Hostel Collection (#12)

Laying the foundation stone, Baden Powell House, London
Scene during the laying of the foundation stone for the new Baden Powell House in Queens Gate, South Kensington, London. The site was acquired in 1956, and Ralph Tubbs was appointed architect

Trowel, Baden Powell House, South Kensington, London
The trowel used by Lady Olave Baden Powell in 1959 when she laid the foundation stone for the new Baden Powell House in Queens Gate, South Kensington, London

Blind soldiers at St. Dunstans, WW1
A cheerful group of blind soldiers pictured at St. Dunstans hostel, Regents Park, London. St. Dunstan s, near Hanover Gate in the park, set up by Mr. C

Lily Elsie with blinded soldiers at St. Dunstan s
Actress Lily Elsie (Mrs Ian Bullough) pictured at St. Dunstans Hostel for Blinded Soldiers at Regents Park in 1917. In the left hand picture she prepares to go afloat as cox with a blind rowing crew

St. Dunstans Bazaar at the Albert Hall, WW1
Ladies pose by the stall run by actress Miss Lily Elsie (Mrs Ian Bullough) at the Albert Hall in aid of the funds of St. Dunstans Hostel for blinded soldiers

Hostel for Girls 1920S
A trendy group of young women having tea around a table at a hostel in Paris, France. Date: late 1920s

Homeless Hostel 1930S
A hostel for the homeless at Stanford-le-Hope, Essex, England, showing men cleaning windows and scrubbing the doorstep under the supervision of a lady. Date: early 1930s

Hostel Lodgers 1930S
Smart but homeless : some of the young men who ended up at a hostel for down-and-outs, Stanford-le-Hope, Essex, England. Date: early 1930s

Vessel for the Homeless
This ordinary looking vessel is actually a floating hotel (or hostel) for tramps and the homeless. Date: 1930s

Cuba, Havana, Havana Vieja, Convento de Santa Clara convent

Night view of Old Town Lijiang Gate with star, Yunnan province, China
The Old Town of Lijiang is a popular tourist destination of Asia

View of the Pest-Houses at Tothill Fields engraved by Charles Pye, 1796 (engraving)
XJF406215 View of the Pest-Houses at Tothill Fields engraved by Charles Pye, 1796 (engraving) by Dayes, Edward (1763-1804) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

EDINBURGH: The White Horse Hostel, Scotland, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom
The White Horse Hostel, Edinburgh and the South Lowlands, Scotland, Great Britain, UK, U.K. Britain, British, Europe, United Kingdom, European, 19th century engraving

House of Rest (woodcut) (b / w photo)
XJF277682 House of Rest (woodcut) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: A man should hardly find four pieces of pewter in a farmers house; ); English, out of copyright

The Boars Head Inn, King Street, Westminster, 1858 (w / c on paper)
XCF267487 The Boars Head Inn, King Street, Westminster, 1858 (w/c on paper) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; English, out of copyright

The Old Vine Inn, Aldersgate Street, 1855 (w / c on paper)
XCF267474 The Old Vine Inn, Aldersgate Street, 1855 (w/c on paper) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; English, out of copyright

An Eating House, 1859 (oil on canvas)
BAL266337 An Eating House, 1859 (oil on canvas) by Popov, Andrei Andreevich (1832-96); 81x111 cm; Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Interior of a Dutch Tavern (oil on panel)
XIR232606 Interior of a Dutch Tavern (oil on panel) by Bega, Cornelis (1620-64); 39x35 cm; Musee de l Hotel Sandelin, Saint-Omer, France; Dutch, out of copyright

Soldiers at Rest in an Inn (oil on canvas)
XIR222743 Soldiers at Rest in an Inn (oil on canvas) by Michelin, Jean (1623-96); 87x121 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; (add.info.: Soldats au repos dans une auberge; ); French, out of copyright

Dance in the inn, Adriaen van Ostade, 1650-1654

View of the mens hostel in Haarlem, The Netherlands, Romeyn de Hooghe, 1688 - 1689

Fishermen from the Island of Marken (oil on canvas)
XIR216496 Fishermen from the Island of Marken (oil on canvas) by Tenkate, Herman Frederik Carel (1822-91); Musee d Art Thomas Henry, Cherbourg

Interior of a Night Shelter for Poor Women, 1850-60 (engraving)
XIR168610 Interior of a Night Shelter for Poor Women, 1850-60 (engraving) by Gault, A. (fl.1850-60); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Robat-e Zayn al-Din Caravanserai, built by the Safavid government of Kerman on the Silk Road, Yazd, Iran

Vanderbilt Coach
22nd April 1907: The Vanderbilt coach Meteor drives past the YMCA in Crawley, West Sussex on its first voyage to Brighton. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Black and White, diry 18586, J1687493, H / MIS / RELF / INSTITUTIONS / 1850-1919, charitable foundation
The Strangers Home for Asiatics, Africans, and South Sea Islanders in West India Dock Road, Limehouse, east London, 1857. The home was built by missionary societies to provide temporary accommodation

Black and White, diry 18586, J1687493, H / MIS / RELF / INSTITUTIONS / 1850-1919, charitable foundation
Prince Albert (1819 - 1861, centre, right) lays the foundation stone of the Strangers Home for Asiatics, Africans, and South Sea Islanders in West India Dock Road, Limehouse, east London

Black and White, diry 18586, J1687493, H / MIS / RELF / INSTITUTIONS / 1850-1919, charitable foundation
Residents at the Strangers Home for Asiatics, Africans, and South Sea Islanders in West India Dock Road, Limehouse, east London, 1870

Father Ferrand and his students - Catholic Hostel, Tokyo
Father Claudius Ferrand and his students - Catholic Hostel, Koishikawa, Myogadani, 17 Tokyo Japan. Date: circa 1907

The Church Army Building - Emergency Hotel for Women, London, England

Cuba, Havana. Yellow Valencia Hostal wall and architecture

Cuba, Trinidad, colonial village. Colorful street scene

At the Mary Macarthur Holiday Home for Working Women in Ongar in Essex, haymaking gets under way. 22 July 1924

Volley ball and hostel at this lively surf vibe beach north of San Juan del Sur, Playa Maderas, San Juan del Sur, Rivas, Nicaragua, Central America

Entrance of a hostel in the old town of Lijiang, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Yunnan, China, Asia

EDINBURGH: The White Horse Hostel, Scotland, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom
The White Horse Hostel, Edinburgh and the South Lowlands, Scotland, Great Britain, UK, U.K. Britain, British, Europe, United Kingdom, European, 19th century engraving

Salvation Army Hostel - new arrival
A new arrival is greeted by a member of staff at a London Salvation Army Hostel. Date: 1938

Salvation Army Hostel - Lights Out
Lights out time in a dormitory at a London Salvation Army Hostel. The bedspreads are marked with a Salvation Army insignia. Date: 1938

Salvation Army Hostel - getting a bed ticket

Salvation Army Hostel - Free Shave from Army Barber
A man gets a free shave from an Army barber at a London Salvation Army Hostel. Date: 1938

Salvation Army Hostel - Foot-washing
Men wash their feet in foot-baths at a London Salvation Army Hostel. Date: 1938

Salvation Army Hostel - Evening Service
Men, in varying states of consciousness, attend an evening service at a London Salvation Army Hostel. Date: 1938

Salvation Army Hostel - Evening Meal
Men sit at tables for their evening meal at a London Salvation Army Hostel. Date: 1938

Argentina, Mendoza Province, Puente del Inca. Mountain refugio hut

Hogsback, Amatola, South Africa. A quaint hotel location in the Hogsback mountains. It is called Away with the Faries

Hogsback, Eastern Cape, Amatole Mountains, South Africa. Away With The Faries hostel in Hogsback

TAVERN IN A HOSTELRY. The interior of a workmens hostel. Engraving after a French woodcut of 1517

SCOTLAND: HOSTEL. The White Horse Hostel. Wood engraving, 19th century

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"Unveiling the Untold Stories: A Journey through Hostels" Step into the past and embark on a captivating journey as we explore the intriguing world of hostels. From war-torn landscapes to bustling city streets, these humble abodes have witnessed countless tales that shaped history. During World War II, a map of Beirut, Lebanon adorned with military locations served as a crucial guide for brave soldiers seeking refuge in hostels amidst chaos. Meanwhile, at Mount Pleasant Hotel in Kings Cross, London, weary travelers found solace after long journeys across vast distances. Transporting us further back in time, an enchanting scene unfolds on Borough High Street in 1904. Horse-drawn vehicles and barrows paint a vivid picture of bustling life surrounding early hostels - hubs of activity where stories were shared and friendships forged. Tanners Hatch Hostel stands as a testament to resilience amidst nature's embrace. Nestled away from urban chaos, this sanctuary offers tranquility amid lush surroundings – an idyllic escape from everyday life. In Pontardawe, Glamorgan, Wales lies the Union workhouse turned hostel - witness to both hardship and hope. Here lives were transformed as individuals sought shelter within its walls during times of adversity. Cranny Falls Hostel invites adventurers to immerse themselves in Northern Ireland's breathtaking beauty. Located in Country Antrim's White Park Bay region, it serves as a gateway to discover hidden gems along rugged coastlines and experience warm hospitality firsthand. Perched high upon Blue Mountain Peak Trail lies Whitfield Hall Mountain Refuge; an oasis for hikers seeking respite amidst challenging terrains. This haven provides shelter while offering awe-inspiring views over Jamaica's majestic Blue Mountains. Rowton House in Camden holds echoes of yesteryears when Salvation Army elevators transported guests between floors with grace and efficiency - embodying their mission to provide comfort for those less fortunate.