How old do you have to be to sleep in a hostel?

Some hostels have age restrictions. In most countries, 18 years old is the minimum age to book accommodation as the primary guest (secondary guests can be younger than 18 if the primary guest is older than 18).



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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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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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As a hostel guest, unless you book an ensuite private room, you'll be sharing a bathroom. Some hostel bathrooms are directly connected to a dorm room, while others are only accessible through a hallway. Regardless of the setup in your particular hostel, shared bathroom etiquette remains the same.

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Unaccompanied minors are generally not accepted in youth hostels. Nevertheless, some establishments may allow unaccompanied minors between the ages of 16 and 18 to stay alone in their Youth Hostel provided they have a parental permission along with a copy of the legal guardian's valid ID or passport.

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Can you stay in a hostel with kids? Yes, you can, many hostels today have private family rooms but a few “party” hostels do still only take guests over 18 years old.

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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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In most cases, a hotel will allow someone under the age of 18 to check in with a credit card and valid photo ID, such as a passport or driver's license. There may be additional requirements involved depending on the hotel's policy and local laws, so it's best to check the details with the hotel before you book.

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The Unwritten Rules Of Hostel Life
  • Clean Your Own Dishes. Hostels with kitchens are great, but many people just leave their dirty dishes in the sink. ...
  • Pack Your Crap Early. ...
  • Keep The Lights Off When You're Late. ...
  • No Parties In The Dorm Room. ...
  • All Is Fair After 8 am. ...
  • Plastic Bags Suck. ...
  • Snoring. ...
  • Don't Hog The Heaters.


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Most hostels include free wifi when you check in – that said, the connection can be spotty if you're in a remote area or if lots of travelers are connected at once.

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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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10 Extra Hostel Etiquette Tips!
  • Don't bring open food into your dorm room.
  • Don't sleep naked in the dorm (underwear at minimum).
  • If you snore loudly, book a private room for the sake of others.
  • Only use the bed that's assigned to you.
  • Take your phone call outside the room if another guest is asleep.


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Definitely use alarms to wake up at certain times. A hostel is a shared living arrangement, if you aren't okay with an alarm, hostels might not be for you. But try to limit your snoozes and take your phone with you when you leave, if you can.

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Although you can choose to stay in girls only dorms in the majority of hostels, there are now certain areas and even whole hostels and hotels that are dedicated to just girls only. For example, if you're traveling through Europe, you could stay at Ecomama in Amsterdam which has a 'no boys allowed' ladies-only dorm.

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