I wish I could clap more than 50 for this article, each point so heartbreakingly true for those who learnt them the hard way. I've learnt all these lessons as a solo traveller the hard way.....I've elaborated upon a few more points regarding hostels in two of my articles:

1.) Recounting The Culture Shocks That Chronicled My First Hostel Experience: https://medium.com/@coffeeintrospection/recounting-the-culture-shocks-that-chronicled-my-first-hostel-experience-c4bce5b60a9f

And,

2.) Six Reasons Why Hostels Might Not Be Your Cup Of Tea: https://medium.com/@coffeeintrospection/six-reasons-why-hostels-might-not-be-your-cup-of-tea-e318f80d148b