Dreamcatcher Hostel, Golden, BC!

Look at reviews for Dreamcatcher Hostel and you'll see the same things coming up again and again: "best hostel ever", "clean", "comfortable", "cosy". The hostel was set up by a pair of travellers who met in China and have come back to make their home next to the Rockies. Gerald and Abi live in the hostel with their two dogs so you can't help but feel at home. The kitchen even has everything you need for all you cooks out their looking to settle in! The hostel is perfectly situated between 6 national parks (Banff, Glacier, Jasper, Yoho, Kootenay & Mount Revelstoke) and once you've finished exploring you've got some super comfy mattresses to look forward to! Dorm beds start at $33.60. 

Here are just a few reasons to visit Dreamcatcher Hostel:

• Right next to the Rockies and national parks
• Great homely environment where you're made to feel at home
• Clean facilities
• Discounts for local businesses
• Free hot drinks
• Free wifi
• Free large car park

To find out more and to book your next trip visit their website! http://www.dreamcatcherhostel.com/

Hostel of the Week, October 29th to November 4th 2014

Backpackers Hostels Canada

Samesun Banff

If you are looking for an affordable hostelling community in the Rockies, look no further than Samesun Banff. Nestled in Banff National Park, it is as pure an iconic `Canada` as you`ll get in one place. Samesun Banff is the only hostel right on the main strip of Banff Avenue and a 5 minute walk to all of local shops, restaurants, pubs, and clubs, pretty much everything the town has to offer.

A recently converted 4 star hotel, the Samesun Banff has all the amenities a backpacker could want in a home away from home. With ensuite bathrooms, kitchen and dining areas, free WiFi, free continental breakfast and free parking, the Samesun Banff also boasts a clean and comfortable environment, with spacious dorm rooms, a great atmopshere and friendly, helpful staff.

Also Home to the legendary Beaver Lounge, there are weekly Open Mic nights, live gigs and weekly trivia. This is a great place for a traveller to meet new people on similar journeys.

Known for its legendary theme parties, the Beaver is a guaranteed good time!

Hostel of the Week, August 16th to 30th 2011
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada