Apple Hostels

Top choice in Philadelphia


The Old City's best hostel is hidden down an alley and spans both sides of the street. The apple-green color scheme fits the name, but this Hosteling International–affiliated place is also strong on details: two spotless kitchens, lounges and a library, plus power outlets in lockers, USB ports and reading lights at every bed, free coffee and earplugs.

There are male, female and coed dorms, plus eight private rooms. The friendly staff run nightly activities such as walking tours, pasta nights and a Thursday bar crawl.


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