Hostels in Denver

What Is a Hostel?

If you're hoping to find a low-cost place to stay in Denver, there are 1020 accommodations here to pick from, including hostels. No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have the following:

• Shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms)
• Budget prices
• A social setting

Hostels are a great way to stay in Denver for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its gardens and mountain views.

Hostels in Denver

Ready to book a hostel in town? These options have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start:

11th Avenue Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Denver Art Museum and Colorado State Capitol Building. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as laundry facilities. Rooms come with free toiletries and desks.

Hostel Fish - Located within a 5-minute walk of Coors Field. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with showers and coffee/tea makers.

Ember Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Molly Brown House Museum and Colorado State Capitol Building. Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers in all rooms.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Denver?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the seasons:

• The hottest months are typically July and August, while December and January are the coldest months
• January-March: Daytime temperatures average 61° F and nighttime temperatures average 18° F
• April-June: 90° F is the daytime average and 31° F is the nighttime average
• July-September: Daytime averages are around 92° F and nighttime averages are around 42° F
• October-December: The average temperatures are 74° F during the day and 18° F at night
• Average rainfall is 13.86 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Denver?

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

• Coors Field
• United States Mint
• Pepsi Center

• Denver Botanic Gardens
• Civic Center Park
• Cheesman Park

• Denver Art Museum
• Molly Brown House Museum
• Denver Museum of Nature and Science

Generally, Denver is known for its:

• Theater
• Museums
• Art
• Sports
• Live music
• Entertainment
• Architecture
• Gardens
• Mountain views

How to Get to Denver and Around the Area

You can fly into the nearest airport in Broomfield, CO (BJC-Rocky Mountain Metropolitan), located 12.8 mi (20.5 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Denver, CO (APA-Centennial), situated 14.6 mi (23.5 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. You can walk to nearby metro stations including 16th - Stout Station, 16th - California Station, and 18th - Stout Station. Train stations including Denver Union Station and 61st & Peña station make it easy to explore more of the area.