Is hostel life enjoyable?

Life at a hostel is one unique experience that can only be lived once. Moving into a PG comes with anxiety and hesitation. But all that fades away into the thin air as you get accustomed to that life and realise how enjoyable it is. Hostel life changes you and shapes you into a self-reliant individual.



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It's super easy to meet friends and travel buddies when staying in hostels, and due to that social nature, you are always around other people. The more people that are around, the more people will be aware of their surroundings and the less likely it is that bad things are going to happen.

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Hostels are a great way to meet like minded travelers and have some friends to explore with wherever you go. Hostels come in every shape, style and size. There really is no “one-fits-all” hostel. In fact, there are even luxury hostels around the world that deliver some seriously luxe accommodation at low prices.

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Tips For Hostel Life To Make Sure That You Have The Best Experience
  1. Get Home-made Food As Often As You Can. ...
  2. Share And Care. ...
  3. Know When To Say “No” ...
  4. Learn Subtle Techniques To Avoid People. ...
  5. Keep Some Money Stowed Away. ...
  6. Hang Out With Your Roommates At Least Once A Week. ...
  7. Be Friendly With The Hostel Guards/ Warden/ Cook.


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If you are wondering if you are too old to stay in a hostel, you are not. There's this funny thing I've noticed about aging: the older I get, the less I care what people think. If you had asked me if I would still stay in hostel dorm rooms in my thirties when I was 24, I probably would have told you I would not.

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Many people think of staying in hostels as an option specifically for young travelers. But as someone who travels longterm, on a budget, I can tell you it's an option you may consider, and even enjoy at any stage of life.

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If you're wondering if you're too old to stay in a hostel, you're not. Nobody is ever going to kick you out of a hostel because you're over 35, showing signs of ageing, or because you make a small “oof” sound when you slide your tired bones into bed. I've never been asked to confirm my age when checking into a hostel.

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After all, you'll be staying in a dorm surrounded by other people, where the need to make small talk can be uncomfortable and draining. But, as someone who craves their own personal space and the ability to withdraw from social situations, I'm here to tell you that introverts can absolutely enjoy hostel life!

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Ways to help you with homesickness in the hostel
  1. Eye on the Purpose. Achieving something extraordinary requires treading new territories, and that is why you're here. ...
  2. Making new Friends. ...
  3. Upgrade into your best version. ...
  4. Endorphins to the Rescue. ...
  5. Journal your way to a Healthy Lifestyle. ...
  6. Just pick up the phone!


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How to remove loneliness in hostel life? For a start, stop hiding in your room / on your bunk / behind your phone. Of course, it's not easy to put yourself out there when you're already feeling lonely, but it's one of those things that you're just going to have to do. You'll thank yourself for it later.

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If you are wondering if you are too old to stay in a hostel, you are not. There's this funny thing I've noticed about aging: the older I get, the less I care what people think. If you had asked me if I would still stay in hostel dorm rooms in my thirties when I was 24, I probably would have told you I would not.

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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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Don't be embarrassed If you're in your 30s, you may well be one of the older people in the hostel – and that's cool! You may find yourself apologising for being older or hiding your age but you should be proud of it.

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