Hostels in France Hostels in France

You are looking for hostels in France? Good news, you have come to the right place.

On this page we list every single city with hostels and other budget accommodations. Hostelz.com helps you to find your France hostel and compare its prices on the major booking sites such as Hostelworld, Hostelsclub and Booking.com. So you can sleep on a budget and save money while backpacking France.

All Cities in France

We list every single hostel in France and the world. In total, we have 274 cities in France for you. Please note that not all cities actually have a hostel to stay in. Below you can filter for cities with hostels and with no hostels-type accommodation, but guesthouses and budget hotels. This will help your planning.

All France hostels on a map

Alright, you are more the visual type? Planning your trip with a map is always handy.

Therefore, this map shows you all cities with hostels in France. It will help you to plan your trip. Just zoom in the map and click your destination for more details. Just so you know: If we do not have a hostel in a city, it is likely that there is no hostel in that city.

Our handwritten guide on Backpacking France

France, known for its sophistication, exquisite cuisine, fine wine, an appreciation for art and culture, and haute couture fashion. France has a wide variety of regions to offer sightseers, including bustling cities, medieval villages, mountain ranges, and Mediterranean beaches. And all of these sights have hostels nearby. The choices are endless. You can relax at a resort by the Mediterranean sea in Nice, Marseille, and Cannes. You can stay in a chalet in Grenoble, Chamonix, or Annecy and ski the French Alps. You can give yourself a royal experience and visit the extensive Middle Age residential palaces of the Kings and Queens of old in the Loire Valley, Carcassonne, and Versailles. And of course there is Paris. You can climb to the top of the Eiffel tower and admire the magical view, shop the Champs Elysées, and spy the Mona Lisa among the treasures at the Musée du Louvre. In fact, this diversity and of course the charming allure of its capital, Paris, may be what makes France the most visited country in the world by foreigners. But don’t let the tourists deter you, France is definitely a must for anyone planning on visiting Europe!

No country is more synonymous with wine than France, and for champagne to be called champagne it must be from the Champagne-Ardenne region. Many visit France for the excellent quality wines and classic vineyards. Top wine spots that offer hostel accommodations include Burgundy, Bordeaux, and Champagne.

Mont Saint Michel is the classic island castle that often tops the lists of lesser known but must see attractions around the world. Mont Saint Michel is located in the Normandy region. The nearest town with hostels is Rouen, which is also happens to be a beautiful town in its own right.

Other worthwhile cities to check out include Lyon, Toulouse, Strasbourg, and Avignon.

France is a well connected country and it should be easy to make your way to your hostel. If travelling by train, most hostels are located within a short distance to the "gare" (train station) and the "hotel de ville" (town hall). Paris of course has the most dorm-style hostels, while many other smaller French cities have few hostels and more hotel options. If travelling to smaller French cities on a budget, be sure to book in advance during peak season as there aren’t as many choices.

France has an extensive high speed railway system that is connected to most cities in France and to almost all of its neighbouring countries. It is very easy to travel around France by train, but it can sometimes be expensive. Rail passes can be very useful if you are visit many different cities in France. Also, be sure to check for cheap flights, like Ryanair and EasyJet, as most cities in France are well connected by budget airlines. Budget airlines are usually located just outside of major cities, so be sure to research connecting buses, trains, or airport shuttles before travelling. Paris has an excellent metro system and some other French cities have good tramways. Make sure to do your research on how to get to your hostel beforehand, as many French people in smaller cities do not speak English.

There are so many natural and man-made beautiful things to see and do in France. It’s culture, history, art, food, and wine have made it an iconic place around the world. After all, Audrey Hepburn said, “Paris is always a good idea.” Why not see the rest of what France has to offer too?

You can choose a city, or you can start by exploring hostels in one region at a time using our Regions list.

expert for France hostels

Handwritten by local expert for France hostels Shannon Neuber

Travel Tips for France - from the Community

Hey fam! Here are a few more tips from the community, from them to you, and you to them. This space is dedicated for travellers to share their best tips on backpacking France. Have a closer look - the Hostelz community share real hidden gems, insider knowledge and overall impressions of France. Everyone is welcome to add something useful, funny, unexpected and the "absolutely necessary to know before you go" - share, share and then share a little more!

FAQ on Hostels in France

There is a lot of travel planning to do. So let us help you once again by putting together the frequently asked questions:

Finding Hostels and Prices

What hostel booking sites are best to use?

There is several hostel booking sites, such as Hostelworld.com, Hostelsclub.com and Booking.com. While every platform has its pros and cons, there is a universal truth you as a traveler should be aware of: Not a single booking site can always offer the best prices.

This is where Hostelz.com comes in. You can compare all major booking portals with one click.

For you as a traveler, Hostelz.com is the best booking site to actually save money.

How much are hostels in France?

Prices always vary, depending on various factors. Weekends tend to be more expensive, same goes for special holidays. Please also take into account local vaction time.

You can search for exacty hostel prices in France here on Hostelz.com. Pick your destination and pick a date. The system will track down the prices to give an idea of what budget and prices you can expect.

When to book hostels?

If you want to stay at the best hostels, it is a good idea to have your hostel booked around 1 month before you travel. For the regular hostels, booking one week before should be okay. Yet again, this always depends.

We dedicated a full article to the topic of when to book hostels.

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Safety and Packing

Are hostels in France safe?

Generally speaking, hostels are as safe as you make them. We highly recommend always to bring your own padlock, using the lockers and taking care of your belongings. Make sure you pick a safe hostel, offering lockers and a safe location. Please always pay attention to the reviews; they can give you a great insight on what to expect and safety tips.

What to pack when staying in hostels?

There is a few basics you should always pack when staying in hostels.

  1. Padlock
  2. Earplugs
  3. Sleeping Mask
  4. Quick Dry Travel Towel
  5. Head Lamp

There is more actually. We wrote a complete guide with more details. Read our full hostel packing list.

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