Island Hopping: 5 Islands and 5 Hostels

The “Must” for This Summer - Destination Island

What could go wrong in a destination that gets 300 days of sunshine a year, where the beaches are endless and the locals friendly and relaxed? True, that happens only at some of the world's last paradises, and HostelsClub.com presents this paradises for your holiday: 5 amazing Mediterranean islands and five amazing hostels there. Islands are always loved destinations and they offer many hotels, from budget „hostels“ to luxury accommodations, for every taste and budget.

Start to discover the Mediterranean islands with Ibiza, the party island in the Balearic Archipelago. Well known for its night life, Ibiza offers also endless emeralds beaches and an always blue sky. This island has more than 300 days of sunshine per year. Visitors can enjoy 50 wonderful beaches, a 125-mile coastline, many small coves, amazing nature with olive trees, almond trees and fig groves, salt lakes, pine forests and many historic buildings and attractions.

Our Tip: The good choice in Ibiza is Hostal Flores, a nice guest house located within walking distance from the San Antonio Beach. There are various restaurants and shops close to the hostel, and guest can also use the pool, the bar and the restaurant “Es Retiro” close by. With beds from 13€ and 94% of positive rating, Hostal Flores offers an extremely good price-performance.

Another small paradise in the Mediterranean sea is Ischia: it's the largest of the islands in the Bay of Naples andit is easy to reach from Capri and Naples. Ischia has many natural resources and offers an unique supply of hot springs, spas, volcanic mud and valuable minerals. Forty kilometers of coastline are also perfect for a relaxing day at the beach, and active people can enjoy climbing, walking, biking and the buzzing night life.

Our Tip: Staying in Paradise Beach Backpackers Hostel you will have an unforgettable holiday: chill out in the comfortable rooms, enjoy an energy-packed breakfast, make new friends and have fun. The hostel has a pool, a bar, a few common areas where you can listen to the music, meet friends and try the delicious island foods and wines. Ischia is just an amazing island, and you can stay in Paradise Beach Backpackers Hostel from 20€ per night. And when you have a HostelsClub.com Membershipcard you will also get a 20% discount on your reservation!

On other gem of the Mediterranean is Sardinia. With its turquoise sea and white sandy beaches it doesn't need any publicity: it is one of the most fascinating places on Earth, with a rich culture and history. The island is also easy to reach, since it's a destination for most low cost airlines. Sardinia's spectacular coastline doesn't leave anybody indifferent, it boasts spectacular bays and coves, white sand beaches and crystal-clear emerald water and it is the perfect place for water sports such as water skiing and windsurfing.

Our Tip: Hostel Marina, located in the hart of the city, is the first modern hostel in Cagliari and offers amazing private and shared rooms, according to needs and budget of the customers. With free internet, breakfast, TV Lounge, and a wonderful garden bar it is really a great place: prices starts at 22€.



Jump from Sardinia to other amazing island: Malta. There are so many places to discover: prehistoric temples, fossil-studded cliffs, glittering hidden coves, amazing beaches, romantic fishermen's villages and unique places, for example the Hypogeum, or underground cavity, a unique example of architecture. Malta's water is also perfect for scuba diving thanks to its reefs and caves.

Our Tip: You will never find a better hostel to learn more about Maltese culture then Hostel Malti. This comfortable hostel has a roof terrace with sea views, a quite lounge where you can chill out and read, free Wi-Fi and a nice swimming pool. In the morning, guests can prepare breakfast in the fully-equipped kitchen or have a BBQ together after a day out at the beach. And if you have an interest for adventure such as kite surfing, hiking, scuba diving, cliff jumping, sailing or para sailing, just ask the staff of the hostel.

We will finish our islands hopping in the Mediterranean Sea with the king of islands: Crete. It is the largest island in Greece, and the fifth largest one in the Mediterranean. Crete is without doubs one of the most popular travel destinations and has not only spectacular beaches, but also amazing architecture with its Venetian towns, Medieval Castles, Ottoman mosques and Byzantine monasteries.

Our Tip: Stay in Rethymno, which is located on the western side of Crete and is full of magnificent beaches, interesting archaeological sites, Byzantine churches, lovely villages and lively resorts. Don't miss the the Ideon Cave where the god Zeus was raised according to mythology. Ask in Rethymno Youth Hostel and the friendly staff will give you more tips and ideas on how to spend a day in Crete. Situated just in the center of the picturesque old town, this hostel offers a small oasis of fun and relaxation to travelers from all over the world! With beds from 11€ the hostel is also the one of the cheapest accommodation on the island.

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