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6 BEST Yoga Retreats in Thailand – Mindfulness, Wellness, and Emotional Reset

Are you in need of a vacation to recharge your mind, body, and soul? Yoga retreats in Thailand...

Casa Pepe in Mexico City – The Fusion of Luxury and Backpacking

Start your day with a fresh fruit breakfast at Casa Pepe. Join a free walking tour during the...

3 Best Hostels in Copenhagen – Hipster, Design and Yoga in an Instagrammy City

Time to divulge the best hostels in Copenhagen! Rated as one of the happiest countries on earth, Copenhagen...

3 Best Hostels in Rome – Design-Led Hostels, Historic Buildings and Gladiators put on a Map

Time to bring out the 3 best hostels in Rome. Rome is a very traditional city. It has...

9 BEST Yoga Retreats in Portugal – from Meditation Yoga to Sound Healing

Portugal is home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, interesting museums, mouthwatering food, and the best...

6 Best Yoga Retreats in Sri Lanka – Yoga, Trekking and Surfing

Welcome to the detailed guide on the best yoga retreats in Sri Lanka. This magical country offers numerous...

Where to Eat in Venice? 22 Restaurants and Tricks to Venice on a Budget

Venice is an incredibly pretty city, one of those places everybody should visit at least once in life....

3 Best Hostels in Ibiza Island – Party Hard and Sleep Well (Ready to rumble?)

Backpacking Ibiza? So you are looking for the best Ibiza town hostels? You got it! I guess you...

3 Best Hostels in Toronto – Backpacker Places in Style

Looking for the best hostels in Toronto for your next trip? Then you just hit the jackpot, cause...

3 Best Hostels in Manila – Design and Party Hostels for the Solo-Traveller (and a Safety Guide!)

Manila may be a little new to the hostel scene but that’s not stopping us from creating a...

3 Best Hostels in Chicago, USA – Upscale Design you may not even expect

Time to reveal the best hostels in Chicago! Seriously, once you scroll through this list, you won’t consider...

71 Fun Things To Do in London 2022 – Roof Top Terraces, Kayaking and Public Toilet Bars

We collected a huge list of fun things to do in London. Life is serious enough, right?! Just...

19 Wonderful Things to Do in Kandy, Sri Lanka – Probably the Most Scenic Train Ride of your Life

When backpacking Sri Lanka, Kandy will be on your bucket list. It is the city to start your...

7 BEST Yoga Retreats for Beginners – From Europe to Bali

Are you starting in the world of Yoga and looking for yoga retreats for beginners? For beginning yoga...

9 Best Yoga Retreats in California

There are several great yoga retreats located in California, from meditation, intensive, spiritual retreats, and more. In a...

8 Best Yoga Retreats in Costa Rica to Book in 2022

In this article, we tell you what are some of the best yoga retreats in Costa Rica. You...

13 Best Yoga Retreats in Mexico – from Healing to Surfing and Diving

Welcome to your detailed guide to the best yoga retreats in Mexico. In Mexico there are all kinds...

3 Best Hostels in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – For an Unforgettable Time at Copacabana

Rumor has it that you are heading to Rio. Let us help you with the 3 best hostels...

Combo Hostel in Venice – Romance of a Former Monastery and Rooms with Canal View

We walked over the bridge, stood at the beautiful square in front of the hostel, and looked onto...

4 Santorini Volcano Tours compared – Which Tour is the Best?

So you are off to Santorini – oh I envy you. One thing you may be interested to...

Hostel Etiquette: 18 unwritten Hostel Rules you’ve to know (to make lifetime friends)

When staying at hostels, there are some unwritten rules which everybody should follow. Most of these hostel etiquette...

23 Fun Things to Do in Bangkok- Dragons and Abandoned Skyscrapers

Welcome to the guide to fun things to do in Bangkok. We share with you some starkly different...

13 Creative Hostel Design Ideas to steal (or get inspired by!)

Creativity! So many hostels around the world have a creative design. We at Hostelgeeks decided to collect cool...

Why Female Dorms? 7 Pros and 3 Cons of Female Dormitories

Let us talk about Female Dorms. Nowadays many Hostels offer as well female-only accommodations. We at Hostelgeeks love...

Bunkyard Hostels in Colombo – The perfect Starting point for your Sri Lanka Trip

We visited Bunkyard Hostels, and share in detail why this hostel will make the start and end of...

Revealing 5 Hidden Gems to Santorini (yes, there are still a few secrets left)

How about some hidden gems Santorini? Yes, there are still hidden gems! Santorini is well-known for its picturesque...

Caravan Buenos Aires – Porteña Home with Multicultural Environment

Let’s say a big ‚Hola! to our brand new boutique 5 Star Hostel; Caravan BA. Situated in trendy...

32 Cool Things to Do in Dresden: Safaris, Hidden yards and the Instagrammy Stone Bridge

Welcome to the ultimate list of activities and cool things to do in Dresden. This is not your...

Hostel Ruthensteiner in Vienna – Intellectuals Refugees and Open Arms at the oldest 5 Star Hostel in the world

If you are looking for a fabulous hostel in Vienna, you have just found the right place to...

Amayour Surf Hostel – BeauChic Hostel in the wild waves of Morocco

What will you find at the Amayour Surf Hostel in Taghazout, Morocco? This quote defines it perfectly: “There...

21 Best Things to Do in Rhodes, Greece – Beautiful Beaches, Snorkeling and Culture

We collected 21 different things to do in Rhodes so you can get some inspiration for your travel....

62 Things to Do in London for FREE (+ useful Tricks to spend much less)

Ladies, gentlemen, and freebie lovers! Ready to know all the things to do in London for Free? British...

NEXY Hostel, Hanoi – Your Luxury Space in bustling Old Quarter

This is our review of NEXY Hostel. We will walk you through the whole building, the area and...

24 Cool Things to Do in Ho Chi Minh City – Crazy Roof Top Nights and lots of Food

There are so many awesome and fun things to do in Ho Chi Minh City. It’s a huge...

46 Tips to identify fantastic Hostels worldwide (incl. smart Booking Tips!)

Sometimes, it’s the little things in life that take an experience from fairly good to fantastically great. And...

Clock Inn Kandy – Luxury Capsule Beds and Start Point of the most scenic Train Ride in Sri Lanka

Update: Unfortunately, Clock Inn Kandy Hostel closed. You can find all backpacker hostels in Kandy here. We visited...

10 Best Things to Do in Leuven, Belgium – Majestic City Hall and Beer Tours

Curious to discover some of the best things to do in Leuven? You have come just to the...

The Dwellington Hostel in New Zealand – A Strong Hostel Identity you will call Home

Thinking about staying in Wellington? Let us tell you, The Dwellington hostel is where it’s at! This effortlessly-cool...

Hostel Ole in Alicante – A home to Immerse in the Spanish Way of Life

Hostel Ole Alicante will do everything in their power to provide that home-away-from-home feeling. But that isn’t to...

Hopewell Lodge New Zealand – Lush Gardens and Timber Style Lodges by Water Taxi

It didn’t take us long to realize that the Hopewell Lodge in Marlborough Sounds in the South Island...

14 Gorgeous Coffee Shops in Da Nang, Vietnam (Daily Design Shot and WiFi fast as lightning)

Vietnam has a strong and deep coffee culture. And Da Nang is no exception here. There are many...

Instagram Bio Quotes to UPGRADE your Insta-Game

Looking for Instagram bio quotes ideas?Here we collected more than 321 quotes to help you stand from the...

SleepClub Hostel in Krabi – Perfect Design-Starter for Island-Hopping in Thailand

UPDATE: This hostel is permanently closed. Find the best hostels in Krabi with Hostelz.com here. You can also...

Mini Boxtel in AoNang, Thailand – Salty Hair, Sandy Feet and Superfruits with a Sea View

UPDATE: Sorry dear readers, Mini Boxtel permanently closed its doors in 2021. You can find all hostels in...

61 FUN Things to Do in Valencia – Party Boat, Classy Paella and the Latest Tomato Battle

Ever been to Valencia City? Located on the coastline and packed with so many activities, there are so...

Captain Coconuts in Gili Air – Dreamy Hostel-Resort and Healthy Eco Restaurant in Blue Paradise

Captain Coconuts Gili Air is located on the tiny island Gili Air, Lombok in Indonesia. Gili Islands are...

Puli Center Center Hostel – Artsy Hostel in the Heart of Taiwan

The Puli Center Center Hostel is an accommodation we at Hostelgeeks have been very curious about.The name alone...

SPIN Designer Hostel in El Nido – Surfing and Sleeping in Philippines Paradise

SPIN Designer Hostel has done a fantastic job with its green efforts, and no doubt you will notice...

Gili Mansion: the dreamy Mansion on the Paradise Island Gili Trawangan

We are Hostelgeeks, the #1 brand for premium hostels in the world, the 5 Star Hostels. For each...

Casa del Pavo Real in Palomino, Colombia – The Beautiful Designer Hostel at the Caribbean Coast

Endless, tall Palm trees, wall-less rooms and a crystal clear swimming pool are a few things to get...

Woodstock Beach Camp – Yoga, Friends and Hammocks near Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

We introduce you to Woodstock Beach Camp, its location, and share our first-hand experience with you. We share...

The First Hostel in Curacao: Former Ice Cream Factory with Swimming Pool and Jacuzzi

Curacao is one of the Caribbean’s best-kept secret islands. A paradise and dream destination for beach lovers, world...

Maverick Hostel in Budapest – Royal Mansion pleases Modern Needs

We’ve got another reason to visit Budapest, too – and that’s to stay at the Maverick Hostel Budapest....

How to find gorgeous Design Cafes anywhere in the world? 4 simple “Hacks” that will change your research!

We love coffee. Yes, we do! We use to say we turn coffee into code, and this is...

The Yard Hostel in Helsinki – Finnish Concept Design in Iconic 1912 building

With a heavy focus on Finnish design and local art, this neat and chic 5 Star Hostel in...

Fauna Luxury Hostel: Pura Vida Lifestyle in San José, Costa Rica

Update: Sorry to let you know that Fauna Luxury Hostel has permanently closed its doors. San José may...

Bread and Jam Hostel in Kuta – Bali Essence with a true Home Feeling

Update: Bread and Jam have been closed for some time due to the pandemic and are not sure...

Hualien Wow Hostel in Taiwan – Industrial Design meets 3D Art in a small coast town

We are Hostelgeeks, your independent network of upscale hostels all over the world, the 5 Star Hostels. Besides...

Ximen Wow Hostel Taipei, Taiwan – Awarded Best Designed Hotel

If your wish is to indulge in delicious Asian cuisine, explore a bustling city and meet new friends...

Beimen WOW Poshtel in Taipei – 60s Hotel turns into 5 Star Hostel

It comes with a small and a big wow. If you are looking for a fabulous hostel in...

4 Days London Itinerary to have a perfect Trip (without rushing it)

How many days is a great London itinerary? How many full days until you understand its people, culture,...

23 AMAZING Things to do in Interlaken 2022 – Adrenaline rush and views with James Bond

Looking for things to do in Interlaken? Welcome to the European Sports capital in Switzerland! Why capital? We...

The real Hidden Venice in Italy? 6 Unique Tips for a Magical Time

Let us guess: You are TIRED of all those tourist tips you found all over the web? Welcome to...

28 Fun Things to do in Singapore – Food, Beach and Street Art

Time to have fun and leave the tourist trail: here are 23 fun things to do in Singapore....

8 Cool Things to do in Lyon, France – Maybe even better than Paris?

You had two great ideas today: One is to travel to Lyon, and the second is to check...

17 Fun Things to Do in Budapest – Ruin Bars, Thermal Baths and Kayaking

So you are traveling the Hungarian capital and want to know what to do in Budapest? There are...

The Jugglers Rest – Fairytale meets Circus in New Zealand

Located in the charming town of Picton in the “Heart of the Marlborough Sounds”, Jugglers Rest is the...

25 Coolest Things to Do in Buenos Aires – Tango, Pizza and even Kite Surfing

Time to have some fun in Buenos Aires! After discovering the marvelous hostel Caravan BA we had a...

inBox Capsule Hostel in St Petersburg – Capsule beds to cherish your own space

We compared the absolute coolest backpacker hostels in Saint Petersburg. Read: detailed guide to 3 best hostels in...

Feeling liberated in Norway!

My boyfriend and I spent last August in Norway. Our first stop was Trolltunga, 22km of walking through...

Wow Tainan in Taiwan – Unplugged Concerts, Yoga Studio and Honesty Shop

Update: This hostel has permanently closed its doors. We keep this content here for your information. Grab yourself...

Bergamo Hostel in a Review – Is it a cool Hostel and City worth to visit?

The owners describe Bergamo Hostel in three words; urban, cozy and comfy, and we can see why. It...

Wooden Boutique in Chiang Mai’s Art Scene – Trace Hotelistro

Chiang Mai is known as Thailand’s jewel of the North. And at the same time, as food paradise....

Winter is not coming in Berlin – A Simple Story why I love Hostels

Going to Berlin on November was a challenge for me, since I’m not really an enthusiast of low...

What happens in Venice stays in Venice – my Selfie Stick Fiasco

There I was. In Venice. In Italy. For real. A backpacker visiting a house transformed into a beautiful...

Two Russian Spies in Rotterdam? A Hostel story

„It was a summer, when two young Russian guests came to our Ani&Haakien Hostel in Rotterdam to do...

Tears from Palestine – My homage to a friends wedding

Sometimes when I’ve been on the road for a while I get so used to living in the...

Sharing a room with glass walls to the bathroom with strangers!

When I came for the first time to teach English in China, I crossed the border on a...