Youth Hostels - Checklist: Requirements and Questions

Here is my simple checklist of the most important aspects of a youth hostel. There are requirements and questions to ask myself before choosing one.

Requirements for a youth hostel

• Own (free) secure locker - for safety and peace of mind: credit card, camera, mp3 player, keys, money, etc.
• Warm water
• Staff - authentic, honest and experienced

Questions for deciding on a youth hostel

• Location - How far is the city center? How far is the bus station?
• Duration - How long will I stay there ideally?
• Price - important or not? What I am willing to pay for x?
• Mentality and offers - Do I want to relax or party? Do I want to do “canned” tours or explore on my own? With whom I wanna hang out?

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