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Best Athens hostels

Pagration Youth Hostel - Athens - Patio
Pagration Youth Hostel
Pagrati
8.4Very Good(1497)
Free Wi-Fi
R285+
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Dioskouros Hostel - Athens - Bedroom
Dioskouros Hostel
Plaka
7.9Good(2675)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 057+
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Zeus Hostel - Athens - Bedroom
Zeus Hostel
Omonia
7.2Good(2274)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R702+
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Athens Hawks - Athens - Balcony
Athens Hawks
Omonia
8.1Very Good(2681)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R902+
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Baloo Hostel - Athens - Bedroom
Baloo Hostel
Athens, AT, Greece
8.9Very Good(167)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 265+
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Athens Backpackers - Athens - Balcony
Athens Backpackers
Plaka
8.3Very Good(3144)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 062+
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Retroverse Hostel - Athens - Bedroom
Retroverse Hostel
Athens, AT, Greece
9.2Wonderful(400)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 665+
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Bedway Athens Hostel - Athens - Bedroom
Bedway Athens Hostel
Neos Kosmos
8.5Very Good(2302)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R285+
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Nubian Hostel - Athens - Restaurant
Nubian Hostel
Exarcheia
8.6Very Good(1378)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 478+
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Acropolis View Dream - Athens - Balcony
Acropolis View Dream
Athens, AT, Greece
5.7Fair(919)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R603+
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Mosaikon - Athens - Bedroom
Mosaikon
Athens, AT, Greece
8.7Very Good(1701)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 635+
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Iconic Athens Hostel - Athens - Restaurant
Iconic Athens Hostel
Kerameikos
8.3Very Good(1535)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R705+
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Athens International Youth Hostel - Athens - Front desk
Athens International Youth Hostel
Athens, AT, Greece
7.3Good(102)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R905+
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Mosaikon Glostel - Athens
Mosaikon Glostel
Athens, AT, Greece
9.2Wonderful(1449)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R587+
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When in Athens Hostel - Athens
When in Athens Hostel
Exarcheia
9.1Wonderful(398)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R2 632+
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Pink Mango - Athens
Pink Mango
Kerameikos
8.0Very Good(372)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R5 284+
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City Circus Athens - Athens - Living room
City Circus Athens
Psirri
8.8Very Good(2235)
R1 303+
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Safestay Athens Monastiraki - Athens - Lobby
Safestay Athens Monastiraki
Psirri
7.6Good(2291)
R942+
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Bedbox Hostel - Athens - Bedroom
Bedbox Hostel
Athens, AT, Greece
8.8Very Good(4078)
R1 039+
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Athens Hub Hostel - Athens - Restaurant
Athens Hub Hostel
Psirri
9.1Wonderful(1334)
R1 041+
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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 November, with average rates of R232. In comparison, September is the most expensive month, with prices at R1 359.

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

Sunday offers the lowest rates in Athens, with an average nightly price of R316. The highest prices are found on Monday, with average rates at R820.

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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How much is a Athens hostel?

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Good to know

Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

November
September
R407
R378
Cheapest month to stay with an average 51% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 184% 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 October and May.
  • 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.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Athens

  • What are the best hostels near Acropolis?

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

  • 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 R245 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R383. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R246.

  • 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 R246. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R245 and 4-star plus hotels from R1 118.

  • 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 R950 compared to R2 573 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Athens?

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