Hamilton Guesthouse, Ontario

Hamilton Guesthouse is conveniently located in downtown Hamilton- we are close to all the major attractions this gorgeous- though underrated- city has to offer. Hamilton itself is ideally situated midway between Niagara Falls and Toronto in Ontario's famous Golden Horseshoe region.

Our Hostel offers clean, comfortable and affordable accommodations for backpackers; budget travelers, and students. Here are just a few of the things we offer our guests:

• Full kitchen with stove and microwave
• NO Curfew
• FREE parking (limited availability- call ahead)
• FREE linens and towels
• secure lockers available to all guests free of charge.
• FREE tea and coffee all day, every day
• Comfortable common room for guests to socialize
• cosy common room for guests to watch TV (with extended cable)
• Non smoking throughout.
• FREE Computer and wifi Internet access throughout the hostel
• Library fully stocked with maps, travel guides, reading material
• helpful and knowledgeable staff always ready to offer the best advice should you need it.

Hostel of the Week, Dec. 15th to Dec. 28th 2013
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada

Thunder Bay International Hostel in Shuniah, Northwestern Ontario

Take your time to visit the Thunder Bay International Hostel in Shuniah on the outskirts of Thunder Bay! You won't regret exploring the banks of the MacKenzie River or swim under the MacKenzie Falls or cliff-dive off Silver Harbour in the heart of the Canadian Shield. There are paths through the pine spruce and poplar forest across from the hostel for hikes to the lake or river. You can go amethyst hunting near the newly renovated 11-17 Highway, or travel into nearby Thunder Bay to visit Mount Mackay, Marina Park, or Fort William Historical Park. Guests at the hostel often have guitars and enjoy the crackling sound and heat from a large bonfire. Lloyd the friendly host of the hostel is happy to give people tours of the local 'dump' in hopes of seeing bears (or happening upon discarded 'treasures' with which to make interesting art).

The price is right at $25/night and the place is a real paradise. A shared kitchen is available as is a nice hot shower, a showcase of movies to choose from, and of course WIFI in the office space. Call 807-983-2042 to book your nights, summer or winter, or email info@thunderbayhostel.com.

Hostel of the Week, November 4th to December 15th 2013
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada