Skip to main content

The best hostels in Beijing

Some of the best backpacker spots in Beijing

Filter by:


Review score

Superb: 9+ Very good: 8+ Good: 7+ Pleasant: 6+
Our top picks Lowest price first Star rating and price Top reviewed

See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates.

Owned by a talented flower artist, Peking Youth Hostel is housed in a traditional Chinese building located along the lively Nanluogu Xiang, one of the famous Hutongs in downtown Beijing. A short 5-minute stroll from Houhai bar area, the hostel features a charming garden and colourful rooms with air conditioning. Free WiFi is available in all areas.

Good in the center of the cultural center

Show more Show less
7.6
Good
253 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

Beijing P.Loft Hostel is located in downtown Beijing, within the hutong (alley houses) neighborhood behind the Lama Temple. Beijing’s top attractions are easily within reach via subway. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Perfect and easily accessible from airport or train station

Show more Show less
7.2
Good
349 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

北京京春映向派酒店 is a 10-minute drive from Lama Temple and a 10-minute drive from Bejing Railway Station. The hostel offers a chargeable airport shuttle service to Beijing Capital Airport, a 50-minute drive away.

The hostel offers a business centre and a tour desk. Luggage storage and safety deposit box are available at the 24-hour front desk.

Show more Show less
8.3
Very good
3 reviews

Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
Search hostels in Beijing

Most booked hostels in Beijing this month

Hostels that guests love in Beijing

  • Avg. price/night: £66.50
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews
    Cozy room, very clean, lots of amenities offered, great location, safe and close to lots of little restaurants, cafes etc. Lovely staff.
    Minjoo
    Young couple
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 349 reviews
    Excellent location, 24 hour reception, good backpacker vibes, it was easy to make friends and go out to dinner. I don't understand the horrible reviews on hostel world, the place was fine (although it helps if you speak Chinese or have experience in 1 star Chinese hotels)
    Daniel
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £112.04
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 247 reviews
    Right in town. Beijing a big town I mean huge city. But location of hotel good for the major attractions and subway at front door and buses as well. Couldn't ask for more. Also for day tours they pick-up nearby. Really just a great location. 👍 Restaurants abound and fast food easy cheap or expensive your choice.
    Ian Lyons
    Young couple
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 349 reviews
    Comfy bed, social, washing machine, sold drinks and snacks, bathroom was cleaned regularly, lots of common areas. Cheapest place available in Beijing (although still expensive for what it was). A great location near the subway and a small shop was nearby.
    Grace
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £149.93
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 384 reviews
    Located in Beijing Hutong between 2 metro stations (within walking distance). Very near to Wangfujing shopping street and food! Walkable distance to Forbidden City as well (but about 20mins walk). Basic room with necessary amenities, but i love the shared pantry area which gives a homely vibe. Hotel is more like a youth hostel vibe, friendly staffs who will help to give recommendations on food and places on interest.
    Kelly Sok Yin
    Young couple
  • 7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3 reviews
    Near subway and cheap local restaurants. Lots of space, authentic experience Safe and secure
    Barry
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £82.12
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,252 reviews
    As a solo backpacker I almost booked an overpriced hostel which was less then 30% cheaper than this but had average reviews. I’m so glad I booked this instead. It’s easily a 4 or 5 star hotel, with everything you need, while it’s not that expensive at all compared to the region. Staff is helpful, breakfast is extremely good and the rooms are comfortable and clean. Overall a really pleasant stay and so much more comfort and luxury. Free gym, free water, free coffee (good one even) and so on.
    Bengt
    Solo traveller
  • 7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 349 reviews
    Good value for money especially for Beijing. Much cheaper than Peking Youth Hostel and 10 times the atmosphere. Great common area that was busy and met many people, mostly Russians escaping their country. I am amazed that so many reviews complained of having to make and take down their bedding - what a bunch of whiners.
    RONALD
    Solo traveller
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 250 reviews
    Great locations close to metro and bus to Chaoyang Station. Nearby Cafe Duet et serves excellent coffee. No hassle check in and a safe budget location. Good base for business people or tourists on a budget. HASSLE FREE.
    Richard
    Solo traveller

Research, refine and make plans for your whole trip

gogless