For many of us, the word “hostel” conjures images of soulless dormitories crammed with beds. But thanks to demand from savvy, style-conscious travelers, a host of design-oriented hostels and communal ...

There’s a new breed of elegantly designed, upscale hostels that embrace the value of shared space but not the grime that tends to come with it. Why go to a $500-a-night boutique hotel when you can get ...

It’s no secret that staying at hostels makes planning your dream vacation much more accessible. From their reduced price points to communal living quarters that make it easy to meet new people, hostel ...

Walking down Rua de Miguel Bombarda, the main artery of Porto, Portugal's vibrant arts district, I finally found the unassuming door of the circa-1906 building I was seeking. Not sure exactly sure ...

When Colette Beckmann gives a tour of Bunk+Brew, she offers something of a cautious greeting: “Welcome to chaos land.” Beckmann is the general manager of the European-style hostel in Bend that offers ...

Known for bunk beds, shared spaces, and a communal vibe, hostels have long been a popular form of lodging worldwide, especially among backpackers, cyclists, and travelers on a budget. In July of last ...