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How much do hostels in Labuan Bajo cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Labuan Bajo, Indonesia range from $5 to $15/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 12 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Jan 1, Jan 2, Jan 3.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $7.

At $5/night and up, Labuan Bajo is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Indonesia.

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 6 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: 2026-10-07T17:50:29.888Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include January 1 (one night),January 2 (one night),January 3 (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 Labuan Bajo

Where to stay

Most budget beds sit along Jalan Soekarno Hatta and the alleys climbing uphill from the harbor. The further you walk from the waterfront, the cheaper the room.

Getting around

  • Book your Komodo boat tour directly at the main harbor pier rather than through your hostel. The hostel markup often runs 30-50% above what you'll pay at the dock.
  • Eat at the warungs on Jalan Soekarno Hatta rather than the seafood restaurants with harbor views. The fish comes from the same boats at half the price.
  • The ride from Komodo Airport into town takes about 10 minutes. Skip prearranged hostel pickups and flag a motorcycle ojek outside arrivals for a fraction of the cost.

When to go

January through March brings rain and the cheapest beds. July and August fill up fast as dry-season divers and Komodo trekkers book out the harbor-area guesthouses weeks in advance.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Labuan Bajo cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $7. Dorm beds currently range from $5 to $15/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Labuan Bajo?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Labuan Bajo include January 1, January 2, January 3.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Labuan Bajo?

HostelHound currently tracks 12 hostels in Labuan Bajo, Indonesia.

Is Labuan Bajo affordable compared to other hostel cities in Indonesia?

Labuan Bajo is one of the pricier hostel destinations in Indonesia, with dorm prices starting from $5/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Labuan Bajo?

Most budget beds sit along Jalan Soekarno Hatta and the alleys climbing uphill from the harbor. The further you walk from the waterfront, the cheaper the room.

What is the best time of year to visit Labuan Bajo?

January through March brings rain and the cheapest beds. July and August fill up fast as dry-season divers and Komodo trekkers book out the harbor-area guesthouses weeks in advance.