Hostels can have a reputation for being something akin to a college dorm, but these hostels are even giving nice hotels a run for their money.
Hostels, you either love them or loathe them. Many think of them as the preferred accommodation for drunken gap year students or unkempt vagabonds. A hostel is not typically where travelers seeking impeccable design, luxury amenities, and a comfortable night of sleep gravitate. But the world of hostels is rapidly changing.
Shake off your preconceived notions of rickety metal bunks, dilapidated facilities, and disheveled common areas reminiscent of college dorm rooms, and feast your eyes upon the future of hostels. This collection of properties around the United States has directed their attention to aesthetics. Rivaling top hotels with their comfort and design, they also help create an elevated experience in your destination. With accommodations offering scenic rooftop pools, James Beard Finalist on-site restaurants, and free tours to help you get to know the city from a local perspective, you might never stay in cheap chain hotels again.