Ljubljana Hostel Prices

How much do hostels in Ljubljana cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Ljubljana, Slovenia range from $15 to $89/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 36 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Nov 1, Nov 2, Nov 3.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $17.

Based on current listings, November dorm beds typically start around $15/night.

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 14 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: 2026-10-07T18:51:41.291Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include November 1 (one night),November 2 (one night),November 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 Ljubljana

Where to stay

Most budget travelers end up somewhere between Prešernov trg and the Old Town along Stari trg. If you want quieter sleep and slightly cheaper beds, the Tabor district, about a 10-minute walk east of the castle hill, has a handful of solid hostels away from the terrace bar noise.

Getting around

Grab a BicikeLJ day pass (1€) from the docking stations near Prešernov trg. It covers the whole city flat and gets you out to Tivoli Park without doubling back on foot.
Vodnikov trg market runs Monday through Saturday mornings. The cooked-food stalls on the riverside edge sell hot lunches for 4 to 6€, roughly half what the Ljubljanica terrace restaurants charge for the same plate.
Skip the Ljubljana Card unless you are hitting three or more paid museums in a single day. The Old Town, the castle courtyard, and the Metelkova art district are all free to walk.

When to go

July and August push hostel rates up 30 to 50 percent and beds go fast. April, May, and late September offer the sharpest prices while still giving you enough daylight for day trips to Postojna Cave or Lake Bled.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Ljubljana cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $17. Dorm beds currently range from $15 to $89/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Ljubljana?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Ljubljana include November 1, November 2, November 3.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Ljubljana?

HostelHound currently tracks 36 hostels in Ljubljana, Slovenia.

How much do hostels in Ljubljana cost in November?

Based on current listings, November dorm beds typically start around $15/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Ljubljana?

Most budget travelers end up somewhere between Prešernov trg and the Old Town along Stari trg. If you want quieter sleep and slightly cheaper beds, the Tabor district, about a 10-minute walk east of the castle hill, has a handful of solid hostels away from the terrace bar noise.

What is the best time of year to visit Ljubljana?

July and August push hostel rates up 30 to 50 percent and beds go fast. April, May, and late September offer the sharpest prices while still giving you enough daylight for day trips to Postojna Cave or Lake Bled.