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How much do hostels in Salt Lake City cost?
Available dorm-bed prices in Salt Lake City, USA range from $40 to $77/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 2 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 14, Oct 15, Oct 18.
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $46.
Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $41/night.
At $40/night and up, Salt Lake City is one of the pricier hostel destinations in USA.
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 2 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: 2026-10-07T22:13:11.909Z.
Cheaper dates to stay
The lower-priced dates currently available include October 14 (one night),October 15 (one night),October 18 (one night). Cheaper stay dates show when lower prices are available. They do not say how far ahead to book.
Other cities in USA
- Las Vegas hostel prices from $10/night
- Los Angeles hostel prices from $14/night
- Miami hostel prices from $15/night
- Santa Fe hostel prices from $21/night
- San Francisco hostel prices from $23/night
- Chicago hostel prices from $25/night
- New Orleans hostel prices from $26/night
- Honolulu hostel prices from $30/night
- Washington DC hostel prices from $31/night
- San Diego hostel prices from $32/night
- Denver hostel prices from $35/night
- Austin hostel prices from $36/night
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Local knowledge for Salt Lake City
Where to stay
Most hostels sit within a few blocks of State Street and 200 South downtown, which puts you on the TRAX light rail and close to Gallivan Plaza and the Granary District. If you want a quieter, more local-feeling base, the 9th and 9th area (900 South at 900 East) has good independent coffee and food, though you will need a bus or bike to get there from most accommodation.
Getting around
- TRAX light rail runs from the airport straight into downtown for a small fare, a straightforward alternative to a rideshare at the end of a long travel day.
- Red Iguana on North Temple is worth it for cheap, filling New Mexican food, but the line builds quickly. Arrive right when they open or come mid-afternoon on a weekday.
- Liberty Park, roughly at 700 East and 900 South, is free, large, and a solid way to spend a hot afternoon without opening your wallet.
When to go
Prices are lowest in April, May, and October. Hostels fill up and rates climb in late January around the Sundance Film Festival (based in nearby Park City) and again from June through August when SLC is a common stop on national parks road trips to Zion and Arches.
Frequently asked questions
How much do hostels in Salt Lake City cost?
On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $46. Dorm beds currently range from $40 to $77/night across the next 3 months of availability.
What are cheaper dates to stay in Salt Lake City?
Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Salt Lake City include October 14, October 15, October 18.
How many hostels does HostelHound track in Salt Lake City?
HostelHound currently tracks 2 hostels in Salt Lake City, USA.
How much do hostels in Salt Lake City cost in October?
Based on current listings, October dorm beds typically start around $41/night.
Is Salt Lake City affordable compared to other hostel cities in USA?
Salt Lake City is one of the pricier hostel destinations in USA, with dorm prices starting from $40/night.
Where do backpackers stay in Salt Lake City?
Most hostels sit within a few blocks of State Street and 200 South downtown, which puts you on the TRAX light rail and close to Gallivan Plaza and the Granary District. If you want a quieter, more local-feeling base, the 9th and 9th area (900 South at 900 East) has good independent coffee and food, though you will need a bus or bike to get there from most accommodation.
What is the best time of year to visit Salt Lake City?
Prices are lowest in April, May, and October. Hostels fill up and rates climb in late January around the Sundance Film Festival (based in nearby Park City) and again from June through August when SLC is a common stop on national parks road trips to Zion and Arches.