Bear on the Lake, Cape Breton Island!

There aren't many hostels where you can go sailing directly from. Not many are located at the start of the Cabot Trail either. And pretty much no hostel offers croquet. Well Bear on the Lake offers all of these! It's located on Cape Breton Island and is great if you like the outdoors and...moose! Moose are often to be found wandering in their backyard! 

Here are just a few more reasons why you should stay at Bear on the Lake:

• A converted house, it's so good everyone wants to stay for longer
• Great location right next to the start of the Cabot Trail
• Free wifi
• Pre-made beds!
• Small rooms - max. size is 4 in a room
• Kitchen AND bbq for guests use!
• Croquet, chess and more

"Chill in Canadian nature!"

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

Hostel of the Week, May 23rd to May 30th 2014

Submitted by Kennedy Jones

 

Backpackers Hostels Canada

La Maison du Patriote, Montreal!

If you're looking for a cosy place to stay in Montreal then La Maison du Patriote is for you! With only 5 rooms it's got a homely feel and the kitchen is the hub of activity. It's in a great location so you can go and explore easily using all of the recommendations provided by the hostel on the walls! The hostel is frequently voted as one of the best in Canada, they were also nominated the best small hostel in the world in 2012 and 2013! Dorms start from $22. 

Here are just a few more reasons why you should stay at La Maison du Patriote:

• The hostel has been running for 9 years, and has undergone a recent refurbishment
• Artsy - guests are even able to draw on the walls!
• Free wifi
• Friendly and knowledgeable staff
• Great place to meet other travellers
• Great location and right next to the bus for the airport

"The best value in Montreal!"

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

Hostel of the Week, May 16th to May 23rd 2014

Submitted by Kennedy Jones

 

Backpackers Hostels Canada

 

Tofino Trek Inn in Tofino!

The Tofino Trek Inn is a hostel style B&B with beautiful views of the Ocean Inlet, located right in downtown Tofino within a 10 minute walk of all the restaurants, shops, and tour companies. It is a very cozy B&B/hostel housed in a 1928 heritage building (one of the oldest existing buildings in Tofino). The Tofino Trek Inn is where your Tofino Adventure begins for all your sightseeing and activities - Whale watching, Surfing, Bear Watching, Kayaking, Fishing, Hot Springs Tour, and for exploring the Pacific Rim National Park with all it's spectacular beaches and rain forest trails. Your host, Joe, will plan and organize your entire stay in Tofino, so that you get to see and experience the best that Tofino has to offer during your stay in Tofino.

Here are just a few more reasons why you should stay at Tofino Trek Inn:

• A highly personalized and friendly service from your host, Joe
• Complimentary breakfast with freshly baked bread, fruit, coffee, & Tea
• Discounts with most tour providers in Tofino
• Complimentary WIFI
• Located only a 3 minute walk from the bus station
• Ranked among the top 5 B&B's in Tofino on Trip Advisor

"Your Tofino adventure begins here"

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

Hostel of the Week, May 2nd to May 9th 2014

Submitted by Kennedy Jones

 

Backpackers Hostels Canada