Salzburg
Austria · Price calendar
Dorm beds in Salzburg, Austria range from $23 to $334/night over the next 3 months. HostelHawk tracks 9 properties. Cheapest upcoming dates: Aug 31, Sep 13, Sep 1.
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Hostel prices in Salzburg, Austria
A typical dorm night in Salzburg runs about $40.
Across the upcoming months, August tends to be the cheapest month (from $23/night) and July the most expensive (from $33/night).
At $23/night and up, Salzburg is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Austria.
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Hostels we track in Salzburg
- Yoho International Youth Hostel Salzburg 8.8 · 16,653 reviews
- MEININGER Salzburg City Center 7.6 · 5,745 reviews
- a&o Salzburg Hauptbahnhof 7.4 · 2,020 reviews
- Stadtalm Naturfreundehaus 7.4 · 447 reviews
- Adlerhof 10.0 · 316 reviews
- myNext - Riverside Hotel Salzburg 9.3 · 297 reviews
- Hotel Lasserhof 5.1 · 292 reviews
- Goldenes Theater Hotel Salzburg 0.0 · 140 reviews
- soom Salzburg I Capsule Hotel 9.8 · 7 reviews
Local knowledge for Salzburg
Where to stay
Budget hostels cluster around the Hauptbahnhof and along Linzer Gasse on the right bank of the Salzach. That puts you a short walk from Mirabellplatz and an easy 10-minute stroll across the river to the Altstadt, without paying the premium for sleeping inside the old town itself.
Getting around
- The Salzburg Card (available in 24, 48, and 72-hour versions) covers the Festungsbahn funicular, entry to Hohensalzburg fortress, and all city buses. If you plan to visit more than two paid attractions, it typically pays for itself before lunch.
- The Grünmarkt near the cathedral sells bread, cheese, and sausage at everyday prices. A far cheaper lunch than anything on Getreidegasse, where restaurant margins are aimed squarely at day-trippers.
- The city runs on a trolleybus network (Obus) that covers most areas you will actually want to reach. Buy a strip ticket from the machines at major stops rather than paying the higher single-ride fare on board.
When to go
Hostels are cheapest in November and early March. July and August are the hardest months to find affordable beds, as the Salzburg Festival draws visitors from across Europe and inventory gets booked weeks in advance.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hostel in Salzburg cost per night?
Dorm beds in Salzburg currently range from $23 to $334/night based on the next 3 months of availability.
When are the cheapest dates to book a hostel in Salzburg?
Based on current data, the cheapest upcoming dates for hostels in Salzburg are August 31, September 13, September 1.
How many hostels does HostelHawk track in Salzburg?
HostelHawk currently tracks 9 hostels in Salzburg, Austria.
What's the cheapest month to book a hostel in Salzburg?
Based on current availability, August has the lowest hostel prices in Salzburg, with dorm beds from $23/night.
Is Salzburg affordable compared to other hostel cities in Austria?
Salzburg is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Austria, with dorm prices starting from $23/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Salzburg?
Budget hostels cluster around the Hauptbahnhof and along Linzer Gasse on the right bank of the Salzach. That puts you a short walk from Mirabellplatz and an easy 10-minute stroll across the river to the Altstadt, without paying the premium for sleeping inside the old town itself.
What is the best time of year to visit Salzburg?
Hostels are cheapest in November and early March. July and August are the hardest months to find affordable beds, as the Salzburg Festival draws visitors from across Europe and inventory gets booked weeks in advance.