The city of Paris is known for its shining opulence, luxurious fashion houses, and chic population, but it’s not untouchable to those of us with lesser means. If you’ve always wanted to see Paris, but can’t afford to stay at the Ritz-Carlton, here are some budget hostels that won’t upset your bank account and will still give you a memorable trip to Paris.
- Oops! Paris
Located in a neighborhood of Paris known as “La Petite Asie” in the 13th arrondissement, Oops! Paris stands out as a boldly decorated hostel located near five Metro stops, including Place d’Italie and Avenue des Gobelins. Offering a free Wi-Fi zone, free lockers, air conditioning, and a continental breakfast, this hostel offers the best value for the price starting at only 27 euro per person.
- Absolute Paris Hostel
At the intersection of the 3rd, 10th, and 11th arrondissements known for their quiet shops and canal views, Absolute Paris Hostel is a straightforward hostel with charming views of the Canal Saint Martin. An airport shuttle can take you to and from Orly or Charles de Gaulle airport. Rooms start at 29 euro and go up to 100 euro, depending on room size.
- Le Montclair Hostel
This hostel is for the social traveler and exudes a diverse and laidback vibe. After waking up from a long night wandering the streets like the artists of Montmartre, come back to some free breakfast and a bed. You can definitely meet some fellow travelers at Le Montclair with whom to explore the splendid 18th arrondissement.
- Lucky Youth
If there’s one word to describe Lucky Youth Hostel, it’s "togetherness." Starting at only 29 euro per person, you can stay at a unique, apartment-style collection of rooms with a fully equipped kitchen along with up to 8 other guests. There is no curfew, so you can truly treat it as though you’re a local living near Montparnasse in the City of Lights!
- Young and Happy Hostel
The Latin Quarter of Paris, or Le Quartier Latin, is known for its famous sites like the Pantheon, which houses many of France’s historical figures, and the Sorbonne, Paris’ oldest University, but also for its thriving and alive student population. Young and Happy Hostel is in the heart of this beautiful neighborhood, offering a bilingual staff, laundry room, free Wi-Fi, free breakfast and rooms with a lot of character. But here’s a travel tip: pack lightly because there is no elevator, (which is not uncommon for older European buildings).
This is just a small selection of the affordable hostels available to you throughout Paris. Hostels like these allow you the ability to visit more of Paris' main tourist attractions by not spending all of your funds on accommodations. After all, seeing Paris (and not seeing the inside of your hotel) is the reason for your trip in the first place!
