Choose accommodation that keeps you safe
Your accommodation is the foundation of every safe solo trip. Our 15-point vetting system and community-verified picks ensure you always have a secure, comfortable base to return to.
Vet any accommodation before you book
Work through our 15-point checklist for any hotel, hostel, or rental. The more items you can tick, the safer your stay will be.
Accommodation Safety Checklist
Check each item as you verify it through reviews, the property website, or by asking the accommodation directly.
Red flags, yellow flags, and green lights
🚩 Red Flags — Don't Book
- No reviews at all, or only reviews from the past 2 months
- Host refuses to provide address before booking
- Payment requested outside the official platform
- Photos show no security on windows or doors
- Multiple reviews mentioning noise, harassment, or unwanted entry
- Listed in areas your safety map marks as high-risk
⚠️ Yellow Flags — Investigate First
- No female-specific reviews — search specifically for these
- Check-in via lockbox only — no staff interaction possible
- Reviews mention thin walls or doors without proper locks
- Located far from public transport (potential isolation risk)
- Inconsistent review scores — investigate the negative ones
- No mention of safety features in property description
✓ Green Lights — Book with Confidence
- Multiple positive reviews explicitly from solo female travelers
- 24-hour staffed reception with phone contact available
- Central location in a verified safe neighborhood
- Detailed security description in property listing
- Superhost / highly rated property with 100+ reviews
- Women-specific amenities (private lockers, female dormitories)
💚 Bonus Safety Features
- Explicitly listed as a female-friendly or women-only option
- SecureHer community-verified and recommended
- In-house women's common room or lounge
- Reception staff speak English or your language
- Lockers in dormitory rooms with individual combinations
- Partnered with local women's safety networks
Which type is right for your trip?
Hotels (3–5 Star)
Best security infrastructure, 24-hour reception, room service. Higher cost but maximum peace of mind. Ideal for unfamiliar or higher-risk destinations.
Women-Only Hostels
The gold standard for solo female travelers. Community of other solo women, shared safety culture, budget-friendly, and often located centrally with excellent security.
Mixed Hostels
Great for meeting people. Always request female-only or private dorms. Vet security features carefully — lockers, CCTV, and 24-hour staff are non-negotiable.
Guesthouses & B&Bs
Personal service and local knowledge make these a fantastic choice. Vet the host carefully — family-run properties often provide the warmest, safest environments.
Airbnb / Short-Term Rentals
Excellent value, but requires the most vetting. Read every review, check host verification, never pay off-platform, and always confirm the exact address before arrival.
Couchsurfing / Home Stays
Can be wonderful — but requires the most due diligence. Use only verified platforms, meet in public first, share host details with contacts, and trust your instincts always.