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Our top choices for Athens hostels

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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 AU$102
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
Baloo Hostel
Dining

Retroverse Eccentric Stay

Retroverse Eccentric Stay
Athens City Centre
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Good stay, clean and quiet "
United States
Mikayla
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Retroverse Eccentric Stay
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 AU$146
includes taxes & fees
18 July - 19 July
Dioskouros Hostel
Garden view

Nubian Hostel

Nubian Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Staff was great, also met a lot of cool people here."
United States
Ronald
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Nubian Hostel
View from property

Athens Backpackers

Athens Backpackers
Athens City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (74 reviews)
"this is an excellent bargain and the location can't be better!"
United States
amy
The price is AU$251
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Athens Backpackers
Standard Twin Room, Private Bathroom

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 AU$100
includes taxes & fees
10 July - 11 July
Bedbox Hostel
Terrace/patio

Mosaikon - Hostel

Mosaikon - Hostel
Athens City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (119 reviews)
"Great place to stay. It was central to everything, easy to go on foot. The room was clean."
Belgium
Joy
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Mosaikon - Hostel
Luxury Villa | Living area

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 traveller
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Pink Mango Hostel
Property entrance

Safestay Athens Monastiraki

Safestay Athens Monastiraki
Athens City Centre
7.6 out of 10, Good, (195 reviews)
"good room for payed price "
United States
Ahmad
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Safestay Athens Monastiraki
Front of property

Paloma

Paloma
Athens City Centre
7.8 out of 10, Good, (22 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 AU$90
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Paloma
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Top Athens Hotel Reviews

Divani Palace Acropolis

Divani Palace Acropolis

10/10 Excellent
"We enjoyed our stay! First, the location is just wonderful - a few steps from Acropolis and we were able to enjoy the view from our balcony. The breakfast was a paradise with numerous delicacies and options for every taste. The reception was always helpful in answering questions and accommodating our requests. Will definitely choose it again if return to Athens."
Viktoryia 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Divani Palace Acropolis

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Athens Hostels information

Number of reviews
638
Accommodation
26 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$90
Highest Price
AU$251

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: Bedbox Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Ermou Street. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Paloma - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Metaxourgeio Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, hairdryers and bed sheets. Retroverse Eccentric Stay - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Omonoia Station. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. 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 showers, hairdryers and bed sheets. Athens Backpackers - Located steps from Acropolis Museum. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a restaurant, as well as 2 bars/lounges. Rooms come with showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi.
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 14 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, Syntagma Square and Port of Piraeus. Get out into nature with places such as Glyfada's Second Beach, Athens National Garden and Mount Lycabettus. Cultural attractions include Odeon of Herodes Atticus, Technopolis 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 (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.

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