5 Awesome High-End Hostels Around the World

Staying in a hostel doesn’t have to mean you are roughing it.

A hostel is simply a style of hotel set up with shared dorm rooms, communal common spaces and a kitchen. There can be bare-bones budget hostels, but there are also many other hostels that go above and beyond to offer their guests the amenities and little details that make their stay really special.

Let’s take a look at five wonderful hostels around the world that are dedicated to providing a high-end experience for their guests.

1. Selina, Various Locations

Selina is a chain of luxury hostels around the world, offering up a wonderful spot to chill out and find your “tribe.” They are well suited for digital nomads, as many of their locations offer co-working spaces that will allow visitors to have their ideal work-life balance. For the more indulgent traveler, you’ll find suites where you can relax in comfort.

 

With locations in some of the hottest spots in South and Central America, including Panama, Mexico, Colombia and Costa Rica, you can sign up for monthly or weekly memberships and have a seamless stay within each of the locations.

2. Soul Kitchen, St. Petersburg, Russia

The winner of the Hoscars Award for Best Small Hostel in 2016, Soul Kitchen is a wonderfully funky hostel with custom bunk beds or private rooms. The decor is chic and quirky, with art all over the walls and bright, comfy cushions in the lounge area.

Stay in the private room overlooking the Neva River and wake up every morning to a stunning view of St. Petersburg. The helpful staff will give you tips on what to do during your stay.

3. HI iSanook Residence, Bangkok, Thailand

This swanky hostel is a hidden hideaway right in the middle of chaotic, action-packed Bangkok. You’ll be able to relax and recharge in pool and fitness center, sip something cold and fruity at the rooftop cocktail bar and relax on the spacious sun terrace.

Each of the rooms is fitted with air-conditioning, flat-screen cable TV, fridge, safe and your own balcony. Plus, there’s a restaurant on-site serving up high end Thai and Western cuisine.

4. Mojo Hostel, Cape Town, South Africa

Mojo Hostel is one of the nicest spots to stay in Cape Town. It’s located in the trendy, upmarket Sea Point district and it is only a block away from the ocean. There are no bunk beds in the dorm rooms – everyone has their own big comfy wide bed.

Plus, this hostel also boasts speedy WiFi and a gorgeous rooftop deck with a sea view. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming and you will feel right at home.

 

5. Drop Bear Hostel, Santa Marta, Colombia

Santa Marta is a must-visit location in Colombia, close to the stunning beaches of Tayrona National Park. Drop Bear Hostel is one of the funkiest and most impressive hostels there, as it is built within a former kingpin’s mansion.

 

Yup, this enormous, sprawling building used to be a hideout for nefarious crime lords. These days it is populated with laid back travelers and it is known for the excellent swimming pool, super comfy beds and friendly atmosphere.

These are just 5 examples of stunning high-end hostels around the world – so why not treat yourself to a hostel stay that is a little more luxurious on your next trip?