Trinidad was first explored by Spanish and Mexican traders, who liked its proximity to the Santa Fe Trail. It was founded after coal was discovered in the region, in 1862; this led to an influx of immigrants, eager to capitalize on this important natural resource. By the late 1860s, the town had about 1,200 residents.
hostel â(plural hostels) 1  A commercial overnight lodging place, with dormitory accommodation and shared facilities, especially a youth hostel. ( 2 not US) A temporary refuge for the homeless providing a bed and sometimes food. ( obsolete) A small, unendowed college in Oxford or Cambridge.
Also called youth hostel. an inexpensive, supervised lodging place for young people on bicycle trips, hikes, etc. 2. British. a residence hall at a university. 3. an inn. verb (used without object), hosteled, hosteling or (especially British) hostelled, hostelling. 4. to travel, lodging each night at a hostel.