I'm assuming it's nothing like those movies

[effex]

Hey, folks! A question - does anyone here have any advice re: staying in hostels? I'm poking around the internet for tips and tricks (and will eventually remember to check my copy of Wanderlust and Lipstick), but firsthand experience is always a plus.

Relatedly - holy shit, hotels in DC are expensive.

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[sinatra]

Uh...bring earplugs (and an eyemask?) if you aren't a heavy sleeper, bring an extra lock if you're paranoid, check and see if they have rooms that aren't co-ed, if that's going to make you uncomfortable...brush up on your "Hello! I don't understand the language you're speaking, but good morning to you too!" smile. That's really all I've got.

[effex]

Ooh, thank you! Especially re: the extra lock, I would have totally spaced on that.

Single-sex rooms are definitely a requirement, oh yes.