If you visit Alaska, you'll probably spend at least a few nights in its biggest city. Naturally you'll need accommodation. As a backpacker or budget traveler you'll want to save as much as possible on accommodation costs but to make your stay more enjoyable, you also need to choose your Anchorage hostel with care.
Anchorage is sprawled out along the shores of Cook Inlet, with the Chugach Mountains in the north overlooking the city. It's home to more than 40 percent of the entire Alaskan population. You can reach this important Alaskan port by airplane, car or bus or by boat.
While you'll see glaciers and snow-capped peaks in the area, summers here are actually quite mild. The days are long but unfortunately you won't experience the midnight sun this far south. In winter you'll get at least five hours of daylight and while you'll need clothing warm enough for snowy weather, you'll find that it doesn't get as cold as you may have thought it would.
Like in all major cities, you can visit art galleries and museums, shopping centers and restaurants, bars and clubs. Unlike most major cities, however, in some Anchorage neighborhoods you may stumble across a moose, some Dall sheep or even a bear. In summer you can explore the great outdoors by hiking, cycling or mountain biking while in winter you'll be tempted to do it on skis, snowboard or snowmobile.
When you choose a hostel for your stay, you need to take into account what you're planning to do while in the city. It's usually easier to stay at a place close to where you'll be spending most of your days so that you can save on transport time and costs. You're also more likely to meet travelers with similar interests. In Anchorage, most of the hostels are located in the downtown area.
It's also a good idea to consider the facilities you need when choosing where to stay. Free Wi-Fi or at least a computer with a good internet connection for guests to use will help you stay in touch without breaking the bank. You may also want to consider preparing meals at home instead of going out for food, so a well-equipped communal kitchen is a good idea too.
The cheapest type of accommodation is a bed in a dorm. However, this means that you need to share with a bunch of strangers. If this isn't your cup of tea, rather spend a little more on a private room. You can share with a friend to keep costs down and it may even be a more economical option.
A good way of comparing establishments is to read the reviews by other travelers on travel websites. These will give you much more information than you'll find in a guidebook and you'll know exactly what to expect in terms of service, facilities and the general atmosphere of the place. With more information you're more likely to choose the most suitable Anchorage hostel and have a great stay in Alaska.
Anchorage is sprawled out along the shores of Cook Inlet, with the Chugach Mountains in the north overlooking the city. It's home to more than 40 percent of the entire Alaskan population. You can reach this important Alaskan port by airplane, car or bus or by boat.
While you'll see glaciers and snow-capped peaks in the area, summers here are actually quite mild. The days are long but unfortunately you won't experience the midnight sun this far south. In winter you'll get at least five hours of daylight and while you'll need clothing warm enough for snowy weather, you'll find that it doesn't get as cold as you may have thought it would.
Like in all major cities, you can visit art galleries and museums, shopping centers and restaurants, bars and clubs. Unlike most major cities, however, in some Anchorage neighborhoods you may stumble across a moose, some Dall sheep or even a bear. In summer you can explore the great outdoors by hiking, cycling or mountain biking while in winter you'll be tempted to do it on skis, snowboard or snowmobile.
When you choose a hostel for your stay, you need to take into account what you're planning to do while in the city. It's usually easier to stay at a place close to where you'll be spending most of your days so that you can save on transport time and costs. You're also more likely to meet travelers with similar interests. In Anchorage, most of the hostels are located in the downtown area.
It's also a good idea to consider the facilities you need when choosing where to stay. Free Wi-Fi or at least a computer with a good internet connection for guests to use will help you stay in touch without breaking the bank. You may also want to consider preparing meals at home instead of going out for food, so a well-equipped communal kitchen is a good idea too.
The cheapest type of accommodation is a bed in a dorm. However, this means that you need to share with a bunch of strangers. If this isn't your cup of tea, rather spend a little more on a private room. You can share with a friend to keep costs down and it may even be a more economical option.
A good way of comparing establishments is to read the reviews by other travelers on travel websites. These will give you much more information than you'll find in a guidebook and you'll know exactly what to expect in terms of service, facilities and the general atmosphere of the place. With more information you're more likely to choose the most suitable Anchorage hostel and have a great stay in Alaska.
