Hostels make the best travel stays when it comes to backpacking. With new hostels comping up all around the world, solo travelling has become much easier than it used to be. Meeting passionate travellers, creating a safe space for everyone and not having to spend a fortune on hotels rooms is what hostels stand for.
Solo travelling comes with its own set of challenges, but there few places in the world where backpacker's hostels are in trend. These hostels have made solo travelling for women much easier. Having a comfortable and safe place to stay helps you enjoy your trip tension free. If you are looking for some great places to stay for solo female travellers, here is a list of top 10 hostels where you can book your bunk.
Where: Lisbon, Portugal
Ideal for: The name of the property itself will make you will welcome in this hostel. The hostel is also considered to be the best hostel in the world for solo female travellers.
What's so special: Set in one of the most important corners of the city, the hostel has been built in a 250-year-old building. Have a fun stay at this hostel which also offers Ipads in each room. Welcome your mornings with a São Jorge Castle view from the window. There are five types of accommodation here, ranging from Superior Double-Private rooms to 6 Bed-Dorms.
Accommodates: Number of people allowed in each room depends on the type of room. It generally varies from 2 to 6 guests in one room.
Price: ₹974 per night/ per person; breakfast not included
For Double bed Private Rooms, it's ₹3274 per night/ per room; breakfast not included
Where: Chiang Mai Thailand
Ideal for: This is hostel is ideal for travel backpackers and travellers who wonder without. This place can help you with Tours & Adventure planning.
What's so special: The Stamp Backpackers is a brainchild of two experienced travellers, Mike and Milky, who have also curated some of the best tour packages in Chiang Mai for you. This hostel is an amalgamation of the best features of all the hostels around the world. The stay offers you with a variety of accommodations, ranging from single-bed pod dorms to pod bunk dorms.
Accommodates: One person is allowed on one bed.
Price: ₹1369 per night/ per person; breakfast not included
Where: Lisbon
Ideal for: This hostel is ideal for all those solo travellers who love socialising. Every day there is a new event at this place.
What's so special: Set in the centre of the city, the hostel is just a few minutes walk from the Cais do Sodré Railway Station and the Metro. The hostel has been built on an 18th-century palace. The creators have kept few features of the palatial interiors and converted it into a modern day stay. Every night the hostel organise a fun event for all the guests. There are different types of accommodation here, ranging from private rooms to dorms. The dorms are both mixed and female only.
Accommodates: Number of people allowed in each room depends on the type of room. It generally varies from 2 to 8 guests in one room.
Price: ₹1526 per night/ per person; breakfast included
For Double bed Private Rooms, it's ₹4830 per night/ per room; breakfast included
Where: Santa Maria Maior, Lisbon, Portugal
Ideal for: This is an ideal stay for solo travellers who want to explore the old parts of the city and want to have waffles for breakfast!
What's so special: Located in Av. da Liberdade, the hostel is a six-year-old stay. They organise events like cooking classes for the guests. Spend your nights in bright dorm rooms. The dorms are both mixed and female only. There are eight types of accommodation here, ranging from Private rooms to 10 Bed-Dorms.
Accommodates: Number of people allowed in each room depends on the type of room. It generally varies from 2 to 10 guests in one room.
Price: ₹1689 per night/ per person; breakfast not included
For Double bed Private Rooms, it's ₹5186 per night/ per room; breakfast not included
Where: Seville, Spain
Ideal for: The stay is ideal for travellers who love to explore the cultural aspect of the city. The staff can help you plan your day in this beautiful city.
What's so special: La Banda, which literally means a gang of friends, was built 8 years ago by two friends. Taking the literal meaning forward, the owners have created an energetic space for young enthusiastic travellers. The hostel has a sweet rooftop where all the fun happens. It also organises free walk tours for all its guests. There are five types of accommodation here, ranging from 4 Bed-Dorms Superior Double-Private rooms to 8 Bed-Dorms.
Accommodates: One person is allowed on one bed.
Price: ₹1663 per night/ per person; breakfast not included
Where: Siem Reap, Cambodia
Ideal for: This place is ideal for travellers whose full-time job is to travel. The hostel provides enough privacy for work and also has some great common spaces where you can meet new people.
What's so special: Lub D in the central part of Siem Reap, Lub D is considered to be the largest hostel in the city. The hostel's unique design is inspired by the Khmer Lifestyle and is a complete surprise package. It has a private swimming pool and co-working space for all its guests. Apart from these cool features, the hostel is very near to Cambodia's hidden treasure, AngkorWat. There are five types of accommodation here, ranging from Deluxe Double rooms to 10 Bed-Dorms.
Accommodates: Number of people allowed in each room depends on the type of room. It generally varies from 2 to 10 guests in one room.
Price: ₹598 per night/ per person; breakfast not included
For Double bed Private Rooms, it's ₹2480 per night/ per room; breakfast not included.
Where: Verona, Italy
Ideal for: The Hostello is ideal for travellers who are looking for great location, comfort food and helpful staff at the same time.
What's so special: As explained by its owners, "The Hostello is an 8 year labour of love, designed to be a 'home away from home' for travellers." Set in a 4-storey building, the hostel is a perfect stay in the middle of the city. The Hostello has a garden terrace which can be conveniently used by guests. Created with a lot of love and passion for travel, this place has a great staff and are always there to help with your itinerary. There are mix dorms and female dorms, ranging with 4, 6 or 8 beds.
Accommodates: One person is allowed on one bed.
Price: ₹2,182 per night/ per person; breakfast included
Where: Porto, Portugal
Ideal for: This is an ideal stay for travellers who want to explore the city of Porto from within, take a peep into its history and culture.
What's so special: The Garden House is hostel set in a historical 19th-century house. The property has been refurbished into a modern-day hostel, but the owners have kept the historical essence of the house intact. The hostel has a pretty outdoor garden where travellers can meet similar minds. The Garden House is a warm, cosy place to spend your time in the beautiful city of Porto. The dorms are both mixed and female only. There are eight types of accommodation here, ranging from Private rooms to 8 Bed-Dorms.
Accommodates: Number of people allowed in each room depends on the type of room. It generally varies from 2 to 8 guests in one room.
Price: ₹1055 per night/ per person; breakfast included
For Double bed Private Rooms, it's ₹4059 per night/ per room; breakfast included
Where: Rome, Italy
Ideal for: This place is ideal for every passionate traveller. Be it a funky tattoo artist or a history teacher, this hostel is perfect for all.
What's so special: The Rome Hello is a hostel inspired by the local street art of the city. The interiors of the property have been very well artistically decorated. As the name suggests, the hostel is a gateway for travellers to get to know the city of Rome more closely. The place also organises fun activities for all its guests every day to keep them engaged. There are eight types of accommodation here, ranging from Deluxe Double rooms to 10 Bed-Dorms. The dorms are both mixed and female only.
Accommodates: Number of people allowed in each room depends on the type of room. It generally varies from 2 to 10 guests in one room.
Price: ₹1093 per night/ per person; breakfast included
For Double bed Private Rooms, it's ₹6657 per night/ per room; breakfast included.
Where: Budapest, Hungary
Ideal for: This place is ideal for travellers who are looking for adventurous days and nights in Budapest.
What's so special: Hostel One in Budapest is in business to provide all its guests with an experience like nowhere else. The staff will help you get to know this city up, close and personal. They generally organise free dinners for all the guests every night and then take them to some of the best pubs in the city to party their heart out. They can also plan day trips for you. There are four types of accommodation here, ranging from Deluxe Double rooms to 10 Bed-Dorms.
Accommodates: Number of people allowed in each room depends on the type of room. It generally varies from 2 to 10 guests in one room.
Price: ₹1098 per night/ per person; breakfast not included
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