Search Hostels in Austin

By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and use more of your trip funds for fun things to do during your stay. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its live music venues and festivals.

No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to look first: Firehouse Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Sixth Street. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels and linens in all rooms. Austin Greenhouse Rentals - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and free bottled water. Native Hostel Austin - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Downtown Station and Plaza Saltillo Station. Property features include free WiFi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries. Drifter Jack’s Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of University of Texas at Austin. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and tour/ticket assistance. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms.

If you’re searching for somewhere affordable to stay in Austin, one of Expedia’s 5 hostels could be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 29°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 13°C. Average annual precipitation for Austin is 1010 mm.

In general, Austin is known for its live music, festivals and theatres. Major attractions include Sixth Street, Lake Travis and Kalahari Indoor Water Park. Get out into nature with places such as Waterloo Park, Zilker Botanical Garden and Zilker Park. Cultural attractions include Paramount Theatre, Moody Theater and Long Center for the Performing Arts.

Keep this information about transit options in Austin in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), located 6.4 mi (10.3 km) away. An alternative is Killeen, TX (GRK-Killeen-Fort Hood Regional), located 55 mi (88.6 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. Walk to nearby metro stations such as Downtown Station, Plaza Saltillo Station and Zilker Zephyr Station. If you’re eager to check out more of the area, head over to Austin Station to catch a train.