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City Circus Athens, hotel in Athens

City Circus Athens features a rooftop terrace and a bar-restaurant, just 984 feet from Thission area and within 1148 feet from Monastiraki Metro Station.

great value for family of four staying in the deluxe room. enough space, comfy beds, clean and organized. breakfast in the adjoining restaurant a la card offers good choices. well equipped common kitchenette available. rooftop terrace with a nice acropolis view
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,808 reviews
Price from
$147.14
1 night, 2 adults
Athens Hub Hostel, hotel in Athens

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

Excellent hostel by every meaning
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,581 reviews
Price from
$59.90
1 night, 2 adults
Mosaikon Glostel, hotel in Athens

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

Good facilities, very nice staff
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
1,646 reviews
Price from
$95.91
1 night, 2 adults
When in Athens Hostel, hotel in Athens

In a prime location in Athens, When in Athens Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

The beds are clean and comfort.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
605 reviews
Price from
$100.05
1 night, 2 adults
Athens Hawks, hotel in Athens

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

Great staff. Clean rooms. Clean facilities. Everything you need is here.
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
2,298 reviews
Price from
$67.57
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.

Very central and easy to find
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
1,985 reviews
Price from
$98.33
1 night, 2 adults
Bedway Athens Hostel, hotel in Athens

Located in Athens and with Neos Kosmos Metro Station reachable within a few steps, Bedway Athens Hostel has concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

Location and the price
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
2,383 reviews
Price from
$31.59
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.

It’s a perfect location
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated excellent
Excellent
2,399 reviews
Price from
$58.85
1 night, 2 adults
Athens Quinta, hotel in Athens

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

Only a short walk to all of the sites, comfortable bed and pillow, towels and breakfast provided, friendly staff
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,053 reviews
Price from
$65.72
1 night, 2 adults
Pagration Youth Hostel, hotel in Athens

Located in the Vyronas district of Athens, the family-operated Pagration Hostel offers dormitory beds without curfew.

It wasn't disgustingly unclean.
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very Good
1,434 reviews
Price from
$30.52
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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  • Dioskouros Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,553 reviews

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

    It was very central and the shared area is amazing

  • Airnite House
    Budget options available
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 15 reviews

    Well set in Athens, Airnite House provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is close to University of Athens, Monastiraki Square and Monastiraki Train Station.

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

    Featuring a shared lounge, Private Rooms Athens - Shared Bathroom is located in Athens. Popular points of interest nearby include Acropolis Museum and Temple of Olympion Zeus.

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

  • SAN REMO HOSTEL
    Budget options available
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 79 reviews

    Well set in Athens, SAN REMO HOSTEL provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Spotless clean, extreeeeemely friendly host, tolerant atmosphere

  • Κρεβάτια σε κοιτώνα μόλις 3' απο το metro
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 12 reviews

    Located in Athens and within 1.5 miles of Larissis Metro - Train 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.

  • Κουκέτα ξύλινη μόλις 3 λεπτά απο το metro

    Featuring a garden, Κουκέτα ξύλινη μόλις 3 λεπτά απο το metro is located in Athens in the Attica region, 1.5 miles from Larissis Metro - Train Station and 2.2 miles from National Archaeological Museum...

  • Κουκέτα 2 ατόμων μόλις 3' απο το metro

    Providing free WiFi, Κουκέτα 2 ατόμων μόλις 3' απο το metro is located in Athens, 1.5 miles from Larissis Metro - Train Station and 2.2 miles from National Archaeological Museum of Athens.

  • Sailing House on the beach 16 persons
    Scored 6.2
    6.2
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 7 reviews

    Located in Athens, Sailing House on the beach 16 persons has free bikes, garden, shared lounge, and free WiFi throughout the property.

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

  • Safestay Athens Monastiraki
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,940 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
     · 2,319 reviews

    Zeus Hostel is centrally located, 984 feet 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.

    Great location, very good facilities, confortable room

  • Let me take my bunk bed
    Scored 6.1
    6.1
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 281 reviews

    Let me take my bunk bed is well situated in Athens, and has a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    Great location with clean and perfect view from room

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

    Acropolis View Dream is located in Athens, 2297 feet from National Archaeological Museum of Athens and 2625 feet from Omonia Square.

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

  • Iconic Athens Hostel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,161 reviews

    Conveniently set in Athens, Iconic Athens Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    Location, organization, staff, breakfast was nice.

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  • Avg. price/night: $105.18
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,249 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: $62.67
    Scored 7.5
    7.5
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,947 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: $72.48
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 4,976 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $39.14
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,940 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $39.14
    Scored 7.7
    7.7
    Rated good
    Good
     · 1,940 reviews
    Ideal accommodation for one night: great location and excellent price! Hostel offers lockers where you can leave your suitcases cheaply.
    Emil
    Solo traveler
  • Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 1,646 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 traveler
  • Scored 6.1
    6.1
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 1,468 reviews
    As global,, with a cheap budget,, it's a good hostel,,,
    WALID
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $38.69
    Scored 7.0
    7.0
    Rated good
    Good
     · 2,319 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $61.91
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 191 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
  • Avg. price/night: $43.96
    Scored 6.9
    6.9
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 611 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 traveler

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