Budget hotels and hostels in European cities – readers’ tips
Full of character, offering good value and great locations, our readers have memorable tips for places to stay in cities from Berlin to Vienna, Valencia to Lisbon
10 of the best back-to-nature stays in England
Plant yourself in the midst of glorious English countryside in our pick of rustic accommodation, including hostels, cosy cottages and glampsites
10 of the best hostels with pools around the world
For those who like to take a dip after a day of exploring (or a night partying), here are some of the best hostels with their own swimming pools
Art Hostel, Leeds: hotel review
Leeds finally has its own arty city-centre hostel, a revamped listed building with installations and bespoke design touches
10 of the best community-run cottages, hostels and guesthouses in the UK
Get into the heart and soul of Britain at these places to stay – from a lighthouse to a bunkhouse – run by local groups and charities
10 of the best hostels and lodges … that you have to hike to
These out of the way retreats can only be reached on foot – but the reward for your efforts is a warm welcome and a chance to rest weary legs in spectacular surroundings
Top 10 industrial-chic hotels and hostels
If you’re a fan of the raw concrete and exposed brick aesthetic, book into one of these converted factories or offices where the design is bare, bold and beautiful
The best affordable hotels, B&Bs and hostels in Ireland
Ireland has its grand, expensive hotels but it’s possible to get quality, comfort and style at a price you may like too. We round up some of the best places to stay across the Republic and Northern Ireland
Top 10 beach hotels and campsites on New Zealand’s North Island
These guesthouses, apartments and pitches make the most of New Zealand’s stunning landscapes and beautiful beaches
Top 10 backpacker lodges in South Africa’s Eastern Cape
Looking for beauty on a budget? These eco-friendly cabins and huts on the Eastern Cape offer sustainable stays in stunning locations, with easy access to outdoor activities and volunteering opportunities
Best hostels in the world, according to Hostelworld.com
Popular hostel booking site Hostelworld.com has revealed the winners of this year’s Hoscar awards (yes, really) for the best in backpacker accommodation
Top 10 UK youth hostels with family rooms
Take advantage of low hostel prices without having to share with snoring strangers by picking a family room in one of these popular UK locations
Top 10 hotels, B&Bs and hostels in Cape Town
Cape Town has a wide range of affordable places to stay – and with the South African Rand weak in the currency market this is a great time to plan a visit
California’s Pigeon Point lighthouse makes for an illuminating stay
This iconic 19th-century building is now a so-so hostel but it’s still worth staying for the hot tub, dramatic setting and incredible lighthouse itself
Igloo Hybrid ho[s]tel, Nottingham: hotel review
Our reviewer usually shuns youth hostels, but he finds this new Nottingham pad a much better budget option than many big hotel chains