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Warsaw<\/a> might be one of the most underrated capitals in Europe<\/a>. This bustling Polish metropolis of nearly 1.8 million people was nearly razed during World War II. But then a miracle happened: it was meticulously rebuilt with painstaking accuracy. It’s a beautiful place that always seems to be striving towards the future. The city seems to be on the move and I love it. <\/p>\n Plus, it has everything you\u2019d find in popular Western Europe \u2014 history, museums, great food, wild nightlife \u2014 but for a fraction of the price. It’s a super affordable destination to visit for travelers and it’s a shame more don’t spend time here. <\/p>\n Warsaw has a lot of cool, social hostels too, making it easy to visit on a budget.<\/p>\n Below is my list of the best hostels in Warsaw. If you don\u2019t want to read the list below, the following hostels are the best in each category:<\/p>\n Want the specifics of each hostel? Here\u2019s my breakdown of the best hostels in Warsaw and why I love them:<\/p>\n While not the best choice to meet other travelers, it’s super affordable and the capsule beds are surprisingly comfy. The showers are spacious and everything is clean and modern. It’s definitely not a very social hostel, making it a good choice for anyone wanting a quiet stay. The hostel is also centrally located and is just a 15-minute walk from the main square, Rynek Starego Miasta, in Old Town. <\/p>\n Kapsula at a glance:<\/strong><\/p>\n The dorm beds are comfy and have thick mattresses and privacy curtains so you can get a good night’s sleep (the beds don’t creak either, which is a big plus). There are female-only rooms too and lockers so you can securely store your stuff (the lockers are not huge though so travelers with giant backpacks might be out of luck). Some of the rooms have AC too but you need to pay extra. Overall, it’s a lively and social hostel that makes it easy to connect with other travelers.<\/p>\n Okie Doki at a glance:<\/strong><\/p>\n Overall, the hostel has a cool vibe, with all kinds of art and quotes around the halls and common areas. The dorm beds have thick mattresses and privacy curtains as well as individual plugs and lamps. There are lockers available under the beds but they’re on the smaller side. The bar on the top floor has all kinds of board games if you want to just hang out and chill too.<\/p>\n Safestay at a glance:<\/strong><\/p>\n The staff here are excellent and go above and beyond to ensure you have a good stay. While the dorms are basic (the bunks creak a little and don’t have curtains), the mattresses are decent and there are lockers big enough for most travel bags. The rooms are spacious too.<\/p>\n Chillout Hostel at a glance:<\/strong><\/p>\n Overall, the hostel has a quiet and laid-back atmosphere so it’s not a great place to meet people. However, if you just want a chill stay and to do your own thing, this hostel is a good choice.<\/p>\n Hostel Lwowska 11 at a glance:<\/strong><\/p>\n Most rooms face a quiet, leafy courtyard. The dorm beds are comfy with thick mattresses (but no privacy curtains) and there are lockers available as well. There\u2019s a small kitchen too if you plan on cooking your own food. Overall, it’s a cool and unique hostel in a great location.<\/p>\n Hostel Centrum Warszawa at a glance:<\/strong><\/p>\n The hostel scene in Warsaw<\/a> runs the gamut between very affordable large dorms to party places to quiet ones with an emphasis on privacy. You just have to figure out what you want and where you want to stay, and the Polish capital will have something that fits your style and budget. But as long as you pick one from this list, you can’t go wrong!<\/p>\n My detailed 200+ page guidebook is made for budget travelers like you! It cuts out the fluff found in other guides and gets straight to the practical information you need to travel while in Europe. It has suggested itineraries, budgets, ways to save money, on and off the beaten path things to see and do, non-touristy restaurants, markets, bars, safety tips, and much more! Click here to learn more and get your copy today.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n Get all my best Europe travel tips as well as free planning guides sent straight to you and see more of the country for less! <\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n\n\n\nBest Hostel for Budget Travelers<\/strong>:\n<\/div>\n\nKapsula Hostel<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nBest Hostel for Families<\/strong>:\n<\/div>\n\nChillout Hostel<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nBest Hostel for Solo Female Travelers<\/strong>:\n<\/div>\n\nSafestay Warsaw<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nBest Hostel for Partying<\/strong>:\n<\/div>\n\nOki Doki Hostel<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nBest Overall Hostel<\/strong>:\n<\/div>\n\nHostel Centrum<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n1. Kapsula Hostel<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nThe Kapsula, or Capsule Hostel, is based on the famed capsule hotels and hostels of Japan, the first of which opened in Osaka in 1979. Each person gets their own small pod (there are shared double capsules available too). Each one is big enough to sleep in comfortably. You can close your capsule via remote control; inside there\u2019s air conditioning, electrical outlets, and lighting (as well as blinds). There\u2019s also free Wi-Fi throughout the hostel, plus an in-house caf\u00e9 and lounge. There are lots of bars and cafes in the area too.<\/p>\n\n
\n <\/p>\n2. Oki Doki Old Town Hostel<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nOki Doki is very centrally located. If you like to spend time in pubs and bars as much as (or more than) going to museums and exploring historical sites and landmarks, then this nicely located hostel is perfect for you: the streets surrounding Oki Doki are flanked by fun drinking holes. It also has a nightly happy hour gathering too so you can meet fellow travelers. <\/p>\n\n
\n <\/p>\n3. Safestay Warsaw<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nSafestay is a small chain of reputable hostels around Europe. They\u2019re always a solid choice (especially if you\u2019re a solo female traveler as they have female-only rooms). The location is great, as it\u2019s sitting just outside the Old Town. There is a lively on-site bar and the hostel puts on a legion of activities so you can meet other travelers, such as pizza parties and game nights, as well as fun walking tours around Warsaw that cover all the main highlights. <\/p>\n\n
\n <\/p>\n4. Chillout Hostel<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nChillout isn\u2019t located smack in the center of Warsaw like some other hostels, but it is very close to the Palace of Culture and Science, the Royal Baths Park, and Nowy Swiat Street, shopping central. It has a small kitchen so you can cook your meals, and while the dorm bunks aren\u2019t super comfy, the rooms are clean and spacious. The Warsaw outlet of the Chillout chain offers single female-only dorms as well as larger rooms for traveling families that want to stay together. <\/p>\n\n
\n <\/p>\n5. Hostel Lwowska 11<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nThis laid-back hostel is located just a 15-minute walk from the central train station. The dorms are basic but clean, with simple bunks and decent mattresses. There are lockers so you can store your stuff securely, an on-site kitchen, and free tea. They also offer free laundry if you stay four nights, something I think a lot of long-term travelers will appreciate. There are also lots of restaurants nearby if you want to eat out as well as a grocery store just a minute away if you plan on cooking as breakfast is not included. <\/p>\n\n
\n <\/p>\n6. Hostel Centrum<\/a><\/h3>\n
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\nHostel Centrum is as centrally located as you can get. Here, they really want you to learn about Polish history during your visit so the walls and hallways here are plastered with images of famous Poles throughout history. Scan a QR code on your phone and you\u2019ll get the lowdown and who this or that person is and why they\u2019re significant to Warsaw and Poland. It\u2019s a really cool feature and something I wish more hostels did.<\/p>\n\n
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