Granada is located in the Andalucia region of Spain. It is an amazing city and is home to one of Spain’s most important Unesco World Heritage Sites: Alhambra Fortress and Palace. Alhambra is only a 5-minute walk from the center of Granada. Granada has excellent food and the best tapas bar culture in Spain. Our guide to the best hostels in Granada will help you choose a hostel that best suits your needs during your stay in Granada.
Best Hostels in Granada - Quick Answers
- Overall Best Hostel in Granada - El Granado Hostel
- Best Cheap Hostel in Granada - Oh! My Hostel
- Best Hostel in Granada for Solo Travellers - White Nest Hostel
Quick Introduction to Hostels in Granada
Here are some things that you might want to consider before booking a hostel in Granada.
Price - In bed in a dorm room starts at €12 per night (normally large dorm rooms), but expect to pay €15 to €25 per night in a medium-sized dorm room (8 to 10 beds). Prices at the weekend tend to be 20% to 40% higher as there is greater demand.
Location - Granada is a medium-sized city but it's best to stay in a central location close to the top sights and nightlife. (All hostels listed below are in central locations.)
Amenities/Services - Every hostel in Granada offers free Wi-Fi and a few hostels include breakfast in the price, but if you want more specific services be sure to do your research to find the hostel that best meets your needs.
Staff - Most hostels in Granada have excellent staff. They are normally very friendly and will give you some great tips on restaurants, bars and clubs etc. But my advice is to read reviews to make sure the hostel you choose has friendly and helpful staff because rude or unhelpful staff could ruin your hostel experience.
The 7 Best Hostels in Granada
Here’s our comprehensive list of the best hostels in Granada which includes a detailed description and the amenities of each hostel.
1. El Granado
El Granado Hostel is located right in the historical centre of Granada and a short walk from the Cathedral and the Moorish area of Albaicin. They offer dorm rooms (3 to 6 beds), Private Double rooms and small apartments (max 4 people).
Features/Services
- Free WiFi everywhere and guests' PC with the Internet.
- Linen provided for free and your bed will be ready on arrival!
- Air conditioning
- Heating and hot water
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Flat-screen TV/DVD player
- Nordic duvet bed covers (suited for the allergy sensitive)
- Laundry service
- Rooftop sun terrace
- Common TV area and games room
Prices
- Dorms from €13.60
- Privates from €64.50
2. Old Town Hostel Granada
Old Town Hostel Granada is a three-floor house with a roof terrace and a solarium located in the centre of Granada. The rooftop terrace and sundeck are perfect for relaxing in the hottest months of the year. Free Wifi is provided throughout the building.
Features/Services
- Bedding
- Breakfast
- Lockers
- Air Conditioning and Heating
- 24h hot shower
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Spacious common areas
- Outdoor terrace and chill out
Prices
- Dorms from €14.00
3. Granada Inn Backpackers
Granada Inn Backpackers Hostel is located in the centre of Granada. They offer 6 to 12-bed dorms and one large apartment that sleeps up to 8 people. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.
Features/Services
- Air Conditioning in all rooms
- Fully equipped kitchen
- 24/7 Front Desk
- Large Outdoor patio
- Security Lockers
- hair dryer, iron & ironing board can be borrowed
- Laundry service
- Vending machine with a variety of products such as soft drinks, beer, water and a variety of snacks.
Prices
- Dorms from €12.00
4. White Nest Hostel
White Nest Hostel is located close to the centre of Granada making it ideal for exploring Granada on foot. They offer 4 to 8 beds dorms and 2 to 4-bed private rooms. They also offer female-only dorm rooms making it a perfect option for the solo female traveller. Wifi access is provided throughout the entire hostel.
White Nest Hostel is one of the best hostels in Granada for solo female travellers because they offer cosy female-only dorms.
Features/Services
- 24/7 Reception
- Washer and dryer
- Luggage room
- Common area, kitchen-dining –TV room
- Outdoor Courtyard
- Free sheets and blankets
- Free towels
- Padlocks for security lockers
- Air conditioning and heating.
- Vending machine
Prices
- Dorms from €10.80
- Private Rooms from €29.70
5. Oasis Backpackers Hostel
Oasis Backpackers Hostel Granada is located bang in the centre of Granada just off Gran Vía and only a few minutes walk to Alhambra. This is a beautifully designed hostel and it's no wonder that's won many awards. They offer 4 to 10-bed dorm rooms and some 4-bed apartments. Wifi is free and provided throughout the hostel.
Features/Services
- Free breakfast
- High-pressure hot showers
- comfy beds & clean dorms
- Satellite TV
- Security Lockers
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Spanish lessons,
- Roof-top terrace
- laundry service
- Cocktail bar
Prices
- Dorms from €14.00
- Private Rooms from €99.00 (sleeps 4 people)
6. Oh! My Hostel
Oh! My Hostel is a relatively new hostel in the heart of Granada. It's located just a few meters from the famous Calle Navas, the Town Hall and the Cathedral and it's a 20-minute walk to Alhambra.
Oh! My Hostel is one of the best hostels in Granada for backpackers who are on a tight budget as a bed in a dorm room starts at only €10.00 per night. If require a little more privacy, why not try one of their private rooms starting at only €32 per night.
Features/Services
- Self-service breakfast included
- Sheets and duvet
- Free Wifi throughout the stay
- Free coffee
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Outdoor Terrace & Common Room
- Luggage Storage
- Hot showers
- Laundry service
- Bike rental
Prices
- Dorms from €10.00
- Privates from €32.00
7. ECO Hostel
ECO Hostel is located in a historic building right in the centre of Granda. All the main tourist sights including Alhambra are within walking distance. They offer 4, 6, and 16-bed mixed dorms as well as 6-bed female-only dorms. Their dorm rooms are spacious, fresh and clean.
Features/Services
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Free Daily Walking Tour
- Breakfast (extra fee)
- Cable TV/Common Room
- Self-Catering Facilities
- Reading Light
- Security Lockers
- Laundry Facilities
- 24 Hour Reception
- Bicycle Hire
- Luggage Storage
- On-site Bar/Cafe
Prices
- Dorms from €16.50
- Privates from €75.00
Final Thoughts on the Best Hostels in Granada
I hope this list of the best hostels in Granada helps you pick a hostel that best suits your needs during your stay in Granada. In general, the overall standard of hostels in Granada is excellent but there are still some bad and mediocre ones. Hopefully, this list will help you avoid bad and mediocre hostels to ensure you enjoy your stay in Granada. My favorite hostel in Granada is Oasis Backpackers.
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I'm Mike McGuinness, the guy behind the scenes of Hostel Vagabond. I've stayed in literally hundreds of hostels across Europe and the world. I created Hostel Vagabond so that I could share those experiences with you.