The Crash Pad
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Slumber in style after exploring Chattanooga’s wild side. At outdoorsy-meets-urban hostel the Crash Pad, affordable accommodations cater to travelers of all privacy preferences. Choose from single beds in shared “Super Bunk” rooms, private rooms, or spacious, two-person “Chatt Rooms.” In the morning, guests gather in the communal kitchen, where a fully stocked cabinet yields hearty breakfasts. Be sure to take advantage of the Crash Pad’s community connections, too; the hostel offers discounts to local favorites such as the Flying Squirrel Bar, burger joint Urban Stack, and more. crashpadchattanooga.com
Sweet Peas Hostel
Asheville, North Carolina
Right above Lexington Avenue Brewery, Sweet Peas Hostel is seated in the heart of downtown Asheville, within walking distance of shopping, dining, and art mecca the Grove Arcade. Reserve a bunk bed, or for added privacy, choose a spacious suite or an individual “pod,” which has a curtain so sleepers can get a little R&R. You’ll need the peace and quiet, too: Asheville boasts nine local breweries, countless hiking trails, multiple mid-sized music venues, and of course, America’s largest home, the Biltmore Estate. sweetpeashostel.com
NotSo Hostel
Charleston, South Carolina
NotSo Hostel is just so Charleston. At the main location, a renovated, 150-year-old abode boasts two porches, complete with rocking chairs and a hammock so guests can lounge in the Lowcountry heat. Dorm accommodations here keep things social, but privacy seekers should check out the annex location, just a few blocks away. There, choose from individually styled accommodations such as the Kendall Room, which has a private porch and entrance. Take advantage of the hostel’s community partners; some Spring Street mainstays offer discounts to guests. notsohostel.com
Posh South Beach
Miami, Florida
Posh South Beach plays up Miami’s partying side. Offering nightly complimentary drinks at the nearby Whitelaw Hotel, the hostel is close to the city’s hottest clubs, such as Liv or Nikki Beach, and a short walk from the beach. Lounge by the pool, or simply recover in one of the three stylish dormitories set up in a renovated loft. The stay includes special discounts to popular Miami attractions such as Miami Seaquarium or Jungle Island as well as free shuttle service to and from Miami Airport. poshsouthbeach.com
Auberge NOLA
New Orleans, Louisiana
Within walking distance of more than thirty restaurants and bars, Auberge NOLA is ideal for travelers who want to see as much of the city as possible. Located in the Lower Garden District, the hostel offers bunk beds in three dorms as well as private rooms; guests can also book an exclusive four-person apartment. Recharge after a night of revelry on Bourbon Street, or catch a streetcar, which runs 24/7, to famous cemeteries, the French Quarter, or Audubon Park, home to the zoo. aubergenola.com
