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

 

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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

 

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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

 

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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

 

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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

 

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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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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
 
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