In normal times (remember those?) starting a new business was challenging enough, but in 2020 *gasp*, it’s next level. We are in awe! Our panel of HOSCARs’ judges chose these five as the top-notch contenders to bag themselves their first award. A shiny new award, for a shiny extraordinary new hostel… who gets your vote?…
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Extraordinary Community & Social Impact Hostels: HOSCARs Finalists 2021
If there’s one thing the last year has taught us, it’s that we need community, and giving backpackers temporary communities and a sense of belonging is something hostels do so well. In 2020 priorities switched and hostels empty of travellers shifted their gaze and focused on supporting their local communities. These five hostels were selected…
Extraordinary Inclusive Hostels: HOSCARs Finalists 2021
Hostels welcome travellers from all around the world and we believe they are some of the most inclusive environments you could ever wish to be in. However, hostel staff, like us, are always learning, becoming mindful of our own unconscious biases, and growing as a result. The HOSCARs’ judges selected the following five hostels as…
Extraordinary Sustainable Hostels: HOSCARs Finalists 2021
Travellers know that hostels are life-changing places, where you can surround yourself with free spirits while exploring our beautiful planet. These hostels are leading the charge in protecting the environment, doing their bit to ensure that backpackers can continue exploring for many years to come. The HOSCARs judges selected these hostels as the five Extraordinary Sustainable…
The Best Hostels in London for a Great British Adventure
This article was last updated Dec 22 How to find the best hostels in London for your trip LONDON BABY! The city that has it all; Amazing history, beautiful architecture, top grub, awesome shopping, immersive exhibitions, charming parks and banging night life. But it’s so HUGE, where do you start, and most importantly, where do…
Hostels are open and here’s what you need to know….
We’re sure you’ve noticed that the world is a little trickier to navigate right now, and like you we’re backpackers with clipped wings, wondering when we’ll be free to roam again. Really free, like we were before. Travel is possible for many of us, we can take a ‘staycation’ or cross a nearby border, but where should we stay? Sure,…
Go French Yourself: The best hostels in Paris
How to find the best hostels in Paris for your trip Wondering where to find the best hostels in Paris? From the heights of Montmartre to the good vibes of the Quartier Latin or the beautiful streets of Le Marais, we picked the 12 best hostels in the City of Light just for you. Insane rooftops,…
The Best Hostels in Lisbon: A Mecca for Luxury Hostel Worshippers
This article was last updated Apr 23 How to find the best hostels in Lisbon for your trip Want to find the best hostels in Lisbon? We’ve put together a list of the best places to stay in the city where you can explore and soak up the Portuguese sun. Whether you’re looking for…
The best hostels in New York
From its iconic skyline to its pizza, its buzzing 24-hour energy to its unbeatable music scene, New York is unlike anywhere else. But the world’s greatest city isn’t cheap. Hostels are a great accommodation option to have the most affordable trip. Here’s our list of the best hostels in New York based on real backpackers’…
Best hostels in Amsterdam: the ultimate budget accommodation bucket list
How to find the best hostels in Amsterdam for your trip Where to stay in Amsterdam? Whether you’re in the Dutch capital to explore the city like a cycling god, or to sample some of Amsterdam’s best clubs, you’ll need the right kind of hostel for your trip. Would you prefer an eco-friendly den with…
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