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Looking for a hostel near city center? Find the best and cheapest hostels near city center in Athens, sorted by distance. Because this is useful for you!

Fun Social Hostels in Athens – Make Friends Easily!

15 hostels in Athens. Prices start from €4 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.

Traveling to Athens and ready to meet new friends? These fun social hostels are perfect for travelers who love community life, group activities, and shared adventures. Expect events like pub crawls, family dinners, game nights, karaoke, walking tours, and cooking classes — all designed to break the ice and make it easy to connect.

We've handpicked hostels known for their lively atmosphere and welcoming staff, where you'll feel part of a travel family in no time. Plus, we compare prices from major booking platforms so you can save money while making lifelong memories!

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#1 Top Rated
0.4 km from city center (≈ 5 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…Check out till 11:00 (without limitation) VAT & City tax included. Rates for private rooms do not include the Environmental Fee, which is € 5 per room, per night for stays between April & ... more details

from €13.75
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Athens Hub Hostel

Privacy Curtains
0.9 km from city center (≈ 10 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerBoutique HostelCouples

"…We welcome backpackers from around the globe who want to come to make friends with other travelers and learn all about the unique artistic, cultural, and historical factors that make Athens such a ... more details

from €10.59
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1.9 km from city center (≈ 23 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…A newly renovated listed building that combines classic with modern, comfort and quality, privacy and socialisation; located between the two historical districts of Athens- alternative Exarchia and ... more details

from €11.92
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Retroverse Hostel

Privacy Curtains
1.4 km from city center (≈ 17 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Each of the 23 rooms features retro-inspired décor and high-quality furnishings. The 7th floor houses our Playing Room, filled with iconic arcade machines and classic games. Retroverse is more than ... more details

from €12.12
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0.8 km from city center (≈ 10 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…A valid ID or a valid passport is required at check-in. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, JCB and Union Pay. Cancellation Policy: Standard rate: We have a 24 hours cancellation ... more details

from €10.54
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Mosaikon

Privacy Curtains
1.1 km from city center (≈ 13 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerBoutique HostelCouples

"…The property also offers a shared lounge area, kitchen and washing machine. Guests will find a variety of bars and restaurants within a short walk from the property, while Syntagma Square is ... more details

from €13.51
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Baloo Hostel

Privacy Curtains
1.1 km from city center (≈ 14 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelYouth Hostel

"…We also organize regular activities to enrich your stay and make each moment unforgettable. The friendly Baloo family team is always available to offer tips and make your visit to Athens an ... more details

from €10.68
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City Circus

Free Breakfast
0.6 km from city center (≈ 7 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerCouplesDigital Nomads

"…We spent many an hour chatting to him about Greece, partying, politics and life and he treated us like an old friend. Beautiful, comfortable, friendly - This is a brand-spanking-new, well-built ... more details

from €12.90
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Athens Hawks Urban

Privacy Curtains
2.8 km from city center (≈ 33 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…There is a continental breakfast available every morning for just €5 a day which can be purchased at reception on arrival. Beautiful features from a fully renovated building have been enhanced ... more details

from €7.53
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Bedbox Hostel

Privacy Curtains
1 km from city center (≈ 12 min walking)
Best for: Female Solo TravellerQuiet Rest

"…The reception service is open 24 hours per day. We do not accept customers younger than 18 years of age. Non smoking. This property might pre-authorize your credit card." …"From the Airport of ... more details

from €8.79
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Nubian Hostel

Free Breakfast
1.9 km from city center (≈ 23 min walking)
Best for: Quiet Rest

"…General Free Breakfast. 24 hour Reception. No curfew. Child friendly. The maximum period of stay is of 14 days." …"…Take a left on Valtetsiou and the hostel will be on the corner with ... more details

from €11.66
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3.2 km from city center (≈ 39 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…Pagration itself is an authentic residential neighbourhood also home to cafes, tavernas, and shops for the things you forgot to pack. The rooms are all dorms. They are average sized and sleep five ... more details

from €7.22
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Athens Backpackers

Free Breakfast
1.7 km from city center (≈ 21 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…i am a real traveler of many years, and i think the hostel is a perfect representation of a backpackers. it was clean, safe, spacious. sure they partied and were busy, but the staff i think tried ... more details

from €10.93
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Athens Hawks Hostel

Privacy Curtains
0.8 km from city center (≈ 9 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo Traveller

"Great hostel! - This hostel is an amazing hostel, I would definitely recommend someone to go to it! The hotels a very eco-friendly place. They use non-plastic cups at the bar, and do everything to ... more details

from €8.71
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0.1 km from city center (≈ 2 min walking)

"…Was transformed in a luxurious hostel through the use of modern materials with the combination of the elements of 18th century.This property used to be a house of a prominent family of two famous ... more details

from €7.17

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Economy Hotel

Free Breakfast
0.9 km from city center (≈ 11 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Given that the hotel is reasonably cheap though, this place is good value and I would recommend it if you're on a budget but want the privacy of your own room. This place has a very friendly and ... more details

from €27.44
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0.9 km from city center (≈ 11 min walking)
Best for: Solo TravellerFamily-Friendly Hostel

"…We're right next to Monastiraki Metro Station, with direct access to both the airport and the port. Renovated in 2020, our clean and comfortable rooms include singles, doubles (twin or double), ... more details

from €19.59
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Evripides Hotel

Free Breakfast
0.7 km from city center (≈ 8 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…General: 24hour reception. No curfew. Late check-in is possible. Free open parking is available for guests but a reservation is needed (limited places). We offer free baggage hold after check ... more details

from €42.10
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Hotel Rio

Free Breakfast
0.7 km from city center (≈ 9 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…Charming, modern café-bistro called “Rio caffé”at the ground floor, serving the best espresso and cappuccino in the area, for tourists and locals, which is situated in a great central location. In ... more details

from €27.39
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0.9 km from city center (≈ 11 min walking)
Best for: Party Hostel

"…Each room consists of amazingly, innovative designs - bright and inviting colours that highlight a style that is subtle, chic, understated, and elegant. Covering the entire top floor of Dunlin is a ... more details

from €36.06
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Athens Cypria Hotel

Free Breakfast
1.4 km from city center (≈ 17 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"Hotel Athens Cypria is ideally situated in the heart of Athens and offers excellent facilities and great value for money. The hotel features 115 comfortable and spacious guest rooms with nice views ... more details

from €54.83
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Hotel Cecil

Free Breakfast
0.9 km from city center (≈ 11 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…Cecil hotel has 40 rooms, all of which have private bathrooms, air-conditioning, telephone and TV. Our services, the facilities we offer and the magnificent view of the Acropolis from our roof ... more details

from €28.52
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Hotel Tropical

Free Breakfast
8.3 km from city center (≈ 100 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…A great base from which to visit Athens and it's surrounding area. Although the journey in to the centre takes a good 30 minutes, having the beach across the road from the hotel for the afternoon ... more details

from €63.15
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Dorian Inn

Free Breakfast
0.9 km from city center (≈ 11 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"…You have up to 2days prior to arrival to cancel the reservation without charge. If the reservation is cancelled within 48 hours prior to arrival you will be charged 1 night stay. Same day ... more details

from €36.03
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1.8 km from city center (≈ 22 min walking)
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"…Check out 11.00 am Payment by cash or credit card on arrival day Please inform about arrival time" …"…Times of Metro are as follows: Egaleo Line (from Airport) 05:30am - 00:00am & Agios ... more details

from €72.64
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Apollo Hotel

Free Breakfast
0.7 km from city center (≈ 9 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo Traveller

"…WiFi In all rooms Internet access at the Lobby Left Luggage Breakfast" …"…* Take express bus number 95 to Syntagma square, transfer to Metro 'red line' and get off at Metaxourghio Metro station, ... more details

from €25.42
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Hotel Galini Palace

Free Breakfast
16.3 km from city center (≈ 196 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelDigital NomadsBeach Lovers Retreat

"…SPECIAL FEATURE:'Οur property has recently been registered to Financial Times and as from now on you can find us among World's Best Hotels' Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before ... more details

from €28.29
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1.5 km from city center (≈ 18 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly Hostel

"…Payment before or upon arrival by cash, credit cards. This property may pre-authorise your card before the arrival. Taxes included. Breakfast not included. 16 Hour Reception No curfew. We ... more details

from €51.75
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Epidavros Hotel

Free Breakfast
0.9 km from city center (≈ 11 min walking)
Best for: Party HostelSolo TravellerDigital Nomads

"The 3*** Epidavros Hotel, after a radical renovation in 2012, fully renewed, offers an ideal stay to Athens visitors. It is located in a quiet pedestrian, in Omonia, near all the historical monuments ... more details

from €24.59

Guest Houses in Athens

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6.1 km from city center (≈ 73 min walking)

"…Check out before 11:30 . Payment upon arrival by cash. Taxes included Breakfast not included. 24 Hours Reception." …"From the airport you can take the yellow line + the green one to ... more details

from €16.84

Apartments in Athens

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Athens Studios

Free Breakfast
1.7 km from city center (≈ 21 min walking)
Best for: Party Hostel

"…We built a village beneath where you're staying to offer you all the services and amenities you might need. These include the Athens Sports Bar showing Sky, OTE, cheap beers, wines, mixers and ... more details

from €33.82
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3.3 km from city center (≈ 40 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly Hostel

"…Cancellation policy: 7days before arrival. Check in from 15:00 to 23:00 . Check out before 12:00 . Payment upon arrival by credit cards. Taxes included. Breakfast not included." …"…We ... more details

from €45.30
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10.4 km from city center (≈ 125 min walking)
Best for: Family-Friendly HostelDigital NomadsOlder travelers (+50)

"Explore the world of Civitel Attik The Civitel Attik was named after the area of Greater Athens, Attica and paying tribute to the best of this ancient region from its archaeological treasures to the ... more details

from €67.62

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Cool Social Hostels in Athens we all Love

We all love the social hostel life . These social hostels in Athens are perfect for travelers who enjoy community, fun, and connection . Whether it's a family dinner, a pub crawl, a game night, or a walking tour, these hostels offer plenty of ways to break the ice and make new friends.

The common areas are always buzzing with activity, and the hostel staff are pros at creating a fun, welcoming vibe . Many hostels also feature organized events like cooking classes, themed parties, karaoke nights, and more — perfect for bonding with fellow adventurers.

Pro tip: Check the hostel's event calendar or the blackboard for daily activities. Jump in, say "hello," and let the good times roll!

Pack your bags, join the fun, and make Athens one of your most social travel experiences yet!

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