This document outlines 7 types of hostels: 1) cheap hostels that offer low prices but basic amenities, 2) homely and cosy hostels that feel like a home, 3) boutique hostels that are design-focused but still affordable, 4) party hostels that are oriented towards partying travelers, 5) traditional youth hostels that are large and social, 6) activity hostels themed around specific activities, and 7) 5-star hostels that are eco-friendly and offer a unique social experience based on transparent criteria. The document encourages travelers to research hostel types and reviews to find the best fit for their travel plans.

1. 7 Types of Hostels
Boutique, Party, 5 Star and more

2. 7 Types of Hostels
1. Cheap Hostels – travel on a budget
Yes, there is still the kind we call „cheap hostels“. It
refers to the one(s) with the lowest prices in town.
Most likely the service and facilities are not to a high
standard, and in general their location is perhaps not in
the city center.

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2. Homely & Cosy Hostels
The most cosy one you can find.
It instantly feels and looks like a home rather than a
paid accommodation.
There is the kitchen you can use, as well as an actual
living room and many more little details which make a
place feel like a home.

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3. Boutique Hostels – Design & Upscale
A boutique hostel is the most design-conscious type,
whereby a boutique-style meets and joins with the hostel
world.
It is a well-designed accommodation, but still on
budget.

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4. Party Hostels – All Night Long
Party Hostels are oriented more towards the younger-
minded travelers.
Party Hostels usually organise special events, and there
is no way alcohol is missing at any point of the party!

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5. Traditional Youth Hostels
A Hostel that has maintained its original focus over the
years as a cheap, social accommodation option.
Here you will stay in big dorms, find huge common
areas, and without a doubt, these traditional hostels are
optimized for bigger groups like school excursions and
team-building weekends.

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6. Activity Hostels – the Lifestyle
These hostels are for the active traveler, and offer an
accommodation themed to the specific type of activity
they are providing in or next to the hostel.
It is a lifestyle which comes combined with the
hostel.

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7. 5 Star Hostels – based on a transparent
criteria
A 5 Star Hostel is an eco-friendly design-conscious
hostel, offering a social and comfortable experience.
A unique concept to Hostelgeeks. Here is a full definition
for the standards of a 5 Star Hostel: http://
hostelgeeks.com/what-is-a-5-star-hostel/

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Summary
Every hostel is of course unique and a lot of them can
easily be a hybrid of two types, or maybe even more!
Make sure you check out the reviews to get an idea as
it’s important to find out which type of hostel might fit in
with your travel plans.
Find the full definition of all 7 types of Hostels here:
http://hostelgeeks.com/types-of-hostels-boutique-
party-5-star-hostels/

10. 7 Types of Hostels
Boutique, Party, 5 Star and more
Read the full guide to european Hostels here:
http://hostelgeeks.com/hostels-europe-full-guide/