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Our top choices for Athens hostels

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Athens Hub Hostel

Athens Hub Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55 reviews)
"I like this hostel a lot. Stay a lot for 1 night when i travel between Greece islands."
United States
Yossef
Athens Hub Hostel
View from property

Athens Backpackers

Athens Backpackers
Athens City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (69 reviews)
"Clean place, very friendly staff, great to meet other travellers, around the corner of the great attractions "
Australia
Erik
Athens Backpackers
Garden view

Nubian Hostel

Nubian Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"It is very quiet place, great walkable distance to the Acropolis, Agora. Perfect. "
United Kingdom
Aneta
Nubian Hostel
Terrace/patio

Mosaikon - Hostel

Mosaikon - Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (114 reviews)
"Great stay no complaints "
United States
Omar
Mosaikon - Hostel
Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom

Bedbox Hostel

Bedbox Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (147 reviews)
"Great location, amazing service by the staff, well equiped, comfortable and is definitely worth all the good reviews. "
United Kingdom
Greta
The price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Bedbox Hostel
Standard Double Room, Balcony | Balcony

Dioskouros Hostel

Dioskouros Hostel
Athens City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (73 reviews)
"Staff was friendly. Check in instruction was clear. Nadia was friendly and provided everything I needed to check in. Christine called me to remind me of the check out time even I made a mistake that I was supposed to check out one day later. She was very accommodating. "
United States
Peter
Dioskouros Hostel
Dining

Retroverse Hostel

Retroverse Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Good stay, clean and quiet "
United States
Mikayla
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Retroverse Hostel
Exterior

Baloo Hostel

Baloo Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"This place is amazing. Must stay if you’re a student/on a budget and yet want to be within walkable distance from the Acropolis."
United Kingdom
Srijan Bharati
Baloo Hostel
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

YellowSquare Athens

YellowSquare Athens
Athens City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Perfect hotel "
United States
IVAN
The price is NZ$92
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
YellowSquare Athens
Property entrance

Safestay Athens Monastiraki

Safestay Athens Monastiraki
Athens City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (189 reviews)
"One of the best hostels I’ve stayed at."
United States
Rafael
The price is NZ$81
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Safestay Athens Monastiraki
Lobby

Iconic Athens Hostel

Iconic Athens Hostel
Athens City Centre
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (47 reviews)
"Great place! "
Canada
Dimitri
The price is NZ$65
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Iconic Athens Hostel
Reception

Athens International Youth Hotel and Hostel

Athens International Youth Hotel and Hostel
Athens City Centre
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"A youth hostel, like it was normal in the past. Just want to say "old school hostel", nothing fancy, as expected. "
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$114
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Athens International Youth Hotel and Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Athens Hotel Reviews

Acropolis Magenta

Acropolis Magenta

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean, spacious and had good natural and artificial lighting. Rooftop is a nice place to hang. Location is good "
Jennifer 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Acropolis Magenta

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Athens Hostels information

Number of reviews
816
Accommodation
28 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$65
Highest Price
NZ$151

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Athens?
By going with a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and use more of your budget for sightseeing during your holiday. You can enjoy activities like shopping, and the island views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Athens?
Ready to book a hostel? These options have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to start: YellowSquare Athens - Located within a 10-minute walk of Ermou Street and Monastiraki Flea Market. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. You'll find showers, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Bedbox Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Ermou Street. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Athens Backpackers - Located steps from Acropolis Museum. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and 2 bars/lounges. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Mosaikon - Hostel - Located steps from Ermou Street. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. Cozy Corner - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Victoria Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi. You'll find free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Athens?
If you're in the market for somewhere affordable to stay in Athens, one of Expedia's 20 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Athens?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's some information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Athens is 493 mm.
What is there to see and do in Athens?
In general, Athens is known for its museums, historical sites and cafes. Major attractions include Acropolis, Port of Piraeus and Syntagma Square. Get out into nature with places such as Athens National Garden, Mount Lycabettus and Pedion Areos Park. Cultural attractions include Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Technopolis and Benaki Museum.
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 (ATH-Eleftherios Venizelos), located 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. Nearby metro stations include Monastiraki Station, Thissio Station and Panepistimio Station. To check out more of the area, catch a train at Athens Central Station, Moschato-Tavros Rouf Station or Agioi Anargyroi Station.