Hostel
/ˈhɒstəl/
Meaning & Definition
noun
An establishment that provides inexpensive lodging, typically for students or travelers, and often featuring shared facilities.
After arriving in the city, we checked into a cozy hostel near the main square.
A building or establishment providing accommodation for a specific group of people, such as students or workers.
The university recently opened a new hostel for international students.
A type of shelter or lodging place that is often characterized by a communal atmosphere.
Travelers from around the world met and shared stories in the bustling hostel.
A residence offering shared meals and living quarters, typically used by those in temporary living situations.
During our backpacking trip, we stayed at a hostel that offered meals as part of the accommodation.
Etymology
From Middle English 'hostel', from Old French 'hostel', from Latin 'hospitāle' which means 'hospitable'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
youth hostel
A hostel designed for young people, often with affordable rates.
hostel life
Refers to the experience of living in a hostel.
hostel hopping
The act of moving from one hostel to another during travel.
Related Words
lodging
A place to stay or live temporarily.
backpacker
A traveler who carries a backpack, often staying in inexpensive accommodations.
accommodation
A place where someone can live or stay.
Slang Meanings
The place where budget travelers meet.
I met some great people at the hostel; it's like a mini-community.
A shared living space for young travelers.
Let's book a hostel; I love the social vibe!