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Situated in Abu Dhabi and within 2.8 km of Al Wahda Mall, Oasis Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 5.2 km from Qasr al-Hosn, 10 km from Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre and 12 km from Louvre Abu Dhabi. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and room service for guests.

Good location, really helpful staff, clean rooms.

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9.1
Superb
375 reviews
Price from
US$21
per night

Set within 17 km of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and 19 km of Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre, Top House Hostel provides rooms in Abu Dhabi. The property is located 27 km from Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital, 29 km from Al Wahda Mall and 31 km from Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

At the hostel, the rooms come with a wardrobe, bed linen and a balcony with a city view. All guest rooms at Top House Hostel feature air conditioning and a safety deposit box.

the rooms and the place was really confortable for the price. The property is safe like everything else in Abu Dhabi, but what goes above and beyond is Ahmed, the owner. He made sure everything was perfect since the morning I arrived. Gave me all the instructions to get there and helped me with every inquiry.

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9.1
Superb
332 reviews

Boasting a garden, shared lounge and free WiFi, The Villa Hostel Abu Dhabi is set in Abu Dhabi, less than 1 km from Al Sahil Beach and a 12-minute walk from Abu Dhabi Beach. The property is around 1.4 km from Corniche Beach, 1.2 km from Qasr al-Hosn and 3.3 km from Al Wahda Mall. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

The hostel had a warm and friendly ambiance, making it easy to connect with fellow travelers. The common areas were inviting, fostering a sense of community among guests. The location is perfect, and it is made effortless to visit and explore the city.

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8.3
Very good
707 reviews
Price from
US$16
per night

Paradiso Backpackers Nest 1 is situated in Abu Dhabi, within 29 km of Al Wahda Mall and 31 km of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. The property is around 17 km from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, 19 km from Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre and 28 km from Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital. The air-conditioned rooms provide a city view and come with a wardrobe and free WiFi.

It was clean and hospitable people, loved their service and friendship with us, also we stayed till our flight, they didnt want money for it , in a short i am so so happy with them, thanks Hamza for a great conversation we fid about business

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7.6
Good
377 reviews
Price from
US$9
per night

In a prime location in the centre of Abu Dhabi, Phenomenal Room "Sea View" offers free WiFi and a terrace. The property is set 4.1 km from Qasr al-Hosn, 5.4 km from Al Wahda Mall and 6.5 km from Louvre Abu Dhabi. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and room service for guests.

Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre is 15 km from the hostel, while Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is 17 km away.

The room is as descreibed, the responsable is so friendly he even let me stay the full afternoon even if i had to check out by noon when he knows that my flight is programmed at night.

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5.5
Review score
168 reviews

Located in the centre of Abu Dhabi, 2.4 km from Abu Dhabi Beach, Corniche AD - For Males "Peaceful Bed Space" provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi. The property is set 3.5 km from Qasr al-Hosn, 4.6 km from Al Wahda Mall and 7.4 km from Louvre Abu Dhabi. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and room service for guests.

At the hostel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. At Corniche AD - For Males "Peaceful Bed Space" each room is equipped with a shared bathroom and bed linen.

Apartment building is easy to find. Diagonally opposite A2 Bus stop. (Last stop for the A2 airport bus.) Good location. Busiest and most youth friendly park with football /basketball courts is down the road. Corniche promenade overlooking the ocean is at a reasonable walking distance via two road underpasses. From here you can see breathtaking views of the sunset in the evening.

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6.5
Review score
125 reviews

Offering free WiFi, Abu Dhabi Center - Unique Bed Space is set in Abu Dhabi, 1.9 km from Abu Dhabi Beach and 2 km from Al Sahil Beach. The property is situated 2.5 km from Corniche Beach, less than 1 km from Qasr al-Hosn and 2.1 km from Al Wahda Mall. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and room service for guests.

Louvre Abu Dhabi is 10 km from the hostel, while Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre is 14 km from the property.

Very clean and quiet place. You can stay freely

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6.4
Review score
121 reviews

Ideally set in Abu Dhabi, Cornich AD - Pearl Room features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The property is around 2.7 km from Al Sahil Beach, 2.9 km from Corniche Beach and 1.1 km from Qasr al-Hosn. The property is non-smoking and is situated 1.9 km from Abu Dhabi Beach.

At the hostel, the rooms come with a wardrobe. All rooms at Cornich AD - Pearl Room are fitted with a shared bathroom and bed linen.

Pathetic service, poor staff,thief management.i strongly not recommend. Please don't waste your money.

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6
Review score
31 reviews
Price from
US$16
per night

Set within 17 km of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and 19 km of Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre, MBZ - Pleasant Stay offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Abu Dhabi. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 28 km from Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital.

At the hostel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. The units at MBZ - Pleasant Stay come with a shared bathroom and bed linen.

Cleanness and staff communication, behavior and assistance was so wonderful ever i meet before other room stays So i am very happy with you 💯

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6.4
Review score
46 reviews
Price from
US$40
per night

Heart of Abu Dhabi - Adorable Master Room features free WiFi throughout the property and views of city in Abu Dhabi. The property is around 2.3 km from Al Sahil Beach, 2.9 km from Corniche Beach and 1 km from Qasr al-Hosn. The property is 1.6 km from the city centre and 1.9 km from Abu Dhabi Beach.

The units come with air conditioning, a fridge, an oven, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. At the hostel all rooms are equipped with a private bathroom and bed linen.

Great location, modern apartment. Very clean

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6.6
Review score
47 reviews

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Top House Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 332 reviews

    Set within 17 km of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and 19 km of Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre, Top House Hostel provides rooms in Abu Dhabi.

    A quiet place. The owner is very friendly . Thank you

  • Top House
    Budget options available

    Top House offers free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Abu Dhabi.

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Superb Room
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 2 reviews

    Ideally situated in Abu Dhabi, Heart of Abu Dhabi - Superb Room features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Roxy Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Roxy Hostel offers free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Abu Dhabi.

Great access to the city centre! Check these hostels in Abu Dhabi

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Adorable Master Room
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 47 reviews

    Heart of Abu Dhabi - Adorable Master Room features free WiFi throughout the property and views of city in Abu Dhabi.

    Splendida vista su Abu Dhabi dalle grandi vetrate

  • MBZ - Pleasant Stay
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 46 reviews

    Set within 17 km of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and 19 km of Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Centre, MBZ - Pleasant Stay offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Abu Dhabi.

    Staff was very friendly. Mr.Alla was amazing.Very hospitable and caring.

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Wonder Balcony Room
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 56 reviews

    Offering free WiFi throughout the property, Heart of Abu Dhabi - Wonder Balcony Room is set in Abu Dhabi, 2.3 km from Al Sahil Beach and 2.9 km from Corniche Beach.

    Very friendly personnel Clean apartment Excellent view

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Elite Community
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 27 reviews

    Conveniently located in Abu Dhabi, Heart of Abu Dhabi - Elite Community offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Abu Dhabi Centre - Unique Room
    5.9
    Scored 5.9
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 29 reviews

    Set within 2.6 km of Corniche Beach and 2 km of Al Wahda Mall, Abu Dhabi Centre - Unique Room offers rooms in Abu Dhabi.

  • Corniche AD - Extremely Unique Room
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 80 reviews

    Set in the centre of Abu Dhabi, 2.4 km from Abu Dhabi Beach, Corniche AD - Extremely Unique Room offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    Günstiger Preis. Mahmoud in der Reception war toll.

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Luxury Room
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 27 reviews

    Well located in the centre of Abu Dhabi, Heart of Abu Dhabi - Luxury Room provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Heart of Abu Dhabi - Nice Affordable Master Room
    5.4
    Scored 5.4
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 38 reviews

    Well located in Abu Dhabi, Heart of Abu Dhabi - Nice Affordable Master Room provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    The room was totally calm place i like to stay when i get change

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Hostels that guests love in Abu Dhabi

  • 7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 148 reviews
    Cheap price close to the bus station. Shared kitchen. Unlike other hostels here you have your own room but with a shared ceiling. Surprisingly my room was quiet and the other guests were respectful and didn't make noise.
    Albert
    Solo traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 762 reviews
    Everything was good right from the location, to cleanliness, facilities, good staff behaviour. It’s located just 5 mins walking distance from Al Wahada bus terminal which is the most important bus terminal in Abu Dhabi. From there you get bus for everywhere including Dubai. The hostel has kitchen where you can cook. Lots of cheap restaurants nearby also.
    Krishanu
    Solo traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 762 reviews
    Cheap hostel ideally located, welcoming and helpful staff, all very clean, fully equipped kitchen
    Philémon
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 375 reviews
    Probably the best hostel in UAE. Very clean, quiet. The location is great. Very friendly, helpful guys on reception.
    Metleb
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 375 reviews
    The room was big and the hostel was directly at a bus station there is also a supermarket near. The staff were really nice and explained all of your questions. I enjoyed my stay here (I stayed there for a week). Great value for money also I felt very safe and comfortable here😊
    Anna
    Solo traveller
  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 224 reviews
    The worst staff the I never found in 15 years of travels, the famale manager in front of the dormitory talk loudly about of my cheapest choice of room, I just requested if a lower bed was available and the answer was: “You pay the cheapest choice on booking you deserve the upper bed” I NEVER HEARD SOMETHING LIKE THAT, AND THERE ISN’T IN THE STATEMENT OF BOOKING, otherwise upper bed was totally unsafe cause there aren’t barriers (look the photos)
    Emiliano
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 375 reviews
    My stay at the Oasis hostel was quite comfortable. Very clean rooms, friendly staff. Each room has locker space . I was initially a bit hesitant as a solo female traveller , but the hostel is pretty safe and has a separate wing for women. The kitchen and dining room also came in handy !
    s
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$26.44
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 658 reviews
    Locatoin is good, 15 min walk to Central Bus Terminal, bus stop near hostel At least it is separate space for bunk bed price
    Irina
    Solo traveller
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 707 reviews
    Best hostel ever Super clean, great location, nice people, cheap price It was perfect, and next time in UAE I will come again
    Amr
    Solo traveller
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 762 reviews
    The best hostel! My stay was for 3 nights and this place was safe, clean, close to central bus station , Mall and stadium, friendly staff, beautiful big rooms, free wifi .Perfect for short or long stays in Abu Dhabi!
    Lenuta Ramona
    Solo traveller

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