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City Circus Athens, hotel in Athens

City Circus Athens features a rooftop terrace and a bar-restaurant, just 300 metres from Thission area and within 350 metres from Monastiraki Metro Station.

Nicely laid out hostel. New. Lots of space to relax. Close to the centre with lots of cafes around. Staff were helpful when around.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
1,808 reviews
Price from
£78.88
1 night, 2 adults
Athens Hub Hostel, hotel in Athens

Well located in the Athens City Centre of Athens, Athens Hub Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a bar, free WiFi and a terrace.

The privacy of curtains on the beds! The bathrooms were also very clean and had body-wash and soap to use! Also the breakfast was great!
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated superb
Superb
1,613 reviews
Price from
£37.68
1 night, 2 adults
Mosaikon Glostel, hotel in Athens

Attractively set in Athens, Mosaikon Glostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

Perfect location. Very clean and nice staff. I recommend
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
1,827 reviews
Price from
£70.43
1 night, 2 adults
When in Athens Hostel, hotel in Athens

Well situated in the centre of Athens, When in Athens Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

I liked the cleanliness
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
628 reviews
Price from
£76.06
1 night, 2 adults
Retroverse Hostel, hotel in Athens

Ideally situated in the centre of Athens, Retroverse Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

Location: Omonia is a 5 minute walk and the National Archaeological Museum a 10 min, pubs and bars are nearby, furthermore the common areas such as downstairs with arcade videogames, kitchen that you can always use and 24/7 reception. The rooftop was under construction but looks promising. Furthermore I got lucky with an upgraded and empty dormitory room. Also free towels and lockers. Right next to each bed there are two connections to charge your phone, there is light to read a book and curtains for privacy.
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
18 reviews
Price from
£41.76
1 night, 2 adults
Athens Hawks, hotel in Athens

Well set in the centre of Athens, Athens Hawks provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

It was good location and friendly staff.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
2,288 reviews
Price from
£57.95
1 night, 2 adults
Athens Backpackers, hotel in Athens

Located within walking distance of major touristic attractions and vibrant areas of the city, Athens Backpackers are just a stone's throw from the world-renowned Acropolis of Athens.

I loved the friendly environment of the breakfast area
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
2,054 reviews
Price from
£71.42
1 night, 2 adults
Bedway Athens Hostel, hotel in Athens

Situated in Athens and with Neos Kosmos Metro Station reachable within 100 metres, Bedway Athens Hostel features concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and...

The staff at this hostel were absolutely wonderful—friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist with any questions or needs. Their welcoming attitude really made a difference and added a positive touch to my stay. It’s clear they care about their guests, and their hospitality is top-notch!
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
2,490 reviews
Price from
£24.84
1 night, 2 adults
Bedbox Hostel, hotel in Athens

Conveniently located in the heart of Athens, Bedbox Hostel is just steps from hip bars and restaurants.

The beds comes with curtains, good location. Huge storage space
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
2,473 reviews
Price from
£48.05
1 night, 2 adults
Athens Quinta, hotel in Athens

Centrally located in Athens, Athens Quinta offers vintage accommodation with a shared kitchen and shared lounge area, and a charming furnished courtyard.

Room, place & location was good.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,111 reviews
Price from
£47.39
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Retroverse Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 18 reviews

    Ideally situated in the centre of Athens, Retroverse Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Endroit tout neuf, extrêmement bien équipé et propre

  • Athens Hawks
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,287 reviews

    Well set in the centre of Athens, Athens Hawks provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Everything is clean. It's good beds and good staff.

  • Athens Backpackers
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,054 reviews

    Located within walking distance of major touristic attractions and vibrant areas of the city, Athens Backpackers are just a stone's throw from the world-renowned Acropolis of Athens.

    Really great, centralno located. Great breakfast.

  • Athens Quinta
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,111 reviews

    Centrally located in Athens, Athens Quinta offers vintage accommodation with a shared kitchen and shared lounge area, and a charming furnished courtyard.

    Homey vibe. It was so cozy and I like the antique style.

  • Baloo Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 199 reviews

    Well located in the centre of Athens, Baloo Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Rustic clean and beautiful. Fantastic friendly staff.

  • Nubian Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 995 reviews

    Nubian Hostel is located in the heart of Athens, between the upmarket Kolonaki and the alternative Exarchia districts and a 10-minute walk from Panepistimio Metro Station.

    Very nice staff, easy check-in, clean room and quiet space!

  • Dioskouros Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,567 reviews

    Centrally situated under the Acropolis in the historical quarter of Plaka and close to the new museum, Hostel Dioskouros features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk...

    It was very central and the shared area is amazing

  • Private Rooms Athens - Shared Bathroom
    Scored 7.1
    7.1
    Rated good
    Good
     · 81 reviews

    Ideally set in the centre of Athens, Private Rooms Athens - Shared Bathroom features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Einfach, preiswert, alles was man braucht. Ordentlich, sauber

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Athens

  • Ioanna's Hellenic Hospitality
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 159 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, terrace and views of sea, Ioanna's Hellenic Hospitality is set in Athens, 1.6 km from Asteras Beach.

    Very clean and tidy. Ioanna had everything we needed

  • City Circus Athens
    Central location
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,808 reviews

    City Circus Athens features a rooftop terrace and a bar-restaurant, just 300 metres from Thission area and within 350 metres from Monastiraki Metro Station.

    I liked the location, the kindness and support of the staff

  • Pink Lemon
    Central location
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 264 reviews

    Ideally situated in Athens, Pink Lemon features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Bunk beds are well designed and its super clean especially the bathrroms

  • Κρεβάτια σε κοιτώνα μόλις 3' απο το metro
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 19 reviews

    Situated in Athens and within 2.5 km of Larissis Railway Station, Κρεβάτια σε κοιτώνα μόλις 3' απο το metro has a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Großer Garten, Terasse, Küche, Waschmaschine.... Komplette Ausstattung und immer sauber. Ideal für lange Aufenthalte.

  • Pink Mango
    Central location
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 391 reviews

    Well situated in Athens, Pink Mango offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. Located in the Athens City Centre district, the property provides guests with access to a hot tub.

    The staff are super friendly and you can feel at home.

  • Iconic Athens Hostel
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,142 reviews

    Well set in the centre of Athens, Iconic Athens Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Everything especially the staff super helpful and polite

  • SAN REMO HOSTEL
    Central location
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 74 reviews

    In a prime location in the centre of Athens, SAN REMO HOSTEL offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Spotless clean, extreeeeemely friendly host, tolerant atmosphere

  • Safestay Athens Monastiraki
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,106 reviews

    Located in the heart of Athens, just beneath the Acropolis, Safestay Athens Monastiraki is within walking distance of most attractions and offers stunning views of the Acropolis from its rooftop...

    It was a brilliant location and great luggage storage

  • Zeus Hostel
    Central location
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,350 reviews

    Zeus Hostel is centrally located, 300 metres from Monastiraki Metro Station. Guests can enjoy drinks and beers at the on-site bar. Free Wi-Fi in public areas and communal computers are provided.

    The hospitality of every person who's working here

  • Κουκέτα ξύλινη μόλις 3 λεπτά απο το metro
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1 review

    Featuring a garden, Κουκέτα ξύλινη μόλις 3 λεπτά απο το metro is set in Athens in the Attica region, 2.5 km from Larissis Railway Station and 3.5 km from National Archaeological Museum of Athens.

  • Acropolis View Dream
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 641 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Acropolis View Dream is located in the centre of Athens, 700 metres from Larissis Railway Station.

    Nice people, a realy social cool kind group! :-)

  • Airnite House
    Central location
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 15 reviews

    In a prime location in Athens, Airnite House provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Antonio's Guest House
    Scored 4.4
    4.4
    Rated disappointing
    Disappointing
     · 269 reviews

    Antonio's Guest House has a garden, shared lounge, a bar and casino in Athens.

    Ich war heute da nahe Omonoia und war schone Urlaub

  • Deligianni&Notara st Guest House
    Scored 3.5
    3.5
    Rated poor
    Poor
     · 153 reviews

    Located in the centre of Athens, 400 metres from National Archaeological Museum of Athens, Deligianni&Notara st Guest House provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    Ότι βλέπετε στις φωτογραφίες. Και για το ποσο που ζητάει είναι τίμιο.

  • Κουκέτα 2 ατόμων μόλις 3' απο το metro
    Scored 1.0
    1.0
    Rated very poor
    Very poor
     · 1 review

    Situated in Athens within 3.5 km of National Archaeological Museum of Athens and 3.7 km of National Theatre of Greece, Κουκέτα 2 ατόμων μόλις 3' απο το metro provides rooms with free WiFi.

  • Single 'n Bunk bed 4' from metro
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1 review

    Located within 2.5 km of Larissis Railway Station and 3.5 km of National Archaeological Museum of Athens, Single 'n Bunk bed 4' from metro provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in...

FAQ about hostels in Athens

Hostels that guests love in Athens

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  • Avg. price/night: £59.24
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,269 reviews
    Great location close to a Metro station, City Sighseeker bus stop 2 mins away. Just out of the tourist area, cheaper restaurants, bakeries and food halls with out the added tourist charges. Easy walk towards old town and the main tourist areas. Area felt safe even returning to hotel late in the evening. Room was comfortable with a nice balcony to get some fresh air.
    Simon Averell
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £38.53
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,927 reviews
    Cheap, very friendly staff, great location, clean. We never felt uncomfortable or unsafe in the area. People like to think the cities as a fairy tale without the people that live in in (or without paying the price).
    Victoria
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £55.10
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5,107 reviews
    Excellent budget choice. Clean, comfortable and a great location. Area feels completely safe, even late at night. Staff at reception very helpful. Would stay again.
    Andrew
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £29.41
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,106 reviews
    Great staff. Great service. Good value for money. Great location. Quiet. Great lockers (however it could be cheaper (it's free in some of the hostels), but I would say that yours is very safe with the PIN code). Great rooftop. The beds are comfortable.
    Claudie-Anne
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £29.41
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,106 reviews
    Ideal accommodation for one night: great location and excellent price! Hostel offers lockers where you can leave your suitcases cheaply.
    Emil
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1,827 reviews
    Best hostel I’ve stayed exactly like pictures, close metro station that goes direct to airport, close to many historical sites including Acropolis and different Agora. Dormitory has private bathroom and they are all very clean. Bedding is comfortable. Strong air conditioning. Staff are extremely helpful and friendly, would definitely stay again if back at Athens.
    Fang-Tzu
    Solo traveller
  • Scored 6.1
    6.1
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,406 reviews
    As global,, with a cheap budget,, it's a good hostel,,,
    WALID
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £29.41
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,350 reviews
    The hostel provides a cheap place to sleep in a convenient location in the centre of Athens. The facilities are fairly clean and the staff are fairly helpful. There are washing and left luggage facilities. The Omonia area is not as threatening as some people would have you believe and the immediate vicinity of the hostel felt safe.
    Vincent
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £64.63
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 216 reviews
    Great location with 2 train stops into centre of city and about 20 minutes with easy transfer from train to tram for the beaches. Stay amongst the locals and eat a bit cheaper than city centre. Felt totally safe. Key box number given in advance
    Alun
    Young couple
  • Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 641 reviews
    Cozy hostel, friendly staff. Great way to travel on a budget and meet new people. Plenty of common areas, and that perfect view from the terrace - definitely worth a stay. Bed was comfy. Bathrooms nice and clean. Such a lovely cleaning lady attended every morning. Great location too - just 5 minutes walk from one of the 3 surrounding metro stations. Plenty of large and small corner shops, coffee and food places around the area. Would stay again without thinking twice. Thanks for a pleasant experience!
    Aurelija
    Solo traveller

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