In a quirkily decorated Goral-style house, this spirited place has 20 dorm beds and a private double, all with pine floors and kept nicely clean. Beyond tip-top trail advice and a weekly group hike, perks include kitchen, laundry and onesies to rent for the weekly pizza outing (better experienced than explained). Bonus companions include a friendly dog (and less-friendly cat).
Ginger Monkey Hostel
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