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Travel insights for hostels in Athens

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Athens including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Athens is November (C$ 54). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Athens is May (C$ 119).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Athens is Thursday (C$ 55). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is C$ 208.

How much is a hostel in Athens tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Athens tonight starting as low as C$ 29, rising to an average cost of C$ 118, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 44 for a 4-star hostel in Athens for tonight.

How much is a Athens hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Athens this weekend for as little as C$ 36/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as C$ 36/night. For a 4-star hostel in Athens, the cheapest rate recently found was C$ 59/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Athens?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 44 days before your trip to Athens. The lowest price found when booking 44 days ahead was C$ 22 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Athens, Greece

Discover affordable stays in Athens that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Athens can be found for as low as C$ 23 per night. There is currently one property in Athens that can be booked for this price. Pagration Youth Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Athens. Price data was last updated on 8 July 2025
These Athens properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
Damareos 75, Athens, Greece
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 23
Avg. per night
27 Sofokleous, Athens, Greece
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 26
Avg. per night
Eparchiaki Odos Firon-Ormou Perissis, Thera, Greece
7.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air Conditioning
C$ 26
Avg. per night
Agias Theklas 10, Athens, Greece
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 31
Avg. per night
Kydonias 145, Chania, Greece
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 40
Avg. per night
Sachtouri 28, Thessaloniki, Greece
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 45
Avg. per night
16 Sarri, Psirri, Athens, Greece
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 46
Avg. per night
Mavromichali 47, Athens, Greece
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 49
Avg. per night
6 Pittakou, Athens, Greece
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 67
Avg. per night
Lochagou Fanouraki 19-21, Rhodes, Greece
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
C$ 68
Avg. per night
12, Makri St., Athens, Greece
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 89
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Athens

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Athens to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Athens at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 8 July 2025.
Some of the best options for booking a hostel in Athens categorized by hostel class. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hostels within each hostel class.
4 stars +
16 Sarri, Psirri, Athens, Greece
C$ 46
3 stars
Sachtouri 28, Thessaloniki, Greece
C$ 45
Agias Theklas 10, Athens, Greece
C$ 31
2 stars and under
12, Makri St., Athens, Greece
C$ 89
Lochagou Fanouraki 19-21, Rhodes, Greece
C$ 68
Mavromichali 47, Athens, Greece
C$ 49
6 Pittakou, Athens, Greece
C$ 67
Eparchiaki Odos Firon-Ormou Perissis, Thera, Greece
C$ 26

Other accommodations in Athens

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Athens. There are 14,835 properties in Athens and price data was last updated on 8 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Athens is C$ 58/night.
Sarri 17, Athens, Greece
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 209
Avg. per night
79 Megalou Alexandrou, Athens, Greece
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 216
Avg. per night
Kritiou 30, Athens, Greece
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 33
Avg. per night
15 Aristogeitonos Str & Athinas, Athens, Greece
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 156
Avg. per night
Trias 20, Athens, Greece
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 91
Avg. per night
10 Alexandras Avenue, Athens, Greece
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 267
Avg. per night
Athens, Greece
0.8 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 97
Avg. per night
Athens, Greece
1.8 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 150
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Athens

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Athens to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 8 July 2025.
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Facts about staying in Athens

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Athens to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 8 July 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Athens?

    On average, it’s C$ 58/night for a hostel in Athens, though C$ 48/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 10/night in Athens. Try to avoid booking your hostel in September (the most expensive month). Booking in June (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Athens?

    City Circus Athens boasts a 8.9/10 review rating from 2,134 users, making it the best hostel in Athens.

  • What hostel is closest to Athens Eleftherios V. Airport?

    It is 17.5 km to get from Athens Eleftherios V. Airport to Pagration Youth Hostel (the nearest Athens hostel to the airport).

  • What area of Athens is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Athens is Plaka, according to our data. 1% of users who searched for hostels in Athens looked for properties in Plaka. If you’re interested in staying in Plaka, consider the Athens Backpackers - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Athens closest to Monastiraki?

    Safestay Athens is the most popular hostel in Athens that’s close to Monastiraki (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.1 km from Safestay Athens to Monastiraki. While there may be other hostels near Monastiraki, Safestay Athens is highly rated (7.7/10) by 2,024 users.

  • 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.

  • Does Athens have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are hostels in Athens with “Pool” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 2 hostels have the “Pool” amenity in the Athens area. Santorini Camping & Hostel is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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