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Hostels in Athens, Greece

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Popular hostels in Athens

Discover well-known properties in Athens that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 11,739 hotels in Athens and price data was last updated on 9 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Athens is £24/night.
These hostels are among the most popular places to stay for users visiting Athens. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Athens.
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38, Diligianni Str., Athens, Greece
Hotel Neos Olympos is located in Athens and offers guests free Wi-Fi. It also provides a concierge, an express check-in and check-out feature and a 24-hour reception.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
6.2
Good
18 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
Mavromichali 47, Athens, Greece
Located in Central Athens, Nubian Hostel is a short walk to several local attractions, including National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Guests can also take advantage of free Wi-Fi throughout their stay.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
1009 reviews
Location
0.5 mi from city centre
Menandrou 25, Athens, Greece
Located in Central Athens, Athens Hawks is within walking distance of several local attractions, including National Bank of Greece, Ermou Street and Omonia Square. It offers a communal kitchen and complimentary Wi-Fi access.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
2443 reviews
Location
0.2 mi from city centre
12, Makri St., Athens, Greece
Located in Central Athens, this hostel is just a short stroll from the Acropolis of Athens and Parthenon Temple. Guests can also make the most of complimentary internet access in all areas.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
1960 reviews
Location
1.0 mi from city centre
16 Sarri, Psirri, Athens, Greece
City Circus Athens provides a comfortable setting when in Athens. It also offers a 24-hour reception, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
1591 reviews
Location
0.3 mi from city centre
Methonis 13, Athens, Greece
Located in Central Athens, the hostel is a short stroll to several local tourist attractions, including National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, a terrace and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
883 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
Evmolpidon 24 & Triptolemou 18, Athens, Greece
Located in Central Athens, Bed Station Athens is within walking distance of several local tourist attractions, including Kerameikos Archaeological Site and Athinais Culture Center. It also offers free wireless internet.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
1152 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 9 May 2024.
Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:September
Average price in Athens:£24/night
Cheapest price found:£8/night
Cheapest day:Saturday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
£9 - £59
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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 11,739 properties in Athens and data was last updated on 9 May 2024.
Some of the very best Athens hostels as rated by our users. Skim through hostel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.
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6 Pittakou, Athens, Greece
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£32
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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. Zeus Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Athens. Price data was last updated on 9 May 2024
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Athens for the selected dates. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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27 Sofokleous, Athens, Greece
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£14
Avg. per night
104 Ermou & 1 Karaiskaki, Athens, Greece
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£16
Avg. per night
Kritiou 30, Athens, Greece
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£16
Avg. per night
Kapodistriou Str. 4, Athens, Greece
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£17
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Athens, Greece
0.4 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
£20
Avg. per night
25 Nileos, Athens, Greece
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£22
Avg. per night
11 Poliklitou, Athens, Greece
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
£23
Avg. per night

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 9 May 2024.
We've come across the following hostels in Athens with different price and hostel class options. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
38, Diligianni Str., Athens, Greece
10 Gkyilfordou, Athens, Greece
11 Poliklitou, Athens, Greece
4 stars
4 stars +
16 Sarri, Psirri, Athens, Greece

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Other accommodations in Athens

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Athens. There are 11,739 properties in Athens and price data was last updated on 9 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Athens is £24/night.
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1 Odisseos Str., Athens, Greece
0.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£117
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139 Solonos & Patousa, Athens, Greece
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£58
Avg. per night
75 Eolou & Evripidou, Athens, Greece
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£160
Avg. per night
Athens, Greece
0.3 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£45
Avg. per night
Athens, Greece
0.5 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£108
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Athens

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Athens to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 9 May 2024.
Whether you're visiting Athens for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. More information on a given hostel can be accessed by clicking the hostel's name within the map.

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 9 May 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Athens?

    The average price for a hostel in Athens is £25/night. A good hostel deal in Athens would be for £24/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £8/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in September, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in October is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Athens.

  • What’s the best hostel in Athens?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Athens, City Circus Athens is currently the best, based on 1,591 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 9.1/10.

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

    The Student & Travellers Inn is 11.8 mi away from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport, making it the closest Athens hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

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

    While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Athens, 4% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Plaka in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Athens Backpackers is our most popular hostel in this area.

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

    The most popular hostel in Athens that’s close to Acropolis is Safestay Athens Monastiraki. Just 0.4 mi separate Safestay Athens Monastiraki from Acropolis, the city’s most popular attraction. 1,477 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Safestay Athens Monastiraki a score of 7.9/10.

  • Should I stay in a Athens hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Athens on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Athens offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

  • Does Athens have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    8 hostels in Athens currently have “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Pella Inn Hostel, which is the most popular hostel in Athens with this amenity.

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