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How much do hostels in Ghent cost?
Available dorm-bed prices in Ghent, Belgium range from $26 to $90/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 6 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Nov 2, Nov 17, Nov 22.
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $32.
Based on current listings, November dorm beds typically start around $29/night.
At $26/night and up, Ghent is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Belgium.
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 4 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: 2026-10-06T22:41:50.544Z.
Cheaper dates to stay
The lower-priced dates currently available include November 2 (one night),November 17 (one night),November 22 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.
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Local knowledge for Ghent
Where to stay
Most hostels sit within walking distance of the Graslei waterfront, around Sint-Jacobs and Patershol. Sint-Jacobs puts you a few minutes from Gravensteen and the weekend flea market, while still being close enough to Veldstraat and the main tram lines.
Getting around
- The Sint-Jacobs flea market runs Friday through Sunday mornings. Go early for cheap secondhand gear, and the surrounding food stalls are a far better breakfast than anything near the tourist waterfront.
- A De Lijn day pass covers all trams in the city and costs less than three single tickets. Buy it in the app before you board.
- The Ghent Altarpiece at Sint-Baafskathedraal sells timed slots online. Walk-up availability dries up by late morning in summer, and the ticket desk closes before the church does.
When to go
Hostels are easiest to book and cheapest from November through February. Gentse Feesten, a 10-day street festival that takes over the entire city center in mid-July, books out beds months in advance and pushes prices well above the normal summer rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much do hostels in Ghent cost?
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $32. Dorm beds currently range from $26 to $90/night across the next 3 months of availability.
What are cheaper dates to stay in Ghent?
Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Ghent include November 2, November 17, November 22.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Ghent?
HostelHound currently tracks 6 hostels in Ghent, Belgium.
How much do hostels in Ghent cost in November?
Based on current listings, November dorm beds typically start around $29/night.
Is Ghent affordable compared to other hostel cities in Belgium?
Ghent is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Belgium, with dorm prices starting from $26/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Ghent?
Most hostels sit within walking distance of the Graslei waterfront, around Sint-Jacobs and Patershol. Sint-Jacobs puts you a few minutes from Gravensteen and the weekend flea market, while still being close enough to Veldstraat and the main tram lines.
What is the best time of year to visit Ghent?
Hostels are easiest to book and cheapest from November through February. Gentse Feesten, a 10-day street festival that takes over the entire city center in mid-July, books out beds months in advance and pushes prices well above the normal summer rate.