Honestly, reading the reviews is the best way to go. Here you’re going to get the advice of maybe 2-3 people, there you get hundreds. I know hostelz.com has independent in-depth reviews of lots of hostels in addition to visitor’s reviews, I suggest checking those out as well.

If i am honest I’m not too sure abut great hostels to tough but i do know of great bed and breakfasts where you can meet fantastic people traveling like yourself and at affordable prices if your still looking?

A train hostel for Amsterdam that’s for sure, the place is fun, clean and cool. It is interesting as pople from all over the world each friday gather in “the train’s“bar. I met so many interesting poeple out there. But, surely if you are looking for a place where you can only sleep and rest train is not for you, cause i think it is too loud^)