13 Hostels In Exotic Locations You Won’t Believe Exist
Who doesn’t dream about pristine white beaches, palm trees, stunning sunsets and clear blue waters? Well, if you’re planning on visiting one of these heavenly destinations then we can definitely help you out with some tips on where to stay 😉 Roll out of bed and find yourself on the beach! Who says you have to stay in a fancy-pants resort to experience tropical luxury? We have exotic hostels in some of the most staggeringly beautiful locations on the planet, from tree houses in rain forests, infinity pools on mountains and beach huts on Caribbean shores. Whether you’re after a private room or a social dorm, here are some examples of how you can travel in paradise on a backpacker’s budget… But first, check out the HOSCARs winners for 2018!
1. Mad Monkey Backpackers Resort, Koh Rong Samloem, Cambodia
This hostel is tucked away in private beach on the tranquil island of Koh Rong Samloem and is only accessible by tail boat. Most of the island is unexplored, which means Mad Monkey is the ultimate base for outdoor adventure. The hostel’s schedule is jam-packed with activities and parties kicking off every night at the huge bar, so it’s super easy to meet other islanders. You can stay in a spacious dorm with separate showers or upgrade to a beachfront ensuite bungalow. Just heaven!
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- Customer rating: 8.7
- Price: £6.44/€7.80/$9
2. Casa Elemento, Minca, Colombia
Do you long for that fresh mountain air on your face? To wake up to the soft sound of toucans and monkeys? Then this hostel nestled in the Colombian Sierra Nevada Mountains is for you. Besides the 9.6 location rating from our customers, you can’t beat the family-type atmosphere here. There’s a campfire every night, a BBQ every Sunday *with smoked meats* and everything is locally sourced – even the beds are hand-made from jungle pine! We don’t have favourites, but we doubt things get any more blissful than watching the sunset in a giant hammock or eating breakfast in a treehouse looking out to sea. Read about Amy Baker’s experience at working at Casa Elemento here.
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- Customer rating: 8.0
- Price: £10/€11/$14
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3. Far Out Beach Club, Ios, Greece
The Greek Islands are known for their wild nightlife, and this hostel is a fun-packed party zone anchored on Mylopotas beach with the idyllic backdrop of the Aegean Sea. There’s accommodation for all budgets including dorms, privates, and cabins from £6 per night, plus the Far Out Camping site next door if you are on a cheaper budget. Aside from the pool parties and live music, there are facilities coming out of your eyeballs here, such as tennis and volleyball courts, a diving centre, sushi restaurant, and an outdoor cinema for chilling under the starry night sky. It certainly ticks all of our boxes!
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- Customer rating: 8.3
- Price: £28/€32/$39,75
4. Tribu Hostel, Holbox Island, Mexico
Ah, La Isla Holbox, where have you been all our lives? Holbox – meaning black hole – was founded in 1873 by pirates, and today it’s just 40 miles north-west of Cancun where the Gulf of Mexico meets the Caribbean. Today the island retains its magical charm with pink flamingos, colourful murals and yellow golf buggies, the only method of transport. The rainbow-painted Tribu hostel is just 40 metres from the beach. Owners David and Mia (plus Mango, the hostel dog) encourage you to “leave your footprint” and try Spanish language courses, yoga sessions, a “blind dinner”, or just simply flop in the hammocks for your Mexican siesta!
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- Customer rating: 8.8
- Price: £11.45/$16/€13
5. Hangover Hostels, Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Can you get any more tropical than coconut groves, the Indian Ocean and rolling alabaster beaches? We think not! 150km from the capital of Sri Lanka is Marissa, a beach where you can while away the hours diving, surfing, and experiencing some of the best whale watching in Asia. Let Hangover Hostels be your modern paradise. With free breakfast and morning yoga on the overhead deck, it’s no surprise our customers stay longer than they intended: “I booked the hostel for 2 days but ended up staying for 20 days! LOL!” Lol indeed!
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- Customer Rating: 8.9
- Price: £10/ €11/$14
6. Good Vibes Bungalows, Gili Trawangan, Indonesia
Prepare to become a part of the good vibes familia! There are no dorms in these newly built topical bungalows on Gili Trawangan, just 2-3 bed private rooms all to yourself. Picture sitting on your own private balcony eating free banana pancakes for breakfast! Good Vibes also make sure that there are hostel vibes with a garden, bar and organised adventures to meet other islanders. 🙌
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- Customer rating: 8.1
- Price: £21.12/$26,19/€24.39
7. Selina Bocas del Toro, Panama
Bocas del Toro is an archipelago made up of 9 stunning islands, rainforest jungles, banana plantations and adventure. Selinas Hostel is THE place to enjoy a rum punch and soak up the Caribbean vibes of the Bocos – it is literally ON the waterfront of Bocas Town! After floating in the azure Caribbean Sea, you can take a break from that tough island life with a free salsa class, rooftop yoga session, or let loose at the Caribbean Day Party on Saturdays!
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- Customer Rating: 8.2
- Price: £14.31/$20.30/€16.39
8. Base Magnetic Island, Australia
This hostel is on an island off of Queensland, an extraordinary oasis surrounded by the Great Barrier Reef, wild rainforest, untouched beaches and 800 koalas! You can choose from dorm rooms, female sanctuary dorms (which includes a sanctuary pamper package on arrival) or a double room if you want to wake up to the Pacific horizon every day. It’s certainly not deserted here though – the hostel bar is one of the liveliest on the Island, and every month they ignite their beach to throw the legendary Full Moon Down Under party. A note to Scuba enthusiasts – you better get your flippers on because Base ensures that you that you won’t find a cheaper diving qualification anywhere else in Australia!
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- Customer rating: 8.2
- Price: £21.15/€24/$30
9. F&F Hostel, Uruguay
It’s easy to see why this haven holds a 9.5 superb rating from our customers. It’s next to the famous surfers’ beach Playa Brava in Punta del Estea and has its own swimming pool, pool table and garden bar. But what makes F&F special is the homely atmosphere, awesome staff and dorms are the same price as a twin private for the sweet deal of £7 per room! Be careful, you may never leave!
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- Customer rating: 8.2
- Price: £13.82/€16.04/$17.17
10. Mad Monkey Hostel Boracay, Philipines
“No stress, no worries” is the motto at this new hostel on Boracay Island. Mad Monkey make no qualms about showing you a good time with a swimming pool, 2 bars, and a “selection of salacious cocktails from dawn ‘til dusk” and a “mean Bloody Mary” for the day after. Could you be a kiteboarding beach legend and you didn’t know it? The hostel is 1-minute walk from Bulabog Beach – the Number One kiteboarding beach in Asia. A bonus for creatives (photographer, blogger, writer, musician or artist) you can join the Mad Monkey creative hub and stay for free! http://madmonkeyhostels.com/creativehub/
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- Customer rating: 9.3
- Price: £11.54/€13.32/$14.30
11. El Jardin de Frida, Tulum, Mexico
This charming “Eco-Cultural Poshtel” is inspired by the legendary artist Frida Kahlo and has that certain kind of magic in the air with lots of art, Mexican culture and spiritual healing vibes. If you love being at one with nature then you’ve hit the hostel jackpot as here you are surrounded by a beautiful botanical garden with fruit trees, herbs, a running well and hammocks for pure chill time. For extra comfort, book a themed suite with your own private bathroom, kitchen, small living room and a spacious private terrace facing the jungle. Aaaaaaaand……relax.
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- Customer rating: 8.7
- Price: £9/€10/$12
12. Smugglers Cove Beach Resort, Nadi, Fiji
On the famous Wailoaloa Beach, is super easy to chill and unwind under the sun. Fancy some yoga on the shore? Perfect spot right here! Restaurant and bar (breakfast included YAY) are on the seaside … a day in paradise!
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- Customer ratings: 8.0
- Price: £6.44/€ 7.37/$9.14
13. Ganesha Kampot, Eco Guesthouse – Kampot, Cambodia
This amazing hostel is not only a home away from home, but a paradise too! Immersing yourself in nature is the perfect getaway from the buzzing city. Here you’ll find the relaxation you’re looking for: only 9 huts, 2 privates and a small dorm spread across 2 hectares! Here you can also find delicious traditional cuisine made with ethically sourced ingredients! We’d never want to leave!
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- Customer rating: 9.5
- Price: £14/€16/$20
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13 best exotic hostels
| Hostel | City | Country |
|---|---|---|
| Mad Monkey Backpackers Resort | Koh Rong Samloem | Cambodia |
| Casa Elemento | Minca | Colombia |
| far Out Beach Club | Ios | Greece |
| Tribu Hostel | Holbox | Mexico |
| Hangover Hostels | Mirissa | Sri Lanka |
| Good Vibes Bungalows | Gili Trawangan | Indonesia |
| Selina Bocas del Toro | Bocas del Toro | Panama |
| Base Magnetic Island | Magnetic Island | Australia |
| F&F Hostel | Punta del Este | Uruguay |
| Mad Monkey Hostel | Boracay | Philippines |
| El Jardin de Frida | Tulum | Mexico |
| Surfer’s Haven Guesthouse | Gregory Town | Bahamas |
| Smugglers Cove Beach Resort | Nadi | Fiji |
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