Many tourists see hostels as a money-saving option. Backpackers, on the other hand, combine the useful with the enjoyable: they can save money and be in a relaxed place with cool people from all over the world.Due to the seasonality of domestic tourism, the daily rates of simple inns are often very close to the prices charged by hostels (also known as hostels or backpackers) and what will define the choice for many is the \u201caura\u201d that hangs over this real \u201cspot\u201d for backpackers.<\/p>\n
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What a hostel is like and what it offers. The structure can be that of a hostel, a hotel or even a house.<\/p>\n
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Dormitories:<\/strong> Most of them are collective, meaning that people who \u201cdon’t yet\u201d know each other are housed together. In some hostels, boys and girls (of all ages) sleep in separate rooms. Most hostels, especially in Brazil, offer private rooms for couples, families or small groups.<\/p>\n Bathrooms:<\/strong> These are common rooms, some outside and some inside. Most private rooms have private bathrooms. Tip: if you opt for a shared room, it is best to choose one with an outside bathroom (imagine the crowd coming back from a night out and going to \u201cexpel\u201d their liver in the bathroom inside the room you are trying to sleep in).<\/p>\n Towels and bedding:<\/strong> Some hostels offer these as part of the daily rate, others rent them.<\/p>\n Lockers:<\/strong> To store your backpack and\/or small belongings, you will usually find an individual locker. It should be locked with a padlock; if you don’t have one, no problem, most of these establishments rent or provide them.<\/p>\n Breakfast:<\/strong> Most hostels offer breakfast included in the daily rate. Those that do not, sell it, which means you can have it at the hostel with your friends or on the street, or prepare it in the communal kitchen (some offer this fully equipped space).<\/p>\n Kitchen and laundry:<\/strong> Some offer fully equipped communal kitchens and laundry facilities (usually flush toilets or allow the use of washing machines for a small fee).<\/p>\n Social and recreational spaces:<\/strong> Most have places where travelers can gather to chat, read, watch TV, listen to music, etc. Some hostels have a swimming pool, games room, soccer field, sports court, etc.<\/p>\n Bar and restaurant:<\/strong> some offer these areas; the former, for example, is synonymous with partying and a point of reference for some hostels in Brazil and around the world.<\/p>\n Services:<\/strong> Most of them offer internet (free or paid), organize excursions, sell tickets, transfers, rent bicycles, surfboards, offer language classes, etc. Obviously, these services are paid for in addition to the daily rate.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Who can stay in a hostel?<\/strong><\/p>\n Anyone who wishes to stay in a place as described.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Is there an age limit to stay in a hostel?<\/strong><\/p>\n Not in 99% of the cases. There is no minimum or maximum age. As they tend to have a very relaxed atmosphere, it is worth checking if a particular hostel accepts children. Just keep an eye on Hostelling International hostels in Europe and the USA, as there may be age and length of stay restrictions in some units.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Do you have to be a student to stay in a hostel?<\/strong><\/p>\n Not in 99% of cases. As above, please ask before booking whether you are staying in a Hostelling International hostel in Europe or the USA.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Do I need a membership card, hostelling card or any kind of membership to stay in a hostel?<\/strong><\/p>\n It depends. For example, at the world’s largest hostel chain, Hostelling International (HI), you need a \u201chostelling card\u201d. In practice, Brazilian HI hostels accept guests without a hostelling card, who pay a little more than members. Many HI hostels abroad do not accept guests without a membership card.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n How can I get my HI Hostelling Card?<\/strong><\/p>\n You can contact the HI Association in your state. If you don’t have one, contact the one nearest you. The card is mailed to you.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n What are independent hostels?<\/strong><\/p>\n Independent hostels are hostels that are not affiliated with a chain. Just like hostels and hotels that do not belong to any chain such as Accor, SOL Meli\u00e1 etc.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n NOW, IF YOU LIKE THE IDEA… BACKPACK ON YOUR BACK AND HIT THE ROAD!!!! YOU CAN ALSO DISCUSS HOSTELS AND GET ADVICE ON THIS AND OTHER TOPICS IN THE MOCHILEIROS.COM COMMUNITY.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Many tourists see hostels as a money-saving option. 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