Hostels in Indianapolis

By choosing a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and set aside more of your money for exploring during your trip. You can check out cultural highlights like the entertainment venues in this destination, or enjoy the sporting events and other activities.

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

If you’re hoping to find budget-friendly accommodation in Indianapolis, you might consider this popular choice: JW Marriott Indianapolis - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking at this hotel.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 1°C. Average annual precipitation for Indianapolis is 1199 mm.

Overall, Indianapolis is known for its sports, museums and live music. Major attractions include Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Lucas Oil Stadium and Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. Get out into nature with places such as Central Canal, White River State Park and Garfield Park. Cultural attractions include Eiteljorg Museum, Old National Centre and Indiana State Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in Indianapolis in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Indianapolis International Airport (IND), located 8.3 mi (13.4 km) away. An alternative is Muncie, IN (MIE-Delaware County), located 52.1 mi (83.8 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. You can access metro transport at Canal Station, Indiana University-Riley Station and Methodist Station. If you’re looking to check out more of the area, head over to Indianapolis Station to hop on a train.