Paris Hostels

What Is a Hostel?

If you're searching for a low-cost place to stay in Paris, one of its 23 hostels might be a great option for you. No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodation options all offer the following:

• Shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too)
• Budget prices
• A social atmosphere

Hostels are a great way to stay in Paris for good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. You can check out cultural highlights like the museums in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Paris?

The weather can be important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate:

• The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
• January-March: Daytime temperatures average 14° C and night-time temperatures average 1° C
• April-June: 24° C is the daytime average and 5° C is the night-time average
• July-September: Daytime averages are around 24° C and night-time averages are around 10° C
• October-December: The average temperatures are 18° C during the day and 2° C at night
• Average rainfall is 616 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Paris?

Depending on what you're interested in, you might like these places to visit:

• Galeries Lafayette
• Paris Catacombs
• Eiffel Tower

• Luxembourg Gardens
• Jardin des Plantes
• Parc Monceau

• Museum Georges Pompidou
• Louvre Museum
• Paris Opera

In general, Paris is known for its:

• Museums
• Monuments
• Architecture
• Cafes
• Art
• Tours
• Theatre
• Churches

How to Get to Paris and Around the Area

You can find the nearest airport in Paris (ORY-Orly), located 9.3 mi (15 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Paris (CDG-Roissy-Charles de Gaulle), situated 14.2 mi (22.9 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. Take advantage of metro transport at Les Halles Station, Louvre - Rivoli Station and Paris Chatlet-Les Halles Station. To see more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Paris Gare de l'Est, Paris-St-Lazare Station or Paris Nord Station.