Top 7 Backpacker Hostels in Paris: Budget-Friendly Accommodations

Discover the best budget-friendly hostels in the City of Light. From vibrant social scenes to quiet retreats, find your perfect Parisian home away from home. Read on for detailed reviews, amenities, and insider tips. Hotel names are linked to their official websites.

1. Le Village Hostel Montmartre

Price Range: $25-$45 USD per night
Room Types: Mixed dorms (4-8 beds), female-only dorms, private rooms
Rating: 4.3/5.0
Location: 20 Rue d’Orsel, 75018 Paris
Distance from Airport: 26 km from Charles de Gaulle Airport
Transportation: 2-minute walk from Anvers Metro Station (Line 2)
Check-in/Check-out: 3:00 PM / 11:00 AM
Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, lockers, communal kitchen, rooftop terrace, luggage storage, elevator
Meals: Breakfast available for €6
Nearby Attractions: Sacré-Cœur Basilica (5-minute walk), Moulin Rouge (15-minute walk)

Reviews Summary: “The rooftop view of Sacré-Cœur is breathtaking!” “Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful with local tips.” “Great atmosphere for meeting other travelers.” “The kitchen could use more utensils and cookware.” “Rooms were clean, but a bit cramped for 8 people.”

Pros:

Excellent location in the heart of Montmartre
Beautiful rooftop terrace with Sacré-Cœur views
Friendly and knowledgeable staff
Great social atmosphere

Cons:

Some rooms can feel crowded
Kitchen could be better equipped
Noise from nearby bars in the evening

1. Le Village Hostel Montmartre

2. Generator Paris

Price Range: $30-$60 USD per night
Room Types: Mixed dorms (4-10 beds), female-only dorms, private rooms
Rating: 4.1/5.0
Location: 9-11 Place du Colonel Fabien, 75010 Paris
Distance from Airport: 23 km from Charles de Gaulle Airport
Transportation: 1-minute walk from Colonel Fabien Metro Station (Line 2)
Check-in/Check-out: 2:00 PM / 10:00 AM
Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, bar, café, game room, laundry facilities, elevator, vending machines
Meals: Breakfast buffet available for €7.50
Nearby Attractions: Canal Saint-Martin (10-minute walk), Parc des Buttes-Chaumont (15-minute walk)

Reviews Summary: “Modern and clean facilities, feels more like a hotel than a hostel.” “The bar area is great for socializing and meeting new people.” “Beds were comfortable with individual power outlets and reading lights.” “Location is a bit far from main attractions, but well-connected by metro.” “Staff were efficient but not as warm as in smaller hostels.”

Pros:

Modern and stylish design
Excellent facilities including a popular bar and café
Comfortable beds with privacy curtains
Good value for money

Cons:

Location is not central to main tourist attractions
Can feel impersonal due to its large size
Additional charges for towels and lockers

2. Generator Paris

3. The 3 Ducks Eiffel Tower by Hiphophostels

Price Range: $35-$55 USD per night
Room Types: Mixed dorms (4-8 beds), female-only dorms, private rooms
Rating: 4.4/5.0
Location: 6 Place Etienne Pernet, 75015 Paris
Distance from Airport: 31 km from Charles de Gaulle Airport
Transportation: 5-minute walk from Commerce Metro Station (Line 8)
Check-in/Check-out: 2:00 PM / 11:00 AM
Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, bar, outdoor patio, lockers, luggage storage
Meals: Continental breakfast available for €6.50
Nearby Attractions: Eiffel Tower (20-minute walk), Champ de Mars (15-minute walk)

Reviews Summary: “Fantastic location, easy walk to the Eiffel Tower!” “The bar has a great atmosphere and reasonably priced drinks.” “Rooms are small but clean and well-maintained.” “Staff went above and beyond to help with travel plans.” “Bathrooms could use more frequent cleaning during peak hours.”

Pros:

Excellent location near the Eiffel Tower
Lively bar with good social atmosphere
Helpful and friendly staff
Good value for the location

Cons:

Rooms and common areas can feel cramped
Bathrooms may get busy during peak hours
Street noise can be an issue in some rooms

3. The 3 Ducks Eiffel Tower by Hiphophostels

4. St Christopher’s Inn Canal

Price Range: $28-$50 USD per night
Room Types: Mixed dorms (4-12 beds), female-only dorms, private rooms
Rating: 4.2/5.0
Location: 159 Rue de Crimée, 75019 Paris
Distance from Airport: 25 km from Charles de Gaulle Airport
Transportation: 2-minute walk from Crimée Metro Station (Line 7)
Check-in/Check-out: 2:00 PM / 11:00 AM
Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, bar, restaurant, nightclub, terrace, lockers, laundry facilities
Meals: All-you-can-eat breakfast buffet for €5
Nearby Attractions: Parc de la Villette (10-minute walk), Canal de l’Ourcq (5-minute walk)

Reviews Summary: “The Belushi’s bar downstairs is great for meeting people and cheap drinks.” “Pod-style beds offer good privacy in dorm rooms.” “The canal-side location is beautiful and less touristy.” “Nightclub can be noisy if you’re trying to sleep early.” “Breakfast is good value but can get very crowded.”

Pros:

Modern pod-style beds in dorms
Lively bar and nightclub on-site
Beautiful canal-side location
Good transport links

Cons:

Can be noisy due to on-site bar and nightclub
Location is far from central Paris attractions
Common areas can get crowded during peak times

4. St Christopher’s Inn Canal

5. The People – Paris Nation

Price Range: $30-$55 USD per night
Room Types: Mixed dorms (4-6 beds), female-only dorms, private rooms
Rating: 4.5/5.0
Location: 28 Place de la Nation, 75012 Paris
Distance from Airport: 28 km from Charles de Gaulle Airport
Transportation: Direct access to Nation Metro Station (Lines 1, 2, 6, 9)
Check-in/Check-out: 3:00 PM / 11:00 AM
Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, co-working space, rooftop terrace, kitchen, laundry room, bike rental
Meals: Breakfast available for €7.50
Nearby Attractions: Bois de Vincennes (20-minute walk), Père Lachaise Cemetery (20-minute walk)

Reviews Summary: “The rooftop terrace offers amazing views of Paris.” “Co-working space was perfect for digital nomads like me.” “Rooms are modern, clean, and well-designed.” “Great location with easy access to multiple metro lines.” “Kitchen could be better equipped for the number of guests.”

Pros:

Modern and stylish design
Excellent rooftop terrace
Co-working space for digital nomads
Great transport links

Cons:

Location is not central to main tourist attractions
Kitchen can get crowded during peak hours
Some find it pricier than other hostels

5. The People – Paris Nation

6. FIAP Jean Monnet

Price Range: $35-$60 USD per night
Room Types: Mixed dorms (4-6 beds), private rooms
Rating: 4.0/5.0
Location: 30 Rue Cabanis, 75014 Paris
Distance from Airport: 33 km from Charles de Gaulle Airport
Transportation: 5-minute walk from Glacière Metro Station (Line 6)
Check-in/Check-out: 3:00 PM / 10:00 AM
Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, restaurant, bar, garden, meeting rooms, laundry facilities
Meals: Breakfast included in room rate
Nearby Attractions: Catacombs of Paris (15-minute walk), Luxembourg Gardens (25-minute walk)

Reviews Summary: “More like a budget hotel than a typical hostel, very clean and quiet.” “Breakfast was good and included in the price.” “Staff were professional but not as social as in other hostels.” “Great for groups and school trips, less so for solo travelers.” “Location is residential and quiet, but far from main attractions.”

Pros:

Clean and quiet environment
Good for groups and those seeking a calmer atmosphere
Breakfast included in room rate
Professional staff and well-maintained facilities

Cons:

Less social atmosphere than typical hostels
Location is far from central Paris
Lacks some typical hostel amenities like a communal kitchen

6. FIAP Jean Monnet

7. JO&JOE Paris Nation

Price Range: $30-$50 USD per night
Room Types: Mixed dorms (4-8 beds), private rooms
Rating: 4.3/5.0
Location: 61 Rue de Buzenval, 75020 Paris
Distance from Airport: 27 km from Charles de Gaulle Airport
Transportation: 5-minute walk from Buzenval Metro Station (Line 9)
Check-in/Check-out: 3:00 PM / 12:00 PM
Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, bar, restaurant, game room, terrace, shared kitchen
Meals: Breakfast available for €8
Nearby Attractions: Père Lachaise Cemetery (15-minute walk), Parc de Belleville (20-minute walk)

Reviews Summary: “The design is unique and fun, feels very modern and youthful.” “Great common areas for socializing and meeting other travelers.” “Beds were comfortable with individual power outlets and reading lights.” “Location is in a local neighborhood, away from tourist crowds.” “Bar prices were a bit high compared to local cafes.”

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