Backpackers Hostels Canada

Stephen Gleave’s Guide to Exploring Ancaster: Trails, Waterfalls and Outdoor Attractions

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

For travellers visiting Southern Ontario, Ancaster offers abundant opportunities to experience nature without going far from the city. On the Niagara Escarpment in Hamilton, the community features forests, trails, waterfalls and conservation areas that can fill a full day of exploring.
Stephen Gleave, a long-time Ancaster resident and farmer , knows the area quite well. His familiarity with the outdoors has given him many opportunities to explore the trails and natural areas around Ancaster.

New Management and a New Direction for Backpackers Hostels Canada

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Backpackers Hostels Canada has been connecting travellers with independent Canadian hostels for well over a decade. Today we’re sharing some news: the site is under new management, and we’re resetting how it works for travellers and for the people who run hostels, campgrounds and budget stays across the country.

What’s changing for travellers

A faster, simpler site. We’ve rebuilt Backpackers Hostels Canada from the ground up. Pages load quickly on any connection, including the spotty hostel Wi-Fi you’re probably reading this on. There are no accounts to create and no pop-ups. Just browse hostels by province and read our travel guides.

The Best Autumn Destinations for Budget Travelers in Canada

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 05:17:55 +0000

Autumn is one of the most beautiful times of year to visit Canada. The leaves are changing color, the weather is crisp and cool, and there are fewer crowds and lower prices compared to the peak summer travel season. For budget travelers looking to explore Canada in the fall, here are some of the top destinations and experiences to check out.

Vancouver, British Columbia:

Vancouver is a vibrant, multicultural city with plenty of free and low-cost activities. Walking around Stanley Park to see the fall foliage is a must, as well as visiting historic Gastown and browsing the Granville Island Public Market. At night, head to Commercial Drive for inexpensive eats at casual cafes and restaurants. Hostels across Vancouver offer nightly events like comedy shows and pub crawls, making it easy to meet fellow travelers.

Roaming the Great White North: Shipping Your RV to Canada for Unforgettable Camping Adventures

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 10:55:46 +0000

Canada, with its vast wilderness, stunning landscapes, and breathtaking national parks, is a dream destination for camping enthusiasts. Whether you’re planning to explore the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains, camp by the tranquil lakes of Ontario, or experience the maritime charm of the East Coast, shipping your RV to Canada can open up a world of outdoor adventure. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the process of shipping an RV to Canada for the purpose of camping, providing you with essential information and tips for a seamless journey.

Hostel Hacks: Insider Tips for Saving Money and Maximizing Fun in Canada

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 20:50:52 +0000

As an avid backpacker and budget traveler, I’ve mastered the art of having an epic trip in Canada without going broke. Hostels are the best way to meet fellow travelers while keeping costs low. Follow my hostel hacks to save your cash for adventures instead of lodging.

Take Advantage of Free Meals and Activities

Most hostels offer freebies like breakfast, weekly barbeques or family-style dinners. Time it right to score free meals. Attend the free nightly events like pub crawls, hockey games, improv comedy, city walking tours and more. You’ll make friends fast while enjoying the local scene on a budget.

7 Advantages of Taking the Airport Shuttle Service

Sat, 08 Jul 2023 19:25:57 +0000

Traveling to and from the airport can be a stressful experience, especially when it comes to transportation logistics. One solution that has gained popularity in recent years is the airport shuttle service. These convenient and reliable services offer numerous advantages over other modes of transport, providing travelers with a hassle-free experience.

By opting for an airport shuttle service, travelers can enjoy the peace of mind knowing that their transportation needs are taken care of. Unlike public transportation, shuttle services offer a door-to-door service, picking up passengers from their desired location and dropping them off directly at the airport terminal. This eliminates the need for multiple transfers or navigating unfamiliar public transport systems.

Tips on Choosing the Best Hostel

Sat, 27 May 2023 04:30:10 +0000

Travelling is one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences someone can have. Even if we love to travel, we nevertheless need to take our financial condition into account. It can be difficult to decide which hostel to choose, but doing so is a great method to cut costs on lodging. You can choose the right hostel for your vacation to Canada by using the following suggestions.

Know what you want in a hostel before booking

Sign reading “Hostel” The first step in choosing the best hostel is knowing what you want. Which do you prefer—a hostel with a quiet ambiance or one with a party vibe? In search of a hostel that offers free breakfast, WiFi, or a kitchen where you can cook? Knowing what you want can help you concentrate your search and choose a hostel that satisfies your needs.

Maximizing Your Hostel’s Revenue: How to Increase Ancillary Sales and Boost Your Bottom Line

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 09:59:40 +0000

As a hostel owner, you are always looking for ways to increase your revenue and maximize your profits. Ancillary sales can be an effective way to achieve this goal. Ancillary sales are the additional services and products that a hostel offers beyond room rental, such as laundry services, lockers, and vending machines. In this blog post, we’ll share some tips and strategies for increasing ancillary sales in your hostel, which will help you boost your bottom line.

2023 Hostel Trends for Owners to Maximize Profits

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 21:56:00 +0000

As a hostel owner, you are always looking for ways to attract new guests and increase profits. Staying up-to-date on the latest hostel trends can help you do just that. Here are some key trends to consider as you plan for the year ahead.

Focus on Sustainability

Sustainability is a hot topic in the travel industry, and hostels are no exception. More and more travelers are looking for eco-friendly options, and hosting with a conscience can help you stand out in a crowded market. Consider implementing sustainability measures such as using energy-efficient appliances, offering reusable amenities like water bottles and towels, and promoting local and organic food options.

4 Tips for Parents Backpacking with Kids for the First Time

Tue, 31 May 2022 04:39:22 +0000

Is backpacking an activity that you feel passionate about and have engaged in for years, but up until this point haven’t taken the kids with you? There are several reasons you may have felt inclined to go about your backpacking adventures solo, but things change, and you may now be ready to bring them along and make it a family event. To help ensure all goes well, here are four tips for parents who will be backpacking with kids for the first time.

5 Best Things to Do in Ottawa in 2022

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 21:02:05 +0000

Apart from being the capital city, Ottawa, Canada, also offers some of the most amazing tourist attractions, world-class museums, and historical landmarks. It is a multicultural hub sitting on the southern bank of the Ottawa river. In this piece, we will talk about the five best things to do in Ottawa in 2022.

Before we move on, let us inform you that if you are a citizen of the United States, you need a valid US passport to fly to Ottawa. But if you are visiting by car, train, bus, or boat, all you need is proper identification and some basic requirements such as a passport card to enter the Canadian .

Canada to drop COVID-19 test requirement for border residents going to the U.S. for essential goods

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 23:30:34 +0000

With floods hitting the country, the government of Canada has decided to remove requirements of testing from its citizens, who are travelling for essential goods to the United States. This means that when they go to the U.S. and come back to Canada, they will not be required to show a negative COVID-19 test report. The essential goods include fundamental supplies including fuel.

Since the U.S. does not require the citizens of Canada to provide a negative test report, they can simply apply for a US visa and go for essential goods . If you wish to know more about the exemption of the requirements by the Canadian requirement, continue reading this article. We will share with you the reasons for the government’s decision along with the date when the exemption will be in force. Apart from this, we will also be discussing the requirement for being tested of Americans entering the nation of Canada. So, without any further delays, let us get started!

How Backpackers Can Prepare For Any Eventuality

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 01:59:40 +0000

As we well know, backpacking is an exciting, low-cost, and adventurous way to see the world. It gives us the freedom to explore that package deals and cruises just don’t. With just a backpack on your back and the spirit of adventure in your heart, what more could you need? The answer is, a few essentials to help you along the way. Traveling light brings with it a set of challenges that you should always be prepared for.

How to Pack Light for Fall and Winter Trips

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 01:56:15 +0000

Credit: Andrea Piacquadio ViaPexels

Packing light on summer trips is relatively easy. All you need are a few underwear essentials and little else in the way of clothing (t-shirts, shorts, a hat, etc.). With some quick Tetris-ing, everything can fit neatly within the confines of a backpack or carry-on suitcase.

Winter and fall, on the other hand, are different stories. Fall features notoriously fickle weather, ranging from sweat-inducing heats to bone-chilling lows. And winter is reliably cold, necessitating – at the very least – a light coat. These bulkier items can easily overrun a suitcase or bag.

How to Finance Your Next Backpacking Trip Using Rewards Points and Miles

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 13:20:51 +0000

Once the travel bug bites you, it typically stays with you forever. The incessant desire to travel and see and experience the world is always below the surface. The avid traveller knows this feeling. They also know that the most effective way to travel on a budget is to leverage reward credit cards and their reward points and miles programs.

You can even fully finance trips on nothing but rewards if you know how to choose the best credit card for you and your goals. It’s important to ask yourself some questions. What is it you are looking for? Flights? Accommodations? Cashback? How do you know which credit card is the best credit card for road trips ? Which is the best to earn free flights?

A Guide to Money and Costs in Canada

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 08:28:12 +0000

When planning an overseas trip, one of the principal considerations for travelers is how much money they will require. From accommodation and food to transport and entertainment, there are many elements to consider.

Luckily, vacations in Canada can be tailored to meet every budget. From low-cost guesthouses and inexpensive eateries to the most luxurious hotels and fine-dining experiences, Canada offers options for all kinds of tourists.

The information below gives an indication of how much money is needed to stay in Canada in addition to practical advice for exchanging currency and paying by card.

Where Are There Fjords in Canada?

Fri, 27 Nov 2020 01:15:18 +0000

When you hear the word “fjord”, you might think of Scandinavian countries like Norway, but Canada is also a great place to take in the beauty of these natural wonders.

A fjord is a long, narrow bay formed by the movement of a glacier over time. These immense sheets of ice slowly move downhill through valleys into the sea, and erode the ground beneath them until it is below sea level. Then, when the ice melts, the sea fills the valley, creating a narrow inlet flanked by steep sides or cliffs.

Unplanning a Trip – How to Be a More Spontaneous Backpacker

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 07:05:39 +0000

There’s nothing wrong with meticulously planning a trip. Especially if you’re a first-time traveller, or uncertain in a foreign country, a robust itinerary can act as a kind of safety blanket, allowing some modicum of agency in a disorienting place.

But for those who like to fly by the seat of their pants, spontaneous travel is a glorious thing. Surrendering yourself to chance and whim, you become totally free to go where you want, see what you want and change your plans on a moment’s notice, unburdened by the obligations of an itinerary.

Little known gems to see in Canada

Sun, 26 Jan 2020 23:50:43 +0000

With ten million square feet, it’s only natural to be confused about the best places to visit in Canada. Perhaps you have already been there and covered the most prominent parks, museums, and lakes. Although it’s the world’s second-largest country, Canada has some hidden spots across the country that deserve more exploration and acknowledgment. If you are looking to discover a new side of Canada you hadn’t seen before, these little known gems will be a sight to behold.

Best Places To Go Hiking in Canada

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 09:41:12 +0000

Canada is popular for a lot of reasons. It is a country known for its unyielding politeness, ice hockey, northern lights, and maple syrup. And while Canada can be all of these things, are you aware that this country also boasts of several hiking trails? If you’re looking for newer locations for your next hike, Canada should be on top of your bucket list. This country offers several hiking trails that you can’t experience in other parts of the globe.

Things To Keep In Mind Before You Visit Canada

Sun, 25 Aug 2019 04:58:22 +0000

Canada tourism can indeed be a wonderful idea for your next vacation. A place with high amount of diversity, Canada is where one can have immense fun and definitely a gala time at large. However, it is always a better option to learn about a place before visiting it. Therefore, we bring to you some important tips, which can turn out to be helpful for you if you plan to visit the land of Maples, that is, Canada.

Port Mouton International Hostel

Sat, 22 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000

Surfing. Scuba diving. Geocaching. Beaches. Sport fishing. Bird watching. Canoeing. Port Mouton pretty much has is it all going on and the hostel is a great place to use as a base for your explorations. An old school building, this hostel can host up to 30 guests in either an 8 bed dorm or 4 semi private rooms (the rooms even have the teachers names on them!). There is a large common room for guests to hang out in, it’s even ideal for yoga or meditation!

5 Places in Canada to See with Your Kids

Thu, 09 May 2019 09:25:43 +0000

Kids grow up quickly, and you will want them to have many experiences such as traveling to many interesting places. And, there are a lot of Canadian attractions that your kids and that you will absolutely love. Now that the weather is warming up in Canada, you will want to make the most of the summer by visiting some of these fantastic Canadian attractions. Let’s check what those are right now.

A New You: How Your Life Changes After Living a Backpacking Lifestyle

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 09:37:54 +0000

There are people in the world who love to travel and do travel but there are also people who think they love to travel but always make up excuses as to why they don’t travel. Those excuse can range anywhere from being afraid of getting sick to them saying that they can’t afford it… Traveling is a great way to see the world and if people choose to not see the world that they think they love, then that’s their problem.

How to make travel part of your lifestyle

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 09:32:31 +0000

Traveling is one of the luxuries of life that many people feel isn’t accessible to them. This could be because they’re under the assumption that it is unreasonably expensive or because they can’t seem to find the time to do it. Whatever the case, you should know that both of those hurdles are ones that can be overcome with a little creative thinking and planning.

If traveling often is something you truly want to do, there are ways to make it your reality. In the following article, you’re going to find out how you can make travel a part of your lifestyle, from making it work around your current job to using it as a start point for a business.

Tip of the Week: Luggage Storage

Thu, 04 Oct 2018 03:42:58 +0000

There are going to be many times when your guests arrive earlier than check-in or are not planning on leaving the area until long after their checkout time. Instead of making your guests carry their luggage around with them all day, you should set aside a space to store their luggage until they need it.

Once you have this space, you can use one side for those who have arrived earlier than their check-in time and the other side for those who have checked out and are waiting until later to leave. You will want to make sure that their luggage is labeled well, and that you check every bag that a person removes to ensure that they are taking the right one.

Tip of the Week: Staff Training

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 03:40:11 +0000

You are only one person and there is no way that you can do everything that needs to be done to keep your hostel up and running by yourself. The only way that you will survive an endeavor like this is to hire staff and make sure that they are properly trained.

It will be necessary for you to tell your staff exactly what you expect of them and from them, as their way may not be what you envision for your hostel. The training is going to take some time, as every single person you hire will need to learn exactly what they should be doing and saying. However, after a while, they will be able to take care of the hostel as well as you can.

Tip of the Week: Replace the Living Room Television with a Record Player

Mon, 01 Oct 2018 03:37:51 +0000

It can be so easy for people to plop themselves down on a couch or chair to sit and watch cable television for hours on end. While that is fine to a certain extent, it is not going to get your guests engaged with each other at all!

You should consider taking the television out of your living room, or hiding it behind a closed cabinet, and replacing it with a record player. As your guests listen to music, they may engage in exciting music discussions or they may simply use the music as a backdrop to other lively conversations about what they did that day or their plans for the rest of their week.

Tip of the Week: Promote Hosteling in Your Community

Thu, 27 Sep 2018 03:34:38 +0000

Some people still think of hostels as run-down buildings that aren’t good for anything, which is why it is important to show your community how they have changed over the years. You should join your local Chamber of Commerce and attend local tourism events, so you can highlight the benefits of hostels for today’s travelers and the community that they are in. Spending time meeting with hotel associations is another good use of your time.

Tip of the Week: Consider Professional Cleaning

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 03:26:33 +0000

Running a hostel is not always easy, especially when it comes to the deep cleaning that needs to be done in between guests and throughout the year. To save yourself some time, which you can then utilize to communicate more with your guests and plan the future of your business, you should consider hiring a professional cleaning service. A professional cleaning service can keep your hostel looking beautiful all year long, so you never need to worry about dust, dirt, or other messes building up.

Tip of the Week: Planned Activities

Thu, 20 Sep 2018 03:23:07 +0000

A wonderful way to engage your guests is to plan weekly activities. If your hostel can support hosting these activities, it is a good idea to set up a weekly schedule that lists what is happening when. You can choose to keep these activities on the same days and times each week or rotate them around to keep things from becoming boring. You can even have some activities one week and others the next.

Tip of the Week: Lockers

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 03:22:23 +0000

Not every one of your guests will have things that they feel need to be locked up, but in this day of technological devices, lockers are an excellent option that many hostel guests love. These lockers can be used to lock up all types of personal belongings, including laptops, iPods, passports, money, and much more. Some of your guests may even try to lock up everything that they own inside them.

Tip of the Week: Local Night Out

Thu, 13 Sep 2018 03:20:09 +0000

There is nothing better than personally showing your guests the local sights and sounds of your area and the best time to do it is in the afternoon and evening. Those times will allow your guests to sleep in and relax in the morning before a fun filled day of activities. During the afternoon, you can show them local attractions, while in the evening, you can show them the exciting nightlife.

Tip of the Week: In-Hostel Laundry

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 03:17:57 +0000

Backpackers, and many of your other guests, will love it if you can manage to incorporate an in-hostel laundry area into your space. Not everyone loves traveling with a ton of clothing, especially towards the end of their trip when most of it is dirty and stinky, and a laundry area will give them the opportunity to get everything clean.

You can choose to provide this amenity for free, or you may want to choose to have your guests pay a small fee for every load that they do. Your guests will not mind either way, as it will keep them from searching for a laundromat on their own or going too far to do their laundry.

Le Gîte du Parc Lafontaine

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Located halfway between the trendsetting Plateau and the lively downtown – le Gîte du Plateau Mont-Royal offers packages for travellers of all stripes.Whether you’re travelling in a group, as a couple or by yourself, experience Montreal in this fun-loving hostel with a boho vibe. Rates include breakfast, linen, free Wi-Fi access, fully equipped kitchen, tourist information, roof top terrace…

Our dynamic and joyful team will be glad to show you all Montreal’s treasures and will propose many activities.

How to Start Your Successful Hostel in Canada

Mon, 03 Sep 2018 03:15:36 +0000

While there are already quite a few hostels in Canada, there isn’t any reason that another one will not be just as successful as the ones that are there right now. After all, hostels are becoming more mainstream while offering the comforts of home without the high price tag, and many travelers are choosing them over hotels.

Here are 9 steps to assist you in opening a successful hostel in Canada:

Tip of the Week: Offer Free Coffee and Tea

Thu, 30 Aug 2018 03:14:08 +0000

Every traveler looks forward to a hot cup of coffee or tea, whether it is when they arrive at their destination, when they get up in the morning, or when they come in from a day filled with adventures. While each one of your guests can bring their own coffee or tea to make or go out to purchase a cup from a nearby café or restaurant, they would prefer that it is it readily available where they stay.

Tip of the Week: Free Breakfast

Mon, 27 Aug 2018 03:13:16 +0000

All your guests will love the option of waking up to breakfast ready and waiting for them in the morning, especially if they do not need to pay for it! You can do this easily by having a theme every morning, instead of preparing numerous items every day of the week.

For example, on Sunday morning, you can serve pancakes and bacon, and on Monday you can serve scrambled eggs and sausage. You can even have a day or two when you have cereal available to eat instead of hot foods. You may also want to have fruit available every day as well as toast or bagels, because that is something that everyone can grab quickly if they need to leave early in the morning.

Tip of the Week: Find a Niche

Thu, 23 Aug 2018 03:09:48 +0000

Every hostel needs a niche, which is basically something that will make your hostel stand out from all the rest. This niche can be just about anything, but you may not want to make it too obscure or something that no one has any interest in.

A couple of good themes include:

A Natural Setting: This niche can focus on activities that involve nature and the great outdoors.
An Ocean Setting: This type of hostel can utilize oceanic décor while focusing on trips to beaches, aquariums, and more.
The Wild West Setting: Everyone has dreamt about playing cops and robbers at some point in their life or watched at least one western movie, so why not turn part of it into reality. You can create a rustic, yet comfortable, setting and offer activities that include horseback riding and panning for gold.

The possibilities for your niche are almost endless, you just need to use your imagination and see what you can create that will make your hostel first on everyone’s list.

Tip of the Week: Contact Local Tour Companies

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 03:04:21 +0000

Contacting the local tour companies in your area is a great way to find tour specials for all your guests. Many tour companies offer backpacker specials and other promotions throughout the year. You can ask the companies for promotional materials that you can display inside your hostel, so that all your guests know what is available. This will help the local tour companies to grow, and that may make it where all your guests receive even better deals from them in the future.

Compete with High End Hostels with These Simple Tips

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 02:57:17 +0000

If you want people to continue booking rooms at your hostel, you are going to need to offer the same amenities that all those high-end hostels are offering and maybe even a few more. Some of these amenities may cost you a little bit of money, but many of them will be negligible to your bottom line.

Here are 6 simple tips to help you compete with high-end hostels:

Serve Breakfast for Free

A simple or hearty breakfast will keep your guests returning time and time again, and they will tell all their friends and fellow travelers about your hostel as well. Not one of your guests will complain about a free meal that tastes and smells delicious.

Tip of the Week: Communicate with Hostels to Your East and West

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 02:55:19 +0000

It is common for backpackers to follow a trail when they are out traveling the country, and that trail through Canada mainly focuses on the hostels that they can reach while going from the east or west on that trail. One of the best ways to grow your hostel business is to communicate with all the hostels along the trail, because they can send travelers your way and you can do the same for them.

Tip of the Week: Clean Towels

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 02:50:03 +0000

Whenever a person is traveling, they do not think to take a towel or two with them. Choosing to provide towels to your guests will allow them the chance to shower throughout their stay without needing to venture out to the store to purchase one.

While many hostels provide towels at no charge, it is understandable if you want to charge a small fee. After all, towels have been known to disappear from hostels on occasion. Whatever you decide, you will want to make sure that the towels you are providing are of the highest quality and that you replace them often, so that they can still absorb water.

How Tour Companies Can Increase Their Income with Special Backpacker Packages

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 03:16:28 +0000

Tour companies are always looking for ways to increase their income and coordinating with hostels is an excellent place to start. Tour companies can begin by offering special backpacker packages to those who are staying at local hostels, campgrounds, hotels, and bed and breakfasts. Most hostels and other places are always willing to promote these packages, as it gives them something to place on their activity list and gives their guests something to do while they are there.

Tip of the Week: 5 Cheap Kitchen Items Backpackers Love to See in the Free Bin

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 02:39:04 +0000

Sometimes, it is all about the comforts of home, especially for backpackers who are traveling light. No backpacker minds going without a few of the comforts of home when necessary, but when it comes to the kitchen, a few free items will make their stay more enjoyable.

All backpackers love a nice hot cup of coffee or tea throughout the day, and while they can lug their own around or go purchase what they need, giving it to them for free is much better. You can set up a little area in the kitchen complete with a coffee pot, kettle, cups, spoons, coffee, and tea, and let all your guests know that it is there for their enjoyment.

How to Start A Successful Hostel in Canada

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 15:13:59 +0000

Here are 9 steps to assist you in opening a successful hostel in Canada:

Norris Point International Hostel

Sat, 19 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Julia Ann Walsh Centre, Hospital Lane, Norris Point, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, A0K 3V0

Telephone:

Office: (709)458-3072

Cell: (709) 458-8880

Fax: (709) 458-3058

Host(s): Joanie, Robert

Cost:

The hostel offers single, double, and dorm rooms.

Amenities include free wifi, full kitchen, common room, laundry facilities, and barbecue on an upper deck.

The hostel includes showers & towels. Wheelchair accessible, and 100% non-smoking.

Located across the road from a gas station, convenience store, local pub, and take-out food. Nearby restaurants, tourism operations, hikes, and town office.

HI Charlottetown Backpackers Inn

Fri, 18 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000

HI Charlottetown Backpackers Inn

60 Hillsborough Street, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada, C1A 4W1

Telephone: (902) 367-5749

Host(s): Levi Urman

Cost: $34.77 dorm for non-HI members; $30.77 for HI members $84.99 for Private (double) includes towels, tv, double bed, water bottles ; $76.50 for HI members

add $16 + tax for a third person (for Houston Bunkbed private room)

$99.99 for Private Suite, includes towels, tv, queen bed, water bottles, and toilet and sink ; $90.00 for HI members

Grenfell Campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland

Thu, 10 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Grenfell Campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland

20 University Drive, Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, A2H 5G4

Toll-free: 1-866-494-3548, Telephone: (709) 637-6255

Host(s): Conference Staff

Cost: Summer 2020 Rates Single Dorm Room: Student Rate of $30 +HST/Night (must show valid student ID) Single Dorm Room: Adult Rate of $42 +HST/Night Chalet-Style Apartments (for groups of 4 or more): $39.75 + HST/Night based on occupancy of 4 Weekly and Monthly rates also available-call or email for details.

Auberge L’Apero

Wed, 09 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Located in the heart of downtown, Auberge L’Apéro offers you European-style hostelling in North America’s most European city, Montreal. Whether you choose to soak up the ambiance on our terrace or spend your time visiting Montreal’s myriad attractions, L’Apéro is the perfect home base for your vacation.

From our beautiful graystone building you can walk to most downtown attractions, including our famous festivals. Since the Metro, Montreal’s clean, safe and efficient subway, is only steps away you can be almost anywhere in town in 15 minutes. Don’t worry about staying out too late, there is no curfew at L’Apéro. It’s not just a hostel it’s a refuge for travelers.

Surfs Inn Guesthouse and Backpacker’s Lodge

Sun, 06 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000

Overlooking Ucluelet’s seaside harbour, Surfs Inn Guesthouse and Backpacker’s Lodge enjoys magnificent mountain views while being less than 15 minutes from surfing the world famous shores of Long Beach in Pacific Rim National Park.

Enjoy your stay in a beautifully restored home with fireplace, recycled fir flooring and comfortable beds with duvets. Affordable shared and private rooms are available with a common living room and kitchen to meet with your fellow travellers.

Auberge du Château Bahia

Fri, 27 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000

(Open: Ouvert entre Mai à Octobre)

What we have to offer:

Accommodation in the towers with in-room music
Pancake breakfast with wild berries or our buffet breakfast
Dinner by candlelight in the banquet hall (bring your own wine)
Hiking trails with poetry excerpts and observation tower
Great hiking trail
wifi
Wild berries and mushrooms pick
Selection of games available
Coffee and drinks on the terrace
Washer and dryer
Reading room and TV
Kitchen & Dining Community

Entirely built by Jean, the owner, and his father, over a period of 18 years, Château Bahia is located 500 metres off route 132 at Pointe-à-la-Garde, on the south side of the Gaspé Peninsula.

Alexandrie-Montreal

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

We’re building a real hostel that fulfills the needs of long-term backpackers:

We think a hostel in Montreal should offer a vibrant style that surprises but is still comfortable.

So far, it’s a work in progress. Don’t worry though, no one is working at the moment. We’re taking ideas and looking for artists.

1750 rue Amherst, Montréal, Quebec, Canada, H2L 3L6

Prices

$25.00

Open Season

Open all Year!

Hostel Activities

1. River Rafting (more details) Light to Moderate Outdoor Activity Summer Activity

Auberge de la Paix

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

En plein cœur du Vieux-Québec, l’Auberge de la Paix, fondée en 1972, est la plus ancienne auberge de jeunesse de la Vieille Capitale, et fort probablement la plus conviviale et la moins chère du secteur.

31 rue Couillard, Quebec City, Quebec, Canada, G1R 3T4

Prices

High season (May 5th to Oct. 14th)- $30,00 (Bedding, breakfast and taxes included) / night

Low season (Oct. 15th to May 4th)– From $26,00 (Bedding,breakfast and taxes included) / night

Auberge Internationale Forillon

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2095 Boul. Grande-Grève, Forillon-Gaspé, Quebec, Canada, G4X 6L7

Prices

$25.00 (dorm) per person per night, also private rooms are available;

Open Season

Open: April 20th to October 31st

Hostel Activities

1. Bear Watching (more details) Nature Appreciation Summer Activity

2. Swimming with Seals (more details) Nature Appreciation Summer Activity

3. Historical Slide Show (more details) Specialty Experience Summer Activity (more details)

Barefoot Hostel

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

We are a small, independently-owned, 16-bed backpackers’s haven. Here at the Barefoot, we bring travellers together and want you to have the best possible time in Ottawa. Online BookDirect 24/

455 Cumberland St., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1N 7J8

Prices

The Barefoot has 4-bed dorm rooms (for women only) starting at $38.00 per person. If you wish a private room, book at our parent property the Swiss Hotel NOTICE: Adults Only

Beez Kneez Bakpakers

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

The Beez Kneez Bakpakers is your home away from home. Please know that the hostel is closed to guests for 2 hours each day from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm

408 Hoge Street, Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Canada, Y1A 1W2

Prices

*All listed prices include GST Bed in a 6-bed or 4-bed co-ed dorm: $35

Private room: $ 90 + $15 more/ night for a 3rd person

Seasonal May 1 to Oct 1: Greenhouse cabin (perfect for one person or a couple): $90 Sugar Shack cabin: $ 85 + $15 more/ night for a 3rd person Kayoko’s Kabin (room for one person only): $50.00 The Hippy VW van Ideal for one person. $45.00

Black Rooster Guesthouse

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

We can accommodate any type of traveler with hotel style rooms, family rooms, one to four bedroom furnished luxury apartments or semi-private rooms. Our lodge is also great for large groups such as school field trips or fishing charter tourists (freezer included!), our maximum occupancy is 99 people.

501 – 6th Street West, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada, V8J 1Z7

Prices

Room Type Rate / Night

Single Bed

Single bed in shared room, linen included, towel extra.

Dalhousie Conference Services and Summer Accommodations

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Public overnight accommodations available every spring/summer at Dalhousie University in Halifax and Truro, Nova Scotia.

Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3H 4R2

Prices

Tourist Rates (includes tax)

Singles Rooms – $49.50

Double Rooms – $76.50

Student Rates (includes tax)

Singles Rooms – $32.65

Double Rooms – $58.50

Suite Style Residences

2, 3 and 4 Bedroom Suites from $110.00 – $240.00

Student Suite Style Residences

2, 3 and 4 Bedroom Suites from $95.00 – $152.00

Dawson City River Hostel

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Herewith I want to give notice that the Dawson City River Hostel has given up on its Hostelling International (HI) affiliation. After almost 20 years carrying the HI logo, it has become to difficult to be associated with an organization that cares more about its top-heavy bureaucracy than about their affiliated private hostels. Over-bearing, arrogant and insulting inspectors are one reason, but the last straw was an incredible, one-sided contract which, had I signed it, would have given control – to a large extent – to a faceless Ottawa / Vancouver bureaucracy.

Fireside Lodge

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Fireside Lodge is located in Whistler, British Columbia; home of North America’s two largest vertical mountains – Whistler and Blackcomb. Relax at our cozy lodge, year round, after enjoying world class activities including; skiing, boarding, mountain biking, hiking etc.

2117 Nordic Dr., Whistler, British Columbia, Canada, V0N 1B2

Prices

Dorms: $30/night summer $35/night winter

Private rooms: start at $70/night summer, and $90/night winter based on double occupancy

Open Season

Open all Year!

Hamilton Guest House

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Hamilton Guesthouse is Hamilton’s first (and only) backpackers’ hostel! We are located in the historic William Pring House, built in 1855.

158 Mary Street, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, L8L 4V8

Prices

Henrietta room: $60 per night (2nd floor large private room with double bed)

Potter, Faust & Gwain rooms: $40 per night (basement smaller private rooms with double bed)

Dormitory bed: $25 per person per night (four-bed mixed dorm on 2nd floor)

Hot Springs Campground & Hostel

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

KM 10 Takhini Hot Springs Road, Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Canada, Y1A 7A2

Prices:

All prices include tax.

-$35 per dorm bed

-$125 per private room

-$575 to rent entire hostel.

-Sleeping bags are $7 for the duration of the stay.

-Towels are $3.

-$20 extra surcharge for every hour past 10pm for check-ins.

To make a booking, please visit our website and click the “book now” button.

Open Season

Open all Year!

Kelowna International Hostel

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Our mission is to be the cleanest hostel on the planet in the safest environment possible with the friendliest staff in the world!

2343 Pandosy Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, V1Y 1T5

Prices

$25/night (dorm); $60 (private room for two people)

Open Season

Open all Year!

Directions to Kelowna International Hostel

Directions from Vancouver:

Leave Vancouver on the Trans-Canada Hwy. Drive through Princeton or Merrit (please consult your own map of BC to choose the best route for you). The drive will take you approximately 4 hours. As you enter Kelowna, drive over the floating lake bridge over Okanagan Lake and drive into Kelowna. Turn RIGHT at Pandosy Street (just a couple blocks from the bridge) and drive 1 km. You will see the Kelowna International Hostel on your left side on the corner of Pandosy Street and Christelton Avenue. Limited parking is available under the 2nd level balcony or on the side street (Christleton Avenue) just before the hostel on weekends. Christleton Avenue is 2 hour limited parking on weekdays.

Lakehead University Residence Summer Guest Accommodations

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Official page for Lakehead University Residence Thunder bay. Upcoming residence events will be posted. Ask question and we will try our best to Answer

955 Oliver Road, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, P7B 5E1

Prices

Dorms – Basic single $35.00 per night; Single $40.00 per night; Double $55.00 per night

Townhouse/Apartment – 4 bedroom units: $140.00 per night

$600.00 per week

$2000.00 per month

Open Season

Open: May to mid-August

Hostel Activities

1. Bonfires (more details) Lakehead University Residence, Bonfires.jpg Social Fun

Misty River Lodge / Radium International Hostel

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Backpacker’s Lodge, Radium Hot Springs, surrounded by mountains & world-famous National Parks: Explore the Canadian Rockies, make new friends, share your adventures… We’ll do whatever we can to make your experience fun & memorable! (Gaby & Geoff)

5036 Highway 93, Box 363, Radium Hot Springs, British Columbia, Canada, V0A 1M0

Prices

Dorm beds: $27 regular ($25 with Backpackers Toonie Discount coupon)

Tax is already included in the price

Open Season

Open all Year!

Neill-Wycik College Hotel

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

96 Gerrard Street E, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M5B 1G7

Prices

Dorm: $25.00-$30.00, Single private: $45-$5, Twin private: $60-$70.

Rates are subject to change during peak periods throughout the summer. Please check calendar for availability.

Open Season

Open: May to end of August

Ocean Island Inn | Backpackers | Suites

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Budget Accommodation Extraordinaire!

791 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, V8W 1N9

Prices

Dorms from $26 to $30/bed/night

Private Rooms from 30 to $93

Open Season

Open all Year!

Hostel Activities

1. Whale Watching (more details) Light Outdoor Activity Summer Activity (more details)

2. Hiking / Biking (more details) Moderate to Vigourous Outdoor Activity

Directions to Ocean Island Inn | Backpackers | Suites

As an Ocean Island guest, you’ll get rad VIP whale watching discounts! By booking through Ocean Island you can enjoy the rate of $85 (nearly 25% off the regular rate of $109) for year round whale watching, wildlife tours, and harbour tours aboard high-speed zodiacs and luxury covered motor yacht.

Ottawa Backpackers Inn

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A cozy little hostel on York Street in the Ottawa By-Ward Market. Take off your shoes at the front door and make yourself at home!

Free tea, coffee and wifi!

203 York Street, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1N 5T7

Prices

26$ dorm beds

Open Season

Open all Year!

Hostel Activities

1. Party and Dine in the Byward Market (more details) Social Fun

Pioneer Guesthouse

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Located in the Cow Bay tourist District of down town Prince Rupert, the Pioneer Guesthouse offers travelers a wide selection of accommodation options to suit their travel budget. Beautifully restored, this building is one of Prince Rupert’s oldest structures.

2 blocks from the waterfront, and a 2 minute walk to grocers, Tourist info, museum, shops and bistros.

167 3rd Ave. East, Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada, V8J 1K4

Prices

Dorm Bed: $25.20 – $35.00 per person

Planet Traveler Hostel

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In a century-old building shining with character, Planet Traveler sits at the crossroads of Toronto’s most vibrant and happening neighbourhoods.

From the eclectic beats of Kensington Market to the hip bars and bright colours of Little Italy or the laid-back vibe of The Annex, the best Toronto has to offer is just minutes from our doorstep.

Fully restored inside and out but still retaining its historic charm, Planet Traveler is green, sleek, spacious and clean – the perfect place to start your Toronto adventure.

Powell River Harbour Guesthouse

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We are an international guesthouse and hostel located right on the waterfront in

the heart of beautiful Powell River.

4454 Willingdon Ave, Powell River, British Columbia, Canada, V8A 2M6

Prices

$24.00 nightly; Private/Family Rooms: $55 – $65 per room/per night (seasonally adjusted)

Open Season

Open all Year!

Hostel Activities

1. Water Sports (more details) Light to Vigorous Activity Summer Activity

2. Hiking (more details) Moderate Outdoor Activity

Premier Creek Hostel

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3101 Oceanview Drive, Box 268, Queen Charlotte, Haida Gwaii, British Columbia, Canada, V0T 1S0

Prices

dorm: $25.00; private double room: $50.00

Open Season

Open all Year!

Hostel Activities

1. Hiking Moderate to Vigourous Outdoor Activity

2. Water Sports Moderate to Vigourous Outdoor Activity Summer Activity

3. Local Cultural Activities (more details) Food, Drink and Culture

Raging Elk International Hostel

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892 Sixth Ave., Box 160, Fernie, British Columbia, Canada, VOB 1M0

Prices

Summer/Fall (June 15th to Nov. 30th): Dorm $27+ tax Private – $76 + tax Family – $90+ tax Winter (Dec. 1st to Apr. 15th): Dorm $27+ tax Private: $79+ tax Family rooms – $99 + tax Please add 10% to the above rates if you are not a member of Hostelling International

Open Season

Open from June 15th all year. Closed between April 16th and June 15th

Revelstoke Hostel

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400 Second Street West, , Revelstoke, British Columbia, Canada, V0E 2S0

Prices

from $28.50 + tax for dorm; private rooms : from $45.00 + tax

Open Season

Open all Year!

Directions to Revelstoke Hostel

Finding your way to our backpacker accommodation in the center of Revelstoke is easy. Revelstoke hostel is centrally located near all the shops, bars and restaurants.

Saint Mary’s University Conference Services

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903 Robie St., Rm 252 Sobey Building (check-in at 5865 Gorsebrook Ave.), Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada, B3H 3C3

Prices

Special Student Rates:

Single rooms: $34.94 (sleeps 1 person) shared bathroom

Double rooms $67.46 (sleeps 2 people) shared bathroom

Open Season

Open: Mid-May to Mid-August

St. Clair International Hostel

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The St Clair Hotel-Hostel is a heritage listed building, built in 1911 by Captain Henry Pybus and Architect Samuel Birds. It was the first concrete building in Vancouver, originally built as accommodation for railway and ocean going passengers from both Pacific and Atlantic locations. The nautical theme has been preserved so that travellers from all over the world can enjoy the history of this unique Vancouver landmark.

Henry Pybus was Captain of the Canadian

The Arlington

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Located in the town of Maynooth, Ontario, and just a short distance away from Algonquin Provincial Park, the historic Arlington Hotel provides a gateway to natural beauty, hiking, swimming, camping, and much more. As well, visit our pub for live music, parties, and other events.

32990 Hwy. 62 at Hwy 127, at historic Arlington Hotel,, Box 87, Maynooth, Algonquin Park, Ontario, Canada, K0L 2S0

Prices

Dorm $25

Single-occupancy private room $35

The Cona Hostel

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Our Mission: To provide clean, secure accommodation for the budget-minded traveler in a fun and exciting atmosphere

440 Anderton Ave, Courtenay, British Columbia, Canada, V9N 2G8

Prices

Dorm : $25.00

Private room: from $58.00 for 2 people to $135.00 for a family suite

Open Season

Open all Year!

Hostel Activities

1. Snowsports (more details) Moderate to Vigourous Outdoor Activity Winter Activity

2. Water Sports (more details) Moderate to Vigourous Outdoor Activity Summer Activity

Thunder Bay International Hostel

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1594 Lakeshore Dr., Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, P7A 0S9

Prices

$25.00 room, $20 tenting.

Open Season

Open all Year!

Hostel Activities

1. Swimming / Cliffdiving (more details)

Thunder Bay International Hostel, Swimming at MacKenzie River.jpg Moderate to Vigourous Outdoor Activity Summer Activity (more details)

2. Bear Watching (more details) Thunder Bay International Hostel, Bear Watching.jpg Nature Appreciation Summer Activity

3. Campires / Bonfires (more details) Thunder Bay International Hostel, Bonfires.jpg Social Fun Summer Activity

Turtle Hostel

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1608 Quadra Street, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, V8W 2L4

Prices

Cost from $20 to $28; $30- $40 for private room per person); $40-$58 for private double room for two people

Open Season

Open all Year!

Hostel Activities

1. Visit Buschard Gardens Gardens and Parks Summer Activity

2. Whale Watching Nature Appreciation Summer Activity

3. Museums Museum / Historical site

University of Alberta Conference Services

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1- 47 Lister Centre (87 avenue and 116 street), Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, T6G 2H6

Prices

Traditional single dorm room (shared washrooms on each floor,wifi included): From $52.00 ppn + tx

Traditional twin dorm room (shared washrooms on each floor, wifi included): From $62.00 ppn + tx

Single private room (full private washroom, wifi included): From $72.00 ppn + tx

Linen and towel services are provided with all rooms.

Open Season

Open: May 15th to August 25th

University of Waterloo Summer Accommodation

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Each spring term, Catering and Event Services offers summer accommodations on campus in our student residences. Staying at the University of Waterloo can be a wonderful experience. Centrally located, with an array of restaurants, hiking trails and green space, this is a great place to call home for a night, a week, a month or the whole summer!

200 University Avenue West, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, N2J 4C1

Prices

Ron Eydt Village accommodations

Rates (single/double occupancy)

Nightly: $60.00*

Up the Creek Backpackers

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Up The Creek – The closest rural backpackers accommodation to Vancouve

1261 Roberts Creek Road, Roberts Creek, British Columbia, Canada, V0N 2W2

Prices

Dorm style co-ed room: $28/bed

Private Room (sleeps 3) or cabin (sleeps 2): $80 or $75/night for 2+ nights

Self-serve breakfast: $6

Hot Tub lifetime Membership: $3

All plus applicable taxes

Open Season

Open all Year!

Wanderer’s Inn Backpackers Hostel

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Wanderer’s Inn Backpacker’s Hostel! Centrally located in Haines Jct Yukon, Canada, gateway to Kluane National Park and a World Heritage Site.

191 Backe Street, Haines Junction, Yukon Territory, Canada, Y0B 1L0

Prices

Dorm: 40$/night

Private room: 90$/night for couple

110$/night for family

Open Season

Open all Year!

Hostel Activities

1. Hiking / Biking

2. Cross-Country Skiing

3. Paddling

YWCA Hotel

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Vancouver’s YWCA Hotel is definitely “Worth checking into!” It offers a warm welcome to all travellers, and is a comfortable, safe and affordable place to stay at the heart of downtown’s arts and entertainment scene.

733 Beatty Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6B 2M4

Prices

call for pricing

no dorm beds available, only rooms

ask about our 5-guest room special; smaller rooms also available

Open Season

Open all Year!

Directions to YWCA Hotel

The YWCA Hotel is conveniently located at the corner of Beatty and Robson, in downtown Vancouver’s exciting Yaletown district.

Most Popular Jobs for Backpackers in Canada

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If you were clever enough to sign up for a Working Holiday Visa in Canada, you’ll be glad to know that there are a ton of great jobs for backpackers in Canada. While they vary in difficulty and pay, breaking up long term travel with a couple of months of hard work get be just as rewarding. You’re bound to make friends, see a different side of Canada, and best of all, put away some money for future travels. You might even luck out and be able to build some experience for future jobs. Let’s check out some of the most popular jobs for foreigners and backpackers in Canada!

Entertainment Must Haves for Backpackers

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Backpacking is one of the most rewarding and exciting ways to travel , but it also requires the ability to travel light and find ways of keeping yourself entertained in between sightseeing. Here are some tips on the best things to pack if you want to keep the weight down but also stave off boredom throughout your backpacking adventure.

Stash an E-Reader

Reading is a great activity if you’re stuck on a bus for long periods travelling or you want to enjoy some downtime when it’s no longer light enough to walk. But instead of lugging a paper book around with you, opt for an e-reader instead. This way, you can carry multiple books with you at once, the battery stays charged for a long period of time and it’s much lighter than a book. Also, many are back-lit so you won’t need to waste your headlamp battery for hours if you want to stay up reading.

The Canoe: An Icon of Canadian Culture

Fri, 28 Apr 2017 17:07:13 +0000

Canada would never have been fully explored without the help of the canoe. It’s a canadian icon, a hobby, a sport, and one of the most serene ways to travel. This ~30min documentary, published by Travel Ontario Canada , encapsulates the significance of this amazing tool. Dramatic visuals, superb audio. Kick back and get inspired to see Canada by canoe!

I stumbled upon this amazing Youtube video over at Road Stories . Be sure to check Glenn & Judy’s blog, they cover some amazing Canadian topics and are some of the nicest folks around. Salt of the earth types with a clear passion for Canadiana.

How to Start a Working Holiday in Canada

Sat, 15 Apr 2017 15:58:31 +0000

So you’ve made the leap! You planned in advance and signed up for a Working Holiday in Canada before leaving to start your journey. The Working Holiday Visa allows you to work for anywhere from 6 months to 2 years (with conditions), depending on which country you call home. Starting to get your new life in order in a brand new country can be daunting, even one as friendly as Canada. While the hardest part will involve deciding which province you’re going to set yourself up in, there are still other steps you’ll need to remember before you dive into your first job in Canada.

Bison reintroduced to Banff National Park [Video]

Mon, 20 Feb 2017 03:27:11 +0000

Special delivery! These bison have just found a new home. While bisons numbers have dwindled immensely in modern times, there has been an active campaign to help reintroduce bison in many of their ancient herding grounds. Parks Canada delievered 16 bison from Elk Island National Park to the remote Panther Valley in the famous Banff National Park.

This video shows the entire process. It reminds me a bit of that movie from the 90s, Operation Dumbo Drop, only more majestic. You can’t help but wonder what’s going through the bisons heads as they’re being lifted off.

Figure Skating On Top Of The World

Sat, 04 Feb 2017 03:43:42 +0000

Cool tunes, epic scenery, and some Yuri On Ice level figure skating. This very Canadian video features Elizabeth Putnam, a bronze-medalist and expert figure skater as well as Bradley Friesen, adventurist / helicopter pilot, and Youtube Star.

Watch this awesome video and get your winter groove on.

From the Video Creator:

Figure Skating On Top Of The World | Shot in 4k!

Big thanks to Elizabeth Putnam for trusting me and skating in this incredible place on top of the mountain. She was a total trooper, putting up with very cold conditions and constant requests of “Can you go do that again” even though she was freezing.

Canada Ranks #1 with Expats Living Abroad

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:23:31 +0000

Photo by Gary Scott

Catherine Faas at Holy Kaw summed it up well in her recent post. For those considering living and working abroad, you might want to have a second glance at Canada. The HSBC Expat Experience Survey recently named Canada as the best place in the world to be an expat.

The survey reported the highest overall increase in quality of life since landing in this frosty northern country. The HSBC Expat Experience polled over 3,000 expats around the world. The cherry on top? Canada was also voted number one country in quality of accommodation, with a whopping 68% of expats reporting their homes were better in Canada than in their own native country.

How to apply for a Canada Working Holiday Visa

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:17:23 +0000

For those considering working in Canada during their travels, the most important thing you’ll need is a Work Permit, otherwise known as a Working Holiday Visa. The process itself can be done by yourself, and you may be able to save some money in the process. However, if you want to kick back and just wait for the application to go through, there are several companies which can do that for you as well.

Environmental Jobs in Canada

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:17:14 +0000

Many people consider Canada a leader in Environmental preservation, although this is normally quite true statistically speaking, there is still lots of Eco-work out there for those willing to help.

Eco Canada has a great job board dedicated to Environmental Jobs. There are countless different areas one can apply for, anything from Lab Technicians and Biologists to Financial Analysts and Secretary’s. If you have the qualifications and want to work in a rewarding area, be sure to check them out.

Busk A Move – A Guide to Busking

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:42:09 +0000

Although busking can sometimes seem like begging, particularly if the busker is terrible at what he/she does, it normally is far from. It can be a great way to spend an afternoon in a city where there might not be much worth doing. So why not try and make enough to cover your accommodation, or at least a few drinks.

The first step to busking is to have “a thing you do”, that thing could be to juggle, play guitar, sing, play spoons or eat glass. Whatever it is, it may be enough to make it in the cutthroat industry that is busking. But before you grab a piece of cement and commence your busking attempts, lets go through the basics.

10 Things to Do In The Canadian Rocky Mountains

Mon, 25 May 2009 17:58:00 +0000

So you hightailed it to the Rocky Mountains, and now that you’re here you suddenly realize you don’t even know where to start. The options are pretty endless, but sometimes a nudge in the right direction is all one needs. Whether you’re after something scenic, something thrilling, or something familiar, The Rocky Mountains will be more than happy to quench your thirst.

1. Work In The Rocky Mountains

For those of you coming from overseas seeking work in Canada. The mountains are where the majority go. Typical jobs include Liftee, Cook, Customer Service Rep, Ski/Snowboard Instructor, Ski Patrol, Bartender, and Maid. Whether you’re from New Zealand, Australia, Scotland, England, Wales, Ireland, Korea, Japan or China, you’re likely to find someone who came from the same country as you.

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Hostel owners in the Backpackers Hostels Canada network take pride in their properties and many will likely be there to help check you in as you arrive, and check you out as you depart on your journey. They’re community leaders, travel experts, and fellow backpackers that have walked the walk.

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Banff

Banff International Hostel

449 Banff Ave., T1L 1A6, Banff, Alberta

Directions: The closest airport to Banff is the Calgary International Airport:

Turn left onto Airport Rd. NE. Turn left onto Barlow Trail NE Provincial Route 2A N. Turn slightly left. Turn left onto Airport Trail NE. Merge onto Provincial Route 2 S/ Deerfoot Trail NE via the ramp on the left towards the city centre. Take the Trans Canada Highway (Highway 1) 16 Ave NW exit (exit 258). Keep right at the fork to go onto Provincial Route 1 W / Trans Canada Highway West. Follow the Trans Canada Highway for about 120 km till you get to the first Banff exit. Take the exit and keep left. Turn left towards Banff. Stay on Banff Ave till Martin Street and the hostel will be on the right hand-side before the turn-off into Martin and before the Shell Gas Station.

Hostel Jobs

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Looking for a job in the backpackers / hostels world? Check out some of these available jobs below.

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Hostels for Sale in Canada

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Thinking about buying a hostel in Canada, or ready to pass yours on to the next owner? This page lists independent hostels, backpacker lodges, campground-hostels and guesthouses for sale across Canada, from ski-town hostels in British Columbia and Alberta to coastal guesthouses in the Maritimes and Newfoundland.

Current hostels for sale

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| | Videos: | | | | Watch the CBC Video on Canadiana Backpackers , submitted by Chris Morgan. Chris owns and operates the Canadiana Backpackers Inn , Toronto. | | — | — | | | Watch the new Canadiana Backpackers Inn video . | | — | — | | Crystal Crescent Beach outside of Port Mouton, Nova Scotia | Watch the video of Crystal Crescent Beach , outside of Port Mouton, Nova Scotia, submitted by Geoff Smith of Port Mouton International Hostel . | | — | — | | Chilcotin holidays video | Watch the Chilcotin holidays video , submitted by Guido Beierlein of Spruce Lake Backpackers Lodge in Gold Bridge BC. These are the views and the experience’s that can only be found at the mountains and lakes of beautiful British Columbia. Chilcotin Holidays is the only place on earth that has 25 dedicated camps. Experienced guides, magnificent well mannered horses and a positive environment that will make your time as special as it should be. | | — | — | | Some guests who stayed in this hostel in 2008 | Watch the Alexandrie Hostel Montreal video . submitted by Luc Parent of Alexandrei-Montreal Hostel . Video of hostel guests in 2008. | | — | — | | | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | | Stories: | | | | Read Charmead Schella’s story about her childhood summers spent in Thunder Bay . Charmead is owner and hostess of Fat Salmon Backpackers in Port Alberni. Charmead won our Middle Canada photo-story contest with this story. | | — | — | | | Read Lloyd Jones’ reflections on life’s journey . Lloyd is owner of the Thunder Bay International Hostel and founder of Backpackers Hostels Canada. | | — | — | | | Wallpaper: | | | | Download Comox Lake (photo taken by Riding Fool at Cumberland BC): | 1280 x 960 — very large 1152 x 864 — large 1024 x 768 — medium 800 x 600 — small | | — | — | — | | | Download Royston (photo taken by Marty Mclellan at Cumberland BC): | 1280 x 960 — very large 1152 x 864 — large 1024 x 768 — medium 800 x 600 — small | | — | — | — | | | Download Strathcona in August (photo taken by Riding Fool at Cumberland BC): | 1280 x 960 — very large 1152 x 864 — large 1024 x 768 — medium 800 x 600 — small | | — | — | — | | | Download Inukshuk Silouette (photo taken by Lloyd Jones in Vancouver): | 1280 x 960 — very large 1152 x 864 — large 1024 x 768 — medium 800 x 600 — small | | — | — | — | | | Download Running Horses (photo taken by Lloyd Jones off of the Sunshine Highway BC): | 1280 x 960 (high quality) — very large 1280 x 960 (lower quality) — very large 1152 x 864 (high quality) — large 1152 x 864 (lower quality) — large 1024 x 768 — medium 800 x 600 — small | | — | — | — | | | Download Forest near meadow (photo taken by Lloyd Jones, North of Sechelt BC): | 1280 x 960 (high quality) — very large 1280 x 960 (lower quality) — very large 1152 x 864 (high quality) — large 1152 x 864 (lower quality) — large 1024 x 768 — medium 800 x 600 — small | | — | — | — | | | Download Sailboat on Sunshine Coast — near Powell River (photo taken by Lloyd Jones): | 1280 x 960 (high quality) — very large 1152 x 864 (high quality) — large 1024 x 768 — medium 800 x 600 — small | | — | — | — | | | | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |

Who We Are

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Who We Are

Backpackers Hostels Canada / Auberges Backpackers Canada is a network of over 140 backpackers hostels (formerly called ‘youth hostels’) across Canada, in over 85 Canadian cities including Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Ottawa, Niagara Falls, Halifax, Victoria, and Quebec City. We also include some alternative accommodations such as University and College residences and conference services, budget hotels, campgrounds, and B&Bs.