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
 
Backpackers Hostels Canada

 

Gite du Plateau Mont Royal, Montreal!

Gite du Plateau Mont Royal is your relaxed and quirky home from home. You can sit back and enjoy their buffet breakfast (with additional pancakes made to order) or enjoy a beer on their great rooftop Garden in Summer. If you need any help then the smiley staff are a great source of friendly advice! Prices start from $24.35.

Here are just a few reasons why you should stay at Gite du Plateau Mont-Royal:

• The location, near all the main attractions, in The Plateau, 15 min walk from Old Montreal, Sainte Catherine
• The Quartier des festivals is 10mn walk
• Affordable rates
• The rooftop terrace in summer where we have concerts and BBQ parties
• The great free breakfast with pancakes and real maple syrup from Quebec
• The great, dynamic and joyful team

Gite du Plateau Mont-Royal - a smiley hostel all round

You can find out more and start planning your trip here:  http://www.hostelmontreal.com/
 
Hostel of the Week, March. 31th to April. 7th 2014
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
 
Backpackers Hostels Canada

 

Planet Traveler, Toronto

Planet Traveler is one of the greenest, if not THE greenest, hostels that you will ever stay in. Custom built to be eco-friendly, they have a range of specially designed features like renewable energy sources. But that's not the only reason that you should stay here. You'll also find the front desk manned by a team of young and friendly travellers, a great location right next to the foodie heaven of Kensington Market and the uber-cool bars on College Street. You just need to remember to get up in time for the excellent spread at breakfast! Prices start from $31.

Here are just a few reasons why you should stay at Planet Traveler:

•  Greenest accommodation in Toronto
•  Ideal location next to nightlife, tourist attractions and shops
•  Fun and friendly young staff
•  Free wi-fi, tea and coffee
•  Free breakfast
•  Regular activity nights including pub crawls and pasta night
•  Rooftop bar
•  Common room to chill out in (or to watch TV)
•  Security lockers
•  No curfew

“You are here”, our way to tell you at The Planet Traveler, WELCOME!

You can find out more and start planning your trip here:  http://www.PlanetTraveler.com
 
Hostel of the Week, March. 24th to March. 31st 2014
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
 
Backpackers Hostels Canada

 

Ottawa Backpackers Inn, Ottawa!

Ottawa Backpackers Inn is just like staying at a friend's place. It's an independent hostel staffed by young travellers who will welcome you straight away! It's ideally located only a few mins from the busy Byward Market and only ten minutes walk from Parliament. And it's also the cheapest accommodation in Ottawa, prices start at $28 per night (excluding tax).

Here are just a few reasons why you should stay at OBI:

Cheapest accommodation in Ottawa

Ideal location

Special OBI guest map which gives discounts in recommended local businesses

Free wi-fi and tea and coffee

Regular activity nights including movie night and cake night

Young and friendly staff

Well equipped kitchen and massive fridge

Common room to chill out in (or to play chess against the staff)

Security lockers

No curfew

Ottawa Backpackers Inn....'Like staying at a friend's place'

You can find out more and start planning your trip here:  http://www.Ottawahostel.com
 
Hostel of the Week, March. 17th to March. 24th 2014
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
 
Backpackers Hostels Canada

 

Sun Peaks Hostel at Sun Peaks, BC!

Sun Peaks hostel is located in Sun Peaks, the largest ski area in BCs interior. The hostel strives to make you feel as comfortable as possible with pancake and coffee breakfast to regular activities at night. And it's also extremely reasonably priced - prices start from $27 a night!

There are a range of facilities at the hostel to make you feel right at home:

• Bedding & Towels
• Pancake Breakfast & Coffee / Tea
• Laundry
• Internet access (free WiFi)
• Lounge - Common Area
• Movie Nights
• TV and DVDs
• Security Lockers
• Free Parking
• No Curfews

And the best thing? They have a dog!

You can find out more and start planning your trip here:  http://www.sunpeakshostel.com
Hostel of the Week, March. 10th to March. 16th 2014
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada

Bella Vista Country House, in Meaford Ontario!

Bella Vista Country House is a home-away-from-home--an international hostel providing affordable and comfortable accommodations, and, with the magnificent panoramic backdrop of the Niagara Escarpment and the Great Lakes! It is a great base for exploring this 4-season paradise in Southern Georgian Bay or a stop enroute, halfway between Toronto or Niagara Falls and Manitoulin Island or Algonquin Park.

Guests of all ages love Bella Vista, from families with young children to seniors with mobility issues. Single travellers are always welcome too! It is perfect for explorers, travellers, or groups (i.e. weddings, retreats, meetings, workshops, and other events).

Bella Vista offers private rooms with ensuite, family room with shared bath, or hostel dorm-bed accommodation. In addition to a continental breakfast (using all natural ingredients where possible, with vegan, gluten and dairy free options), guests have use of the fully-equipped kitchen and a chance to connect with others exploring our little piece of Heaven.

Free parking and WiFi. Laundry facilities are available with fee.

Close to all the amenities including:

• Outdoor activities (kayaking, canoeing, fishing, sailing, boating, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, cycling, swimming, zip-lining, rock-climbing, spelunking, golfing, skiing (downhill and cross country), snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ice fishing and more)
• Culture (concerts, live theatre, music festivals, and Aboriginal Pow-wows)
• Wineries and Restaurants (including gourmet, pub food, or raw vegan)
• Many other local activities!

Bella Vista has partnered with many of these local venues to give you discounts on their services. For an added charge, its shuttle service will bring you to and from various activities and events).

After a long day of activity, unwind back at Bella Vista with sunset yoga or just relax with a glass of wine in the gazebo or courtyard and watch the sun go down, or enjoy some s’mores and music around a bonfire in the evening (weather permitting).

Hostel of the Week, Jan. 12th to Feb. 13th 2014
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada

Le Manoir des Sapins, Ste Félicité, Gaspésie, Quebec

The hostel, Le Manoir des Sapins is in the heart of Ste Félicité, a nice little village in the Gaspe peninsula, just about ten minutes east of Matane. Come to enjoy the sunset on the Saint Lawrence River while seated comfortably out on the terrace or beside the camp fire.

Manoir des Sapins offers sea views, private rooms and dormitory rooms. Children are welcome in this retro and warm home-away-from-home.

You will also enjoy our "café-crêperie Les Gamineries": homemade ice cream, espresso, tea, crêpes bretonnes, vegetarian meal, salads of our garden and others sweets and salted Gamineries. We offer breakfast and lunch. We used locals, organics and fair trades products.

Manoir des Sapins is open year round and welcomes from 25 to 30 people at the time which makes it the ideal place for your family reunion or group meeting.

The hostel has shared kitchen, spacy sea view living room, terrace, and diner with the others guests, warm full ambiance. Lifts are offered to the ferry Matane-Baie-Comeau, and to your hikes along the sea or in the backcountry. The hostel also has the Welcome Cyclist Certification, and is an 'Allo Stop' desk. Of course, free WIFI is also available.

Hostel of the Week, Dec. 29th 2013 to Jan. 12th 2014
Submitted by Kennedy Jones
Backpackers Hostels Canada