Hostels are upping their efforts to win over youth, adding private rooms and more services to gain greater appeal as they expand nationwide. After finding that the term ‘hostel’ is a turnoff to ...

Once a niche market for frugal backpackers, hostels are becoming a popular form of alternative lodging. No longer just rows of bunk beds, many hostels now offer private rooms and luxury features like ...

Photo Credit: Element Hotels, a Marriott International brand, has created Studio Commons, four private guest rooms with a shared kitchen and living room. This is the Element Scottsdale and Skysong.

Editor’s Note: Prices shown reflect nightly rates per person in shared rooms. They are based on reserving a bed one month in advance. Rates fluctuate during different times of the year.