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Only accessible via a 20-minute walk or a bike ride from Corrour train station, this well-equipped hostel<\/a> is in a dreamy location, on the shores of Loch Ossian in the Scottish Highlands. It\u2019s popular with hikers, cyclists and solo travellers<\/a> wanting to escape the city and explore the remote moorlands and munroes right on the doorstep. Warm your boots by the fire after a day of exploring, enjoy the lack of Wi-Fi as an opportunity to switch off and check out the starry skies at night. If you\u2019re lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of the majestic stag who has been known to wander around the loch. Bring plenty of supplies with you as you won\u2019t want to leave.<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address: <\/b>Corrour, Fort William, Scotland<\/p>\n \ud83d\ude89 Nearest station<\/b>: Corrour train station<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t With a challenging 30-minute hike through a Mayan trail in the jungle, simply getting to Ch\u2019i Bocol is an adventure – especially if you\u2019re arriving at night! – but oh so worth it. Try to stay at least 3 or 4 nights to make it worth the trek. You\u2019ll be rewarded with jaw-dropping views from your dorm, snoozy hammocks and a real sense of isolation in the jungle. But don\u2019t worry, there are delicious home cooked meals on offer by local chef Ava, so you won\u2019t need to pack any extra food. Take the one-hour hike to Semuc Champey<\/a>, a series of cascading turquoise pools under a natural limestone bridge, then go tubing right back down to the hostel! With natural swimming pools, an outdoor yoga<\/a> studio and even chocolate masterclasses on offer, why would you ever want to leave?<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address<\/b>: Aldea Chicanuz, Semuc Champey, Guatemala<\/p>\n \ud83d\ude89 Nearest station: <\/b>Lanquin bus station – free shuttle to the hostel from here<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t Start your day with free yoga in this peaceful retreat in the forests of Estonia\u2019s Lahemaa National Park. Owner Jim will cook you up a fireside feast after a day of cycling through the woodlands on one of their free bikes. There\u2019s even a fire-heated bath outside, and the plush bell tents will give you that luxurious glamping feel in the wilderness. It\u2019s surrounded by hiking trails so exploring the park couldn\u2019t be easier, plus there\u2019s a sauna to unwind in when you return!<\/p>\n There\u2019s a shuttle service on offer from the closest village, Loksa, or you can get there by bike in around 25 minutes. Don\u2019t be too rigid with your planning if possible; people tend to book two nights and end up staying three weeks!<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address: <\/b>Metsa, Hara Kula, Lahemaa National Park, Estonia<\/p>\n \u00a0\ud83d\ude89 Nearest station<\/b>: Loksa bus station \u2013 free shuttle to the hostel from here<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t Ready to get back to basics? At Rampart Creek, there\u2019s no phone coverage, no showers and no running water. But there are open fires, glacier fed lakes, an excellent kitchen and a wood fired sauna. Manager Ken keeps it spotless and will happily help you plan your hiking routes with hidden trails that you may have all to yourself. Book well in advance, especially in the summer as this is one of Canada\u2019s most popular and best remote hostels. With the chance to wake up to mountain views and spot grizzly bears, we can hardly say we\u2019re surprised.<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address: <\/b>Highway 93, PO Box 1358, Banff, Canada<\/p>\n \ud83d\ude89 Nearest station: <\/b>Banff train station<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t @elundini_backpackers<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Owners Lieve and Elliot will make you feel like part of the family in this serene corner of The Eastern Cape. Get a feel for \u2018Real South Africa\u2019 by staying in a traditional rondavel (little round buildings that are warm in the winter and cool in the summer). You can also learn about Xhosa Culture and take bespoke three-day hikes and horseback rides through in the Amathole Mountains. This remote hostel<\/a> is truly immersed in the Xhosa community, which makes for an unforgettable experience. Sustainability<\/a> is a big priority here too, with compost toilets, solar power and recycled rainwater used in the bathrooms and kitchen.<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address: <\/b>Elundini, Alice 5700, Hogsback, South Africa<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t Wanna get rustic? Glenmalure has no electricity or running water, and Wi-Fi and mobile phone service are the stuff of myths. There\u2019s only one road in and out to this old Irish house, steeped in history in The Wicklow Mountains, right beside The River Avonbeg. There\u2019s a kitchen to cook up some Irish Stew (or baked beans, whatever!) and some books available should you want to curl up by candlelight. This is a truly memorable stay, so take in the starry skies and embrace the solitude. By day, explore the surrounding green valleys, paddle in the nearby stream in summer and get to know all the neighbouring sheep. Bliss!<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address: <\/b>Glenmalure, Baravore, County Wicklow, Ireland<\/p>\n \ud83d\ude89 Nearest station: <\/b>Rathdrum train station<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t Escape the hustle and bustle of The Bay Area at this spotless remote hostel – the only one in Point Reyes National Seashore. This former farmhouse offers stunning views and a number of hiking trails right out the door. See what local wildlife you can spot, like elk, bobcats and sea lions! There\u2019s a spacious kitchen and free organic coffee every morning. You won\u2019t get a scrap of internet or phone service out here, but waking up to the smell of the ocean every morning is something that shouldn\u2019t be disturbed. They\u2019ve got a patio to enjoy the Californian sunshine with your new hostel mates,<\/a> and the staff are always down to chill and share tips about the area.<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address: <\/b>1390 Limantour Spit Road, Point Reyes Station, CA 94, USA<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t Backpackers in Sydney, want to get away from it all without travelling for seven hours? Pittwater YHA is only 30km from the city, but feels like an oasis in \u2018the bush\u2019. Hidden away in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, you can go kayaking in the bay, or take a bushwalk to aboriginal rock art sites. Spot colourful bird life and curious wallabies from the veranda, or pop a cold beer by the firepit. Don\u2019t forget to bring your own food as there\u2019s no shops around this hostel \u2013 when we said remote, we meant it!<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address: <\/b>Halls Wharf, Morning Bay, NSW, Sydney, Australia<\/p>\n \ud83d\ude89 Nearest station<\/b>: Sydney<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t @marieholmberthelsen<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n Take a slower pace of life at this family run home stay, perfectly positioned to take a free bike to explore Phong Nha National Park. Enjoy #HammockLife in front of the river, where you can take a dip if it\u2019s a hot day, or just hang out with the lazy resident puppies and wait for the stunning sunsets. The family dinners overlooking the river are great value for money, plus the adorable local children might even talk you into a game of volleyball afterwards. UNESCO World Heritage Site Phong Nha Cave is right on the doorstep, and you\u2019ll want to set aside a day for exploring its epic underground river and shaded grottoes.<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address: <\/b>Cu Lac Village, Son Trach Commune, Bo Trach, Phong Nha, Vietnam<\/p>\n \ud83d\ude89 Nearest station: <\/b>Phong Nha bus station<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t Take a two-hour drive from the market town of Otavalo<\/a> to find this tiny Ecuadorian beauty tucked away in the Cloud forests of the Intag Valley. If you\u2019re travelling solo<\/a> or in a couple, request the separate little house if you can. The bread, jam and yoghurt on offer is all homemade, and the restaurant is so good you won\u2019t want to eat anywhere else. Host Jimena will point you in the right direction for unspoilt hikes, coffee farms, waterfalls or the longest zip line in Ecuador if that\u2019s your thing. Plus, you may even get to share your view with the local nesting hummingbirds. When can we move in?<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address: <\/b>Via Intag KM 60, Cotacachi, Otavalo, Ecuador<\/p>\n \ud83d\ude89 Nearest station: <\/b>Otavalo bus station<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t Tucked away in the Paparoa National Park, Te Nikau has a retreat-like feel, and being just a short walk from the Truman Track and the isolated beach, you can feel a million miles away from the real world. Book the Stargazer hut, where you can gaze up at the galaxies from your comfy double bed. There\u2019s a small shop on site, and freshly baked bread and brownies on offer each day. Fill up on these before making the 3km hike to pancake rocks, a series of limestone formations and explosive blowholes that\u2019ll give you an introduction to New Zealand\u2019s<\/a> out of this world scenery.<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address: <\/b>Te Nikau Retreat, CMB 8, RD 1 Runanga, Punakaiki, New Zealand<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t Cosy up in Finnish Lapland<\/a> in this gorgeous boutique hostel. With super comfy beds, a well-stocked kitchen and stylish Scandi interiors, this is the place to do the Northern lights<\/a> in style and on a budget (in fact you can see them right outside the hostel<\/a>!)<\/p>\n Mountain hikes, free kick sleds in the winter and a toasty fire to warm up at the end of the day make this magical spot one of the best remote hostels in Northern Europe. There\u2019s even an on-site sauna for a full-on Finnish experience.<\/p>\n Hostel highlights:<\/b><\/p>\n \ud83c\udfe0 Address: <\/b>Aihkitie 1B, Akaslompolo, Finland<\/p>\n \ud83d\ude89 N<\/b>earest station<\/b>: Akaslompolo bus and train stations<\/p>\n \n\t\t\t\t <\/p>\n Has our list of the best remote hostels around the world got you yearning to escape civilisation? Then you know what to do \u2013 and where to stay!<\/p>\n \ud83c\udf1f Hostelling al fresco – where to find the coolest open-air hostels in the world!<\/a><\/p>\n \ud83c\udf1f 21 eco-friendly hostels perfect for the sustainable traveller!<\/a><\/p>\n \ud83c\udf1f The 12 coolest places to do yoga around the world<\/a><\/p>\n Gemma Thompson is a writer and broadcaster and specialises in solo female travel. You can find planning tips, city guides and inspiration at girlsthattravel.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n Ever wanted to get away from it all, as in *really* get away? We all travel for different reasons, but more and more of us are opting to go even further and take a digital detox out in the wilderness. 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2. Ch\u2019i Bocol Community Hostel<\/a> \u2013 Semuc Champey, Guatemala<\/h2>\n
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3. Projekt-Kodu<\/a> \u2013 Lahemaa National Park, Estonia<\/h2>\n
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4. HI Rampart Creek<\/a> \u2013 Banff, Canada<\/h2>\n
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5. Elundini Backpackers<\/a> \u2013 Hogsback, South Africa<\/h2>\n
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6. Glenmalure Hostel<\/a> \u2013 Wicklow, Ireland<\/h2>\n
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7. HI Point Reyes<\/a> \u2013 California, USA<\/h2>\n
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8. Pittwater YHA<\/a> \u2013 Sydney, Australia<\/h2>\n
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9. Village House<\/a> \u2013 Phong Nha, Vietnam<\/h2>\n
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10.\u00a0Pacheco Farmhouse<\/a> \u2013 Otavalo, Ecuador<\/h2>\n
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11. Te Nikau Retreat<\/a> \u2013 Punakaiki, New Zealand<\/h2>\n
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12. 7 Fells Hostel<\/a> \u2013 Akaslompolo, Finland<\/h2>\n
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