The 10 best hostels for solo female travel, as voted for by female travellers
Hostelworld name their top 10 places to stay
Solo female travel is on the rise (Hostelworld report a 45% increase in bookings between 2015-2017), which can only be a good thing. But where are the best places in the world for solo travel? While we've already outlined the safest destinations, Hostelworld have collated the Best Hostels for Solo Female Travellers; a list based on the reviews and scores left by female Hostelworld users. So whether you're looking for an environment to meet like minded people, a great base for your adventures or some inspiration of where to head next, this has you covered.
Best hostels for solo female travel - Garden House Hostel
Where: Porto, Portugal
How much: Dorms from £11 per night
Why? Hostelworld guests say they appreciate that this open and airy' hostel has a large outdoor terrace, friendly staff who provide a personal service and a lounge area featuring TV, movies and a guitar. It also has a popular pub-crawl, which has proven to be a great opportunity to discover the city and meet fellow travellers.
Best hostels for solo female travel - Good Morning Lisbon
Where: Lisbon, Portugal
How much: Dorms from £15 per night
Why? Goodmorning Lisbon Hostel is rated highly for its great location, offering waffles for breakfast and cooking classes for guests. So you can stay with newfound friends or go out to experience Lisbon's nightlife, and have a great breakfast either way.
Best hostels for solo female travel - La Bande Rooftop Hostel
Where: Seville, Spain
How much: Dorms from £17 per night
Why? La Banda Rooftop Hostel hosts dinner parties every night on the roof, which looks over the stunning cathedral. La Banda’s mission is simple: to create a strong friendship vibe. It also offers free walking tours and promises to hook you up with the best flamenco and tapas spots in town, so you can make the most of your stay in beautiful Seville.
Best hostels for solo female travel - Lost Inn Lisbon
Where: Lisbon, Portugal
How much: Dorms from £11 per night
Why? Lisbon proves popular with solo female travellers, and the Lost Inn is no exception. Located in the historical and elegant district of Chiado, Lisbon, Lost Inn Lisbon Hostel is housed in a completely renovated eighteenth century building. With vaulted ceilings, époque tiles and wooden floors, it offers a combination of chic design and comfort.
Best hostels for solo female travel - Lub D
Where: Siem Reap, Cambodia
How much: Dorms from £7 per night
Why? Lub D’s incredible hostel in Siem Reap boasts modern design, a great atmosphere and a pool worth shouting about. It even offers all-day breakfast and delicious barista-made espresso coffee, plus lots of activities and a tour desk to help arrange tours of nearby Angkor Wat.
Best hostels for solo female travel - Hostel One Budapest
Where: Budapest, Hungary
How much: Dorms from £9 per night
Why? Hostel One Budapest is on a mission to offer an incredibly social atmosphere. The sociable staff will cook you dinner, take you on daytime adventures, and share their expert knowledge of the city. After dinner, guests gather to play games and when the bar closes, the staff are happy to lead the way to the best part spots in town, making it a great place for solo travellers to meet people.
Best hostels for solo female travel - Stamps Backpackers
Where: Chiang Mai, Thailand
How much: Dorms from £7 per night
Why? Stamps’ dorm rooms are set up using a semi-private sleeping pod concept, providing extra privacy for those looking for an affordable night’s sleep. It’s also the perfect place for solo travellers to meet people, offering group activities every evening that create a family-like vibe.
Best hostels for solo female travel - The Hostello
Where: Verona, Italy
How much: Dorms from £23 per night
Why? The Hostello is split across a four-storey building and boasts an outdoor garden, so you can while away an evening with a glass of wine in hand. Its friendly staff are always ready with recommendations on where to eat and which city sites are a must-visit during your stay in Verona.
Best hostels for solo female travel.- We Love F. Tourists
Where: Lisbon, Portugal
How much: Dorms from £14 per night
Why? Female solo travellers crowned the newly refurbished We Love F. Tourists, Lisbon, as the Best for Female Solo Travellers in Hostelworld's 2019 awards. With Lisbon’s reputation for being a safe, cultural, laid back, affordable and superbly located near amazing beaches, it’s easy to see why female solo travellers find it an ideal location.
Best hostels for solo female travel - The RomeHello Hostel
Where: Rome, Italy
How much: Dorms from £22 per night
Why? The RomeHello is a place for everyone from you culture lovers to craft beer buffs, there’s something for everyone. With an artistic layout, friendly staff and fun activities, The RomeHello aims to offer an experience not just a bed to crash.
Dusty Baxter-Wright is an award-winning journalist and the Entertainment and Lifestyle Director at Cosmopolitan, having previously worked at Sugarscape. She was named one of PPA’s 30 Under 30 for her work covering pop culture, careers, interiors and travel, and oversees the site’s Entertainment and Lifestyle strategy across print, digital and video. As a journalist for the best part of a decade, she has interviewed everyone from Louis Theroux and Channing Tatum to Margot Robbie and Ncuti Gatwa, while she has also spoken on Times Radio and BBC Radio. You can find her on Twitter and Instagram here.
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