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Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for going out. You’ll find sporting events and more activities to enjoy while you’re here.

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few shapes and sizes, but they have a few things in common, including low prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

While you’re deciding on where to stay, take a look at this top Waterloo hostel: Backpacker College at Wilfrid Laurier University - Located within a 5-minute walk of Wilfrid Laurier University. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and an indoor pool. Rooms come with free toiletries.

The weather is important when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of -3°C. Average annual precipitation for Waterloo is 1017 mm.

Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore these things around Waterloo. Get out into nature with places such as RIM Park, Waterloo Park and Laurel Creek Conservation Area. Cultural attractions include Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, Earth Sciences Museum and Brubacher House Museum. Visit landmarks such as Waterloo Visitor & Heritage Information Centre.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Waterloo on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.), 6.9 mi (11.1 km) away from the city centre. Another option is Hamilton, ON (YHM-John C. Munro Hamilton Intl.), which is 36.6 mi (58.9 km) away.