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Popular hostels in Athens

Discover well-known properties in Athens that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 12,580 hotels in Athens and price data was last updated on July 25, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Athens is $26/night.
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27 Sofokleous, Athens, Greece
Zeus Hostel is centrally located, 300 metres from Monastiraki Metro Station. Guests can enjoy drinks and beers at the on-site bar. Free Wi-Fi in public areas and communal computers are provided. Zeus offer private rooms or beds in a dormitory. All simply furnished rooms come with heating and a shared bathroom with shower. Several bars and restaurants can be found within a short walk from the property. The 24-hour staff can advise on local attractions, such as the lively Plaka and Thiseio areas, at 350 metres.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
7.0
Good
2171 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
104 Ermou & 1 Karaiskaki, Athens, Greece
Pella Inn is just a 2-minute walk from Monastiraki Square with several restaurants, bars and the famous Athens flea market. It offers a roof-top bar enjoying views of the Acropolis Hill and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Guests can choose among a variety of accommodation types, from private rooms to single beds, with or without a shared bathroom. All rooms are bright and air conditioned. Some also come with a balcony. Due to Pella Inn Hostel’s central position, guests have easy access to public transport. The 24-hour staff can advise on local attractions, such as the Acropolis Museum at 800 metres and Syntagma Square at 1.5 km.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
3745 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
16 Sarri, Psirri, Athens, Greece
City Circus Athens features a rooftop terrace and a bar-restaurant, just 300 metres from Thission area and within 350 metres from Monastiraki Metro Station. Housed in a neoclassical building, the property offers air-conditioned accommodation with free Wi-Fi. Fitted with wooden floors, the rooms of City Circus are simply decorated. Each soundproofed unit features a private or a shared bathroom with shower. Lockers are available in all room types. Guests can start their day with a buffet breakfast served daily at the stylish, all-day Zampano bistrot upon charge. Restaurants, bars and super markets can be found within a short walk of the property. City Circus Athens is located in the lively Psirri Region and within 200 metres from Ermou shopping district. The Acropolis Museum is at 1 km, while Filopappou Hill is 3 km away. Staff at the front desk can arrange bicycle rental.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
1728 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
Methonis 13, Athens, Greece
Centrally located in Athens, Athens Quinta offers vintage accommodation with a shared kitchen and shared lounge area, and a charming furnished courtyard. It provides free WiFi throughout and it is just a 10-minute walk from Syntagma Square. Each room here will provide you with air conditioning, wardrobe, lockers and towels. Shared bathrooms with showers are also available. Some rooms overlook the pedestrian street and others the garden. The hostel is 3 km away from the Acropolis. At just 20 metres from the property, there is a bus stop, while Panepistimio Metro Station is 500 metres away. Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is 40 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
976 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
11 Poliklitou, Athens, Greece
Conveniently located in the heart of Athens, Bedbox Hostel is just steps from hip bars and restaurants. It has a 24-hour front desk, an industrial-style lounge and a shared kitchen with coffee machine, kettle and fridge. Free WiFi access is offered throughout. The rooms and dormitory rooms at Bedbox are air conditioned, and most provide access to a shared bathroom. Some open out to a private terrace. Monastiraki Square is 500 metres from the hostel, while Ermou Street-Shopping Area is 400 metres away. Elefthérios Venizélos Airport is 37 km from the property.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.9
Excellent
2498 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
Agias Theklas 10, Athens, Greece
Located in the heart of Athens, just beneath the Acropolis, Safestay Athens Monastiraki is within walking distance of most attractions and offers stunning views of the Acropolis from its rooftop terrace. Safestay Athens Monastiraki provides guests with a comfortable base when visiting the Greek capital. Enjoy breakfast on our terrace. While you marvel at views of the Acropolis, the attentive staff can arrange a tour or rental car. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and Ensuite. Check your mails via free wireless internet or treat yourself to a drink from the rooftop bar or in the lounge. Guests also have the option to book a table on their very own terrace and have a unique candlelight dinner delivered. You are free to use the computer at the basement lounge, while safety deposit boxes can be used upon charge. Safestay Athens Monastiraki is situated in the vibrant Psirri district of Athens, close to a variety of bars, restaurants and nightclubs.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
1700 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
Mavromichali 47, Athens, Greece
Nubian Hostel is located in the heart of Athens, between the upmarket Kolonaki and the alternative Exarchia districts and a 10-minute walk from Panepistimio Metro Station. The modernly decorated hostel features an internal furnished courtyard, a shared lounge area and a vending machine. Fitted with parquet floors and lively colours, the rooms and the dormitory rooms at Nubian Hostel come with air conditioning and a wardrobe. Some include en-suite, shared bathrooms, while certain units have a balcony. Free WiFi access is offered throughout the property. Guests will find a variety of bars and restaurants within a short walk of the property, while Syntagma Square can be reached within a 15-minute walk. Byzantine Museum is at a distance of 1.5 km. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos Airport, 35 km from Nubian Hostel.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
1037 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
Evmolpidon 24 & Triptolemou 18, Athens, Greece
Well set in the centre of Athens, Iconic Athens Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.6 km from Monastiraki Railway Station, 1.6 km from Monastiraki Square and 1.3 km from Temple of Hephaestus. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and organising tours for guests. All units include a private bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available daily at the hostel. Popular points of interest near Iconic Athens Hostel include Kerameikos Metro Station, Gazi - Technopoli and Monastiraki Metro Station. The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos, 34 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
1239 reviews
Location
0.9 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Athens

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Athens. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on July 25, 2024.
Cheapest month:December
Most expensive month:November
Average price in Athens:$26/night
Cheapest price found:$12/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Monday
$12 - $39
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$19 - $47
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Athens hostels

Browse through properties in Athens that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 12,580 properties in Athens and data was last updated on July 25, 2024.
Our users rated these Athens hostels among the best places to stay. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.
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12, Makri St., Athens, Greece
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$44
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Cheapest hostels in Athens, Greece

Discover affordable stays in Athens that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Athens can be found for as low as $14 per night. There is currently one property in Athens that can be booked for this price. Pagration Youth Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Athens. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2024
These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Athens at the moment. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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Damareos 75, Athens, Greece
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$14
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Kritiou 30, Athens, Greece
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$18
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Kapodistriou Str. 4, Athens, Greece
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$20
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25 Nileos, Athens, Greece
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$28
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Menandrou 25, Athens, Greece
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$30
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Hostel prices in Athens

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Athens to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Athens at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2024.
Some of the best options for booking a hostel in Athens categorized by hostel class. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
2 stars and under
11 Poliklitou, Athens, Greece
12, Makri St., Athens, Greece
3 stars

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Other accommodations in Athens

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Athens. There are 12,580 properties in Athens and price data was last updated on July 25, 2024. The average price for a hotel in Athens is $26/night.
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79 Megalou Alexandrou, Athens, Greece
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$122
Avg. per night
75 Eolou & Evripidou, Athens, Greece
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$222
Avg. per night
Athens, Greece
0.5 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
$47
Avg. per night
1 Odisseos Str., Athens, Greece
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$159
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Athens

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Athens to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on July 25, 2024.
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Facts about staying in Athens

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Athens to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on July 25, 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Athens?

    On average, it’s $26/night for a hostel in Athens, though $23/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $12/night in Athens. Try to avoid booking your hostel in May (the most expensive month). Booking in December (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Athens?

    Based on our data, Bedbox Hostel is the best Athens hostel, with a rating of 8.9/10 from 2,498 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Athens that aren’t far from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport, then the closest one is Pagration Youth Hostel, which is 10.9 mi away.

  • What area of Athens is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Athens, 1% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Plaka in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. 26 Amalias is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Athens closest to Acropolis?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Acropolis while in Athens, then opt for the popular Athens Backpackers with a 8.2/10 review score from 2,030 users. The distance from Acropolis to Athens Backpackers is 0.3 mi.

  • Should I stay in a Athens hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Athens is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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