Across our hostels, we've got a great selection of dorm and private room types and sizes to suit everyone's preferences and budget.
But we get that it can be a bit puzzling, so here's a detailed breakdown to help make up your mind:
Single room
sleeps 1 guest, shared bathroom
Single Ensuite
sleeps 1 guest, private bathroom
Small/Basic/Budget Single room
smaller room than Single, sleeps 1 guest, shared bathroom
Small/Basic/Budget Single Ensuite
smaller room than Single, sleeps 1 guest, private bathroom
Double/twin room
sleeps up to 2 guests, shared bathroom
Double/twin Ensuite
sleeps up to 2 guests, private bathroom
Small/Basic/Budget Double/Twin
smaller room than Double/Twin, sleeps up to 2 guests, shared bathroom
Small/Basic/Budget Double/Twin Ensuite
smaller room than Double/Twin, sleeps up to 2 guests, private bathroom
Private 2 Bunk
sleep up to 2 guests, bunk bed, shared bathroom
Private 2 Bunk Ensuite
sleep up to 2 guests, bunk bed, private bathroom
Private 4/6/8/10/12... dorm
the number in the room name defines the maximum room occupancy, shared bathroom
Private 4/6/8/10/12... Ensuite dorm
the number in the room name defines the maximum room occupancy, private bathroom
Dorm
gender-neutral or mixed shared dormitory, shared bathroom
Private or Privatised Dorm (ensuite or non-ensuite)
same as dorm but booked a private room for an exclusive use of a group of friends, a school group or a family.
Mixed dorm
gender-neutral or mixed shared dormitory, shared bathroom
Ensuite dorm
gender-neutral or mixed shared dormitory, private bathroom
Mixed ensuite dorm
gender-neutral or mixed shared dormitory, private bathroom
Female dorm
female-only shared dormitory, shared bathroom
Female ensuite dorm
female-only shared dormitory, private bathroom
Capsule
a compact, private sleeping space designed as an individual pod, offering extra privacy within a shared dorm, private bathroom in the dorm
PS Yes, private bathroom means the toilet, sink and shower. The whole shabang!
What is the difference between a Pod Dorm and (mixed) Dorm?
Pod beds are bunk beds with individual curtains!
→ In our St Christopher's hostels in the EU, all beds are pod beds by default unless stated differently in the room description.
→ Flying Pig dorm rooms usually do not have curtains.
→ In the UK, we have a mix of pod beds and bunk beds without curtains, consequently, only rooms called Pod dorms will have individual bed curtains.
Good to know!
→ A dorm room, short for dormitory room, is a shared living space typical to hostels. It is designed to house multiple individuals, each having their own bed and often sharing amenities such as bathrooms and common areas. Dorm rooms are a great choice for travellers seeking budget-friendly accommodation and open to meeting new people!
→ A private room refers to an individual living space within a residence or accommodation that is not shared with others. Unlike dorms, a private room is designed for exclusive use by one person or a group, providing a more secluded and personalised environment. A private room often includes amenities like a private bathroom (ensuite).
→ dorm beds usually come with a power socket and a reading light
PS we sell adaptors (and a bunch of other useful items at reception!)
→ dorm beds sleep 1 guest, except for specific dorms where there is double mattress in the room name (currently only available in Flying Pigs)
→ ensuite bathrooms might be located outside the room/dorm itself, but they are private to one specific room/dorm
