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The Best Hostels in Scandinavia for Backpackers and Students

The Best Hostels in Scandinavia for Backpackers and Students
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Scandinavia is a notoriously expensive part of Europe to visit, and accommodation is no exception. If you're traveling on a budget, you'll likely find the most affordable accommodation through hostels. Despite being a cheaper alternative to a hotel, hostels are often modern and centrally located. The quality and atmosphere of hostels can vary from place to place, but they often offer the best option for backpackers, students, or other budget travelers.
How much do hostels in Sweden cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Sweden here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



Private Room from $37.47
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 99%
Kungs�ngstorg 6, Uppsala


Private Room from $47.67
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 99%
Foreningsgatan 9, Gothenburg


Private Room from $53.76
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 94%
Askimsgatan 10, Gothenburg
Aston Villa Hotell is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast. Wi-fi, luggage storage, parking, towels included, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $43.41
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 91%
Zinkens väg 20, Stockholm
IYHF Youth Hostel Zinkensdamm is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features a bar, bicycle hire, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant, a cafe, and self-catering facilities. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, parking, and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $13.67
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 91%
Tredje LÃ¥nggatan 31, Gothenburg


Private Room from $25.86
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 90%
Mölndalsvägen 3, Gothenburg
Spoton Hostel & Sportsbar is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, a common room, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant and self-catering facilities. Laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, key card access, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And Spoton Hostel & Sportsbar is also child friendly.


Private Room from $22.09
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 84%
H?gbergsgatan 26, Stockholm
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, bicycle hire, and a common room. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast and self-catering facilities. Luggage storage, towels included, internet access, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $39.55
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 79%
Kungsbron 1, Stockholm
You'll love this hotel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service and a bar. Wi-fi, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, parking, towels included, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And Comfort Hotel Xpress Stockholm Central is also child friendly and pet friendly.
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