Portland
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Dorm beds in Portland, USA range from $39 to $58/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 2 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Jul 7, Jul 8, Sep 30.
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Hostel prices in Portland, USA
A typical dorm night in Portland runs about $47.
Across the upcoming months, July tends to be the cheapest month (from $39/night) and August the most expensive (from $44/night).
At $39/night and up, Portland is one of the pricier hostel destinations in USA.
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Local knowledge for Portland
Where to stay
Most hostels cluster in Southeast Portland, along Hawthorne Boulevard and Division Street, where food cart pods, used bookshops, and cheap restaurants are easy to reach on foot. A few downtown options put you closer to the MAX light rail and Powell's Books on West Burnside.
Getting around
- Take the MAX Red Line from PDX airport directly into downtown. It stops downtown at Pioneer Square (North and South) and costs a fraction of what a rideshare will run you.
- Portland's food carts gather in pods across the city (the famous SW 9th and Alder pod closed in 2019, but bigger eastside pods remain). Hit one for lunch instead of sitting down at a restaurant.
- A TriMet day pass covers the MAX and all city buses. Pick one up if you plan to move between neighborhoods more than twice in a day. It pays for itself fast.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book from November through February. July and August are the hardest months to find a reasonable bed, so plan ahead if summer is your only option.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Portland cost per night?
Dorm beds in Portland currently range from $39 to $58/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Portland?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Portland are July 7, July 8, September 30.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Portland?
HostelHawk currently tracks 2 hostels in Portland, USA.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Portland?
Based on current availability, July has the lowest hostel prices in Portland, with dorm beds from $39/night.
Is Portland affordable compared to other hostel cities in USA?
Portland is one of the pricier hostel destinations in USA, with dorm prices starting from $39/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Portland?
Most hostels cluster in Southeast Portland, along Hawthorne Boulevard and Division Street, where food cart pods, used bookshops, and cheap restaurants are easy to reach on foot. A few downtown options put you closer to the MAX light rail and Powell's Books on West Burnside.
What is the best time of year to visit Portland?
Hostels are cheapest and easiest to book from November through February. July and August are the hardest months to find a reasonable bed, so plan ahead if summer is your only option.