Travelling around the world need not cost a life’s savings. Backpackers have long known about the convenience and inexpensive accommodation option offered by hostels. These hostels not only offer an inexpensive place to stay, but also lie in scenic locations and offer a good selection of activities.
Tropic Days Hostel-Australia
A soothing, tropical setting complete with gardens surrounds this hostel, which is also conveniently, located a mere short walking distance from the central shopping district in Cairns. There are affordable places to stay in Cairns on Expedia if you really want to enjoy some great accommodations that are near the shopping district. However, to save even more money you can to pitch a tent or stay in one of the private rooms or dorms that accommodate from two to eight visitors. The facility offers free Wi-Fi access and a shuttle bus service to and from town. Relax in a hammock by the pool, watch TV or a movie in the recreation area or play a few games of pool. Tropic Days has three fully equipped kitchens for the convenience of guests, but does provides meals at an additional cost. Five nights per week, the facility offers meals free of charge. If you are looking for hostels closer to the beach, check out hostels close to Melbourne on Hostelbookers.com.
Tropical Dolphin-Brazil
This hostel in Ubatuba consists of beachfront property that lays a mere 10 minute walk from the centre of the community. A bakery, supermarket and restaurants lie along the same avenue. The facility offers four person rooms having verandas that look out over the scenic location. Each room comes equipped with hammocks, refrigerators, televisions and fans along with modest furnishings. The hostel also has a community kitchen attached to the lounge area. Bicycles remain the main mode of transportation throughout Ubatuba and guests have the option of hiring a bike from the facility. The spot also attracts surfers and guests have access to long and short boards. The beach spans approximately two kilometres and features a number of bars that serve beverages and snacks.
Los Amigos Backpackers Hostel-Spain
This facility located in Tenerife remains open 24 hours every day for the convenience of guests. The hostel also provides transfer shuttle service to and from the airport. The nearest bus stop stands a mere 100 metres from the facility. Enjoy the comforts of home in private or shared rooms, as the facility features a community kitchen, laundry services and dorm lockers along with a recreation room/fitness centre along with a swimming pool. Los Amigos additionally has small in-house market and rents bikes, scooters and wind surfing equipment. The hostel lies 200 metres from La Mareta Beach, which joins La Tejita Beach. The facility also lies within close proximity to the Montana Roja Special Natural Reserve and the Los Abrigos Natural Rock Pools.
OstelloBeataSolitudo-Italy
Reserve a shared or private room at this hostel located in a picturesque mountain community. The facility features a long list of amenities that include laundry services and a fully equipped kitchen. Guests also have the chance to take an Italian cooking class. Enjoy the spectacular scenery combined with the hospitality of the local residents and the owners of the Ostello. Go hiking on the mountain trails. Take the bus or ride a bike to Amalfi or Positano. Other cities within a day’s travel include Capri, Naples and Pompei.
Oporto City Hostel-Portugal
Once a bed and breakfast, the owners of this facility renovated the structure, converting the building into a modernised hostel having private or shared rooms. Each room features a private bathroom and individual lockers along with bed, nightstands and reading lamps. Guests have access to a modern fully equipped kitchen for meal preparation. Relax in the lounge area, which has free Wi-Fi. There are no curfew restrictions and guests may checkout late. Located in the heart of Porto, the hostel lies just minutes from the shopping district, historical city centre and vibrant nightlife. The train station lies 10 minutes away and the airport 20 minutes.