Reddit's 10 Best Exotic Hostels of 2020

Reddit has many great travel subreddits with reliable recommendations. We stumbled upon one about the most exotic hostels all around the world and were amazed. Here's a list of the 10 best exotic hostels recommended by Redditors.

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Location: Chiriquí, Panama

Panama's only hike in jungle retreat located in the cloud forests of the Chiriqui Province. Located inside the La Fortuna Nature Reserve, this hostel offers a unique a social housing experience with stunning views of Volcan Baru as the backdrop for this jungle lodge. Immerse yourself in nature by exploring the miles of trails inside the park. Family dinner every night. Lounge in a hammock and take it all in. Keep in mind, you will need to hike about 20 minutes to get there!

Lost and Found has four dorm rooms available, one with 8 single beds, two with 8 single beds, and one with 6 single beds and 9 double beds that sleep two. There are 5 private rooms, 3 that can sleep up to 4 people and 2 that can sleep up to 2.

Expect to encounter insects and animals! But no pets, or kids under 16, are allowed to stay at the hostel.

Accepts credit cards.

Check them out here: https://www.thelostandfoundhostel.com/

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Location: Quito, Ecuador

The Secret Garden Quito is in the countryside of Ecuador with spectacular mountain scenery and part of Tripadvisor's Top 1% Worldwide. It's a beautiful traditional eco-friendly lodge made of mud bricks with a great view of the Highest Active Volcano in Ecuador. Go horse riding, trekking, or just relax and beautiful scenery.

There are many different types of accommodation available at Secret Garden Cotopaxi. You can choose from the standard mixed dorm, with fireplace, that sleeps 10. There's the separate private Hill House, which sleeps 4 in bunk beds and 2 in a private room, with a private bathroom. Private Cabana cabins are available with your own bathroom and double bed. The Birdhouses are nestled in against the trees away from the main property and offer incredible views with a private double bed and shared bathrooms with the main bathrooms or dorms.

Next is are Hobbit Homes! They're exactly what you think, an underground home dug out of a hill with an unmistakable round front entrance. One private double bed and access to shared bathrooms. And last but not least, rent a tent to camp outside! It's more like glamping with access to the restrooms and kitchen.

All accommodations come with three meals per day, tea and water, snacks, welcome tour to waterfalls, and access to the jacuzzi.

Cash only.

Check them out here: https://secretgardencotopaxi.com/

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Location: Zakopane, Poland

Enjoy the outdoors at Goodbye Lenin. Escape the city and go hiking, kayaking, horse riding, mountain biking, snowboarding, skiing, and more. You'll especially enjoy this hostel if you're into winter sports. Enjoy the mountains, two nearby national parks, and Morsko Oko lake.

Accommodations to choose from include a 6 bed dorm with shared bathroom, 8 bed dorm with shared bathroom, 8 bed dorm with private bathroom, and private room with double bed, private room with private bathroom, and triple room with private bathroom.

Includes free breakfast.

Accepts credit cards.

Check them out here: https://goodbyeleninhostel.pl/

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Location: Gimmelwald, Switzerland

Built in 1563, Mountain Hostel is located right in the UNESCO World Heritage Jungfrau-Aletsch Region. Known for its beautiful location, friendly staff, and cleanliness, this hostel is a great base for outdoor adventure with many hiking trails accessible right from the front door. You can also go canyoning, river rafting, paragliding, rock climbing, and bungee jumping. All that on top of enjoying the winter sports. When you're not adventuring, take advantage of the free access to an olympic size swimming pool. Make sure you plan your stay for long enough to enjoy this incredible getaway.

Accommodations include a men-only dorm that sleeps 12, women-only dorm that sleeps 16, coed room that sleeps 16, and three private rooms that sleep 2.

Includes free breakfast.

Accepts credit cards.

Check them out here: https://www.mountainhostel.com/

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Location: Krabi, Thailand

Want to get away for some secluded rock climbing on a jungle island? This hostel on Tonsai Beach is calling you. Chill Out hostel is surrounded by limestone cliffs and only accessible by boat. You'll be well immersed in the jungle with some of natures fellow visitors like monkeys and lizards. Keep in mind, you may have a bit more of natures less welcomed visitors, insects, than you're typically accustomed to. Each night comes with fire shows to kick off the evening.

This rock climbing paradise has a few housing options. Private bed and bathrooms are available in the Wooden Huts, each with its own balcony as well. Jungle Bungalows, also with their own balconies, offer private rooms with double or twin beds and private bathroom. And of course, you also have mixed dorms with 3 or 6 beds, shared bathrooms, and lockers. All beds are equipped with mosquito nets.

Cash only.

Check them out here: https://www.krabichillouttonsai.com/

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Location: Cannich, Scotland

If you want remote, Glen Affric has you covered. This hostel is only accessible on foot or by mountain bike, needing at least 3-4 hours to walk there. A great escape where you can explore the surrounding hills and enjoy peaceful time in solitude. The hostel is eco-friendly with solar panels, wind turbine, and a pack-in pack-out approach with no refuse at the hostel. There is a small shop that sells drinks, snacks, and pouch meals.

The hostel asks that you bring your own sleeping bag, flashlight, food, and drink for your stay.

Rooms available include two private rooms and a mixed dorm.

Accepts credit cards.

Check them out here: https://www.hostellingscotland.org.uk/hostels/glen-affric/

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Location: Tafedna, Morocco

Ready to escape to the remote beaches of Morocco? Stay at L’ane Vert to surf and roam the beach amongst donkeys, camels, and goats. This hostel has a razor-sharp focus on sustainability with 100% energy from solar panels, wastewater recycling, minimizing plastic use, composting toilets, and organizing beach cleanups regularly for anyone to participate in. You'll feel rejuvenated from the relaxing stay and energized by your positive impact towards a sustainable lifestyle after your visit to this beautiful hostel.

Asnoos housing sleeps up to 3 travelers in 2 beds with a private bathroom and terrace. Similar to Asnoons, Ocean View rooms sleep up to 3 travelers in 2 beds with a private bathroom and terrace, but also come with beautiful views of the Atlantic. The Backpacker Bungalow sleeps 7 with shared bathrooms. Basic Room Imdakal is a private room that sleeps up to 3 with access to shared bathrooms and living room. Both Lodges and Berbrer Tents sleep up to 3 travelers in 2 beds with a private bathroom.

Accepts credit cards.

Check them out here: https://www.ane-vert.com/

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Location: Magdalena, Columbia

Known as one of the top hostels in Latin America, El Río Hostel is a 30min. walk away from the Caribbean coast, a private river beach and deck, and has plenty of hammocks. You can also stay busy with volleyball, pool, and ping pong, paddle boarding, tubing, kayaking, surfing, horse riding, hiking, and motorbiking. You won't be bored.

To help promote being present and making the most of your visit, there is no wifi available. This hostel is known for its cleanliness, great service, and fantastic location in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta.

The Pig Pen is the most luxurious room with a queen bed, private bathroom. Private Cabanas sleep two with a shared bathroom. The Beehive and Malpelo are dorm style that sleep 6 with an en-suite bathroom. Providencia sleeps 12 dorm style with a shared bathroom. Gorgona sleeps 6 dorm style with a shared en-suite bathroom. A unique experience, the Mothership Hammock Hut sleeps 11 in hammocks and 15 in beds with lockers.

Accepts credit cards.

Check them out here: https://www.elriohostel.com/

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Location: Koh Rong Samloem, Cambodia

If a getaway to a private island with beautiful beaches, ocean hammocks, and travelers from all around the world sounds like a good time to you, you probably want to add this hostel to your bucket list. Accessible only by boat, Mad Monkey is a party-oriented hostel geared towards younger crowds looking to make new friends. To help promote being present and making the most of your visit, there is no wifi available on the island.

One option for sleeping arrangements include a 12 bed dorm with en-suite bathrooms. A 6 bed dorm with shared bathrooms is available as well. There is also a 4 bed dorm with en-suite bathroom to choose from. The last dorm option is a 10 bed dorm with shared bathrooms, but with a wall partially open to the elements where you'll see the sun rise from bed. All dorms include a lockbox. If you want some privacy, a private Bungalow room is available that can sleep up to 3 with an en-suite bathroom and private balcony.

Cash only.

Check them out here: https://www.madmonkeyhostels.com/kohrongsamloem/

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Location: Radozhda, North Macedonia

FreeFlow is a more chill, less party type of hostel right on the Lake Ohrid. A great place to relax and go paddle boarding on the lake or hike the surrounding hills, this cozy hostel getaway will help you recharge. The hostel offers paddle boards, fishing gear, and bicycles for rent. Standing out at this hostel are it's cleanliness and awesome host. Keep in mind, groups larger than four are not allowed.

Sleeping options include two dorms that sleep 4 and a private room that sleeps 2.

Free breakfast included.

Cash only.

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