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The 10 Best Hostels in Abu Dhabi, UAE

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Situated in Abu Dhabi and within 2.8 km of Al Wahda Mall, Oasis Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 5.2 km from Qasr al-Hosn, 10 km from Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre and 12 km from Louvre Abu Dhabi. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and room service for guests.

Great location, close to bus stops. Very helpful guys at reception. Clean and, great for its cost .

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9.1
Superb
335 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

Top House Hostel is located in Abu Dhabi, within 29 km of Al Wahda Mall and 31 km of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. The property is set 17 km from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, 19 km from Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre and 27 km from Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

At the hostel, the rooms come with a wardrobe, bed linen and a balcony with a city view. At Top House Hostel every room has air conditioning and a safety deposit box.

Super friendly management - always there to help. You will want to come back again and again.

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9.1
Superb
321 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Boasting a garden, shared lounge and free WiFi, The Villa Hostel Abu Dhabi is set in Abu Dhabi, less than 1 km from Al Sahil Beach and a 12-minute walk from Abu Dhabi Beach. The property is around 1.4 km from Corniche Beach, 1.2 km from Qasr al-Hosn and 3.3 km from Al Wahda Mall. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

I arrived late at night and the staff was super welcoming, helpful and really nice. The dormitory room is nicely arranged, has lockers, and the bed is super comfortable with a curtain for privacy. The location is really good, quite close to the beach. Also there is a supermarket nearby. The common areas are perfect for relaxation or even work. Really enjoyed my stay 🙂

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8.3
Very good
628 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Qasr al-Hosn is 31 km from the hostel, while Yas Waterworld is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Al Bateen Executive, 21 km from Paradiso Backpackers Nest 1, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

The staff and owner of the Hostel were very helpful and I fully recommend this Hostel to future travelers. The owner tries to meet all your needs regarding restaurants, tours, and transportation recommendations.

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7.6
Good
349 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre is 15 km from the hostel, while Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Al Bateen Executive Airport, 12 km from Phenomenal Room "Sea View".

Excellent spot, I enjoyed the balcony with see view

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5.6
Review score
153 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

Located in the centre of Abu Dhabi, 2.4 km from Abu Dhabi Beach, Corniche AD - For Males "Peaceful Bed Space" provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. The property is around 3.5 km from Qasr al-Hosn, 4.6 km from Al Wahda Mall and 7.4 km from Louvre Abu Dhabi. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and room service for guests.

At the hostel, each room is equipped with a wardrobe. Guest rooms at Corniche AD - For Males "Peaceful Bed Space" are equipped with a shared bathroom and bed linen.

Mahmoud was very helpful and resourceful. He’s very caring too!

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6.5
Review score
123 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Louvre Abu Dhabi is 10 km from the hostel, while Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Al Bateen Executive Airport, 12 km from Abu Dhabi Center - Unique Bed Space.

Very clean and quiet place. You can stay freely

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6.4
Review score
112 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Ideally set in the centre of Abu Dhabi, Cornich AD - Pearl Room features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 2.7 km from Al Sahil Beach, 2.9 km from Corniche Beach and 1.1 km from Qasr al-Hosn. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.9 km from Abu Dhabi Beach.

At the hostel, the rooms come with a wardrobe. All rooms at Cornich AD - Pearl Room are fitted with a shared bathroom and bed linen.

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6.7
Review score
12 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

At the hostel, every room includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a shared bathroom, bed linen and towels. The units at Paradiso Backpackers Nest 2 feature air conditioning and a wardrobe.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is 31 km from Paradiso Backpackers Nest 2, while Qasr al-Hosn is 31 km away. The nearest airport is Al Bateen Executive, 21 km from the hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
£57
per night

Set within 17 km of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and 19 km of Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre, MBZ - Pleasant Stay offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Abu Dhabi. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 28 km from Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital.

At the hostel, every room is fitted with a wardrobe. At MBZ - Pleasant Stay all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels.

Staff was very friendly. Mr.Alla was amazing.Very hospitable and caring.

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6.5
Review score
31 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

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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.
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  • Paradiso Backpackers Nest 2
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set in Abu Dhabi and within 17 km of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Paradiso Backpackers Nest 2 features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Roxy Hostel
    Central location
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Roxy Hostel offers free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Abu Dhabi.

  • Paradiso Backpackers Nest 1
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 349 reviews

    Paradiso Backpackers Nest 1 is situated in Abu Dhabi, within 29 km of Al Wahda Mall and 31 km of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi.

    Those young people, including "Boss", are helpful.

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Adorable Master Room
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 34 reviews

    Heart of Abu Dhabi - Adorable Master Room features free WiFi throughout the property and views of city in Abu Dhabi.

    Splendida vista su Abu Dhabi dalle grandi vetrate

  • MBZ - Pleasant Stay
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 31 reviews

    Set within 17 km of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and 19 km of Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre, MBZ - Pleasant Stay offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Abu Dhabi.

    Staff was very friendly. Mr.Alla was amazing.Very hospitable and caring.

  • Corniche AD - Extremely Unique Room
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 66 reviews

    Set in the centre of Abu Dhabi, 2.4 km from Abu Dhabi Beach, Corniche AD - Extremely Unique Room offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    Günstiger Preis. Mahmoud in der Reception war toll.

  • Abu Dhabi Centre - Unique Room
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 28 reviews

    Situated within 13 km of Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre and 17 km of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi Centre - Unique Room offers rooms in Abu Dhabi.

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Elite Community
    5.9
    Scored 5.9
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 17 reviews

    Conveniently located in Abu Dhabi, Heart of Abu Dhabi - Elite Community offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Wonder Balcony Room
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 46 reviews

    Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Heart of Abu Dhabi - Wonder Balcony Room is set in Abu Dhabi, 2.3 km from Al Sahil Beach and 2.9 km from Corniche Beach.

    Very friendly personnel Clean apartment Excellent view

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Nice Affordable Master Room
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 31 reviews

    Well located in the centre of Abu Dhabi, Heart of Abu Dhabi - Nice Affordable Master Room provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Superb Room
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 2 reviews

    Ideally situated in the centre of Abu Dhabi, Heart of Abu Dhabi - Superb Room features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Luxury Room
    5.4
    Scored 5.4
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 17 reviews

    Well located in Abu Dhabi, Heart of Abu Dhabi - Luxury Room provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

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Hostels that guests love in Abu Dhabi

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 734 reviews
    Everything was good right from the location, to cleanliness, facilities, good staff behaviour. It’s located just 5 mins walking distance from Al Wahada bus terminal which is the most important bus terminal in Abu Dhabi. From there you get bus for everywhere including Dubai. The hostel has kitchen where you can cook. Lots of cheap restaurants nearby also.
    Krishanu
    Solo traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 734 reviews
    Cheap hostel ideally located, welcoming and helpful staff, all very clean, fully equipped kitchen
    Philémon
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 335 reviews
    Probably the best hostel in UAE. Very clean, quiet. The location is great. Very friendly, helpful guys on reception.
    Metleb
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 335 reviews
    The room was big and the hostel was directly at a bus station there is also a supermarket near. The staff were really nice and explained all of your questions. I enjoyed my stay here (I stayed there for a week). Great value for money also I felt very safe and comfortable here😊
    Anna
    Solo traveller
  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 207 reviews
    The worst staff the I never found in 15 years of travels, the famale manager in front of the dormitory talk loudly about of my cheapest choice of room, I just requested if a lower bed was available and the answer was: “You pay the cheapest choice on booking you deserve the upper bed” I NEVER HEARD SOMETHING LIKE THAT, AND THERE ISN’T IN THE STATEMENT OF BOOKING, otherwise upper bed was totally unsafe cause there aren’t barriers (look the photos)
    Emiliano
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 335 reviews
    My stay at the Oasis hostel was quite comfortable. Very clean rooms, friendly staff. Each room has locker space . I was initially a bit hesitant as a solo female traveller , but the hostel is pretty safe and has a separate wing for women. The kitchen and dining room also came in handy !
    s
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £21.22
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 597 reviews
    Locatoin is good, 15 min walk to Central Bus Terminal, bus stop near hostel At least it is separate space for bunk bed price
    Irina
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £35.69
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 54 reviews
    Good price. Think of it as an upgrade to the shared dormitory inside an hostel. Location is ok. Lady was very nice
    Andrei
    Young couple
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 628 reviews
    Best hostel ever Super clean, great location, nice people, cheap price It was perfect, and next time in UAE I will come again
    Amr
    Solo traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 734 reviews
    The best hostel! My stay was for 3 nights and this place was safe, clean, close to central bus station , Mall and stadium, friendly staff, beautiful big rooms, free wifi .Perfect for short or long stays in Abu Dhabi!
    Lenuta Ramona
    Solo traveller

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