Top 10 European Hostels

Hostels might be the budget option – but cheap prices doesn’t have to mean poor quality…

In fact, the standard of accommodation set by hostels has been getting better over recent years, especially in Europe where competition is high.

Here’s the pick of hostels in Europe, according to customer ratings and reviews, where you’ll be getting the very best quality for very little money.

1. Living Lounge Hostel, Lisbon

At Living Lounge HostelTalk about chic – Living Lounge sets a new high when it comes to art, fashion and style. It’s no wonder this hostel has a rating of 99% with it’s elegant decor and unique inner garden room.

2. Travellers House, Lisbon

Lisbon seems to breed excellent hostels – Travellers House is a contemporary, charming and intimate haven in the busy city center.

3. Hostel Majadas, Mostar

Set in the picturesque town of Mostar, this hostel raises the bar when it comes to the ‘local experience’ – they even ply travellers with their own traditional tea!

4. Hobo Bear Hostel, Zagreb

The Living Room at Hobo BearIn the heart of the Croatian capital, Hobo Bear Hostel is modern yet cosy and authentic – enjoy a free welcome drink under stone arches in the old-fashioned lounge.

5. B and B il Canto del Sole, Siena

This converted Tuscan farmhouse combines the intimacy and low prices of a hostel with the standards of a top flight hotel. There’s even a swimming pool to cool off in after a long day exploring the chic city nearby.

6. Riverside Backpackers, Cardiff

Cardiff makes an original choice for a cosmopolitan city break, and their top hostel certainly delivers on location, price and facilities…

7. AAE Mosquito Hostel, Krakow

Rooms at AAE MosquitoAlthough it’s the cheapest of the bunch – with dorm beds from a tiny £3 per night – this hostel in Krakow doesn’t skimp on quality. AAE Mosquito Hostel is the newest in the city and excellently located just five minutes’ walk from the main square.

8. Johnies Place, Lisbon

Back in Lisbon once again, this idyllic hostel near the castle São Jorge benefits from amazing views over the city and its super-helpful owner…

9. Home Made Hostel, Budapest

Outside at Home Made HostelThe lovingly decorated Home Made Hostel is full of character and atmosphere. Be sure to attend one of their free cooking evenings, where you can learn to make a traditional Hungarian dinner…

10. Greg Tom Hostel, Krakow

Another popular hostel in Krakow, Greg Tom’s is renowned for its social evenings and events and it’s comfy dorms – not a bunk bed in sight!

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