I generally prefer to use the Lonely Planet guides (which I have to pay more for to receive in PDF format than I would for a paper copy - what's up with that??!), but I travel on my own and thus prefer a sociable place over other concerns like nice facilities.
You'd probably be best served by going to highly rated places according to hostelworld.com and the like. High ratings on there will generally mean it's couple friendly, new-ish facilities, etc., though not necessarily always the best place to meet others or imbibe.
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