What is the cost of a hostel in Athens?

$82/night is an average price for a hostel in Athens throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in September is the most expensive month to book, and in December is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Athens hostels for as low as $22/night. In general, Athens hostels for $67 or less are a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Athens?

Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Athens is Bedbox Hostel. 4,320 users from HotelsCombined gave the Bedbox Hostel a 8.8/10 rating.

What hostel is closest to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

The closest Athens hostel to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport is Pagration Youth Hostel, which is 17.5 km away.

What area of Athens is most popular to stay in?

Plaka is the most popular area of Athens to stay in. In the past year, 8% of HotelsCombined users looking for Athens hostels searched within Plaka. Athens Backpackers is a popular hostel in Plaka if you choose to stay in the area.

Should I stay in a Athens hostel?

Aside from the fact that Athens hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Athens.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Athens?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Athens is January ($31). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Athens is June ($66).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Athens?

The cheapest day to stay in Athens is Friday ($35). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $122.

How early should you book a hostel in Athens?

Book at least 8 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Athens hostel.

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Cheapest hostels in Athens, Greece

For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Athens for the selected dates. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.

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Zeus Hostel

27 Sofokleous, Athens, Greece

0.2 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

$73

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Travel insights for hostels in Athens

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Athens?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Athens is January ($31). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Athens is June ($66).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Athens?

The cheapest day to stay in Athens is Friday ($35). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $122.

How early should you book a hostel in Athens?

Book at least 8 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Athens hostel.

Cheapest hostels in Athens, Greece

For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Athens for the selected dates. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.

Hostel prices in Athens

A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Athens. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hostels within each hostel class.

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Where to stay in Athens

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What is the cost of a hostel in Athens?

What’s the best hostel in Athens?

What hostel is closest to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

What area of Athens is most popular to stay in?

Should I stay in a Athens hostel?

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