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By choosing a hostel you can reduce your spending on lodging and save more of your money for fun things to do during your stay. You can enjoy activities like skiing, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.

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

While you’re deciding on where to stay, check out this top Truckee hostel: Redlight Historic Bunk Hotel and Speakeasy - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Truckee Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You’ll find towels, showers, and free toiletries in all rooms.

Good weather’s always better 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 temp of 62°F, while the coldest months are December and February with an average of 30°F. The snowiest months in Truckee are March, February, January, and April, with each month seeing an average of 29 inches of snowfall.

Generally, Truckee is known for its skiing, mountain views, and snowboarding. Top attractions include Northstar California Resort and Palisades Tahoe. Get out into nature with places like Donner Lake, Truckee River, and Donner Memorial State Park. Cultural attractions include Old Jail Museum, Truckee Gallery, and Emigrant Trail Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in Truckee on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Truckee, CA (TKF-Truckee Tahoe), located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from the city center. An alternative is Reno Tahoe Intl. Airport (RNO), which is 25 mi (40.2 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. If you’re hoping to see more of the surrounding area, make your way to Truckee Station to hop on a train.