Jerusalem Hostels

הוסטל אברהם ירושלים

Widely regarded as one of the best hostels in the world, Abraham Hostel is a buzzing social hub offering private rooms and dormitories, a rooftop bar, guided tours, and Shabbat dinners.

הוסטל ירושלים

One of Jerusalem's oldest and most centrally located hostels, right on Jaffa Road near Zion Square with a famous rooftop terrace offering Old City views.

הוספיציה האוסטרית - מעונות עולי רגל

A Habsburg imperial guesthouse opened in 1863 on the Via Dolorosa, with dormitory beds and arguably the finest panoramic rooftop view of the Old City.

מלון והוסטל אל-האשמי

Nestled in the heart of the Old City's souk, Hashimi puts guests right in the middle of the ancient marketplace atmosphere, steps from the Via Dolorosa and the Dome of the Rock.

המלון האימפריאלי החדש - מעונות

Operating since 1885 inside the Jaffa Gate, this historic establishment hosted Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1898. The dormitory wing offers budget travelers a chance to sleep inside the Old City walls.

הוסטל נוער בית שמואל

Part of the World Union for Progressive Judaism campus near Independence Park, with affordable dormitory accommodation in a culturally active setting hosting concerts and art exhibitions.

הוסטל נוער עין כרם

An Israel Youth Hostel Association property in the tranquil village of Ein Kerem, surrounded by churches, monasteries, and artists' studios.

הוסטל פייסל

A longtime backpacker favorite near the Damascus Gate, one of East Jerusalem's most established budget options since the 1980s. Features basic dorms and a rooftop with city wall views.

הוסטל פאלם ירושלים

A well-known budget hostel near the Damascus Gate area, serving backpackers and pilgrims for decades with simple dorms and a communal kitchen.

בית הארחה קתדרלת סנט ג'ורג'

Run by the Anglican Diocese within the stunning Victorian St. George's Cathedral compound, offering dormitory and private rooms amid peaceful gardens.

הוספיציה קאסה נובה - חדרי עולי רגל

Operated by the Franciscan Custody of the Holy Land within the Christian Quarter since the 19th century, steps from the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

בית הארחה כנסיית כריסטוס - מעונות

Part of the oldest Protestant church in the Middle East, built inside the Old City in 1849. The compound includes a café, bookshop, and regular cultural events.

מעונות עולי רגל נוטרדאם

The grand Notre Dame Center operated by the Vatican offers budget dormitory accommodation in a majestic 1887 building directly opposite the New Gate and Old City walls.

מקלט ירושלים הוסטל

A cozy budget hostel popular with young backpackers for its central location near Ben Yehuda pedestrian mall and the vibrant Nahalat Shiva neighborhood.

הוסטל עץ לימון

A lively hostel adjacent to the legendary Mahane Yehuda Market, benefiting from one of Jerusalem's best food and nightlife locations.

פוסט הוסטל ירושלים

Set in a converted historic post office building near the Mahane Yehuda Market, this trendy hostel bridges the gap between budget and boutique with creative design and a rooftop terrace.

הירקון 48 ירושלים

Sister hostel to the well-known Tel Aviv property, offering a fun social atmosphere with dorms, private rooms, regular events, and helpful staff.

טיילי גב כביש חברון

A relaxed backpacker hostel on the Hebron Road corridor, convenient for exploring the German Colony's cafés, the Jerusalem Cinematheque, and Liberty Bell Park.

הוסטל שער יפו

One of the few hostels located directly inside the Old City walls at the Jaffa Gate, with an unbeatable location for exploring the Armenian and Jewish quarters and the Tower of David.

בית הארחה אבו שוקרי

Above the famous Abu Shukri hummus restaurant on Al-Wad Road, offering basic dormitory beds in an authentically atmospheric location deep within the Muslim Quarter.

הוסטל נוער המצודה

Located within the Old City walls near the Armenian Quarter and the Tower of David, offering very simple, affordable accommodation for pilgrims and budget travelers.

הוסטל שער הזהב

Named for the sealed Golden Gate in the Old City's eastern wall, offering budget accommodation with convenient access to the Old City's northern gates.

הוסטל ראוט 66 ירושלים

A fun, casual hostel on the main Jaffa Road artery, popular with backpackers for its central location, social atmosphere, and easy light rail access.

הוסטל העיר העתיקה

Situated in the beautifully reconstructed Jewish Quarter, steps from the Western Wall Plaza and the Cardo, providing an immersive experience in ancient Jerusalem.

הוסטל נוער אל-זהרה

A budget hostel in the Azzahra neighborhood of East Jerusalem, catering to travelers, pilgrims, and backpackers seeking affordable accommodation near the Old City.

בית עולי רגל אקצ'ה הומו

Run by the Sisters of Zion in a convent directly on the Via Dolorosa, with remarkable archaeological remains of Hadrian's Roman arch visible from the guesthouse.

מעונות מרכז הלימודים הפרנציסקאני

A dormitory for scholars and pilgrims associated with the Franciscan Custody of the Holy Land, offering simple accommodation near the Mount of Olives.

הוסטל YMCA ירושלים הבינלאומית

Budget dormitory rooms within the magnificent YMCA Three Arches building, one of Jerusalem's greatest architectural masterpieces designed in 1933.

הוסטל טבסקו

A small, characterful hostel near the Bezalel Academy of Arts and the Mahane Yehuda area, known for its laid-back vibe and helpful staff.

הוסטל הגפן

A welcoming hostel in the historic Nahalat Shiva quarter, one of the first neighborhoods built outside the Old City walls in the 1860s, now full of cafés, bars, and galleries.

בית הארחה הכותל המערבי

Possibly the closest hostel accommodation to the Western Wall, a profound choice for travelers wanting to be steps from Judaism's holiest accessible site.

הוסטל כביש בית לחם

Well-positioned for travelers who want to visit both Jerusalem and Bethlehem, close to the Pat neighborhood and several excellent local restaurants.

הוסטל שער ציון

Very close to the Zion Gate in the Armenian Quarter, ideal for pilgrims visiting Mount Zion, the Cenacle, King David's Tomb, and the Jewish Quarter.

הוסטל הפלומינו

A central hostel near the Mamilla Mall and Jaffa Gate, benefiting from an excellent location between the old and new cities.

הוסטל אלכסנדר

On the pedestrian Ben Yehuda Street in downtown Jerusalem, a budget option with a prime location in the heart of the modern city's shopping and dining scene.

הוסטל בית קטן רחביה

A small, intimate hostel run by Atlas Hotels in the upscale Rehavia neighborhood, offering hostel-level pricing in one of Jerusalem's most prestigious areas.

הוסטל שער בית לחם

Located in southern Jerusalem near the Jerusalem-Bethlehem border, ideal for travelers splitting time between the two cities.

הוסטל כביש יריחו

On the ancient Jericho Road at the base of the Mount of Olives, providing inexpensive accommodation for travelers visiting Gethsemane and the Mount of Olives churches.

הוסטל סליפ-אין

A convenient, no-frills hostel on Hillel Street in the downtown area, popular with budget travelers for its central location and easy access to restaurants and transport.

טיילי גב כיכר ציון

Directly on Zion Square, the historic heart of modern Jerusalem, connected to the main light rail route.

הוסטל אגרון

A peaceful hostel on Agron Street adjacent to Independence Park, offering dormitory beds in a garden setting that feels surprisingly tranquil.

הוסטל הגיא

On the main north-south artery of the Old City's Muslim Quarter, steps from the colorful market stalls, the Western Wall, and the Haram al-Sharif.

הוסטל מגדל דוד

Steps from the Tower of David Museum and the Jaffa Gate, one of the most atmospherically located budget options in Jerusalem.

הוסטל שער ירושלים

Near the entrance to Jerusalem from the Tel Aviv highway, convenient for travelers arriving by bus or car, with good light rail connections to the city center.

הוסטל כביש עזה

A quiet hostel in Jerusalem's academic and diplomatic district, near the Hebrew University's Givat Ram campus, the Israel Museum, and the Knesset.

הוסטל 37

A compact, well-located hostel at number 37 Jaffa Road, in the beating heart of Jerusalem's transit and commercial corridor.

בית עולי רגל מנזר הדורמיציה

Run by Benedictine monks at the magnificent Dormition Abbey on Mount Zion, where tradition holds the Virgin Mary fell into her eternal sleep.

הוסטל סנט פטר אין גליקנטו

Adjacent to the church marking where Peter denied Jesus, on Mount Zion with extraordinary views over the Kidron Valley and the City of David.

בית עולי רגל בית עניה

In the village of Bethany (Al-Eizariya) just east of Jerusalem, site of Lazarus's tomb, serving those following the Gospel trail.

חדרי אירוח משכנות שאננים

Limited guesthouse accommodation in the landmark first neighborhood built outside the Old City walls in 1860 by Sir Moses Montefiore, with panoramic Old City views.

הוסטל טרה סנקטה

Operated by the Franciscan Custody at the 1926 Terra Sancta building on HaNevi'im Street, an important cultural center.

הוסטל השילוח

Near the Pool of Siloam and the City of David archaeological park, ideal for visitors exploring biblical-period Jerusalem.

בית עולי רגל בית חסדא

Near the Pool of Bethesda and the beautiful Crusader Church of St. Anne inside Lions Gate, offering dormitory beds in a supremely holy location.

הוסטל הרובע הארמני

A small, quiet hostel in the Old City's most tranquil quarter, ideal for contemplative travelers exploring the rich Armenian heritage and St. James Cathedral.

הוסטל שבטי ישראל

Near the Musrara neighborhood and the Rockefeller Museum, at the intersection of East and West Jerusalem.

הוסטל עין גדי ירושלים

A practical hostel in the Givat Shaul area near the Jerusalem-Tel Aviv highway, convenient for travelers arriving by intercity bus.

מוריה בקפקרס

A sociable backpacker hostel on Keren Hayesod Street, close to the Jerusalem Theater, Liberty Bell Park, and the main diplomatic quarter.

הוסטל השוק

Located inside the Mahane Yehuda Market, immersing guests in Jerusalem's most vibrant food market with the sounds and smells of fresh produce and spices.

חדרים בתקציב בן יהודה

Dormitory and budget private rooms on the iconic Ben Yehuda Street pedestrian mall, lined with street musicians, cafés, and souvenir shops.

הוסטל המגיד

A basic hostel in the Jewish Quarter close to the Western Wall Tunnels, the Broad Wall, and the Cardo.

הוסטל פנורמי

Offers extraordinary views of the entire Old City skyline from the Mount of Olives, a budget option for one of the world's most dramatic outlooks.

הוסטל הקישור

In the charming Nahalat Shiva lane network, offering a social atmosphere with excellent café culture right outside the door.

בית הארחה 14

A simple guesthouse on Nablus Road offering dormitory accommodation for budget travelers visiting East Jerusalem and the Old City.

בית המטיילים ירושלים

A friendly budget option in central Jerusalem with private and dormitory rooms, a communal kitchen, and a social lounge.

הוסטל נחלאות שיבעה

Set in the lanes of historic Nahalat Shiva, built in 1869 as one of the first Jewish neighborhoods outside the Old City walls, among artisan galleries and cafés.

הוסטל שקיעה ירושלים

Near the Israel Museum, Knesset, and Hebrew University Givat Ram campus, with spectacular Jerusalem sunset views.

בית עולי רגל הדסה

Near the famous Hadassah Hospital in Ein Kerem, known for its Chagall stained glass windows, serving both medical visitors and religious pilgrims.

הוסטל בית ניסן

In the Jerusalem Hills countryside, offering a rural retreat with easy access to hiking trails and the forested landscape surrounding Jerusalem.

מעונות מנזר רטיסבון

Simple dormitory at the historic 1874 Catholic Ratisbonne Monastery on Shmuel HaNagid Street, with a peaceful garden oasis in the city center.

הוסטל שמחה

A lively hostel right at the entrance to the Mahane Yehuda Market, named for the Hebrew word for joy. Perfect for food culture and vibrant nightlife.

הוסטל רוק ירושלים

A youthful, music-themed hostel with a lively common room atmosphere, regular music events, and organized group trips to the Dead Sea and Masada.

פילגרים אין ירושלים

A modest pilgrim guesthouse in the Kiryat Shmuel area, catering primarily to religious pilgrims on organized Holy Land tours.

הוסטל נוער יצחק רבין

An Israel Youth Hostel Association property named in memory of the assassinated Prime Minister, with reliable budget accommodation and good facilities.

בית הארחה שייח' ג'ראח

In the Sheikh Jarrah neighborhood of East Jerusalem, offering accommodation for journalists, NGO workers, and diplomatic visitors.

בית עולי רגל רחוב הנביאים

On the historic Street of the Prophets, one of Jerusalem's most architecturally significant 19th-century thoroughfares lined with consulates and missionary buildings.

הוסטל הר ציון

Adjacent to Mount Zion outside the Zion Gate, close to the Dormition Abbey, the Room of the Last Supper, and King David's Tomb with Hinnom Valley views.

הוסטל המחסן

Converted from a historic warehouse near the Mahane Yehuda Market, combining industrial-chic design with budget pricing in Jerusalem's most energetic neighborhood.

הוסטל תחנת הרכבת הישנה

Near the beautifully restored First Station, Jerusalem's original 1892 Ottoman railway station converted into a popular arts and food hub.

הוסטל מרכז השלום

A youth hostel affiliated with coexistence programs in East Jerusalem, offering budget accommodation and community engagement.

בית הארחה על החומה

A small, atmospheric guesthouse built into the ancient walls of the Old City in the Christian Quarter, with rooms literally adjoining the ancient fortifications.

הוסטל מרים

A small, family-run hostel offering warm Arab hospitality, home-cooked meals, and a genuine local experience for travelers interested in Palestinian culture.

הוסטל הדסים

In the quiet, tree-lined Beit HaKerem neighborhood in western Jerusalem, offering a neighborhood feel away from tourist areas.

טיילי גב תלפיות

A budget hostel in the Talpiot area of southern Jerusalem, with reasonable bus access to the city center.

הוסטל גבעת רם

Near the Israel Museum, the Bible Lands Museum, the Knesset, and the Supreme Court — ideal for culturally curious travelers.

הוסטל כביש ירושלים

Just outside Jerusalem in Mevasseret Zion on the Tel Aviv highway, a budget option for travelers who don't mind a short bus ride into the city.

הוסטל עמק רפאים

On the café-lined Emek Refaim Street in the German Colony, walking distance to the First Station entertainment complex and Liberty Bell Park.

הוסטל הרובע המוסלמי

Deep in the Muslim Quarter offering an authentic bazaar experience, past spice sellers, butchers, and artisans plying ancient trades.

הוסטל באב אל-ואד

At the gateway to the Jerusalem Hills, famous for the rusted 1948 War of Independence armored vehicles left as memorials along the road. Serves hikers and cyclists.

הוסטל עיר דוד

Adjacent to the City of David National Park, the most active archaeological excavation in Israel, perfect for history enthusiasts wanting to explore Hezekiah's Tunnel.

הוסטל נחלאות

In the bohemian Nachlaot neighborhood, a labyrinthine network of small courtyards and alleyways known for its musicians, artists, and eclectic residents.

הוסטל שער האריות

Near the Lions Gate, close to the Via Dolorosa's beginning, the Pool of Bethesda, and the Haram al-Sharif/Temple Mount complex.

הוסטל עמק קידרון

Overlooking the Kidron Valley between the Old City and the Mount of Olives, with views of ancient burial monuments and the Garden of Gethsemane.

בית עולי רגל ויה דולורוסה

Directly on the Via Dolorosa, the traditional path Jesus walked carrying the cross — few accommodations can match its spiritual significance.

הוסטל השער החדש

Just inside the New Gate — the newest of the Old City's eight gates, opened in 1887 — ideally positioned for Christian pilgrims.

מעונות אורחים האוניברסיטה העברית

Dormitory-style accommodation on the historic 1925 Mount Scopus campus during academic breaks, with panoramic views over Jerusalem and the Judean Desert.

הוסטל מוסררה

In the artistic Musrara neighborhood at the seam between East and West Jerusalem, once the no-man's land between Israeli and Jordanian Jerusalem from 1948 to 1967.

הוסטל מחנה יהודה

Embedded in the market itself, for travelers who want complete immersion in Jerusalem's most vibrant neighborhood that transforms into a nightlife district after dark.

בית הסטודנטים רחביה

Affordable dormitory accommodation in the prestigious Rehavia neighborhood, popular with students, academics, and researchers.

בית הארחה ימין משה

In the picturesque Yemin Moshe neighborhood below Montefiore's windmill, with postcard views of the Old City walls.

הוסטל בני ברית

An affordable hostel run by B'nai B'rith in central Jerusalem, offering clean, simple accommodation with an emphasis on community and Jewish heritage programming.