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How much do hostels in Graz cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Graz, Austria range from $12 to $19/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 2 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 8, Nov 8, Nov 22.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $13.

At $12/night and up, Graz is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Austria.

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 1 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: 2026-10-08T00:31:11.909Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include October 8 (one night),November 8 (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 Graz

Where to stay

Lend, on the west bank of the Mur, is where most budget travelers end up: Lendplatz puts you near cafes, the Saturday market, and a short tram ride to the Altstadt. The Hauptbahnhof area has the highest concentration of hostels and sits on tram line 1, which runs straight through to Hauptplatz.

Getting around

  • Skip the paid Schlossberglift and take the free tunnel entrance at Schlossbergplatz instead. Same hilltop clock tower view, no ticket.
  • Kaiser-Josef-Markt runs Monday through Saturday mornings and has cheap local produce, bread, and snacks. It beats any supermarket for a packed lunch.
  • Buy tram tickets at a Tabak shop before you board. On-board purchases cost more, and inspectors do check.

When to go

Hostels are cheapest from November through February (skip Christmas market weeks in December, which spike prices). July and August fill up with summer tourists, and October gets tight during the Steirischer Herbst festival.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Graz cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $13. Dorm beds currently range from $12 to $19/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Graz?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Graz include October 8, November 8, November 22.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Graz?

HostelHound currently tracks 2 hostels in Graz, Austria.

Is Graz affordable compared to other hostel cities in Austria?

Graz is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in Austria, with dorm prices starting from $12/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Graz?

Lend, on the west bank of the Mur, is where most budget travelers end up: Lendplatz puts you near cafes, the Saturday market, and a short tram ride to the Altstadt. The Hauptbahnhof area has the highest concentration of hostels and sits on tram line 1, which runs straight through to Hauptplatz.

What is the best time of year to visit Graz?

Hostels are cheapest from November through February (skip Christmas market weeks in December, which spike prices). July and August fill up with summer tourists, and October gets tight during the Steirischer Herbst festival.