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How much do hostels in Sarajevo cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Sarajevo, Bosnia range from $13 to $39/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 17 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 7.

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

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 12 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: 2026-10-07T12:07:50.544Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include October 7 (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 Sarajevo

Where to stay

Most hostels cluster inside or just outside Baščaršija, the old Ottoman quarter, which puts you within a short walk of the Sebilj fountain, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, and the cheapest ćevapi in the city. A handful of budget options sit along the main tram corridor heading west toward Marijin Dvor, a quieter base with easy access to the Eternal Flame and the National Museum.

Getting around

  • Bravadžiluk, a short alley in Baščaršija, has several no-frills ćevapi spots where a full portion with somun bread runs well under 5 convertible marks. Eat here instead of the tourist-facing restaurants one block over.
  • The cable car to Trebević mountain was restored after decades out of service and gets you above the city in minutes without booking a tour. The views back over the valley are worth the trip, and the ride itself is inexpensive.
  • Sarajevo uses the convertible mark (BAM), pegged to the euro at roughly 1.96 BAM. Withdraw marks from an ATM rather than exchanging at kiosks near the old bazaar, where rates are consistently worse.

When to go

Hostels are cheapest from November through early March, outside a short spike around the new year. Prices climb steadily from June and hit their highest point in July and August, when the Sarajevo Film Festival in mid-August fills beds across the city.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Sarajevo cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $13. Dorm beds currently range from $13 to $39/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Sarajevo?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Sarajevo include October 7.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Sarajevo?

HostelHound currently tracks 17 hostels in Sarajevo, Bosnia.

Where do backpackers stay in Sarajevo?

Most hostels cluster inside or just outside Baščaršija, the old Ottoman quarter, which puts you within a short walk of the Sebilj fountain, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, and the cheapest ćevapi in the city. A handful of budget options sit along the main tram corridor heading west toward Marijin Dvor, a quieter base with easy access to the Eternal Flame and the National Museum.

What is the best time of year to visit Sarajevo?

Hostels are cheapest from November through early March, outside a short spike around the new year. Prices climb steadily from June and hit their highest point in July and August, when the Sarajevo Film Festival in mid-August fills beds across the city.