The 5 Best Backpacker Hostels in Amsterdam 2019 (with UPDATED Prices)

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Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Stadsdoelen

US$119

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807 reviews

#1 Best Value of 7 Backpacker Hostels in Amsterdam

“But the location of the hostel was very central and I’d definitely recommend it to any backpacker :)”
“the hotel was very close to the city center , clean rooms , big closet to fit your luggage inside and remember to bring ur own lock , showers and toilets are in second floor but it was clean and so many ”

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Train Lodge

US$106

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Travelocity

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US$70

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Hostel

107 reviews

#2 Best Value of 7 Backpacker Hostels in Amsterdam

“Stayed 1 night in the Train lodge, i thought that it was a very amazing and innovative design to keep the train and use it as a Backpacker style accommodation.”
“Great place on a backpacker budget.||Very”

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Flying Pig Uptown

US$105

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Orbitz.com

US$84

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US$84

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Hostel

954 reviews

#3 Best Value of 7 Backpacker Hostels in Amsterdam

“Best kind of backpacker hostel.”
“Recommended to all backpacker.”

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Stayokay Amsterdam Oost

US$171

US$59

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US$171

Travelocity

US$171

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Hostel

1,187 reviews

#4 Best Value of 7 Backpacker Hostels in Amsterdam

“We found the accommodations to be clean and quiet. The food was good and the bar was a nice touch. A little far from the main tourist areas, but easy to get to by foot or light rail. Only complaint was that the...”
“6 of us just returned from a weekend here and have to say we were all pleasantly surprised. It is not your normal hostel. The place is very clean with big restaurant and bar down stairs which is decorated very...”

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Hans Brinker Hostel Amsterdam

US$86

US$74

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US$86

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US$85

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Hostel

1,602 reviews

#5 Best Value of 7 Backpacker Hostels in Amsterdam

“Accommodation is clean, fairly quiet, comfortable backpacker dormitories.”
“I stayed for 3 nights on my way to Brussels, and the service and breakfast are still very good. Its the people you meet at the Brinker that are nice, and its usually a mixed group. Its not far from the...”

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XO Hotel Inner

US$83

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US$82

Travelocity

US$82

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US$102

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Hostel

984 reviews

#6 Best Value of 7 Backpacker Hostels in Amsterdam

“Pro: - Excellent location close to tram and busstop - Very pretty and quiet neighborhood - Very tasty breakfast Con: - Very noisy. The bathroomdoor automatically shuts itself with a thud. The rooms must…”
“This hotel was perfectly situated for the museums. It was also good on price but with the usual outrageous single supplement on a very small single room. It was a pity we had been put in the basement with no…”

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Bob's Youth Hostel

US$58

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543 reviews

#7 Best Value of 7 Backpacker Hostels in Amsterdam

“Bob’s barely met the minimum standard of a basic hostel. Lowlights included a predominantly cold shower, a sewage smell in our dorm and one toilet for multiple dormitories resulting in a long wait to use it. I...”
“I was doing my internship and I couldnt find a place so I was staying in this hostel as it is nice and had the best location. Here comes the tip: DO NOT book a hostel in the center of the city as you won't sleep...”

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Lucky Lake Hostel

US$87

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835 reviews

14.0 km from Amsterdam

#1 of 4 speciality lodgings in Vinkeveen

“By far the best hostel I have ever stayed in! It is extremely nice to stay a little bit outside the city and still able to explore as much as you want by taking the free shuttle into Amsterdam and then back to the...”
“Me and a friend stayed there as a budget option for our Amsterdam travel. Getting there is a bit tricky for first timers and it's not very close to the city but it's totally worth it. The staff were more than...”

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Hello I'm Local Boutique Hostel

US$95

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Orbitz.com

US$111

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US$60

Travelocity

US$111

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Hostel

316 reviews

16.8 km from Amsterdam

#1 of 19 speciality lodgings in Haarlem

“Beautiful and elegant clean rooms, comfortable dining space with outdoor Tejas and fireplace. The managers Jill, Lotte and and Twan are absolutely delightful, accommodating your requests and making your stay…”
“Excellent, dormitories are clean, spacious and bright. Bed is really comfy. Toilets and showers within the room were clean and looked after. Staff really helpful and very friendly. Would recommend to anyone as...”

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Strowis Budget Hostel

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US$55

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160 reviews

34.5 km from Amsterdam

#2 of 30 speciality lodgings in Utrecht

“We arrived in the late evening to Strowis and the gentleman behind the counter who greeted us was lovely, very helpful and very attentive even offering to help us with our bags. The lady at the counter the next…”
“Me and my boyfriend recently stayed at this hostel during our trip to Utrecht. The hostel really is a lovely little place to stay if you’re looking for somewhere relaxed, to meet and chat to people. After we had a...”

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King Kong Hostel

US$111

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Orbitz.com

US$123

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US$46

Travelocity

US$123

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Hostel

347 reviews

58.0 km from Amsterdam

#4 of 36 speciality lodgings in Rotterdam

“King Kong is the epitome of everything trendy and ‘Rotterdam’. Staff are super friendly and facilities impressive for a hostel. Décor is a mish-mash of retro chairs and colourful hammocks, while guests are so...”
“For a hostel bar this was amazing! Very cool place, swings in the window great to people watch. Lovely terrace at the back and friendly staff! Think the guy who served us was called Daniel and very friendly…”

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Hostel Room Rotterdam

US$75

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US$40

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US$75

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Hostel

315 reviews

58.5 km from Amsterdam

#6 of 36 speciality lodgings in Rotterdam

“The best option in Rotterdam, you feel like home! The hostel is cosy and clean. Good location, good price, historical building and breakfast included, nice atmosphere and amazing staff. Every day at of the week...”
“The staff and volunteers are super friendly, especially Inaki, Lothar, Philepe, and Carlos! I was able to have drinks and conversation with them it made my stay here so lovely, like being at home! I almost didn't...”

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