Lagarto Hostel Tenerife

For someone who had never experienced solo travel prior to my time here, I had no idea what to expect. I was someone who saw hostels as a big no no simply because it went beyond the norm and would push me out of my comfort zone. Well, I can damn well be sure that my experience here has really opened my eyes to how comfortable it really can be. All the people here were amazing. The volunteer staff were superb at accommodating and genuinely cared about the experience of everyone. Also plenty of opportunity to mix with other travellers who were all equally kind. Rooms and beds were, well, as you'd expect for a hostel, a place to sleep and keep your personal belongings. Plenty of wall outlets to charge your devices right next to your bed. Bed sheets cleaned regularly and no issues with bed bugs unlike other hostels. Two bathrooms with showers too, so fighting for an opportunity to use them wasn't much of a concern. The kitchen has adequate space for you to have a small selection of both dry and chilled goods. Well equipped too, so the "chefs" out there should be able to cook up most things. Free tea and coffee is also a nice plus. The location is a little out of way, so be prepared to walk to at least the nearest shop or bus stop if you aren't hiring a vehicle. On that point, plenty of parking there, had no issues with there being too many cars for the space at least during the time I was here. Overall, I can't recommend you stay here enough. I'd be surprised if anyone were to have a bad experience bar maybe sleep... that's something I feel may be the norm in mixed bedrooms 😅