All the contact information for
each Hostel and Backpacker Inn is posted under the
community sections listed on each regional website
linked to BCeh.com. Links are provided to your right
connecting you to each regional website. So, pick
a region. Then pick a community.
Then start researching a Hostel vacation today EH. |
Types of Hostels and Backpacker
Inns in BC, Canada
(always
ask about Hostel Accommodations... as all Hostels are not
created equal)
A BC Canada Hostel is the most economical
way of traveling and exploring the province. It is also
one of the best ways to meet people from around the world
as the common areas of a Hostel are shared. Common areas
like the kitchen and living room are accessed and used by
everyone who stays. Meals are self catering. Groceries are
self supplied.
The expenses are kept low because of the sleeping quarters.
In a Hostel and a Backpacker Inn the rooms are generally
shared with others. In most accommodations the rooms are
filled with bunk beds and single beds therefore able to
sleep up to 6 people. Some hostels provide private rooms
at a higher price.
Most Backpacker Inns and Hostels have a phone, bus schedules
and shared showers, TV, VCR, bathrooms and kitchens…
while some of the more extensive Hostels might include a
pool, hot tub, library, games room, sauna, weight room,
internet, etc.
Hostels are generally located on bus routes and close to
all major transportation and community amenities. There
are exceptions as some are located in wilderness areas outside
of a community. In many communities there are a few hostels
to pick from but ... in some areas there is no Hostel operating.
So research well EH!
The Hostel Host is usually very knowledgeable on all local
activities, transportation links, tours and routes. There
are eco retreat Hostels which specialize in an eco activity
like mountain biking, skiing and backpacking. Some operate
tours, as well as, an accommodation.
Many of the British Columbia Hostels tend
to be privately owned and operated with the owners living
on-site. Not to say there are no Hostel companies operated
by managers... because there are and in the bigger communities
that is usually the case.
The selection of BC Hostels is very tight
in many areas and it is very wise to make reservations at
all Hostels before visiting BC in any season, especially
peak season from April – October and on all long weekends.
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