Jerusalem
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Dorm beds in Jerusalem, Israel range from $24 to $74/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 12 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 4, Jul 5, Jul 6.
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Hostel prices in Jerusalem, Israel
A typical dorm night in Jerusalem runs about $24.
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Hostels we track in Jerusalem
- Stay Inn 7.7 · 1,324 reviews
- Palm Hostel 8.0 · 1,020 reviews
- New Swedish Hostel 9.4 · 664 reviews
- The Post Hostel 7.0 · 647 reviews
- Cinema Hostel 10.0 · 537 reviews
- Capsule Space X 9.1 · 82 reviews
- Paamonim Private Studios 0.0 · 3 reviews
- Jeroom Hostel 10.0 · 1 reviews
- Malka Hotel 0.0 · 1 reviews
- New Gate Hostel
- New Imperial Hotel
- Space Art
Local knowledge for Jerusalem
Where to stay
Most budget hostels cluster around Jaffa Gate and Damascus Gate, which puts you within walking distance of the Old City's four quarters without dragging bags through narrow stone alleys. A handful of cheaper guesthouses sit along Salah al-Din Street in East Jerusalem, a ten-minute walk from the Muslim Quarter and handy for the bus station.
Getting around
- Load an Rav-Kav card at any light rail station on Jaffa Road. Line 1 connects the Central Bus Station, Mahane Yehuda market, and the Old City area for a flat 5.5 NIS per ride, cheaper than any sherut for short hops.
- Abu Shukri on Al-Wad Street in the Muslim Quarter serves one of the best hummus plates in the country for under 30 NIS. Eat there instead of the tourist-facing spots on the main Via Dolorosa drag.
- Book well ahead for Passover, Easter, and the High Holidays (Rosh Hashanah through Sukkot). Hostels fill weeks out and prices can triple. If your dates are flexible, late January through mid-February is when you will find the lowest rates and the thinnest crowds.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest in November and late January through February. They fill fastest during Passover (March or April), Easter week, and the Jewish High Holiday stretch in September or October.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Jerusalem cost per night?
Dorm beds in Jerusalem currently range from $24 to $74/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Jerusalem?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Jerusalem are July 4, July 5, July 6.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Jerusalem?
HostelHawk currently tracks 12 hostels in Jerusalem, Israel.
Where do backpackers stay in Jerusalem?
Most budget hostels cluster around Jaffa Gate and Damascus Gate, which puts you within walking distance of the Old City's four quarters without dragging bags through narrow stone alleys. A handful of cheaper guesthouses sit along Salah al-Din Street in East Jerusalem, a ten-minute walk from the Muslim Quarter and handy for the bus station.
What is the best time of year to visit Jerusalem?
Hostels are cheapest in November and late January through February. They fill fastest during Passover (March or April), Easter week, and the Jewish High Holiday stretch in September or October.