Hostels in Jerusalem

By choosing a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and save more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out cultural highlights like the historic sites in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start: Abraham Jerusalem - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. You’ll find towels, showers and linens in all rooms. Cinema Hostel Jerusalem - Property features include free WiFi, a bar and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, free toiletries and linens in all rooms. The Jerusalem Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a rooftop terrace, as well as a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries. Malka hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi. Stay Inn Hotel Jerusalem - Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You’ll find towels, showers and free toiletries in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Jerusalem, one of Expedia’s 12 hostels could be a great choice.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for Jerusalem is 190 mm.

Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy the area around Jerusalem. Get out into nature with places such as Garden Tomb, Sultan’s Pool and Mount Zion. Cultural attractions include Israel Museum, Tower of David Museum of the History of Jerusalem and Bible Lands Museum. Visit landmarks such as Jaffa Gate, Damascus Gate and Mosque of Omar.

Keep this information about transit options in Jerusalem in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Tel Aviv (TLV-Ben Gurion), located 24.8 mi (40 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transport to get around. Head to Yekuti’el Adam Station for metro travel. To see more of the area, hop on a train at Jerusalem Malha Station, Jerusalem (JRS-Malha Railway Station) or Jerusalem Biblical Zoo Station.