Youth Hostels in Greece

There have always been youth hostels in Athens, at least as long as I can remember though some were not called hostels. They were mostly in old mansions and you had a choice of living dormitory style or having your own room. In the old days you could also stay on the roof for almost nothing and since it hardly ever rains in the summer this was a great deal. They were not the best of accommodations to say the least and you had to share the bathroom with a dozen or more people. But if you needed a bed (or a spot on the roof to lay out your sleeping bag) staying at a youth hostel left money for more important things like eating and drinking. There are still a few youth hostels left particularly in Athens, and also a number of pensions and hostels that are not necessarily for youths. There are also some on the islands though competition from the small family run hotels makes the hostel business less than lucrative these days. But because the number are few and the people who are on a budget are many it may be a good idea to try to book one in advance if possible.

The most well known hostel in Athens is the Athens International Youth Hostel is on Victor Hugo street a few blocks from Omonia Square. The Student and Travelers Inn has the best location for sure, right in the center of the Plaka on Kydathenon street. The Athens Backpackers at 12 Makri Street has a chef making home-cooked meals and various activities for young people. There are a number of low budget hotels some of which are former bordellos that have been coverted into hostels like the Fivos which is right on Athinas, my favorite street in Athens and also in a very convenient location. The Dioskouros is also right in the Plaka and has cheap monthly rates for students staying in Athens for school. The Hostel Zeus is on Sofokleous street right near the Central market, also a great location just a few steps from Psiri. Generally these hostels are pretty favorably reviewed and if you are young they are a great place to meet other travelers.

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