Do European hostels have showers?

Yes, but perhaps not in the way you're thinking. Most hostels have a communal bathroom with private shower stalls. So while they're technically “communal”, you'll still have a sense of privacy.



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Taking a shower in the evening is another unwritten rule if the dorm room has a private bathroom that contains a shower, toilet, or sink. While you might love to take a shower in the morning, it's crucial to understand that this time of the day is one of the busiest in the entire hostel.

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Hot Water Can Be Sparse Of course, with so many people staying in a single hostel, hot water can easily run out, so do expect some lukewarm showers, on occasion. To make sure you get a hot shower, either aim to shower first in the morning or in the afternoon after exploring, as these times are not popular.

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What Not to Bring to a Hostel
  • 1) Bedding and towels. Most hostels provide bedding including sheets, a comforter or blanket, and a pillow, so don't worry about finding space in your bag for these items. ...
  • 2) A sleeping bag. ...
  • 3) Big luggage. ...
  • 4) Your favorite delicate clothing. ...
  • 5) Valuables and other items you don't need.


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Don't leave your stuff unattended If you're staying in a shared space, try not to leave your things unattended or outside of a secure locker, even if it's just in your room. In a hostel dorm, if you leave your purse, phone, passport or laptop in the room while you're not there, you're taking a risk.

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Truth: Hostels are generally open to people of all ages, and I've never been turned away for being beyond my 20s. Do I feel “old” when I stay at hostels? Sometimes, yes. But I've rarely been the only person over 40 staying at one, and I frequently meet travelers in their 50s and 60s who are staying in hostels.

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Hostel rooms are full of distractions and noisy strangers that will keep you awake if you give them the chance. If you're having trouble sleeping well in hostels, just know that there's hope (as long as you take some of my advice.) Trust me, I've slept through it all.

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Depending on where you're travelling to, you'll find many hostels have a laundry room or service that lets you wash clothes for a fee, usually based on weight. Make sure you ask about this when you arrive as it can sometimes take a couple of days to have your clothes washed and returned.

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But all hostels provide you with toilet paper, but that's something they should provide you with anyway. Every hostel has its good things and bad things. Some depend on the people, and some on the hostel itself. There are hostels with swimming pools like in Ibiza and San Antonio, but most of them don't have them.

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Can couples sleep together in hostels? The answer is yes! Many hostels offer private rooms with double beds or twin beds that can be pushed together to create a double bed. Couples can enjoy a private space while still being able to take advantage of the social atmosphere of a hostel.

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It's a common question, but almost all hostels provide sheets and linen for sleeping, so unless you're camping as part of your trip, you can leave this one out.

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Here are a few tips that you can use to keep up the hostel hygiene game stronger than ever.
  1. Clean the areas that are used often. ...
  2. Keep the study table clean. ...
  3. Change bed sheets. ...
  4. Dusting in the room. ...
  5. Keeping yourself clean. ...
  6. Use Dustbin.


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