Before Covid hit, annual visitor numbers to Athens, Greece were heading for 6 million. Many backpackers who visit Athens use it as a stepping off point for visiting the many other must-see sights in Greece, but the city itself contains a wealth of attractions. You’ll therefore be wanting somewhere comfortable to stay for a few nights, and to help you decide where to rest your head, here are my 5 top Athens hostels recommendations:
Mosaikon
๐ Close to the main attractions, with great views from the terrace of Acropolis Hill
๐๏ธ Sturdy bunkbeds with clever privacy blinds, private reading lights and power points makes this one of the top Athens hostels
๐ฟ Modern, well-designed bathrooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Large, modern kitchen but this can only be used for preparing snacks (no cooking)
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Stylish private rooms
City Circus
๐ Right in the heart of buzzing Psirri
๐๏ธ Although the bunks don’t come with privacy curtains, they are sturdy. Common areas are spacious and stylish
๐ฟ En-suite bathrooms for private rooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Lovely common areas including kitchen and serene roof terrace
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Great value private rooms
Athens Hub Hostel
๐ 5 mins from Monastiraki Square
๐๏ธ Light, roomy and airy dorms featuring cosy bunks with privacy curtains
๐ฟ Stylish bathrooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Chic common areas including terrace (no kitchen)
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Private rooms at superb price
Bedbox
๐ Under 10 mins walk to the Agora
๐๏ธ Well-designed dorms. Bunks have privacy curtains and reading lights
๐ฟ Clean, plentiful bathrooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Gorgeous common areas, including spacious kitchen
๐งโ๐คโ๐งNo private rooms, but the 4-bed dorms afford a lot of privacy
Nubian Hostel
๐ Nestled in the alternative neighbourhood of Exarhia, close to the main sights
๐๏ธ Sturdy, semi-private bunks with reading lights and sockets
๐ฟ Clean bathrooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Beautifully artistic common areas with large eating area and kitchen with free breakfast
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Amazing value private rooms
A Plan To Go 