Coming in a close second on the importance scale is feeling out the type of traveler you and your companions are. Once you decipher the level of comfort each traveler is looking for, you should be able to pick the accommodations that best suit your needs, and most importantly, your budget. When you are booking a hotel, try to find out how many stars it has. You should be able to gauge a lot simply by looking at the lobby and the surrounding area. Word of mouth is often the best way to find suitable accommodations, so ask your fellow travelers or even locals what they think.
Hostels are the mainstay of any budget traveler.
If you are planning on backpacking, then you will more than likely be a guest at one of these establishments. Hostels are humble, dorm-like accommodations. For a little extra, you may be able to get your own room. Her personal favorites were the hostels she found in the Land Down Under. You almost can t go wrong with almost any of them, she remarked.