Hostels are often seen as a budget lodging option that people only choose if they can’t afford any better. But the truth is that many hostels around the world actually have a lot to offer, often beyond what you can even get in a hotel. Here are just some of the things you may find at a hostel you stay at that can make your trip a little better.
Book Exchanges
If you ask us, a good book is a must-have for when you’re traveling, but you don’t want to lug too many of them around in your luggage as they are pretty heavy. That’s why hostel book exchanges are so convenient. Leave the one you finish, grab a new one, and enjoy.
Kitchens
Many hostels are equipped with kitchens where you can cook yourself meals, helping you save significantly on food by allowing you to cook instead of going out to eat all the time.
Bar or Cafe
Hostels are perhaps best for meeting other fellow travelers, and those with bars and cafes are particularly great at helping you get to know new people to potentially hang out with during your trip. Plus, they can be very convenient when you’re hungry late at night.