Hostels are low-cost, short-term accommodations for travelers of all ages. Visitors pay for either a public or a private room. Prices vary based on style, location, and amenities but overall are very affordable. Hostels are the most common choice of accommodation for travelers; there are membership deals and discounts for frequent users. For more information, visit STA Travel.
Things to Consider
Below is some important information about hostels. If interested, there is a list of websites that provide hostel booking pages.
- Hostels are not luxurious and are meant for short term, cheap accommodations
- Some hostels have curfews
- Hostel rooms can be private or public depending on preferences and availability
- Bring a personal lock to secure belongings
- Some hostels and hostel websites have membership opportunities that can provide discounts
- Hostels are not exclusive to a certain age group
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Official worldwide International Youth Hostel web site. |
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Site has searchable database of hostels worldwide. There is also a directory that can be browsed by region, country, and city. Complete contact information is provided for each hostel. Many also have reviews and photos. |
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Information for hostels in the U.S. and worldwide. |
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Web site has hostel and tourist information It includes students' comments on hostels. |
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For those interested in staying at others' homes while traveling. Servas is not a budget travel service. Participants are encouraged to interact with their hosts. |
Campus Resources
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STA Travel |
STA will book hostels anywhere in the world. Agents can offer advice to students and they have personal experience with overseas hostels. |