How old can you be and go to a hostel?

Generally speaking, most hostels will welcome guests of all ages and those over the age of 18 years old are free to book accommodation and stay as a solo traveller in a dorm or private room. I've stayed in many a hostel and never once heard the front desk staff turn someone away due to their age.



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The typical hostel-goer tends to skew on the younger side. The average age is probably somewhere between 18 and 25, although you'll definitely find travelers much older than that as well! I have even witnessed full families with young children staying in hostels.

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It's what makes it unique, and it's why it's always my top choice when I travel.” So the short answer is that hostels are for everyone. There isn't just one type of person that stays in a hostel while they travel.

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The traditional hostel may be described as not a fitting place for kids. Most people think that hostels have little to no privacy and not enough space but that isn't always true. Staying in hostels as a family is great especially if you're on a tight budget because it is very inexpensive.

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Shower shoes And yes, hostel showers are always in individually-locking rooms or stalls. You will not be showering in front of strangers. The same goes for the toilets.

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A hostel is styled like a college dormitory. Multiple people share a room and also have shared bathrooms and showers. Unlike hotels, hostels may only have a few people on staff and fewer amenities. A hostel is popular among single travelers or young people who are looking to save money on lodging.

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Here are ten more hostel etiquette tips to keep in mind: Only use the bed that's assigned to you. Take your phone call outside the room if another guest is asleep. Avoid conversing loudly if another guest is asleep. Dorm rooms, bathrooms and common areas are usually cleaned daily.

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As long as there is a bed, hostels will take in people who are sleeping rough, with the aim of helping them claim welfare benefits to pay for the bed later – and find longer-term accommodation.

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Hostels are often shared accommodations, which means that women may be sharing a room with strangers or sleeping in a mixed-gender dorm. This can make some women feel vulnerable and unsafe, but with proper precautions and awareness, women can have a safe and enjoyable experience staying in hostels.

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Hostels vs. Hotels? A dorm bed in a hostel tends to be the most affordable accommodation for a solo traveler. For those traveling in pairs or groups, Airbnbs are sometimes the most affordable option — especially if you stay in one place for a longer period of time (i.e. one week).

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If you're travelling solo, you'll likely still want to meet people and have conversations. Luckily, hostels are full of interesting people, and the types of people who stay in hostels are usually friendly and keen to make conversation. Regardless of this, you're under no obligation to socialise.

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