Athens Backpackers | Hostel in Athens

8.3 (2366 Reviews) |   72 Bedrooms  5 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Makrigianni Hostel | Athens Backpackers

72 Bedroom Hostel in Makrigianni, Athens

Located within walking distance of major touristic attractions and vibrant areas of the city, Athens Backpackers are just a stone's throw from the world-renowned Acropolis of Athens. It has a seasonal rooftop bar with views over the Acropolis, and offers free WiFi access throughout. Athens Backpackers features air-conditioned rooms. All include shared bathrooms, some of which are en suite, and most open to a balcony. Bed linen is provided. Backpackers has a two level roof bar called Sunnies with views of the Acropolis. Food and Drinks are available at the lobby bar and courtyard where guests can relax and socialize. All rooms are fitted with COVID proof smart locks and contactless check in. Complimentary hi-speed Wi-fi is available throughout all areas of the property. The central location of Athens Backpackers favors direct access to a range of night clubs, bars and traditional taverns. History lovers will be thrilled to find out that Acropolis and its museum is at just 492 feet. The vibrant Monastiraki, boasting an array of dining and shopping options, is located within approximately 0.9 mi of Athens Backpackers. Athens International Airport is at 24 mi.

Athens Backpackers is located in Athens.

This 72 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Guest Services, Entertainment, Child Friendly, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 2366 reviews with the average score of 8.3 . Coming to Athens and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 72 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this RBO place in Athens. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Athens Backpackers in Athens is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Athens Backpackers”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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12 Makri Street, Makrigianni, Athens, 11742, Greece

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
ViewView
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
AccessibilityAccessibility
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Fireplace/HeatingFireplace/Heating
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
KitchenKitchen
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • FruitFruit
  • Kids' mealsKids' meals
  • BarBar
  • Wine/ChampagneWine/Champagne
KitchenKitchen
  • Shared kitchenShared kitchen
ActivitiesActivities
  • Evening entertainmentEvening entertainment
  • Live music/PerformanceLive music/Performance
  • Live sports events (broadcast)Live sports events (broadcast)
  • KaraokeKaraoke
  • Happy hourHappy hour
  • Bar crawlsBar crawls
  • Walking toursWalking tours
EntertainmentEntertainment
  • Board games/PuzzlesBoard games/Puzzles
GeneralGeneral
  • Smoke-free propertySmoke-free property
  • Wifi in all areasWifi in all areas
  • HeatingHeating
  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • ElevatorElevator
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • SafeSafe
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Express check-in/outExpress check-in/out
  • LockersLockers
  • 24-hour front desk24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • LaundryLaundry
  • Baggage storageBaggage storage
InternetInternet
  • WifiWifi
  • InternetInternet
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • TerraceTerrace
  • GardenGarden
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security24-hour security
  • Smoke alarmsSmoke alarms
  • Key card accessKey card access
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between staysGuest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaningGuest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelinesLinens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companiesProperty cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stayGuests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirusUse of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitizedAll plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Physical distancing in dining areasPhysical distancing in dining areas
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removedShared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Process in place to check health of guestsProcess in place to check health of guests
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits availableFirst aid kits available
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areasScreens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/outContactless check-in/out
  • Physical distancing rules followedPhysical distancing rules followed

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18 and the maximum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
License number: 1072436

Reviews

Value for money:
8.42
Location:
9.66
Staff:
8.65
Facilities:
8.06
Comfort:
8.21
Cleanliness:
8.2
Yi-Hua
Feb 11, 2026 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   7
Taiwan, Province of China
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Location is good. Staff were friendly.
Negative: Not enough bathrooms and not so spacious.
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Reading light, Trash cans, Lockers, Tile/Marble floor, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Air conditioning, Soundproof, Fire extinguisher, Privacy curtain, Carbon monoxide detector, Private entrance, Hypoallergenic

View

View, Quiet street view, City view, Garden view, Landmark view, Inner courtyard view

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Socket near the bed

Safety features

Air purifiers

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 28 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Reading light, Trash cans, Lockers, Tile/Marble floor, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Air conditioning, Soundproof, Fire extinguisher, Privacy curtain, Carbon monoxide detector, Private entrance, Hypoallergenic

Outdoors

Balcony, Patio

View

View, Mountain view, Quiet street view, City view, Landmark view

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Socket near the bed

Safety features

Air purifiers

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 28 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Bed in 6-Bed Dormitory Room

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Shared bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Reading light, Trash cans, Lockers, Tile/Marble floor, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Air conditioning, Soundproof, Fire extinguisher, Privacy curtain, Carbon monoxide detector, Private entrance, Hypoallergenic

Outdoors

Balcony, Patio

View

View, Mountain view, Quiet street view, City view, Landmark view

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Socket near the bed

Safety features

Air purifiers

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Triple Room with Garden View
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Triple Room with Garden View

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Reading light, Trash cans, Lockers, Tile/Marble floor, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Air conditioning, Soundproof, Fire extinguisher, Privacy curtain, Carbon monoxide detector, Private entrance, Hypoallergenic

View

View, Quiet street view, City view, Garden view, Landmark view, Inner courtyard view

Living Area

Dining area

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Socket near the bed

Safety features

Air purifiers

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Quadruple Room with Terrace
Room Type: Quad
Room Size: 23 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
1 Futon bed(s) Bed
Quadruple Room with Terrace

Bathroom

Walk-in shower, Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Private bathroom, Conditioner, Bathtub or shower, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Reading light, Trash cans, Lockers, Tile/Marble floor, Heating, Smoke Alarm, Key card access, Air conditioning, Soundproof, Fire extinguisher, Privacy curtain, Carbon monoxide detector, Private entrance, Hypoallergenic

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace, Patio

Living Area

Dining area, Sofa, Sitting area

View

View, Mountain view, Quiet street view, City view, Landmark view

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Accessible by elevator, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room amenities

Drying rack for clothing, Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Socket near the bed

Safety features

Air purifiers

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer

FAQ's

Is this Athens Backpackers pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Athens Backpackers?

Check-in time for Athens Backpackers starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Athens Backpackers have a swimming pool?

No, this Athens Backpackers does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Athens Backpackers?

Best-rates for the Athens Backpackers starts from $185 per night with includes Air Conditioner, View, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Internet, Kitchen, Laundry with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Athens Backpackers a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Athens Backpackers wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Athens Backpackers has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Athens Backpackers?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Athens Backpackers indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Athens Backpackers?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Athens Backpackers are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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