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Best Athens hostels

These are the best prices for 7-14 Jun.
Zeus Hostel - Athens - Bedroom
Zeus Hostel
Omonia
7.2Good(2388)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R876+
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Dioskouros Hostel - Athens - Balcony
Dioskouros Hostel
Plaka
8.1Very Good(2798)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 000+
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Athens Backpackers - Athens
Athens Backpackers
Plaka
8.3Very Good(3352)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R3 477+
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Baloo Hostel - Athens - Bedroom
Baloo Hostel
Athens, AT, Greece
9.1Wonderful(191)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 745+
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Athens Hub Hostel - Athens - Living room
Athens Hub Hostel
Psirri
9.0Wonderful(1489)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 975+
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Mosaikon - Athens - Bedroom
Mosaikon
Athens, AT, Greece
8.9Very Good(1742)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 552+
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Bedway Athens Hostel - Athens - Front desk
Bedway Athens Hostel
Neos Kosmos
8.6Very Good(2574)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R275+
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Retroverse Eccentric Stay - Athens - Bedroom
Retroverse Eccentric Stay
Athens, AT, Greece
9.2Wonderful(442)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 847+
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Acropolis View Dream - Athens - Balcony
Acropolis View Dream
Athens, AT, Greece
5.1Fair(952)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R891+
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Nubian Hostel - Athens - Building
Nubian Hostel
Exarcheia
8.6Very Good(1395)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 586+
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Iconic Athens Hostel - Athens - Stairs
Iconic Athens Hostel
Kerameikos
8.2Very Good(1563)
Free Wi-Fi
R1 716+
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Pagration Youth Hostel - Athens
Pagration Youth Hostel
Pagrati
8.6Very Good(1501)
Free Wi-Fi
R275+
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Mosaikon Glostel - Athens
Mosaikon Glostel
Athens, AT, Greece
9.1Wonderful(1895)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R696+
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When in Athens Hostel - Athens
When in Athens Hostel
Exarcheia
8.9Very Good(422)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 542+
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Kefi Hub - Athens
Kefi Hub
Neapoli
7.0Good(157)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R486+
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Private Rooms Athens - Shared Bathroom - Athens
Private Rooms Athens - Shared Bathroom
Neos Kosmos
6.7Okay(41)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 263+
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Athens hostels near the city centre

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City Circus Athens - Athens - Living room
City Circus Athens
Psirri
8.8Very Good(2260)
R2 557+
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Safestay Athens Monastiraki - Athens - Lobby
Safestay Athens Monastiraki
Psirri
7.7Good(2447)
R1 560+
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Bedbox Hostel - Athens - Bedroom
Bedbox Hostel
Athens, AT, Greece
8.8Very Good(4250)
R939+
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Athens Hawks - Athens - Bathroom
Athens Hawks
Omonia
8.1Very Good(2791)
R1 469+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Athens

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Athens with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Athens?

Hostels are cheapest in Athens in January, with average rates of R278/night. In comparison, November is the most expensive month, with prices at R1 263/night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Athens?

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in Athens, with an average nightly price of R393/night. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at R880/night.

How early should you book a hostel in Athens?

Book at least 52 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Athens hostel.

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

January
November
R598
R540
Cheapest month to stay with an average 52% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 119% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Athens hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Athens, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Athens in April and September.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 52 days before your stay to get the best price for a Athens hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Athens for 18 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Athens

  • What are the best hostels near Syntagma Square?

    Syntagma Square is a popular area in Athens and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Safestay Athens Monastiraki or Bedbox Hostel for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Syntagma Square.

  • How much is a hostel in Athens for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Athens in the last 3 hours was R472 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R584. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R510.

  • How much is a hostel in Athens for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Athens hostel for this weekend for as low as R517. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R520 and 4-star plus hotels from R656.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Athens?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Athens is R1 781 compared to R4 378 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Athens?

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