Hostels, which can be found in every corner of the globe, give adventurous tourists the opportunity to travel without spending extra money. Party on the beach, huts in the jungle, floating hotels or sleeping pods on a ship – in this article we will highlight some of the most unusual and popular hostels on the planet.
Selina Hostel, Bocas del Toro, Panama
This hostel on the Panamanian island of Bocas del Toro is literally on the shores of the Caribbean Sea and you can dive into the water directly from the restaurant, bar or chill-out. And if you ever get bored of swimming in crystal clear waters, take free salsa lessons or do rooftop yoga. Don’t miss the hot Caribbean parties on Saturdays. A place in a hostel costs from $17, a delicious healthy breakfast is included in the price.
Kadir’s Tree House, Olympos, Turkey
Lost in lush gardens on the Mediterranean coast, this “tree house” offers the fulfillment of a childhood dream: spending the night among the branches like Tarzan. If you are afraid of heights, cabins closer to the ground will suit you, and on occasion they even offer a wedding suite. The hostel has a volleyball court, a pizzeria and a nightclub. Nightly rate is $11, includes breakfast, lunch and stunning scenery.
Casa Bombo, Granada, Spain
The word “palace” is more appropriate for this hostel. From the terrace of the fashionable hostel (night rates from $87) Casa Bombo, located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains, overlooks the whole of Granada and the beautiful Alhambra Palace. A swimming pool, a terrace, the friendliness of the owners and stunning interiors – and a lot of praise from visitors.
ArkaBarka Floating Hostel, Belgrade, Serbia
The floating wooden hostel ArkaBarka slowly bobs on the waters of the Danube. Reviews from visitors about the price, cleanliness and safety are very flattering, and nightly rates start at $15. The forest is noisy all around, although the hostel is only a 20-minute walk from the center of Belgrade. Sitting on the veranda with a glass of local white wine, you can watch the ducks swim and the sun set.
Cascada Verde, hostel at Uvita Falls, Costa Rica
Wooden open houses right next to the waterfall in the small town of Uvita, surrounded by the jungle, are a flashback to Costa Rica, which is not yet overcrowded with tourists. Stunning terrain, the sound of a waterfall, free yoga lessons, price (from $16) and strong Costa Rican coffee for breakfast – all this is highly appreciated by visitors, who also note the cleanliness and convenience of the hostel.
Soul Kitchen, St. Petersburg, Russia
The owners of the hostel have worked hard to create an attractive design that harmoniously combines the brickwork of the last century with modern furniture. Don’t miss a master class from famous St. Petersburg chefs who regularly visit the Soul Kitchen. Nightly rates start at $25, and the friendly staff is always happy to offer advice.
Jumbo Stay, Stockholm, Sweden
Jumbo Stay is a Boeing 747-200 Jumbo Jet converted into a hotel, and you have the unique opportunity to spend the night on board on the ground rather than in the sky. The hostel has 29 sleeping areas and one suite in the cockpit. Breakfast is ready to be served here even at 3 am if you need to catch an early flight. Transfer to Arlanda airport is included in the price of overnight stays (from $136).
Castle Rock Hostel, Edinburgh, Scotland
Castle Rock, an authentic Scottish castle built in 1846, was converted into a hostel ten years ago. The interiors, complete with antique armor, look like something out of a Harry Potter film, and the three living rooms are equipped with a home cinema, jukebox and real piano. Enormous and only $14.
Base Magnetic Island, Australia
The hostel is located on an island off Queensland and is a true oasis surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef. There are wild tropical forests, pristine beaches and tame koalas. The hostel has shared rooms with four or eight beds and bedrooms for women who do not want to stay overnight in the company of unfamiliar men (from $56),
as well as double rooms overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Full Moon parties are held here every month. Don’t forget your fins – the island has excellent diving.
Smugglers Cove Beach Resort, Nadi, Fiji
One of the hostels belonging to the famous Smugglers Cove chain is open on the famous Wailoaloa Beach in Fiji. The situation is conducive to carelessness: stretch out on the sand and relax. The hotel restaurant serves a buffet every morning, and in the evening the beach bar serves cocktails. All this – from $99.
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