The Definitive Guide to Hostels in the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii Hostels U.S.A. is the definitive hostel guide. Providing the inside scoop on hostels throughout the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii, this indispensable resource makes planning your trip a snap. Whether you're looking to party or just want a clean, quiet, affordable place to crash, Paul Karr and his traveling contributors--along with dozens of hostellers interviewed for their comments and thoughts--tell it like it is with candid descriptions and unique, at-a-glance ratings. You'll learn how to get there by car, train, bus, bike, or on foot--but most importantly, you'll get the lowdown on: Cleanliness Party potential Safety Hospitality The hostel's "gestalt" What to see and do in the area.