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What Is a Hostel?
If you're searching for a low-cost place to stay in Paris, one of its 23 hostels might be a great option for you. No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer the following:
- Shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too)
- Budget prices
- A social atmosphere
Hostels are a great way to stay in Paris for a good value, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. You can check out cultural highlights like the museums in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.
Hostels in Paris
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones get the highest reviews from our travelers and might be a good place to start looking:
Generator Paris - 2-minute walk from Colonel Fabien Station for easy access to public transit. Property features include free WiFi, a bar, and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers and desks in all rooms.
Smart Place Paris Gare du Nord by Hiphophostels - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Paris Nord Station. Property features include free WiFi, a bar, and a shared/communal kitchen. You'll find TVs, desks, and coffee/tea makers in all rooms.
FIAP - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Glaciere Station and Saint-Jacques Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as 2 restaurants. You'll find showers and hair dryers in all rooms.
Trendy Hostel - 2-minute walk from Pierre et Marie Curie Metro Station for easy access to public transit. Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with hair dryers and linens.
Vintage Paris Gare du Nord by Hiphophostels - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Anvers Station and Barbes - Rochechouart Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with showers.
When Is the Best Time to Visit Paris?
The weather can be important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate:
- The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
- January-March: Daytime temperatures average 57° F and nighttime temperatures average 33° F
- April-June: 74° F is the daytime average and 41° F is the nighttime average
- July-September: Daytime averages are around 75° F and nighttime averages are around 49° F
- October-December: The average temperatures are 65° F during the day and 35° F at night
- Average rainfall is 24.25 inches in a year
What Can I Do in Paris?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might like these places to visit:
Top Sights- Galeries Lafayette
- Paris Catacombs
- Eiffel Tower
- Luxembourg Gardens
- Jardin des Plantes
- Parc Monceau
- Museum Georges Pompidou
- Louvre Museum
- Paris Opera
In general, Paris is known for its:
- Museums
- Monuments
- Architecture
- Cafés
- Art
- Tours
- Theater
- Churches
How to Get to Paris and Around the Area
You can find the nearest airport in Paris (ORY-Orly), located 9.3 mi (15 km) from the city center. An alternative is Paris (CDG-Roissy-Charles de Gaulle), situated 14.2 mi (22.9 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transit to get around. Take advantage of metro transit at Les Halles Station, Louvre - Rivoli Station, and Paris Chatlet-Les Halles Station. To see more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Paris Gare de l'Est, Paris-St-Lazare Station, or Paris Nord Station.