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How much do hostels in Xian cost?

Available dorm-bed prices in Xian, China range from $5 to $27/night over the next 3 months. HostelHound compares 10 hostels. Cheaper dates to stay include Oct 8.

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $6.

At $5/night and up, Xian is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in China.

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 7 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: 2026-10-07T09:54:50.544Z.

Cheaper dates to stay

The lower-priced dates currently available include October 8 (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 Xian

Where to stay

Most budget hostels cluster in and around the Muslim Quarter, on and off Beiyuanmen and the lanes near the Drum Tower square. Staying here puts you walking distance from the city wall's north gate and the main food strips, without needing to sort out the metro after a long day.

Getting around

  • Metro Line 9 runs to Qinlingxi station, where bus 617 finishes the trip to the Terracotta Warriors. Skip the overpriced tour buses that tout near Xi'an Railway Station and take the metro-plus-bus route instead. It is cheaper and reliable.
  • Rent a bike at the South Gate (Yongning Men) and ride the top of the city wall. The full loop is about 14 km. Go early morning before the tour groups arrive.
  • Biangbiang noodles cost roughly half as much at a small counter inside the Muslim Quarter compared to the tourist-facing stalls along the main Huimin Jie strip. Same noodles, half the price, better atmosphere.

When to go

January and February (outside of Chinese New Year week) are when hostel prices drop the lowest. Beds fill up fast and prices climb during Golden Week (October 1 to 7) and again in late April through early May.

Frequently asked questions

How much do hostels in Xian cost?

On a typical date, the cheapest available dorm bed is around $6. Dorm beds currently range from $5 to $27/night across the next 3 months of availability.

What are cheaper dates to stay in Xian?

Based on current listed prices, cheaper upcoming dates to stay in Xian include October 8.

How many hostels does HostelHound track in Xian?

HostelHound currently tracks 10 hostels in Xian, China.

Is Xian affordable compared to other hostel cities in China?

Xian is one of the more affordable hostel destinations in China, with dorm prices starting from $5/night.

Where do backpackers stay in Xian?

Most budget hostels cluster in and around the Muslim Quarter, on and off Beiyuanmen and the lanes near the Drum Tower square. Staying here puts you walking distance from the city wall's north gate and the main food strips, without needing to sort out the metro after a long day.

What is the best time of year to visit Xian?

January and February (outside of Chinese New Year week) are when hostel prices drop the lowest. Beds fill up fast and prices climb during Golden Week (October 1 to 7) and again in late April through early May.