HI Hostel Dubrovnik

Dubrovnik is one of the most expensive cities in Croatia, and HI Hostel Dubrovnik, part of the Hostelling International network, is one of the most reliable ways to keep costs down. It sits on Vinka Sagrestana and is about a 15-minute walk from the Old Town via Ante Starčevića, the main road into the Pile Gate.

The hostel has 82 beds across a mix of rooms, from a double through four-bed rooms to six-bed dormitories, with some three- and five-bed options. Facilities are simple but practical: free WiFi, a terrace for meeting other travellers, a kitchen and dining area so you can prepare your own meals and save money, and a TV room. It is popular with backpackers and works well for school groups and other organised parties.

Reception is open from 08:00 to 22:00, and late arrivals can be arranged if you let the hostel know in advance, which is important if you are coming in on an evening flight or bus. The main bus station is about a 20-minute walk away.

The hostel is seasonal, open from 1 March to 15 October, so it is not an option for a winter visit. In the peak months of July and August it fills quickly, so book well ahead, especially for private rooms. Bring a padlock for lockers and a towel unless you plan to hire one.

HI Hostel Dubrovnik suits solo travellers, young people on a budget and groups. Members of Hostelling International may be eligible for reduced rates, so check membership options when you book. For sightseeing, the Old Town, the city walls and the cable car to Mount Srđ are all within reach on foot, making it a sensible base for a short, budget-conscious stay. The hostel's terrace and shared kitchen make it easy to meet other travellers and swap tips on day trips to the islands, Cavtat or Mostar, and cooking a few of your own meals is one of the simplest ways to stretch a budget in an expensive city. Check the hostel's page for current rates and room availability, and contact it by email for group bookings.