
Couple’s Retreat
Staying at a hostel with your loved one may seem ridiculous, but that’s not stopping people from doing it. Getting a private room or an apartment for two isn’t much more expensive, and you’ll have all the privacy you need.
Work & Travel
Hostels are great when you’re a solo traveler trying to meet new people, but things can get tricky if you’re working remotely. If you struggle to concentrate with other people around, consider investing in a private room and meet your deadlines without any distractions.
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You should still pay attention to all the necessary precautions while staying at hostels, such as washing your hands, not touching your face, and using hand sanitizer. You’ll be sharing your space with many people, so it’s important to be extra careful about all these things.
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Extra Care
Even if you have to stay at a hostel, consider renting your own room with a private bathroom. At least you won’t be sharing your space with other travelers and putting yourself and others in potentially risky situations.
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If you end up staying in a dorm with other people, don’t go wandering around like it’s a regular trip. Even if you came there in the hope you’ll get to explore another country, now’s not the time, so do the responsible thing and stay inside.
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