Some people might believe traveling can either be cheap or comfortable, but that\u2019s no longer the case. The new, high-end hostels emerging all around the world offer both affordable and pleasant accommodations for a tight budget.<\/p>\n
No longer for college kids and their backpacking excursions, these hostels create a sense of community while also offering hotel-style rooms and service. These hostels are becoming the ideal choice for every type of traveler.<\/p>\n
One good source for researching hostels is Hostelling International\u00a0USA<\/a>. Here are two ideas:<\/p>\n Located on the south side of the island, with private beach access just steps away, the HI Nantucket hostel is a little slice of paradise. They\u2019ve got everything you need to settle in for a little rest and relaxation. Borrow one of their chairs or boogie boards and hit the beach. Or, rent a bike and cycle around the island on one of the many bike paths.<\/p>\n Escape from the hustle and bustle of city life and let cool ocean breezes take away your troubles at HI Truro hostel in the Cape Cod National Seashore. Take in the breathtaking views from the dining room while you enjoy free breakfast or cook up a dinner feast in their shared guest kitchen.<\/p>\n Heading around the world, you might check out Road Scholar, formerly known as “Elderhostel.”<\/p>\n Here are additional suggestions for trying a hostel around the world:<\/p>\n Located right in the middle of the tourist section of the city, the Lisbon Lounge is the perfect place if you’re looking for an inexpensive place to stay while visiting Portugal. This stylish hostel is both comfortable and safe with 24-hour reception and security.<\/p>\n Located in Baixa\u2014the tourist center of city\u2014the Lisbon Lounge is in a prime spot to experience the city. If you want to take a beautiful stroll, you can go around the corner to experience Rua Augusta, a grand mosaic-tiled pedestrian street capped by a colossal arch. For those interested in Lisbon\u2019s culture and history, the hostel is quite close to Alfama\u2014the oldest section of Lisbon. Barrio Alto\u2014a labyrinth of bars and street parties\u2014is also within a short distance, and the perfect place to forget your worries and just have fun.<\/p>\n The Lisbon Lounge has a variety of sleeping accommodations available. Traditional hostel-style mixed dorms are available\u2014including bunk beds for men and women\u2014which are the cheapest option. If you have a larger group or are just looking for a bit more privacy, the twin-bed ensuite with two extra beds or a twin-bed suite are additional options. Luggage storage is available, including personal lockers to keep valuables safe while you are out and about in the city.<\/p>\n Other amenities are available such as shared showers and restrooms plus access to a kitchen. There are multiple cozy lounge areas throughout the hostel, filled with comfortable and vintage furniture that are perfect for hanging out and chatting with the other visitors or for relaxing after a day of exploring.<\/p>\n If you are unsure where to go on your trip, the Lisbon Lounge arranges free tours, including walking tours of the city and night life, plus van tours of the historic Sintra and local beaches. And if you worked up an appetite by the end of the day, the hostel offers\u2014with a small fee\u2014a three course meal prepared by a professional Portuguese chef.<\/p>\n Prices for the Lisbon Lounge begin at about $12 in the low season and $31 in the high season.<\/p>\n The Wink hostel in Singapore offers a different kind of sleeping accommodation. Referred to as a \u201cpod,\u201d these tight sleeping quarters are surprisingly private and\u2014of course\u2014cozy. Stacked on top of one another and in neat rows, these designer-decorated and plush pods come with a variety of options and amenities. The walls are sound resistant and there is plenty of headroom with a backrest. It also includes a six-inch-thick mattress, reading light, and a small ledge that runs along the length of the pod for you to set small belongings or electronic devices on as they charge with the power outlets located directly inside.<\/p>\n Single-bed pods are available for men, women, and mixed dorm with queen-sized beds available for couples and travelers who want a little bit more room to spread out. There are lockers next to each pod with secure keycard access were visitors can keep their important items.<\/p>\n Located in historic Chinatown and nestled in the cultural heart of Singapore, the Wink Hostel is only minutes away from heritage and cultural attractions such as the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple, Skybridge, and Redot Design museum. If you are in the mood for dinner and drinks, just hop on Chinatown\u2019s Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) station, which is just around the corner, and stop by the Clarke Quay and bohemian Club Street for nightlife and dining destinations.<\/p>\n There are other amenities available that make this hostel feel safe and homey, including a full kitchenette, clean bathrooms, and small reading corners when you need to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Luggage storage and 24-hour security and service are provided to keep visitors safe and comfortable during their stay in Singapore. A cafe lounge is the perfect place to meet fellow travelers and a lovely complimentary breakfast is served in the kitchenette every morning. Not a bad way to start your day!<\/p>\n The price of each pod begins at about $29 for a single pod with additional costs for queen-sized beds.<\/p>\n Staying at The Bivvi Hostel is like stepping into a log cabin retreat with all the modern accommodations you could want. The decor is stylish and cozy with bright patterns and wood carved accents, complimenting both the rustic and scenic area of the Rocky Mountains.<\/p>\n The Bivvi Hostel\u2014located in Breckenridge, Colorado\u2014is in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, offering a variety of outdoor activities for every season. Whether it is Hiking Quandary Peak and Mohawk Lakes Trail in the summer or skiing and snowboarding at one of the top-10 ski resorts in North America, there is no shortage of things to do for the active traveler. If you are feeling adventurous or just want to attempt something new, try ice climbing in Summit or Eagle County or dog sledding with malamutes this winter. In the summer, you can enjoy paddleboarding or sailing down the Colorado River.<\/p>\n As a high-end hostel, the room choices are bit less traditional than other hostels. The accommodations offer private rooms more fitting for large groups or couples. If you are traveling alone or have a large group and want a cheaper option, you can stay in either the Sixer or El Cuatro bunk bed dorms that contain four to six bunk beds.<\/p>\n The Super Queen\u2014containing a queen-sized bed with a single bunk\u2014is another affordable option that’s useful for couples with either a teenager or a friend tagging along. If visitors are looking for a hotel-style accommodation, the King Lodge is perfect. Visitors staying in this room will enjoy a king-sized bed and have their own private bathroom, balcony, and LED television.<\/p>\n If you are looking to book a room that is affordable and fit for a lovely mountain getaway, the Hot Tub Suite is a large room, containing an ensuite hot tub, a roaring fireplace, and private balcony that looks out into the vast and beautiful forest.<\/p>\n For a set of couples traveling together, the four-person, Aspen Alley apartment is a great choice. It includes two bedrooms that contain king-sized beds with a private kitchen, living room, and fireplace. This space provides a sense of privacy but with the community of the Bivvi available right outside the door.<\/p>\n The Bivvi Hostel includes private bathrooms in each dorm and room plus free Wi-Fi and private balconies. Catering to the outdoor adventurists, a large gear room is available to keep gear safe and sound, ready for the next day\u2019s excursion. The room includes cubbies for helmets, gloves, and goggles, wall-mounted bike racks, ski board racks, boot dryers, and even air fresheners for after those long, hot summer days of trekking through the Rocky Mountains.<\/p>\n To get guests energized for their daily excursions, a complimentary breakfast is served every morning. Plus a well-stocked bar is available\u2014serving draft and bottled beer\u2014plus an assortment of wine to enjoy in the hot tub or in front of the fireplace after a long day of hiking, skiing, and dog sledding.<\/p>\n The prices begin at about $75 a night in the shared bunks and are more for the private rooms.<\/p>\n With its clean, sleek, and contemporary flair, the SLO Hostel represents the new style of hostel accommodations. The hostel encourages its visitors to \u201cslow travel\u201d in which you experience the city by taking the time to meet people, eat street food, and enjoy local events. The lounge areas are large and homey and include a private patio area where guests of the SLO living hostel can mingle and experience the city safely and comfortably.<\/p>\n The dorms can accommodate men, women, and mixed guests and have six to eight beds\u2014two to four bunk beds. The showers and toilets are shared with individual lockers for items that need safekeeping. Each bunk also comes with linens, individual outlets, and reading lights.\nIf visitors are interested in more private rooms, Deluxe Double rooms are available and include two double beds. These hotel-style accommodations also come with private patios, showers, towels, and bed linens.<\/p>\n Designed by a local architect and located in the heart of Lyon, France\u2014part of the historical Rh\u00f4ne-Alpes region\u2014the SLO Living Hostel is in the perfect location to experience Lyon, France\u2014a city which is beginning to rival even Paris. If you are not sure where to go on your trip to Lyon, the hostel negotiates with the touristic agencies of the city to provide low rates for a variety of tours.<\/p>\n One tour includes road trips of Lyon. Just grab some friends and a camper to tour beautiful country roads of France and Europe in a free and nomadic fashion. Or maybe you want to get a bit of exercise on your tour? You can cruise around on the newest in electronic bikes as you tour the city.<\/p>\n For visitors interested in learning about Lyon\u2019s cuisine, SLO Living Hostel helps arrange classes with the L\u2019atelier des Chefs cooking school, which are run by professional French chefs and teach you how to make all types of French foods.<\/p>\n Prices start at $25 for a bed in the six-bed communal dorms.<\/p>\n The Uprising Beach Resort combines a romantic atmosphere with the beauty of Fiji\u2019s natural environment, including white sand beaches and lush, tropical foliage. The buildings are designed to look like authentic Fiji-style huts, adding to the immersive experience of Fiji\u2019s culture and natural habitat.<\/p>\n Located in beachfront surrounded by beautiful gardens and overlooking Beqa Lagoon, the hostel is five minutes from the bank, grocery store, restaurants, marketplace, and cultural center. It\u2019s also only just forty-five minutes from the island nations\u2019 capital. Plus the location of Pacific Harbour is Fiji\u2019s adventure capital with access to the mainland where fearless visitors can try the world-famous Shark Dive in Beque Lagoon or go whitewater rafting down some of Fiji\u2019s grand rivers.<\/p>\n If you are looking to just sit back and relax on your trip, the hostel offers a well-stocked outdoor bar next to a beautiful pool that’s perfect for kicking back and enjoying the island atmosphere.<\/p>\n The Uprising Beach Resort has a couple different room options, each decorated with simple\u2014yet colorful\u2014island decor. The Tree House Dorms are a set of traditional, hostel-style rooms with 10 bunk beds in each building. Beautiful, stone-inlaid outdoor showers with both hot and cold water are available for both men and women, as well as personal lockers for your items.<\/p>\n Other, more private rooms are available including the Classic Bure that includes a queen-sized and single bed, balcony, tea and coffee facilities, refrigerator, hot and cold open-air showers, sitting area, and an entrance close to the water\u2019s edge. There are also the Commodore Villas that have two bedrooms each with a king-sized bed, a living room, and a balcony overlooking Beqa Lagoon or tropical landscape. Each villa also includes, solar hot, indoor bath tubs and open air showers, and television with DVD player.<\/p>\n In addition this tropical paradise has, laundry service, beach bar and happy hour, along with in-house massage facilities and a gym for visitors who want to keep up their exercise routine. Wifi is also offered along with 24-hour reception.<\/p>\n The price for a bed in the Treehouse dorm begins at $65 with private rooms starting at $285.<\/p>\n Barcelona is an old city with twists and turns, hidden secrets and rich culture and history. Cassa Kessler Boutique Hostel located in a beautiful art nouveau building is the perfect spot for visitors who want a true taste of the city for an affordable price. The style is modern with vintage flair, and a community like atmosphere, which allows visitors to connect with each other.<\/p>\n The Cassa Kessler Boutique Hostel helps their visitors navigate the vast city by offering tourist services. There are tours of historic sites like La Sagrada Familia Cathedral; the symbol of the city whose structure has been under construction since 1883. You can also walk along La Ramnla Avenue which is a mix between a shopping and cultural area filled with fascinating buildings of Modernism.<\/p>\n If you are in need of retail therapy on your trip to Spain, the tours provided by Cassa Kessler Boutique Hostel can show you to malls such as L\u2019illa diagonal and Las Arenas. And at the end of a long day of touring the city or shopping until you drop, take some time to savor delicious seafood at Botafumeiro or Can Ramonet, each with fresh seafood provided every day.<\/p>\n Like many of the high-end hostels available, the Cassa Kessler Boutique Hostel provides multiple sleeping accommodations. There are single beds in men’s, women’s, and mixed dormitories. Each dorm includes four beds per room with a shared bathroom and high-speed internet, plus air conditioning and heating. Another option is a double room with a double bed and shared bathroom. Though a bit more expensive, this option includes, a kitchenette, LCD TV, air conditioning and heating, and high-speed internet.<\/p>\n For more of a hotel-style stay, visitors can opt for a Junior Suite that includes a king-sized bed or two twins, a private bathroom, kitchenette, LCD TV, air conditioning and heating, and high-speed internet. The Exclusive apartment is for couples on a romantic getaway. The accommodations contain a double bed and a beautiful, private bathroom plus a kitchenette, LCD TV, air conditioning and heating, and high-speed internet.<\/p>\n Security lockers and 24-hour reception allow you to relax as you enjoy a cup of complimentary tea or coffee on the private terrace, overlooking the intricate and fascinating city of Barcelona.<\/p>\n Prices for the shared dorms start at about $28 for a single bed and private rooms begin at about $158. For more information about The Cassa Kessler Boutique Hostel visit their website at casakesslerbarcelona.com.<\/p>\n Whether you are soaking up the sun in Fiji or finding your way through the vast city of Barcelona, you need a comfortable place to rest your head after a long day. That used to mean an overpriced hotel, but the world is changing.<\/p>\n High-end hostels are supplying a cozy atmosphere and offering unique experiences for travelers all over the world. These guest-centered, secure, and clean accommodations are becoming the ideal means of traveling for any age. So why not try it?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Hostels have grown up. 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HI Truro<\/a><\/span><\/h4>\n
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Lisbon Lounge Hostel<\/a>:\u00a0<\/span>Lisbon, Portugal<\/h4>\n
Wink Hostel<\/a>:<\/span>\u00a0Singapore, Singapore<\/h4>\n
The Bivvi Hostel<\/a>:<\/span>\u00a0Breckenridge, Colorado<\/h4>\n
SLO Living Hostel<\/a>:<\/span>\u00a0Lyon, France<\/h4>\n
Uprising Beach Resort<\/a>:<\/span>\u00a0Pacific Harbour, Fiji<\/h4>\n
Cassa Kessler Boutique Hostel<\/a>:<\/span>\u00a0Barcelona, Spain<\/h4>\n
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Hotel or Hostel?<\/h4>\n