Should I stay in a hostel in Cleveland?

By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging and set aside more of your trip funds for sightseeing during your trip. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its live music venues and theaters.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), low prices, and a social environment.

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cleveland?

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and June with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 34°F. The snowiest months in Cleveland are December, April, February, and January, with each month seeing an average of 15 inches of snowfall.

What is there to see and do in Cleveland?

In general, Cleveland is known for its sports, live music, and theaters. Major attractions include JACK Cleveland Casino, Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, and FirstEnergy Stadium. Get out into nature with places like Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Cleveland Mall, and Edgewater Beach. Cultural attractions include Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art, and Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica.

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Bed B - Single bed in SHARED SUB-LEVEL room

Cleveland, OH

Situated in Cleveland, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Perkins Beach, Lake Erie, and Edgewater Beach. Memphis Kiddie Park and Edgewater Pier are also within ...

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The Cleveland Hostel

2090 West 25th Street, Cleveland, Ohio

Located in Ohio City, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of West Side Market and Cuyahoga River. Greater Cleveland Aquarium and Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica ...

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Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown

1380 East 6th Street, Cleveland, OH

4.7/5 Exceptional! (1,718 reviews)

"The comfort. The employees were so friendly and helpful. Perfect location."

Reviewed on Oct 22, 2021

Hampton Inn Cleveland Downtown

1460 E 9th St, Cleveland, OH

4.2/5 Excellent! (1,076 reviews)

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2021

Hyatt Regency Cleveland At The Arcade

420 Superior Ave E, Cleveland, OH

4.3/5 Excellent! (1,131 reviews)

"Stayed as was close for a concert. Pretty venue."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2021

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Hostels and More in Cleveland

Cleveland offers 248 accommodations, and if you have trouble finding many hostels in the area, you can still choose a place that works for you. For those who want to save on overnight costs and budget more for sightseeing, you can get great deals on Expedia. You can check out cultural highlights like the live music venues in this destination, or enjoy the sporting events and other activities.

You may be able to find reasonable rates at these Cleveland accommodations, which get good reviews from our customers:

Radisson Hotel Cleveland Gateway - Property features at this motel include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.

Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown - Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk.

Sonesta ES Suites Cleveland Airport - Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant.

Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Downtown - Located within a 10-minute walk of Quicken Loans Arena. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an arcade/game room at this hotel.

SkyLight Inn Cleveland - Willoughby - You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Cleveland?

The weather can be a big factor when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful:

The hottest months are typically July and June, while January and February are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 52° F and nighttime temperatures average 23° F
April-June: 82° F is the daytime average and 36° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 82° F and nighttime averages are around 54° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 68° F during the day and 25° F at night
Average rainfall is 36.38 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Cleveland?

Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate these places:

Top Sights

Quicken Loans Arena
Great Lakes Science Center
FirstEnergy Stadium

Natural Features

Wendy Park
Edgewater Beach
Upper Edgewater Park

Cultural Attractions

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Cleveland Museum of Art
Cleveland Police Historical Society, Inc. & Museum

In general, Cleveland is known for its:

Sports
Live music
Entertainment
Theater
Museums
Monuments
Art

How to Get to Cleveland and Around the Area

You can search for flights to the nearest airport in Cleveland, OH (BKL-Burke Lakefront), located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Cleveland, OH (CLE-Hopkins Intl.), which is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transit during your trip. Walk to nearby metro stations like Tower City-Public Square Station, West 25th-Ohio City Station, and East 34th-Campus Station. Train stations including Cleveland Station and Elyria Station make it easy to explore more of the area.

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You may be able to find reasonable prices at these Cleveland accommodations, which have good reviews from our guests: Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Hampton Inn Cleveland Downtown - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Hyatt Regency Cleveland At The Arcade - You can take advantage of free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking at this hotel. Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown, an IHG Hotel - You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel. Red Roof Inn Cleveland Airport-Middleburg Heights - Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk.

Keep this information about transit options in Cleveland in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE), located 9.7 mi (15.6 km) away. An alternative is Cleveland, OH (BKL-Burke Lakefront), situated 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you might want to make use of public transit. Walk to nearby metro stations like Tower City-Public Square Station, West 25th-Ohio City Station, and East 34th-Campus Station. Train stations including Cleveland Station and Elyria Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.

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