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Hostels in Paris, France

There are 36 hostels listed within about five miles of central Paris. This page covers what that actually means for a trip: which hostels are here, how they rate against Paris's hotels, and which are worth it if you are coming for a show.

Hostels in Paris: 36 hostels are listed within about five miles of the centre. They average 7.6/10 in guest scores against 8.0/10 for the city's hotels. Those scores come from our accommodation partner, not from StubOrder.

How strong is the hostel scene in Paris?

Two numbers answer that, and neither means much on its own. The first is how much of Paris's accommodation is hostels rather than hotels, since a city can have plenty of hostels and still be a hotel city. The second is how those hostels score against the hotels sitting next to them, which is the only fair benchmark, because guest scores drift by city and a 7.8 in one place is not a 7.8 in another.

MeasureParisWhat it tells you
Hostels listed36Dedicated hostels and backpacker accommodation within roughly five miles of the centre.
Average hostel guest score7.6/10Averaged across the hostels above. Supplied by our accommodation partner, not a StubOrder rating.
Average hotel guest score8.0/10The same measure for the 5,000 hotels nearest the middle of Paris, with hostels excluded so the comparison is not partly against itself.

The short version: hostels in Paris score a little below the city's hotels. The gap is 0.4 points. That gap is normal and mostly measures the product, not the management: a shared room with six strangers in it will rarely be scored like a private one, however well the place is run. It is worth reading the individual scores below rather than the average.

Hostel dorm bunk bed with privacy curtain, reading light and lockers: hostels in Paris

Hostels in Paris, closest to the centre first

Distances are measured from the middle of Paris. Pick your dates to see what a bed actually costs. Hostel pricing moves more than hotel pricing does, because a dorm can sell out one bed at a time.

  • Le Regent Montmartre by Hiphophostels

    Le Regent Montmartre by Hiphophostels

    0.4 mi from central Paris Walkable Guest score 7.5/10 (8,621 reviews)

    37, Bd Rochechouart, Paris

    Central Location in Montmartre District Situated just steps away from Anvers Metro Station and the iconic Sacré Coeur Basilica, Le Regent Montmartre by Hiphophostels offers a prim…

  • Le Village Montmartre by Hiphophostels

    Le Village Montmartre by Hiphophostels

    0.5 mi from central Paris Walkable Guest score 8.6/10 (125 reviews)

    20 rue d'Orsel, Paris

    Beautiful Views and Convenient Amenities Enjoy the breathtaking views from our terrace and garden while staying connected with complimentary wireless internet access. Dining and R…

  • Plug inn Montmartre by Hiphophostels

    Plug inn Montmartre by Hiphophostels

    0.6 mi from central Paris Walkable Guest score 7.9/10

    7 Rue Aristide Bruant, Paris

    Discover the vibrant heart of Paris at Plug Inn Hostel, where comfort meets convenience just steps from iconic attractions. Modern Accommodation Choose from a mix of dormitories a…

  • St Christopher's Inn Gare Du Nord - Hostel

    St Christopher's Inn Gare Du Nord - Hostel

    0.9 mi from central Paris Long walk Guest score 8.0/10 (187 reviews)

    5 rue de Dunkerque, Paris

    Recreation Amenities and Terrace View: Indulge in the vibrant nightlife at the hostel's nightclub or unwind on the terrace while taking in the stunning views. Dining Options and S…

  • Caulaincourt Montmartre by Hiphophostels

    Caulaincourt Montmartre by Hiphophostels

    0.9 mi from central Paris Long walk Guest score 8.0/10

    2 square Caulaincourt, Paris

    Experience the charm of Paris at Caulaincourt Square Hostel, your ideal home base exploring the City of Lights! Comfortable Accommodations Choose from a variety of single, double,…

  • Glint Paris

    Glint Paris

    0.9 mi from central Paris Long walk Guest score 8.1/10 (2,895 reviews)

    66 Boulevard Barbès, Paris

    Convenient Location in Montmartre District Hotel The Playce by Happyculture offers a vibrant stay just a short walk from Sacré-Coeur Basilica. Explore the charm of Montmartre and …

  • Le Montclair Montmartre by River - Hostel

    Le Montclair Montmartre by River - Hostel

    1.0 mi from central Paris Long walk Guest score 7.2/10 (113 reviews)

    62 rue Ramey, Paris

    Convenient Amenities Make use of complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Dining Options Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli or enjoy b…

  • Beau M Paris - Hostel

    Beau M Paris - Hostel

    1.1 mi from central Paris Long walk Guest score 9.0/10 (43 reviews)

    108 Rue Damrémont, Paris

    Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access and relax in the communal living room. Continental Breakfast: Start your day with a delicious continental breakf…

  • Peace & Love Hostel

    Peace & Love Hostel

    1.4 mi from central Paris Long walk Guest score 6.0/10 (4,024 reviews)

    245 Rue La Fayette, Paris

    Youth Hostel Overlooking Canal Saint-Martin Shared and Private Room Options: Offering bunk beds in most rooms and double rooms, with provided sheets, bed covers, pillows, and towe…

  • Adveniat Paris

    Adveniat Paris

    1.6 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 8.5/10

    10 Rue François 1er, Paris

    Experience the charm of Paris from Adveniat Paris, a welcoming youth hostel nestled in the heart of the city. Prime Location Located just steps away from iconic landmarks like the…

  • MIJE Marais - Hostel

    MIJE Marais - Hostel

    1.8 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 7.8/10 (107 reviews)

    6 rue de Fourcy, 11 rue du Fauconnier, Paris

    Centrally Located Hostel in Paris Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary breakfast, terrace views, and helpful multilingual staff. Event Spaces Available: Host your events in o…

  • The People - Paris Belleville (ex Les Piaules) - Hostel

    The People - Paris Belleville (ex Les Piaules) - Hostel

    1.9 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 8.8/10 (112 reviews)

    59 Boulevard de Belleville, Paris

    Rooftop Terrace and Complimentary Amenities Enjoy stunning views from our rooftop terrace and take advantage of complimentary wireless internet and concierge services. Dining and …

  • UCPA SPORT STATION HOSTEL PARIS

    UCPA SPORT STATION HOSTEL PARIS

    1.9 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 7.7/10 (10,971 reviews)

    198 Rue d'Aubervilliers, Paris

    A youth hostel like no other in the heart of an eco-district in Paris's 19th arrondissement, beside Rosa Parks station (RER E). 59 rooms and 228 beds: private rooms and dormitorie…

  • St Christopher's Inns The Canal Hostel

    St Christopher's Inns The Canal Hostel

    2.0 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 7.8/10 (105 reviews)

    159 rue de Crimee, Paris

    Recreation Amenities and View Indulge in the on-site nightclub or unwind on the terrace, offering a scenic view of the surroundings. Dining and Entertainment Savor delicious meals…

  • The People Paris Marais

    The People Paris Marais

    2.2 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 8.2/10 (193 reviews)

    17 Boulevard Morland, Paris

    Dine and Unwind: Indulge in delicious meals at the restaurant, unwind at the bar/lounge, or socialize at the daily complimentary reception. Comfort and Connectivity: Stay connecte…

  • Young & Happy Latin Quarter by Hiphophostels

    Young & Happy Latin Quarter by Hiphophostels

    2.5 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 7.2/10 (81 reviews)

    80 Rue Mouffetard, Paris

    Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a common area TV. Dining and Drinking Options: Savor a delicious meal at the on-site re…

  • Auberge Internationale des Jeunes - Hostel

    Auberge Internationale des Jeunes - Hostel

    2.6 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 6.8/10 (101 reviews)

    10 rue Trousseau, Paris

    Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and a vending machine during your stay. Dining Options: Indulge in snacks at the on-site snack bar/deli and start your day with a f…

  • Bastille Hostel

    Bastille Hostel

    2.6 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 6.0/10 (128 reviews)

    6 rue Trousseau, Paris

    Complimentary Amenities: Enjoy free wireless internet access, a communal living room, and a vending machine for your convenience. Featured Amenities: Benefit from a 24-hour front …

  • Aloha Hostel Eiffel Tower by Hiphophostels

    Aloha Hostel Eiffel Tower by Hiphophostels

    2.9 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 6.4/10

    1 Rue Borrome, Paris

    Welcome to Aloha Hostel, your vibrant gateway to the enchanting city of Paris! Prime Location Nestled just 1.2 miles from the iconic Eiffel Tower and the Paris Expo, our hostel po…

  • Oops! Latin quarter by Hiphophostels

    Oops! Latin quarter by Hiphophostels

    3.1 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 7.5/10

    50 Avenue Des Gobelins, Paris

    Discover the charm of Paris at the delightful Oops Boutique Hostel, a perfect blend of comfort and convenience just steps away from vibrant attractions. Seamless Connectivity Enjo…

  • The 3 Ducks Eiffel Tower by Hiphophostels

    The 3 Ducks Eiffel Tower by Hiphophostels

    3.2 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 7.9/10

    6 Place Etienne Pernet, Paris

    Experience the charm of Paris at 3 Ducks Boutique Hostel, a vibrant haven nestled in the 15th district. Colorful Dormitory Rooms Our dormitory rooms are designed with a playful to…

  • Enjoy Hostel

    Enjoy Hostel

    3.2 mi from central Paris Drive or ride 2-starGuest score 7.1/10 (7,246 reviews)

    5 Rue Des Plantes, Paris

    Welcome to Enjoy Hostel, your cozy retreat in Montparnasse! Convenient Location: Situated just 550 meters from Alesia Metro Station, our hostel offers easy access to all that Pari…

  • FIAP - Hostel

    FIAP - Hostel

    3.3 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 8.2/10 (134 reviews)

    30 rue Cabanis, Paris

    Scenic Views and Entertainment Enjoy the views from the terrace and garden, and have fun in the arcade/game room. Delicious Dining and Socializing Satisfy your cravings at the hos…

  • Jo&Joe Paris Nation - Hostel

    Jo&Joe Paris Nation - Hostel

    3.3 mi from central Paris Drive or ride Guest score 8.4/10 (60 reviews)

    61 Rue de Buzenval, Paris

    Convenient Amenities and Facilities Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a communal living room. Visit the gift shops/newsstands and vending machi…

Staying in a hostel for a Paris event

A hostel makes most sense on exactly the kind of trip StubOrder sends people on: one or two nights, built around a fixed start time, where you are out of the building all evening. The bed is somewhere to sleep afterwards, not somewhere to spend the weekend, and the saving against a hotel on a sold-out event night is usually the largest saving available on the whole trip, because event nights are when city hotel rates spike and hostel beds barely move.

The two things to check before you book are the ones that catch people out. First, front-desk hours: a support act running long can put you back at 23:45, which is no use if reception closes at 23:00 and there is no night code. Second, whether the rate is per bed or per room: a private twin at £70 and a dorm bed at £35 each are the same money for two people, and the private room is the better buy.

What is on in Paris

See all Paris events →

Distance from a specific venue

The hostels above are measured from the centre of town. If you want to know what is actually walkable from the doors of one building, each venue has its own accommodation page that sorts every nearby property by real distance.

Dorm bed or private room?

This is the decision that actually determines what your stay is like, and it is not the same decision as hostel-or-hotel. Almost every hostel in Paris sells both, at prices that overlap with the cheaper end of the city's hotels.

Dorm bedHostel private room
Priced byThe bed. Two people pay twice.The room, like a hotel.
Best forSolo travel, and meeting people.Two people, or anyone who wants a door that locks.
BathroomUsually shared down the hall.Often private, but check: many are not.
Getting in lateFine, but you will wake people.No issue.
LuggageA locker, usually needing your own padlock.In the room.
Versus a cheap hotelMuch cheaper, especially on event nights.Often similar money, so compare properly.

The rule of thumb that holds nearly everywhere: travelling alone, take the dorm; travelling as two, price the private room against a budget hotel before assuming the hostel wins. On an ordinary weeknight the hotel sometimes does. On the night of a sold-out event, the hostel almost always does.

What to check before booking a hostel

Hostels vary in ways hotels mostly do not, and the variation is in the policies rather than the rooms. None of the following is unusual, and all of it is easier to find out now than at 1am.

  • Age limits. Some hostels are 18–35 only, some refuse under-18s without an adult, and a few are over-18 with no upper bound. This is a property-by-property rule, not a city rule.
  • Reception hours and curfews. A genuine curfew is rare now, but limited front-desk hours are common. If your event finishes late, confirm there is a night entry code.
  • Whether the rate includes linen. Mostly yes; occasionally a few pounds or dollars extra at check-in, which quietly changes the comparison against a hotel.
  • Lockers and padlocks. Nearly every dorm has lockers. A good number expect you to bring your own padlock, and the ones sold at the desk cost more than one from home.
  • Deposits. Some hostels take a key or damage deposit in cash at arrival and return it on checkout, which is worth knowing if you are travelling cardless.
  • Cancellation terms. The cheapest hostel rates are frequently non-refundable, which matters more than usual when the trip depends on an event that could be postponed.

Two of these (cancellation terms and what the rate actually includes) are shown on the booking screen once you pick dates, so check them there rather than assuming.

Plan the rest of the trip

Frequently asked questions

Is a hostel a sensible place to stay for a concert or a game?

For a one- or two-night trip built around an event, often yes, because you are out of the building most of the evening anyway. The things to check are the front-desk hours and whether there is a curfew, because a show that ends at 23:30 is no use if reception shut at 23:00.

How many hostels are there in Paris?

Our accommodation partner lists 36 hostels within about five miles of central Paris. That count includes both dedicated hostels and backpacker accommodation.

Can I book a private room in a hostel?

Most hostels sell private rooms alongside dorm beds, and they are usually cheaper than a hotel room of the same size. Whether a given property has one is shown when you pick your dates. If only dorm beds come back, that hostel has no privates free for that stay.

Are there hostels near the venues in Paris?

The hostels on this page are measured from the middle of Paris, not from any one venue. For distance from a specific building, use that venue's own accommodation page. Each one is linked above and sorts every nearby property by real distance from the doors.

Are hostels in Paris any good?

Paris's hostels average 7.6/10 in guest scores against 8.0/10 for the 5,000 hotels nearest the centre, so they score a little below the city's hotels. Those scores come from our accommodation partner, not from StubOrder.

Does StubOrder sell hostel beds and tickets together?

No. Tickets come from our resale marketplace and accommodation from our booking partner. They are two separate bookings with separate confirmations, and neither depends on the other.