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Our top choices for Athens hostels

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Retroverse Eccentric Stay

Retroverse Eccentric Stay
Athens City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Good stay, clean and quiet "
United States
Mikayla
The price is AED 313
AED 356 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Retroverse Eccentric Stay
View from property

Athens Backpackers

Athens Backpackers
Athens City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (74 reviews)
The price is AED 580
AED 673 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Athens Backpackers
Garden view

Nubian Hostel

Nubian Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Staff was great, also met a lot of cool people here."
United States
Ronald
The price is AED 255
AED 291 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Nubian Hostel
Standard Double Room, Balcony | Balcony

Dioskouros Hostel

Dioskouros Hostel
Athens City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (76 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and the location was very walkable to all of the tourist attractions and dining options. "
United States
Nikkole
The price is AED 324
AED 377 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Dioskouros Hostel
Luxury Villa | Living area | Printers

Pink Mango Hostel

Pink Mango Hostel
Athens City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4 reviews)
"Amazing people, great location, place is brand new. Jacuzzi and rooftop terrace is lovely. Maria is awesome! If it is full or close to full, it can be 20 people sharing 2 showers. Downstairs private suite shares bathroom with men’s dorm and is adjacent to smoking area, which is not ideal. Doorbell rings many times through the night. Just things to know. Uber is $50euro from airport. "
Canada
Anonymous traveler
The price is AED 241
AED 275 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Pink Mango Hostel
Exterior

Baloo Hostel

Baloo Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Beautiful accomodation with comfortable beds, friendly staff, and a great atmosphere. "
Australia
Nikolas
The price is AED 221
AED 252 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Baloo Hostel
Terrace/patio

Mosaikon - Hostel

Mosaikon - Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (117 reviews)
"Great place to stay. It was central to everything, easy to go on foot. The room was clean."
Belgium
Joy
The price is AED 416
AED 474 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Mosaikon - Hostel
Cafe

Athens Hub Hostel

Athens Hub Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"good location, good stuff ."
United States
Chun Ru
The price is AED 312
AED 355 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Athens Hub Hostel
Front of property

Paloma

Paloma
Athens City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and bright. There was a balcony as well. Bath tub area was too small. Everything else was very good. Staff helped us with breakfast as we had to leave early for our flight. They called the taxi as well for us"
Canada
Shahana
The price is AED 201
AED 229 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Paloma
Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bedbox Hostel

Bedbox Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (161 reviews)
"Nice clean room with comfortable bed. Convenient location in city center. Highly recommend and would like to stay there again."
United States
Pawel
The price is AED 231
AED 263 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Bedbox Hostel
Property entrance

Safestay Athens Monastiraki

Safestay Athens Monastiraki
Athens City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (192 reviews)
"good room for payed price "
United States
Ahmad
The price is AED 308
AED 351 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Safestay Athens Monastiraki
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Top Athens Hotel Reviews

Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was right on the port. Very close to the airport (30 min). The staff was very helpful. The breakfast had everything that you wanted and was delicious . We walked up to the sweet St Nicholas chapel on the top of the hill. The room was clean but quirky. 4 twin beds. 2 were pushed together but had separate sheets. They were comfortable, just quirky. Just a great place to stay the night before you leave from Athens airport."
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Hotel Avra by Smile hotels

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Athens?
By staying at a hostel you can cut your spending on accommodations and use more of your trip funds for sightseeing during your vacation. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the island views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices, and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Athens?
Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to look first: Mosaikon - Hostel - Located steps from Ermou Street. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a rooftop terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Paloma - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Metaxourgeio Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, hair dryers, and bed sheets. Athens Backpackers - Located steps from Acropolis Museum. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and 2 bars/lounges. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Bedbox Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Ermou Street. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. Acropolis View Dream - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Larissa Metro Station and Victoria Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a rooftop terrace at this property. You'll find bed sheets and free WiFi in all rooms.
How many hostels are there in Athens?
If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Athens, one of Expedia's 16 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Athens?
The weather is important when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 79°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Athens is 19 inches.
What is there to see and do in Athens?
Overall, Athens is known for its museums, historical sites, and cafes. Major attractions include Acropolis, Syntagma Square, and Port of Piraeus. Get out into nature with places like Athens National Garden, Mount Lycabettus, and Pedion Areos Park. Cultural attractions include Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Benaki Museum, and Benaki Museum Pireos St. Annexe.
What's the best way to get to and around Athens while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Athens in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Athens Intl. Airport (ATH), located 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Nearby metro stations include Monastiraki Station, Thissio Station, and Panepistimio Station. To check out more of the area, take a train from Athens Central Station, Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station, or Agioi Anargyroi Station.