Hostels in Athens

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YellowSquare Athens

YellowSquare Athens

Athens Hawks Hostel

Athens Hawks Hostel

8.6Fabulous(4365)

Athens Hawks Urban

Athens Hawks Urban

9.0Fabulous(448)

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7.2Very Good(3623)

0.64km from city centre

Our wonderful hostel is located in the heart of Athens in a recently renovated picturesque building. Close to bars, restaurants, clubs, galleries and attractions and have a range of rooms available

Athens All Seasons

Bed and Breakfast

Athens All Seasons

5.24km from city centre

Athens All Seasons, less than 20 minutes from the city center, the perfect location to relax and charge your batteries after a long day of exploring the city.

No Dorms Available

0.8km from city centre

Discover the sumptuous comfort and personal care provided by the beautiful Sparta Team Hotel. We provide excellent accommodation at reasonable prices.The taxes are 0,5 Euro per night for each room.

8.0Fabulous(499)

0.62km from city centre

Our Hotel is a 56 room family Hotel located in the center of Athens on a quiet road, next to the Old Town Hall of the city on Athinas Street. The location of the hotel allows easy walking access to the main tourist attractions of Athens, the business and...

No Dorms Available

Hotel Rio Athens

Hotel Rio Athens

8.9Fabulous(51)

1.21km from city centre

Located in the centre of Athens, the hotel is located in a beautiful restored neoclassical building.

No Dorms Available

Galaxy Hotel Athens

Galaxy Hotel Athens

8.27km from city centre

Galaxy Hotel Athens is located in Kalamaki, Alimos, a southern suburb of Athens. It enjoys a sea front location with magnificent views over the Saronic Gulf.

No Dorms Available

Civitel Attik Rooms & Suites

Civitel Attik Rooms & Suites

9.14km from city centre

Close to Athens Olympic Stadium and Kifissias Avenue, Civitel Attik provides accommodation of very high standard at very reasonable prices.

Covid-19 safeThis hostel is committed to following WHO and local government guidelines for Covid-19 sanitation. This includes increased cleaning routines, better hygiene measures and social distancing when required.

No Dorms Available

Achillion Hotel

Achillion Hotel

0.82km from city centre

Achillion Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with balcony. Free wired internet is available in the entire hotel.

No Dorms Available

Metropolis Hotel

Metropolis Hotel

8.0Fabulous(40)

0.9km from city centre

The Metropolis Hotel is a small intimate hotel with an Acropolis view in the prime central location of the Plaka district and 2 blocks off Syntagma Square...

No Dorms Available

7.1Very Good(37)

1.34km from city centre

Hotel Socrates is convenient situated within good reach of Athens attractions. Relax afterwards in your well furnished room or in our bar or restaurant.

No Dorms Available

8.1Fabulous(911)

0.67km from city centre

Our hostel its fully renovated 2015 in the heart of Athens just 10 minutes walking from Acropolis!

No Dorms Available

0.78km from city centre

Dunlin Hotel has a unique identity among the hotels of Athens. Each room consists of amazingly, innovative designs and bright colours.

No Dorms Available

Dave Red, a member of Brown Hotels

Dave Red, a member of Brown Hotels

0.55km from city centre

Well set in Athens, Dave Red Athens - Son of Brown offers accommodation with competitive prices.

No Dorms Available

Art Hotel Athens

Art Hotel Athens

0.68km from city centre

Nestled in the heart of Athens, the Art Hotel Athens is a charming boutique hotel housed within a beautifully renovated 1930s building.

Covid-19 safeThis hostel is committed to following WHO and local government guidelines for Covid-19 sanitation. This includes increased cleaning routines, better hygiene measures and social distancing when required.

No Dorms Available

1km from city centre

Discover Parea Athens, heart of Psyrri! Walk 10 min to iconic Syntagma Square and 15 min to majestic Acropolis Hill.

No Dorms Available

0.83km from city centre

This centrally situated, family run hotel is just metres from Monastiraki Metro Station.

No Dorms Available

0.71km from city centre

Hotel Elite offers a cozy and comfortable lodging in the city center of Athens, Greece.

No Dorms Available

Evripides Hotel

Evripides Hotel

0.92km from city centre

Situated in the heart of Athens close to the Acropolis, Evripides Hotel Athens is the place to be. All rooms are comfortable and warmly decorated. Enjoy panoramic view from our roof-top bar while having breakfast or enjoy a drink.

No Dorms Available

About Athens

8.3Fabulous(1242 Reviews)

Activities

8.5

Eating out

8.6

Shopping

7.6

Chilling out

7.7

Transport

8.5

Sightseeing

9.1

Culture

9.2

Nightlife

7.5

Value for Money

8.2

About Athens

🏛️ Hostels in Athens for Solo Travellers: Ancient Ruins, Rooftop Views & Souvlaki Nights

Athens in 2026? Absolutely legendary. Where else can you climb ancient ruins in the morning and rage on rooftop bars by night? This city layers 3,000 years of history with a modern party scene that never quits. And the hostels? They get it. Social, affordable, and usually serving breakfast with an Acropolis view.

🏠 Where to Stay in Athens

Athens hostels are famous for their rooftop terraces and social vibes. Hostelworld.com has over 48 Hostels in Athens — backed by 84465 reviews from travellers who've lived the myth. Expect:

Rooftop dorms with Acropolis views and AC (essential in summer)
Daily walking tours, bar crawls, and island-hopping trip planning
Communal dinners, movie nights, and hostel-organized beach days
Central locations steps from Monastiraki and Plaka

Your Athens hostel isn't just a bed — it's where you'll plan your Greek island escape with strangers-turned-friends.

🏆 Top Hostels to Stay in Athens in 2026

These hostels consistently rank highest with Hostelworld.com travellers:

Hostel Zeus – ★ 7.16/10 – Hostel Zeus
Athens All Seasons – ★ 10/10 – Athens All Seasons

🗺️ Neighbourhoods to Explore

Monastiraki – Flea markets, ancient ruins, and the most Instagrammed rooftop bars
Plaka – Touristy but charming. Winding streets and taverna terraces
Psiri – Street art, dive bars, and late-night souvlaki runs
Exarchia – Alternative vibes, student crowds, and political graffiti

Pro tip: Visit the Acropolis first thing in the morning. By 11am it's a sweaty tourist stampede.

🚇 Getting Around Athens

From the airport: Metro line 3 to city center takes 40 minutes
Metro: Three lines cover most of Athens. Cheap and efficient
Walk: Central Athens is very walkable (but it's bigger than it looks)
Bus/Trolley: Extensive network but metro's usually easier
Ferry: Day trip to nearby islands from Piraeus port

💬 Why Athens?

With 84465 guest reviews proving it's a backpacker must-do, Athens delivers history, nightlife, and absurdly cheap food. You'll climb the same steps as ancient philosophers, then immediately ruin the moment with a gyro selfie. That's the Athens experience, and it's perfect.

"Came for the Acropolis, stayed for the hostel rooftop sessions and €2 souvlaki. Athens is chaos and history and the best people-watching. Already planning my return."
— Alex, USA

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