You are looking for hostels in Jordan? 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 Jordan 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 Jordan.
We list every single hostel in Jordan and the world. In total, we have 8 cities in Jordan 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.
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 Jordan. 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.
On the Eastern bank of the Jordan River lies the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, which is strategically located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa. The capital of Jordan is Amman, which is the largest and most populous city in the country and as well as the country's cultural and economic center. Jordan is considered to be among the safest of Arab countries as it has managed to keep itself apart from instability and terrorism. It is classified as a country of ‘high human development,’ and because of its well-developed health sector, it is a great destination for medical tourism apart from general tourism. Hostels in Jordan are aplenty and you will find comfortable accommodations for individuals and groups alike throughout the country.
The climate of Jordan varies as you travel. As you go inland, there is greater contrast in temperature with less rainfall. While day temperatures soar, low humidity moderates these temperature hikes and the nights here are much cooler. Summers in Jordan last from May to September while the pretty chilly winters occur during the months of November to March. Plan your visit to this lovely country preferably during the least hot months to enjoy the weather and your vacation to the fullest.
On your visit to Jordan, stop off at the incredible city of Petra that is actually built into a mountain! With brilliant beauty during the day, Petra truly comes alive during the night when the hundreds of candles light up and illuminate the mile-long trail through the Siq, which ends up in the fully lit-up treasury. There's so much to look at in the city of Petra that you can actually be just in this one city for an entire week! While you are here, be sure to take a trek up the massive monastery and enjoy some of the best views that this region has to offer.
The Dead Sea is definitely another must-visit place. It is not only the saltiest body of water, but also the lowest point on earth. On getting into the water, you immediately begin to float! Take care not to open your eyes while you're in the water here since the high concentration of salt can cause your eyes to sting!
Stopping off at the desert canyons of Wadi Rum will make you feel like you've just stopped over at Mars! The rugged, glowing landscapes and the traditional Bedouin camps beckon you to just delve into a world that is far from reality. The cuisine in Jordan is to die for (or sometimes to kill for). It is very different from Asian kitchens, but it is certainly a welcome change with spices, traditional cooking methods and native foods that take you into culinary heaven. While you are here, try out the national dish, mansef, preferably only on weekends as it is really heavy and can put you to sleep.
Enjoy all that Jordan has to offer by reserving a room or bed at one of its hostels. There are many good hostels in Jordan, especially near major tourist attractions and in the heart of each city. Book your Jordan hostels well in advance to avoid any last minute unpleasantness, and dive in and enjoy the splendor of this beautiful country.
Handwritten by local expert for Jordan hostels Joy Barboza
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Petra is very nice city. People were friendly.
Amman downtown is nice. For a tour to the Dead Sea we paid 10 jordan dinnar each, 3 people in a car. And we took a tour via the King's Highway for 15 j.d. each. It's so beautiful.
Dana Village is marvellous and the view into the canyon is even more so. But treat yourself and visit the nationalpark (np-office is in the village) and stay in the camp for at least 1 night - do it. there are great self-guided tracks, and you will hardly believe the beauty of that pinnacled landscape. The tents are …
There is a lot of travel planning to do. So let us help you once again by putting together the frequently asked questions:
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.
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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 Jordan 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.
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.
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.
There is a few basics you should always pack when staying in hostels.
There is more actually. We wrote a complete guide with more details. Read our full hostel packing list.