Staying at a Hostel

Prefiero reservar una habitación compartida porque es más barata que una habitación privada, aunque tenga menos privacidad.

I prefer to book a shared room because it is cheaper than a private room, although it has less privacy.

💡 Use this when comparing budget options at the reception desk.

¿Podría darme una cama de abajo porque me resulta más cómodo para subir y bajar durante la noche?

Could you give me a bottom bed because it is more convenient for me to get up and down during the night?

💡 Useful if you have a preference for lower bunks in a dorm.

Cuando llegué al hostal, no sabía que el desayuno estaba incluido en el precio de la habitación.

When I arrived at the hostel, I didn't know that breakfast was included in the room price.

💡 Ask the staff to confirm if your booking includes any meals.

¿Podría decirme si los baños compartidos tienen agua caliente y si el hostal proporciona toallas limpias?

Could you tell me if the shared bathrooms have hot water and if the hostel provides clean towels?

💡 Useful to know what you need to bring or expect before showering.

¿Dónde se encuentra la cocina compartida que los huéspedes pueden usar para preparar sus comidas diariamente?

Where is the shared kitchen that guests can use to prepare their meals daily?

💡 Ask this to locate the common cooking area.

Es necesario que guarde mis pertenencias de valor en el casillero de seguridad con un candado fuerte.

It is necessary that I keep my valuables in the safety locker with a strong padlock.

💡 Keep your luggage safe in shared dormitories.

¿A qué hora empiezan las horas de silencio cuando todos los huéspedes deben apagar las luces principales?

At what time do the quiet hours start when all guests must turn off the main lights?

💡 Ask this to respect the hostel's rules on noise and light.

Me gustaría reservar una excursión guiada que sale mañana por la mañana hacia el centro histórico.

I would like to book a guided tour that leaves tomorrow morning to the historic center.

💡 Use this to sign up for activities organized by the hostel.

Hola, estoy viajando solo y me gustaría saber de dónde eres para hablar un poco de fútbol.

Hello, I am traveling alone and I would like to know where you are from to talk a bit about soccer.

💡 A great icebreaker to start a conversation with other travelers.

Si quieres podemos ir a tomar una cerveza al bar que está al lado del hostal.

If you want we can go have a beer at the bar that is next to the hostel.

💡 Use this to invite someone you just met to hang out.

Es importante que limpie los platos después de cocinar para mantener la cocina limpia para todos.

It is important that I clean the dishes after cooking to keep the kitchen clean for everyone.

💡 Good to know the rules of the shared kitchen.