Nice hostels in Salzburg
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Popular choice
Yoho - International Youth Hostel
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
- Bar/ Lounge area
Found merely 1.4 km from Mozart Monument, this Salzburg hostel is in proximity to worship locations like Franciscan Church. The hostel is also 18 minutes on foot from the art gallery "Residenzgalerie Salzburg".
Mirabell Palace is around 700 metres away, and Salzburg State Theatre, available to diversify your stay, is approximately 1 km away.
Yoho - International Youth Hostel
- 24-hour reception
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
- Bar/ Lounge area
Yoho - International Youth Hostel
Found merely 1.4 km from Mozart Monument, this Salzburg hostel is in proximity to worship locations like Franciscan Church. The hostel is also 18 minutes on foot from the art gallery "Residenzgalerie Salzburg".
Mirabell Palace is around 700 metres away, and Salzburg State Theatre, available to diversify your stay, is approximately 1 km away.
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Guest favorite
Institut St.Sebastian
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Vending machines
- Terrace
The hostel is located around a 5-minute ride from Stiegl-Brauwelt Brewery Museum and just 500 metres from Salzburg State Theatre. Historical sites in the area include Mirabell Palace, situated only 0.7 km away.
Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as the formal gardens "Mirabellengarten", which is a mere 600 metres away.
Institut St.Sebastian
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Heating
- Vending machines
- Terrace
Institut St.Sebastian
The hostel is located around a 5-minute ride from Stiegl-Brauwelt Brewery Museum and just 500 metres from Salzburg State Theatre. Historical sites in the area include Mirabell Palace, situated only 0.7 km away.
Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as the formal gardens "Mirabellengarten", which is a mere 600 metres away.
Stadtalm Naturfreundehaus
- Restaurant
- Express check-in/ -out
- Welcome drink
- Heating
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
Toy Museum Salzburg is located nearly 5 minutes' walk from the hostel, while natural sites, such as Hellbrunn Renaissance Palace are about a 10-minute ride away. Nearby shopping destinations comprise the large courtyard "Plaza de Mozart" (0.7 km) and the grand 16th - century Residenza Fountain Square (0.6 km) for visitors to explore.
Also, the 10-room Stadtalm Naturfreundehaus hostel is a short way from the large medieval Fortress Hohensalzburg.
Stadtalm Naturfreundehaus
- Restaurant
- Express check-in/ -out
- Welcome drink
- Heating
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
Stadtalm Naturfreundehaus
Toy Museum Salzburg is located nearly 5 minutes' walk from the hostel, while natural sites, such as Hellbrunn Renaissance Palace are about a 10-minute ride away. Nearby shopping destinations comprise the large courtyard "Plaza de Mozart" (0.7 km) and the grand 16th - century Residenza Fountain Square (0.6 km) for visitors to explore.
Also, the 10-room Stadtalm Naturfreundehaus hostel is a short way from the large medieval Fortress Hohensalzburg.
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Eco-friendly stay
The Keep Eco Rooms
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 20.91 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Heating
Guests may find Museum of Natural History located a mere 1.3 km from the comfortable hostel, while the sumptuous 16th-century Residenza Fountain Square is a mere 1.6 km away. This hostel also boasts a prime location, only a few steps from Salzburg Congress Convention Center.
Old Market Square is a 13-minute walk from the Salzburg property.
The Keep Eco Rooms
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
US$ 20.91 per day
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Heating
The Keep Eco Rooms
Guests may find Museum of Natural History located a mere 1.3 km from the comfortable hostel, while the sumptuous 16th-century Residenza Fountain Square is a mere 1.6 km away. This hostel also boasts a prime location, only a few steps from Salzburg Congress Convention Center.
Old Market Square is a 13-minute walk from the Salzburg property.
Mynext - Riverside Hotel Salzburg
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
The Benedictine monastery "Stift Nonnberg" is 2.3 km from the Salzburg hotel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Stiegl-Brauwelt Brewery Museum, which is approximately a 10-minute drive away. There is Christuskirche Salzburg Evangelische Kirche Evangelical Church not far from the hostel.
Old Market Square can also be found merely 0.7 km away.
Mynext - Riverside Hotel Salzburg
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
Mynext - Riverside Hotel Salzburg
The Benedictine monastery "Stift Nonnberg" is 2.3 km from the Salzburg hotel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Stiegl-Brauwelt Brewery Museum, which is approximately a 10-minute drive away. There is Christuskirche Salzburg Evangelische Kirche Evangelical Church not far from the hostel.
Old Market Square can also be found merely 0.7 km away.
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Eco-friendly stay
Kolping Premium Hostel Salzburg
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Situated in the Itzling district of Salzburg, the Salzburg hostel is 2.8 km from sacred sites like the ancient St. Peter's Abbey. The hostel is situated around a 10-minute ride from the baroque-style 17th-century Salzburg Cathedral.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the pleasure gardens "Hellbrunn Palace", which is approximately 7 km away.
Kolping Premium Hostel Salzburg
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Kolping Premium Hostel Salzburg
Situated in the Itzling district of Salzburg, the Salzburg hostel is 2.8 km from sacred sites like the ancient St. Peter's Abbey. The hostel is situated around a 10-minute ride from the baroque-style 17th-century Salzburg Cathedral.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the pleasure gardens "Hellbrunn Palace", which is approximately 7 km away.
Hostel Salzburg-Wals
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
- Sun terrace
The house museum "Mozart's Birthplace" is located within a 10-minute drive of the comfortable hostel and the football stadium "Red Bull Arena" is 2.9 km away. Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the seventeenth-century Baroque Salzburg Cathedral, which is 5 km from the hostel.
Salzburg-Wals hostel is also located around a 25-minute walk from Red Bull Hangar-7.
Hostel Salzburg-Wals
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Billiard tables
- Sun terrace
Hostel Salzburg-Wals
The house museum "Mozart's Birthplace" is located within a 10-minute drive of the comfortable hostel and the football stadium "Red Bull Arena" is 2.9 km away. Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the seventeenth-century Baroque Salzburg Cathedral, which is 5 km from the hostel.
Salzburg-Wals hostel is also located around a 25-minute walk from Red Bull Hangar-7.
Eduard-Heinrich-Haus, Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Table tennis
- Sun terrace
Staying at the hostel in Salzburg, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including the baroque Felsenreitschule, which is 3 km away. You can visit sacred sites such as Franciscan Church, found approximately 10 minutes' drive from the Salzburg hostel.
The formal gardens "Mirabellengarten" is 3.4 km from the Salzburg accommodation.
Eduard-Heinrich-Haus, Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Leisure/ TV room
- Table tennis
- Sun terrace
Eduard-Heinrich-Haus, Hostel
Staying at the hostel in Salzburg, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including the baroque Felsenreitschule, which is 3 km away. You can visit sacred sites such as Franciscan Church, found approximately 10 minutes' drive from the Salzburg hostel.
The formal gardens "Mirabellengarten" is 3.4 km from the Salzburg accommodation.
Sishaus - Private Room Rental
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
Staying at this hostel in Salzburg, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including Salzburg State Theatre, which is 50 metres away. Museum of Natural History is a short way from the Salzburg hostel.
Sishaus - Private Room Rental hostel is 0.7 km from Historic Centre of the City of Salzburg and 10 minutes' walk from the formal gardens "Mirabellengarten".
Sishaus - Private Room Rental
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Heating
Sishaus - Private Room Rental
Staying at this hostel in Salzburg, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including Salzburg State Theatre, which is 50 metres away. Museum of Natural History is a short way from the Salzburg hostel.
Sishaus - Private Room Rental hostel is 0.7 km from Historic Centre of the City of Salzburg and 10 minutes' walk from the formal gardens "Mirabellengarten".
Hostel Bad Goisern
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
Kleines Matterhorn is in proximity to this hostel, while Evangelische Kirche Bad Goisern is 550 metres away. The Bad Goisern hostel is located 5 minutes' walk from Kath. Pfarrkirche hl. Martin.
The rooms feature a sitting area, as well as such comforts as air conditioning.
Hostel Bad Goisern
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Live entertainment
- Terrace
Hostel Bad Goisern
Kleines Matterhorn is in proximity to this hostel, while Evangelische Kirche Bad Goisern is 550 metres away. The Bad Goisern hostel is located 5 minutes' walk from Kath. Pfarrkirche hl. Martin.
The rooms feature a sitting area, as well as such comforts as air conditioning.
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Best-rated
Safestay Kitzbuehel Centre
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
- Terrace
Situated 2.7 km from Schleier Waterfall, the hostel is a short way from such sports venues as Generali Open Stadium. This hostel also boasts a convenient location, a stone's throw from Kitzbuheler Innenstadt.
The 46-room Safestay Kitzbuehel Centre hostel offers access to the rococo Church of Our Lady Kitzbuehel, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away.
The rooms at this Kitzbuhel hostel come with a balcony and a dining area and offer views of the city. Also, these rooms include sound-proof windows and a parquet floor, as well as comforts like ironing facilities.
Safestay Kitzbuehel Centre
- Shared kitchen
- Shuttle service
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Flat-screen TV
- Entertainment
- Terrace
Safestay Kitzbuehel Centre
Situated 2.7 km from Schleier Waterfall, the hostel is a short way from such sports venues as Generali Open Stadium. This hostel also boasts a convenient location, a stone's throw from Kitzbuheler Innenstadt.
The 46-room Safestay Kitzbuehel Centre hostel offers access to the rococo Church of Our Lady Kitzbuehel, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away.
The rooms at this Kitzbuhel hostel come with a balcony and a dining area and offer views of the city. Also, these rooms include sound-proof windows and a parquet floor, as well as comforts like ironing facilities.
Mountain Hotel & Hostel
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sauna
- Sun terrace
The hostel is also about 10 minutes' drive from the Planai Bike Park.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the Schladming City Museum, which is 3.3 km away.
Mountain Hotel & Hostel
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sauna
- Sun terrace
Mountain Hotel & Hostel
The hostel is also about 10 minutes' drive from the Planai Bike Park.
The nearby cultural landmarks include the Schladming City Museum, which is 3.3 km away.
Jugendgaestehaus Mondsee
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Vending machines
- Table tennis
- Sun terrace
This Mondsee hostel is located a mere 450 metres from Market Square and 4.8 km from Drachenwand Mountain. Alpenseebad Mondsee Lake is also situated only 12 minutes' walk away.
The 21-room Jugendgaestehaus Mondsee hostel provides a convenient location in the vicinity of the Catholic church "Basilica of St. Michael".
Jugendgaestehaus Mondsee
- Free parking
- Leisure/ TV room
- Heating
- Vending machines
- Table tennis
- Sun terrace
Jugendgaestehaus Mondsee
This Mondsee hostel is located a mere 450 metres from Market Square and 4.8 km from Drachenwand Mountain. Alpenseebad Mondsee Lake is also situated only 12 minutes' walk away.
The 21-room Jugendgaestehaus Mondsee hostel provides a convenient location in the vicinity of the Catholic church "Basilica of St. Michael".
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Beach access
Jugendgaestehaus St. Gilgen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Skiing
- Terrace
Staying at this hostel, guests can pay a visit to the fringed Lake Wolfgang, located around 700 metres away. The Sankt Gilgen hostel is also 20 minutes on foot from the Benedictine monastery "Gut Aich Priory".
The nearby cultural landmarks include Heimat Museum, which is 0.6 km away.
Jugendgaestehaus St. Gilgen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Skiing
- Terrace
Jugendgaestehaus St. Gilgen
Staying at this hostel, guests can pay a visit to the fringed Lake Wolfgang, located around 700 metres away. The Sankt Gilgen hostel is also 20 minutes on foot from the Benedictine monastery "Gut Aich Priory".
The nearby cultural landmarks include Heimat Museum, which is 0.6 km away.
Jugendherberge Bad Gastein
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Skiing
- Sun terrace
The Bad Gastein hostel also boasts a prime location, just near Kaiserin Elisabeth-Denkmal.
Guests will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like Golf Club Gastein, which is 2.6 km away.
Jugendherberge Bad Gastein
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Skiing
- Sun terrace
Jugendherberge Bad Gastein
The Bad Gastein hostel also boasts a prime location, just near Kaiserin Elisabeth-Denkmal.
Guests will enjoy proximity to entertainment attractions like Golf Club Gastein, which is 2.6 km away.
Skill Mountain Lodge - Ski Und Bike Hostel Im Sommer Mit Joker Card
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Security
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Ski to door
This hostel is located in the Hinterglemm district, 2.2 km from natural sites such as Kaptn Hook Water Park. The Saalbach-Hinterglemm hostel is a 15-minute ride from Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm.
The Saalbach-Hinterglemm property is also located 2.9 km from Evi Fersterer.
Skill Mountain Lodge - Ski Und Bike Hostel Im Sommer Mit Joker Card
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- Security
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Ski to door
Skill Mountain Lodge - Ski Und Bike Hostel Im Sommer Mit Joker Card
This hostel is located in the Hinterglemm district, 2.2 km from natural sites such as Kaptn Hook Water Park. The Saalbach-Hinterglemm hostel is a 15-minute ride from Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm.
The Saalbach-Hinterglemm property is also located 2.9 km from Evi Fersterer.
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Great deal
Snowbunnys Backpackers Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Terrace
Casino Kitzbuhel is located around 400 metres from the hostel, while natural sites, such as Alpine Flower Garden Kitzbuehel Horn Nature Preserve are 4.1 km away. Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the 14th - century Church of Our Lady Kitzbuehel, which is within a few blocks of the Kitzbuhel hostel.
The 32-room Snowbunnys Backpackers hostel boasts a prime location a mere 7 minutes on foot from Sportpark Kitzbuhel GmbH.
Snowbunnys Backpackers Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Security
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Terrace
Snowbunnys Backpackers Hostel
Casino Kitzbuhel is located around 400 metres from the hostel, while natural sites, such as Alpine Flower Garden Kitzbuehel Horn Nature Preserve are 4.1 km away. Guests can explore nearby places of worship, including the 14th - century Church of Our Lady Kitzbuehel, which is within a few blocks of the Kitzbuhel hostel.
The 32-room Snowbunnys Backpackers hostel boasts a prime location a mere 7 minutes on foot from Sportpark Kitzbuhel GmbH.
Alpking Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Terrace
The comfortable hostel is located just near St. Anna.
Guests will also find Pfarrkirche, which is just 5 minutes' walk from the hostel.
Alpking Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Golf course
- Terrace
Alpking Hostel
The comfortable hostel is located just near St. Anna.
Guests will also find Pfarrkirche, which is just 5 minutes' walk from the hostel.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Salzburg, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Yoho - International Youth Hostel |
8.1 / 10 (5652 Reviews) |
From 56$ | |
| Institut St.Sebastian |
8.6 / 10 (675 Reviews) |
From 31$ | |
| Stadtalm Naturfreundehaus |
7.5 / 10 (1218 Reviews) |
From 112$ | |
| The Keep Eco Rooms |
7.3 / 10 (3986 Reviews) |
From 39$ | |
| Mynext - Riverside Hotel Salzburg |
8.0 / 10 (804 Reviews) |
From 102$ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which hostels near Salzburg's city center are best for budget travelers?
Stadtalm Naturfreundehaus and Yoho - International Youth Hostel provide budget-friendly options within walking distance of major attractions like Mirabell Palace and Gardens. You can explore the Old Town easily from these locations.
For the best rates, visit during off-peak season from November to March, when prices drop significantly.
What family-friendly hostels in Salzburg are close to the main train station?
Mynext - Riverside Hotel Salzburg and Kolpinghaus Salzburg - Sommerhostel are both near Salzburg Hauptbahnhof. These hostels offer amenities that cater to families, including spacious rooms and easy access to public transport.
Book your family room well in advance, especially during summer, to ensure availability near the train station.
Which hostels near popular landmarks in Salzburg are recommended?
Eduard-Heinrich-Haus, Hostel and Snowbunnys Backpackers Hostel are conveniently located near landmarks like Hohensalzburg Fortress. Both provide a unique experience while being close to sightseeing opportunities.
Visit Hohensalzburg Fortress in the early morning to enjoy fewer crowds and great panoramic views.
Are there any affordable hostels in Salzburg with kitchens?
Hostel Bad Goisern and Jugendgaestehaus Mondsee offer kitchen facilities for guests. This is great for making meals and saving money, especially for longer stays.
Buy groceries at nearby markets before peak meal times, which can help keep food costs low.
What hostels in Salzburg are great for young travelers?
Alpking Hostel and Skill Mountain Lodge are ideal for young travelers, as they provide both social and recreational activities. They often organize events and outings, making it easier to meet others.
Look for evening gatherings at these hostels to connect with fellow travelers and share tips.
Which hostels in Salzburg are pet-friendly?
Stadtalm Naturfreundehaus and Hostel Salzburg-Wals welcome pets, making them suitable for travelers with dogs. Confirm pet policies when booking for a stress-free stay.
If you plan to visit parks, check if your hostel offers nearby green spaces for your pets to enjoy.
What are the best hostels in Salzburg for meeting other travelers?
Yoho - International Youth Hostel and Snowbunnys Backpackers Hostel both encourage interaction among guests. They host game nights and organized tours to create a friendly atmosphere.
Join a group activity at least once during your stay to fully enjoy the social aspect of backpacking.
How can I get from Salzburg Airport to downtown?
You can take bus line 2 directly from Salzburg Airport to the city center, which runs every 30 minutes. It's a cost-effective way to reach central hostels within 30 minutes.
Purchase a one-way ticket on the bus for €2.70; it saves you time and avoids long taxi queues.
What unique events does Salzburg host throughout the year?
Salzburg's famous events include the Salzburg Festival in summer and Advent markets in December. These bring vibrant culture, music, and festive shopping.
Plan your trip around the summer festival from late July to end of August for an incredible experience with concerts and performances.
How can I explore Salzburg's historic districts effectively?
Walking is the best way to explore Salzburg's Old Town, where you can visit landmarks like Mozart's Birthplace and the Salzburg Cathedral. Most attractions are within a 20-minute walk of each other.
Download a map of the Old Town to follow a self-guided tour, highlighting major sites in just a few hours.