Before booking a room, do some research on the area.
Hostels are a great place to meet new people and have an amazing time most of the time. If you don’t, you’ll find yourself in a dangerous situation. In any event, they probably did a lot of research. They took the time to learn about the area before deciding on their hostels.
If you’re considering staying at a hostel, ask other guests about the area’s nightlife before making your reservation. Is the area completely empty? How many strange and shady individuals can be found on the streets? A lot of trouble can be avoided by doing this!