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How much do hostels in Amman cost?
Available dorm-bed prices in Amman, Jordan range from $8 to $16/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 20 hostels.
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $8.
At $8/night and up, Amman is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Jordan.
How these prices work: Hostelworld listings, based on one night and the selected dorm-bed type. “Typical starting price” is the median of daily minimum prices across 7 contributing properties—not the typical hostel’s price. Amounts are converted to USD; verify availability and final taxes and fees on Hostelworld. Filters can narrow the advertised results below, but this summary remains citywide. Latest city scrape: 2026-09-13T21:49:53.929Z.
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Local knowledge for Amman
Where to stay
Downtown Al-Balad, around King Faisal Street and Al-Husseini Mosque, has the cheapest hostels and puts you walking distance from the Roman Amphitheater and the gold souk. Jabal Amman near 1st and 2nd Circles costs a bit more but Rainbow Street has the cafes and the walk up to the Citadel is straightforward.
Getting around
- Skip metered taxis and use Careem or inDrive instead. Street taxis almost never run the meter for foreigners, and the apps show the price upfront.
- Shared service taxis run fixed routes between neighborhoods for under 0.50 JOD. Ask locals at any taxi stand which number goes where you need.
- If you plan to visit Petra, Jerash, or Wadi Rum, buy the Jordan Pass online before landing. It covers the entry visa fee plus site tickets and pays for itself quickly.
When to go
March through May and October through November fill hostels fast and prices climb. December through February is the slowest stretch with the lowest rates, though Amman gets cold and occasionally sees rain.
Frequently asked questions
How much do hostels in Amman cost?
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $8. Dorm beds currently range from $8 to $16/night across the next 3 months of availability.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Amman?
HostelHound currently tracks 20 hostels in Amman, Jordan.
Is Amman affordable compared to other hostel cities in Jordan?
Amman is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Jordan, with dorm prices starting from $8/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Amman?
Downtown Al-Balad, around King Faisal Street and Al-Husseini Mosque, has the cheapest hostels and puts you walking distance from the Roman Amphitheater and the gold souk. Jabal Amman near 1st and 2nd Circles costs a bit more but Rainbow Street has the cafes and the walk up to the Citadel is straightforward.
What is the best time of year to visit Amman?
March through May and October through November fill hostels fast and prices climb. December through February is the slowest stretch with the lowest rates, though Amman gets cold and occasionally sees rain.