Should you bring your own towel to hostels?

A good hostel usually provides towels for free. But many hostels charge a fee or require a deposit. Therefore, it is recommended to bring along your towel. In the case that the hostel provides you a towel, use them because if you can safe time packing it and if not entirely dry, the towel will smell bad.



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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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A good hostel usually provides towels for free. But many hostels charge a fee or require a deposit. Therefore, it is recommended to bring along your towel.

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There's usually no form to sign or anything. Make sure you double, triple check you have all your belongings. Leaving things at a hostel isn't fun. You may be asked to strip your bed sheets and pillowcase off and throw it all in a designated area.

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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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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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Hostels don't normally provide soap and shampoo, although some might provide a shampoo/body wash combination. So I recommend bringing soap and shampoo with you or planning to buy some when you arrive.

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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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There are certain situations in which towels make excellent gifts. Occasions such as holidays and birthdays are just some of the most important ones. Because they are such a practical gift, you can give towels at any time of the year. Towels will be mostly appreciated by people starting a new chapter in their lives.

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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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If you have an early start, get your stuff together the night before. Don't wake your hostel roommates up too early by rustling through your bags. If you're leaving early, pack your bags the night before and only leave out what you need for the morning.

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Most hostels have a communal bathroom with private shower stalls. So while they're technically “communal”, you'll still have a sense of privacy. It's worth investing in a nice toiletry bag, since communal showers mean you'll be toting your toiletries back and forth from your room.

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TAKE A SHOWER IN THE EVENING 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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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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Some hostels will offer a big locked room where you leave your bags for free. Others have a locker room in the reception with large lockers that fit backpacks.

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Some hostels may impose an age limit for staying in their establishment and thus not admit children below a certain age. As Youth Hostels mainly offer dorm accommodations, these rooms may not be suitable for families travelling with young children.

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5) Turning on the lights – Now until about 11pm/midnight, it's generally acceptable to have the lights on in a dorm but any later starts to grind people's gears, especially when they have to be up at 6am for a bus/plane. However at 4 in the morning (unless the whole room is up) it is not acceptable.

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