HostelBookers, an online provider of cheap accommodation around the world, has just presented the new edition of the HostelBookers Awards for Excellence. For the second consecutive year, this company has decided to award the best hostels in the world according to the evaluations of its customers.
Divided into eleven categories, these awards highlight the cleanest, best located, most popular hostels, with the best value for money,… on the different continents. The hostels have been chosen based on the evaluations that each one received during 2010 in the different categories.
It is important to highlight that in this edition of 2011 two Spanish hostels have been awarded in the category of "Best situation":
Hospedaje Donosti @ B&B is a very pleasant hostel located in the heart of San Sebastián, close to restaurants, shopping centers and nightclubs. The atmosphere is intimate and very pleasant, and allows you to enjoy a comfortable and hassle-free stay. The room price includes breakfast, bed linen, towels, luggage storage and airport pick-up service, but as if this were not enough, guests also have access to the kitchen, living room, parking and Internet. This hostel in San Sebastián is one of the best for couples and small groups of friends as it has private rooms with private bathrooms in a cozy environment, perfect for those who want to enjoy their privacy.
The other award-winning hostel is The Living Roof , a Seville hostel located 3 minutes walk from the Cathedral and 5 minutes walk from the main attractions of the Andalusian capital. The facilities include air conditioning, lounge, 24-hour reception, fully equipped kitchen, bar and Internet access. In addition, the room price includes a delicious breakfast, bed linen and luggage storage (there is also the possibility of renting towels for only € 2). Without a doubt, one of the most popular features of backpackers is the large rooftop terrace, perfect for relaxing after a tiring day visiting the city or ideal for a drink while chatting quietly with other guests. Also, the views are incredible …
These two hostels are therefore part of the 131 hostels awarded in the HostelBookers Awards for Excellence 2011, and are proof that today it is possible to enjoy quality accommodation at affordable prices in practically any corner of the world.