How to Stay in a Dormitory Hotel Without Trouble Edited by Mindy82, Jen, Rob S, Tom Viren and 7 others Staying in a dormitory-style hotel or hostel means that you can save a lot of money during travel. And no, it does not have to mean getting annoyed by a noisy roommate all the time (even though usually it happens). Here are some tips to be a good hostel-user. 1.Pick the right hotel/hostel for your purpose/destination. For example, if the city you visit has a bad (not safe/expensive) public transportation, paying a few bucks more and staying in the city center means more time in there. Also, hard-to-reach location might mean a long walk after dark in unknown place for you. 2.Check out the hostels web page, if there is one. Look for a method of payment, cancel policy, key system, and curfew. Photos and reviews by guests can be very tricky - peoples tastes and what they expect to the place differs greatly. Always add a pinch of salt to them when you read the page. 3.Book a bed in advance (at least one night, even you plan to move around and find a better one), especially if you are going to arrive at night. If the beds are fully booked and you do not know other place to inquire, it would cost much more. 4.Do not hesitate to call them before you book. Of course you can call from the destination, but think about this: If you just exchanged money into the currency, you might not have small coins for the public phone. Plus, in some countries, you need to buy a phone card to call. What if the plane delayed and the kiosk you can buy a card is closed? Or closed for a national holiday you didnt know? 5.Listen carefully about regulations when you check in. These places are cheap for reason: you need to follow the certain rules, and keep it. 6.When you enter the room, smile and say Hi to all of the roommates if they are inside, but skip this at night if the room is dark. Others might be asleep. Do not turn on the lights when you enter the room if you think there are people in their beds. 7.Have a small chitchat if your roommates are in a friendly mood. It always helps you to stay in the room comfortably. Say your name and nice-to-meet-yous. If they have stayed longer than you there, they might give you some tips on the city. If they get to know you, they are more likely to help you when you are in trouble. But do not over-share: do not show them where your passport/money/cheque is or detailed information about you. 8.Do not leave things you would regret if you lose: sadly, some people do not feel guilty about stealing others properties. Accessing to the hostel room is easier than you think. Leave your valuables in the lockers, and carry most-valuables (passport, money, ID etc) with you, even to the toilet, shower, or a bed, if you do not trust the safety box system of the hostel. 9.Realize that some people snore or sleep talk. You cannot stop or change it. So if you are sensitive to others sound, carry earplugs and an eye-mask. 10.If other roommates are extremely noisy on purpose at night, go to the front desk and talk to the staff. They can talk to the others, or relocate you to the new room with less noise. If it fails, just grin and bear.
Posted on: Mon, 30 Jun 2014 07:39:35 +0000
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