Why is hostel life difficult?

Difficulty adapting to new surroundings: When students move away from their parents, many have emotional difficulties. So even while living in a hostel gives you independence and freedom, you might have to cope with the stress of being alone for a long period.



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That can be beautiful, but it can also be annoying. You don't have much private space in a hostel room. It's impossible to escape other people completely. You might get a roommate that snores or comes in late every night.

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Yes, absolutely! In fact, I've met many brilliant and experienced travelers in their 30s and above who have embraced the hostel lifestyle. Hostels aren't just for young travelers, they provide a great way for experienced travelers to explore new places, meet new people, and discover new cultures.

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Hostels are just fun. I miss them when I'm not staying at them. There's usually a bar, events going on, activities, people hanging out, a pool table – there are lots of ways to connect with other travelers in a hostel. The common areas are meant for people to interact.

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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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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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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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Some hostels offer “long-term” room options if this is of interest to you. These long-term options are usually tucked out of the way and have multiple long-term guests in them, so you'll get to know your roommates better. On the other hand, other hostels have a max stay time of a couple weeks or 30 days.

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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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Hostels can be hard to sleep in, but that's not always the case. The best thing you can do is set yourself up for success by incorporating practices to help you sleep better, such as good sleep hygiene and wearing products like ear plugs, eye masks, and breathable pajamas.

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Even more so, hostels are safe because of their social nature: they tend to be good vibes only. 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.

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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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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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