Thursday, April 24, 2014

HI Bonavista Hostel in Bonavista!

 
Ever wanted to stay in a hostel that has it's own windmill? Well the Bonavista has exactly that! And that's not the only thing it has on offer. The Bonavista offers the best base for exploring many cultural sites nearby including Ryan Premises National Historic site and 'The Matthew Site'. And when you're all explored out you can go and sample some traditional New Foundland food such as jiggs dinner and fresh seafood (the area is well known for it's fishing after all! Dorms start from $30 for non-HI members.

Here are just a few more reasons why you should stay at HI Bonavista:
  • Great location, with bikes provided for free to explore
  • Your two hosts, Todd and Donna, will direct for everything you want to do there!
  • Free shuttle to St Johns
  • Kitchen and common room
  • Free wi-fi
  • Luggage storage
"If you go to Bonavista, stay here!"

You can find out more and start planning your trip here:  http://www.hihostels.ca/NewFoundLandLabrador/437/HI-Bonavista/index.hostel
Hostel of the Week, April. 24th to May 1st 2014
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
 


 


Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Ocean Island Inn in Victoria

The Ocean Island Inn prides itself on its friendly staff - in fact it's one of the first things that you'll hear about the place. That and the fact it's so cheap - accommodation is the lowest in town and the bar also has inexpensive food including some great vegetarian options! You can even catch some live music in the bar on certain nights. Dorm beds currently start at $25 including tax

Here are just a few more reasons why you should stay at Ocean Inn:
  • Great location, something which is frequently praised in their reviews
  • Very clean facilities
  • Extremely friendly and helpful staff
  • Discounts on tours and attractions
  • Large kitchen and common room
  • Free wi-fi
"Ocean Island, they've thought of everything" 

You can find out more and start planning your trip here:  http://oceanisland.com/

Hostel of the Week, April. 17th to April. 24th 2014
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
 


 



Wednesday, April 9, 2014

The Cona Hostel on Vancouver Island!


The Cona's mission to to provide clean, secure accommodation for the budget-minded traveler in a fun and exciting atmosphere. They are in a great spot for mountain biking and kayaking (with mountains and lakes close by). There's also a farmers market in full swing at the moment! And if you eat to much at this then you've always got a hammock at the hostel to relax in :)Rooms start from $25 including tax!

Here are just a few more reasons why you should stay at The Cona Hostel:
  • Spacious, clean budget accommodation
  • The location, near lots of outdoor activities
  • Free bike hire
  • BBQ
  • Foosball, TV and DVDs
  • Large kitchen and common room
  • Free wi-fi
'Supporting the journey - The Cona Hostel'

You can find out more and start planning your trip here:  http://www.theconahostel.com/
 

Hostel of the Week, April. 9th to April. 16th 2014
Submitted by Kennedy Jones

 

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