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How much do hostels in Kotor cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Kotor, Montenegro range from $19 to $56/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 12 hostels.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $19.

Based on current listings, November dorm beds typically start around $19/night.

At $19/night and up, Kotor is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Montenegro.

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 8 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: 2026-10-08T10:42:11.909Z.

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Local knowledge for Kotor

Where to stay

Most hostels sit just outside the Old Town walls, along Jadranski put between the North Gate and the bus station, close enough to walk into Stari Grad in two minutes without paying the premium of sleeping inside the medieval city. A handful of guesthouses operate within the walls themselves, but expect thin walls, tight staircases, and noise from the main square, Trg od Oružja, on weekends.

Getting around

  • Fly into Tivat Airport (TIV), 8 km from Kotor, rather than Podgorica. The taxi runs a modest fare and saves you a two-hour bus connection.
  • Climb the San Giovanni Fortress before 9am or after 4pm. Cruise ships dock midday and their passengers flood the 1,350-step trail, so the same hike feels like a different experience at the margins of the day.
  • The green market just outside the North Gate sells local produce, olives, and cheese at a fraction of the Old Town restaurant prices. Stock up there for a picnic instead of eating at the tourist-facing spots on the main square.

When to go

May and late September offer the best hostel rates and manageable crowds. July and August book out weeks ahead, with prices roughly double, especially when multiple cruise ships are in port simultaneously.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Kotor cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $19. Dorm beds currently range from $19 to $56/night across the next 3 months of availability.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Kotor?

HostelHound currently tracks 12 hostels in Kotor, Montenegro.

How much do hostels in Kotor cost in November?

Based on current listings, November dorm beds typically start around $19/night.

Is Kotor affordable compared to other hostel cities in Montenegro?

Kotor is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Montenegro, with dorm prices starting from $19/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Kotor?

Most hostels sit just outside the Old Town walls, along Jadranski put between the North Gate and the bus station, close enough to walk into Stari Grad in two minutes without paying the premium of sleeping inside the medieval city. A handful of guesthouses operate within the walls themselves, but expect thin walls, tight staircases, and noise from the main square, Trg od Oružja, on weekends.

What is the best time of year to visit Kotor?

May and late September offer the best hostel rates and manageable crowds. July and August book out weeks ahead, with prices roughly double, especially when multiple cruise ships are in port simultaneously.