How to Say "youth hostel" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “youth hostel” is “albergue” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Dormimos en un albergue juvenil para ahorrar dinero.
We slept in a youth hostel to save money.
El albergue de peregrinos tiene literas y una cocina común.
The pilgrims' hostel has bunk beds and a communal kitchen.
He reservado dos plazas en el albergue del próximo pueblo.
I have reserved two spots in the hostel in the next town.
Identifying Gender
Even though it ends in 'e', this word is masculine. Always use 'el' or 'un'.
Adding Specifics
To say what kind of hostel it is, just add 'de' followed by the group it serves, like 'albergue de estudiantes'.
Hostal vs. Albergue
Mistake: “Using 'albergue' for a private budget hotel.”
Correction: In Spanish, a 'hostal' is usually a cheap hotel with private rooms, while an 'albergue' usually means shared dorms and bunk beds.
Related Translations
Learn Spanish with Inklingo
Interactive stories, personalized learning, and more.