Cresco … Some of my best teenage memories are of time spent here with youth group from church. It was good clean fun trying to get past the chaperones -- great times.
Philadelphia … Its a nice place to visit and Penn University is a place to see. You can a see a whole world is there. People from different countries, races and religions staying over there and all are students having a great time. If you are 22-28 you will go back to your college days and enjoy the place.
Jim Thorpe … A great little town for a weekend getaway -- a bunch of outdoor adventures are very nearby to town, and the pretty downtown has a lot to offer in itself! Go during week for a lot less crowds.
HI - Philadelphia, Chamounix Mansion Hostel in Philadelphia … I stayed in this hostel for one night only but it was enough to impress me. Firstly for the staff met only two people Andrew, and a lady (didn't get her name) both were very congenial and helpful, so no problems there. Next the hostel as such. It's an old building so you get creaky sounds of the old building but i guess it adds to its rustic charm. As for the comfort, comfortable the kitchen is well equipped -- hey, but the vending machine was broken -- ate my money! beds are comfortable. since it's in middle of nowhere, no traffic sounds. Cleanliness, its not the cleanest place on the planet but it's not dirty. With so many people living under one roof, the limited staff can manage to keep it clean and hygienic, hats off. Now for the bad part -- it's in middle of nowhere -- correct that, far end of nowhere. They have a bus stop one to one and a half miles from hostel where only two buses show up -- that too not on time! you have to walk from the stop, the walk is through a beautiful…
HI - Bank Street Hostel in Philadelphia … I've been to a handful of hostels and this has to be the best that I've been to so far. The atmosphere is quite different from that of a large hostel. There are no "rooms" but instead there are lots of beds on one floor. I personally had no problem with it because all of the beds were spaced out and the floor was kind of separated into two rooms because of a wall. Generally, staying at hostels don't give one a large sense of privacy, so what's the difference between bunking with eleven more people instead of seven people? I particularly enjoyed it because the girls running it were funny and really helpful. They played really good music in the common area and there was a free movie at 8 p.m. each night. They also make a really nice, strong coffee each morning along with free tea. I also met lots of cool people in the kitchen each night while I ate dinner. They offer free earplugs for people during the weekend when the club next door plays loud music. They also have free wireless…
HI - Newtown, Tyler State Park Hostel in Newtown … Great hosts and a great facility. Comfortable and quiet setting with great cycling in the area. A bit of a logistic challenge if you are without a motorized vehicle, but well worth the effort.
HI - Ironmaster's Mansion Hostel in Gardners … This hostel, on an ironworking plantation active from the 1820s to 1890s and somewhat isolated for motorists, is a real asset for hikers along busy sections of the AT -- which it straddles -- and a jewel all should appreciate. It's a friendly, orderly, clean, and well-looked-after property located within several converging state parks and forests not far from Harrisburg and Carlisle -- and Gettysburg -- within a major Eastern north-south/east-west highway junction and heritage tourism complex. Ease of access to its peaceful and bucolic mountain surroundings forms its greatest attraction. Very good times, good value, for hikers, families, individual travelers.
HI - Ironmaster's Mansion Hostel in Gardners … Donna is a wonderful caretaker! Had an excellent stay at IMYH during my hike. The false floor in the first floor closet was unbelievable. Thank you Donna so much for your generosity and hospitality. Hikers are lucky to have you at the IMYH. Hope to see you again!
HI - Bank Street Hostel in Philadelphia … Perfect location, summer curfew is great (two-thirty a.m.), movies at nine p.m., internet, large common rooms. The guy at the desk was very helpful. Bathrooms and dormroom were very clean with four showers in the female dorm, I don't know about the male dorm. I could have done without a couple of the people staying there (kept opening the emergency door at three a.m.). My only complaint is the mirror in the females' bathroom, was placed too high on the wall -- a bunch of us could not even see it while standing on tiptoes.
HI - Newtown, Tyler State Park Hostel in Newtown … For all of the simple folk out there, including those who love simple quiet country experiences at extraordinary simple prices, $18 to $24 per person per night -- this is a bit of heaven. I am a social worker who loves to travel, but can not afford $150 Bed and Breakfast or hotel costs. This lodging is a cross between camping and college dorming, but it's location is in country woods heaven. It is Bucks County at its best. Dark nights with only the sounds of night birds. Horse paths with affordable horse rentals nearby. A covered bridge. The accommodations include dormitory style lodging in an old stone farm house. It smelled of fireplace wood and musty couches and something reminded me of my youth in Appalachia. If you are lucky, you may find yourself in a room alone, as my daughter and I did. Ok, it was our first time and we were on edge the first night. Sleeping next door to strangers in a house was a new experience. Well it isn't anymore. In fact, it can be a great way to meet…
HI - Philadelphia, Chamounix Mansion Hostel in Philadelphia … It was my first experience in a hostel in U.S.A. I really liked this hostel. With international student ID or Student advantage card, you get fifteen percent off. The receptionist guy, who has been working there for six years, was really helpful. The hostel does not provide any food/cafes but there are some vending machines and you can always order food. The hostel is ten minutes walk from bus station. It is in the end of the park, if you have a lot of luggage, keep this in mind. The rooms were very clean. Overall, I really had a good experience.
HI - Newtown, Tyler State Park Hostel in Newtown … Tyler YH is set in a gorgeous part of Pennsylvania. The managers couldn't be more helpful, obliging and accommodating. The bunk beds are new and comfortable. It's a relaxing atmosphere. I've stayed here at least a dozen times. There are hiking trails and cycling trails.
HI - Pocono Hostel in Cresco … What a shame that this place closed!! Great wooded location with babbling brook right outside the window. The whole place was so comfy and cozy! Darn, I hope it reopens soon!
HI - Bank Street Hostel in Philadelphia … very nice and easy going hostel in the center of Philly. The employees at the reception were both very nice friendly and easygoing. They helped us with everyghing starting the places to see and ending with good clubs to go to! The hostel itself is located in a good area close to the old important sites. Inside is cool kind of club atmosphere, no rush, no stress. I liked this place a lot.
HI - Bank Street Hostel in Philadelphia … The overall conditions of the hostel is extremely good when comparing to what I have paid. Moreover, the guy running the hostel is very nice and cute. Totally, I am extremely satisfied.
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