Luxury that you wouldn't expect in a hostel at an amazingly economical price.
Are you still convinced that hostels still conform to their grotty old stereotype? Well, then we'll just have to prove that today's hostels are completely different to those of days gone by, and we can show you how by bringing you 20 of Europe's most stylish Boutique Hostels.
WHAT IS A BOUTIQUE HOSTEL?
Firstly, we'd better say a few words about Boutique Hostels. Even though the idea comes from as long ago as the 1980s, you might not have heard about them as the concept originated in the USA and UK.
What sets a Boutique Hostel apart from the rest is their attention to detail, with well-designed environments and themed rooms. In short, they're hostels with a well defined personality an a style all their own. If you're interested in finding out more, you can read something about their history in this article.
BOUTIQUE HOSTELS IN ITALY
Plus Florence Hostel, Florence
Just 900 meters from the station, the Plus Florence Hostel offers beautifully furnished rooms, with an area just for girls too. With an outdoor pool, sauna and turkish bath ... what more could you possibly want? Ah yes, there's also a roof terrace!
Ostello Bello, Milan
It's no wonder that this Milan hostel earned its name "Ostello Bello" (that means Beautiful Hostel) with its cleanliness and modern design. All rooms have private bathrooms and it's just a short walk from the cathedral.
Generator Venice, Venice
Although we've chosen to look at the Generator Venice, all the establishments belonging to the Generator chain are boutique hostels, you just have to look at the photo to see why!
Ostellin Genova, Genova
The Ostellin Genoa is located in an ancient Genoese palace, but what makes it a boutique hostel? The answer is in their use of recycled materials to give a special designer touch to the structure.
BOUTIQUE HOSTELS IN PORTUGAL
The Independente Hostel & Suites, Lisbon
When you find out that the The Independente Hostel & Suites used to be the Swiss ambassador's residence in the early part of the last century ... that pretty much says it all!
Gallery Hostel, Porto
At the Gallery Hostel the rooms are colourful and comfortable, plus there's a beautiful garden and solar panels ... could you possibly need anything else?
BOUTIQUE HOSTELS IN CROATIA
Goli + Bosi Design Hostel, Split
The main colours used in the decor of the Design Hostel Goli + Bosi are yellow and white, making it wonderfully bright, but its true beauty is in its small cinema room!
BOUTIQUE HOSTELS IN THE UK
Euro Hostel, Liverpool
A modern hostel for a new generation, the Euro Hostel is located right in the heart of the city.
Safestay Holland Park
There are plenty of great hostels in London, but we chose to show you the Safestay Holland Park because of its roof terrace and access to the Kyoto Japanese Garden.
BOUTIQUE HOSTELS IN FINLAND
Tampere Dream Hostel
In the heart of Tampere you will find the Tampere Dream Hostel, a hostel run by a traveller family .. . Do you doubt that you'll find it perfection? We don't!
BOUTIQUE HOSTELS IN GERMANY
ONE 80 ° Hostels, Berlin
A Berlin institution, the ONE 80 ° Hostels Berlin is an eco-friendly hostel, with spaces designed to the latest fashion trends.
2A Hostel, Berlin
A hostel that looks almost futuristic ... this is the 2A Hostel in Berlin.
BOUTIQUE HOSTELS IN SPAIN
Urban Youth Hostel, Valencia
A colourful and extremely modern hostel, which combines many different styles without clashing. At the Urban Youth Hostel, each bed has its own reading light, plug and security locker.
Pars Tailor's, Barcelona
Pars Tailor's used to be a dressmakers shop during the 1930s. This special hostel is just minutes from La Rambla.
Toc hostel, Madrid
Created in a modern style, with a common room design, the Toc Hostel offers the best technology and comfort.
Alhambra Zoom, Granada
The Alhambra Zoom is a colourful and modern hostel that still manages to retain Granada's characteristic Moorish style.
U Hostels
The first luxury hostel in Madrid, U Hostels has been converted from a renovated 19th century palace.
BOUTIQUE HOSTELS IN HOLLAND
King Kong Hostel, Rotterdam
The King Kong Hostel has an iconic urban style, perfect for backpackers who like a touch of sophistication.
BOUTIQUE HOSTELS IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC
Plus Prague Hostel
The Plus Prague Hostel is one of the finest Boutique Hostels in Europe, with a space dedicated solely to girls and there is even a pool and a sauna!
BOUTIQUE HOSTELS IN FRANCE
The Loft Boutique Hostel & Hotel, Paris
You can choose between cosy style, Baroque or Pop ... whichever matches your taste. The Loft Boutique Hostel & Hotel is one of the most modern hostels in Paris.
Plug-Inn, Paris
Part of the Hip Hop Chain, the Plug-Inn Hostel offers economical prices combined with the fabulous style that you would expect from one of the most beautiful Parisian neighbourhoods: Montmartre.
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