  by Nora Dunn on 31 January 2008 4 comments   Hostel Amenities
Hostels vary incredibly in layout, overall mood, location,
clientele, and amenities.  Most hostels have both dorm room
accommodations as well as private and semi-private rooms. There
will be a kitchen (fully stocked with cooking and eating
utensils, and occasionally some staple foods too) which is
shared by everybody in the hostel. Some hostels have multiple
kitchens, depending on the layout.  There are also often common
areas, bookshelves (where you can leave a book you have read and
take a different book with you), and a variety of other
occasional amenities including games, DVDs, satellite
televisions, and internet access.  Washrooms are often shared,
but sometimes those who get a private room will have a private
washroom.  Many hostels will also organize or host small tours
or activities in the area, depending on the area, culture, and
type of guests. Most hostel guests are younger, many being under
the age of 30. However one thing you will