Check our guide to the best hostels in Ljubljana and some of them are very good value starting from only €10 per night for a bed in a dorm room.
Quick Overview of the best hostels in Ljubljana
Here’s an overview by category of the awesome hostels mentioned in this article. Scroll down to see a full description (and images) of each recommended hostel.
- Overall Best Hostel in Ljubljana - Hostel Vrba
- Best Party Hostel in Ljubljana - Sax Hostel
- Best Cheap Hostel in Ljubljana - Vila Veselova
- Best Hostel in Ljubljana for Couples - Fluxus Hostel
General Info on Hostels in Ljubljana
Here are some things that you might want to consider before booking a hostel in Ljubljana.
- Prices - In bed in a dorm room starts at €10 per night (normally large dorm rooms), but expect to pay €12 to €15 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 - Ljubljana is a small 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 Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana 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 10 Best Hostels in Ljubljana
Here’s our comprehensive list of the best hostels in Ljubljana which includes a detailed description and the amenities of each hostel in Ljubljana.
1. Hostel Vrba
Hostel Vrba is a beautiful, clean hostel right in the heart of Ljubljana. They include individual twin rooms as well as stylish mixed dorms with common bathrooms. Free coffee and tea, no curfew, free WiFi, bike rentals, and much more are all available.
Prices
- Dorms from €12.00
- Privates from €45.00
2. Hostel Tivoli
Hostel Tivoli is located in the heart of Ljubljana, directly across from Tivoli Park. The price also includes Breakfast every morning, free coffee and tea, AC in every room, and free WiFi.
Prices
- Dorms from €14.00
- Privates from €40.00
3. Vila Veselova
Vila Veselova is located in Ljubljana's diplomatic district, just around the corner from a few embassies (Austrian, German, American, Russian, and Japanese) and within walking distance of the city's main sights and other points of interest.
They have 8, 6, and 4 mixed dorm rooms, as well as a double room and a 4-bed apartment. Air conditioning/fans, washing, ironing, Slovenian excursions, free Wi-Fi, and luggage storage are all available. There are also chill-out areas, as well as a garden and an outdoor patio.
Vila Veselova is one of the best hostels in Ljubljana for backpackers who are on a tight budget as a bed in a dorm room starts at only €11.00 per night.
Prices
- Dorms from €11.00
- Privates from €46.00
4. Fluxus Hostel
Fluxus Hostel is located in the city's center. All of the major tourist attractions, including the Parliament, department stores and a variety of other shops, banks, the Cankarjev dom cultural and congress center, the Opera House, many theatres, galleries, museums, restaurants, and bars, are all within a 5-minute walk.
Free towels & bed linen, free internet & wifi, and air conditioning are features that are included in the price.
Fluxus Hostel is one of the best hostels in Ljubljana for couples because they have super double rooms that start at only €40.00 per night.
Prices
- Dorms from €12.00
- Privates from €40.00
5. Tresor Hostel
Tresor Hostel is a trendy hostel in the heart of Ljubljana, only steps from Preeren Square and the Three Bridges. Tresor has air-conditioned rooms and complimentary Wi-Fi. A card or a bracelet can be used to unlock all of the rooms.
Dormitory rooms have been reorganized into smaller vaults to increase privacy. In the same building, there is a bar/café that is open seven days a week, as well as a convenience store.
Prices
- Dorms from €12.00
- Privates from €38.00
6. Sax Hostel
Sax Hostel is the best party hostel in Ljubljana since it was built under the roof of the city's famed jazz pub, Sax Pub. It is conveniently positioned beside the Ljubljanica River, which runs through the heart of the city's vibrant old district.
Sax Hostel houses 2 immaculately renovated doubles (1 double, 1 twin) 2 dorm rooms, and 1 quadruple bedroom. All the rooms have air conditioning.
Power outlets and reading lights are available in all rooms, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi, a personal locker for baggage and belongings, and bike rentals.
Sax Hostel is one of the best hostels in Ljubljana for party-goers because of its super hip bar.
Prices
- Dorms from €10.00
- Privates from €40.00
7. C-punkt Hostel
C-punkt Hostel offers a variety of bright and stylishly furnished rooms in Ljubljana. The hostel is precisely halfway between the historic center and the train/bus stop. Free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a common room are among the amenities.
Prices
- Dorms from €12.00
- Privates from €35.00
8. AdHoc Hostel
AdHoc Hostel is located in the center of Ljubljana's Old Town. The Ljubljana castle, Preeren Square, and many other attractions are all within walking distance.
The hostel provides clean rooms at reasonable prices, friendly staff, and free maps, as well as a luggage room, self-service laundry, free WiFi, a free safety deposit box at the front desk, and no curfew.
Prices
- Dorms from €14.00
- Privates from €40.00
9. Hostel 24
Hostel 24 is situated only 200 meters away from the Dragon Bridge in the center of Ljubljana. Free wifi, bed linen, maps and information, lockers, luggage storage, tea and coffee-making facilities, chargers and adapters for rent, and a fully equipped guest kitchen are all available at this hostel.
Prices
- Dorms from €13.00
- Privates from €45.00
Final Thoughts on the Best Hostels in Ljubljana
I hope that this list of the best hostels in Ljubljana aids you in selecting a hostel that best meets your needs during your visit to the city. The overall quality of hostels in Ljubljana is great, although there are still those that are substandard or mediocre. This guide should hopefully help you avoid bad and mediocre hostels so you can enjoy your time in Ljubljana.
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