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The 10 Best Hostels in Zadar, Croatia

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Situated in Zadar, less than 1 km from Karma Beach, Sky Hostel features views of the city. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 700 metres from Kolovare Beach.

the woman who runs the hostel is so kind and helpful. the room is spacious. the bed is comfortable. the pocket by the bed was very thoughtful. it was clean with an excellent shower

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9.4
Superb
1,639 reviews
Price from
€ 21
per night

Located in Zadar, 500 metres from Podbrig Beach, The Lazy Monkey Hostel & Apartments provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Featuring a bar, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 1 km from Karma Beach and around 1.1 km from Bajlo Beach. The accommodation features evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

The room was pretty nice, well equipped and clean, the hostal has good atmosphere and amenities for sharing. There is a supermarket near and bus station is 10 min by walking.

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9.1
Superb
464 reviews
Price from
€ 19.35
per night

Located in Zadar, within 600 metres of Maestrala Beach and 1.4 km of Uskok Beach, Backpackers Home provides accommodation with a garden and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 1.9 km from Puntamika Beach, 30 km from Kornati Marina and 32 km from Biograd Heritage Museum. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

The kitchen and common area are amazing. Close to the harbour and having a super market so close was great. The people working there were also super welcoming and helpful.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,197 reviews
Price from
€ 18
per night

Ideally located in Zadar, Downtown Boutique Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. Among the various facilities of this property are a terrace, a restaurant and a bar. The hostel has family rooms.

The hostel is very clean, central location and super comfortable.

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8.8
Fabulous
2,089 reviews
Price from
€ 22.50
per night

Offering free WiFi and air-conditioned accommodation units, the newly built Boutique Hostel Forum is located in the very heart of ancient Zadar, next to the Romanesque St. Anastasia's Cathedral, pre-Romanesque St. Donatus’ Church and the Roman Forum.

Perfect location, in the center of the city, with a great view on the forum !

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8.6
Fabulous
3,408 reviews
Price from
€ 33.70
per night

Situated in Zadar, 1 km from Kolovare Beach, Dandelion hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking and a casino. Popular points of interest nearby include Museum of Illusions Zadar, The Museum of Ancient Glass and Old Port of Foša. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and an ATM for guests.

One of the best hostels I've stayed in lately. From the outside, I was a bit worried! But the inside is outstanding, really. It seems very new and very well taken care of. The dorm room was very clean, well-maintained, and spacious. Each bed has a curtain, light, cubby, and charging port. There are also sizeable lockers, large enough for a backpack and more. The common room is very comfortable. Wifi was good too. It's a short 15-minute walk to Old Town, mostly along the harbour. The bus station is also only a 10-minute away. Perfect location.

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8.5
Very good
654 reviews
Price from
€ 21.60
per night

Situated in Zadar and within 1.6 km of Kolovare Beach, Hostel Stadion - Zadar has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. The property is around 2 km from Karma Beach, 2.3 km from Podbrig Beach and 27 km from Kornati Marina. The hostel features family rooms.

Everything was outstanding.one of the best hostels if not the best.price is worth quality.very clean and neat.the blankets and the sheets are new and clean.there is air conditioner available.the owner is super friendly.he gave me a free ride with his own electric car to the beach.for that, I am very thankful. I do highly recommend this hostel for accomodation.

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8.8
Fabulous
353 reviews
Price from
€ 21.33
per night

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Windward Hostel Zadar offers accommodation in Zadar, 1.2 km from The Museum of Ancient Glass. Free private parking is available on site.

Five Wells Square and The Captain's Tower are 1.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Zadar Airport, 9 km from Windward Hostel Zadar.

The hostel is nice, clean and comfortable.

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8.6
Fabulous
555 reviews
Price from
€ 28
per night

Located in Zadar, about 2 km from the Old Town, Hostel Sunset offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi access available. The beach is 300 metres away.

The garden of Sunset Hostel provides a common terrace for guests to relax in. The property organises excursions, festival visits and tours to nearby places of interest.

Very friendly and helpful host

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8.6
Fabulous
491 reviews
Price from
€ 20
per night

Just a 5-minute walk across the park from the Old Town, The Hostel features bright and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and LCD satellite TVs. Free coffee is provided at The Hostel which has a shared kitchen area.

The staff was super friendly. I was not feeling well when I got to the hostel, but even before saying anything, they were genuinely hospitable.

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8.1
Very good
806 reviews
Price from
€ 24.50
per night

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Budget hotels in Zadar

  • Hostel Stadion - Zadar
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 352 reviews

    Situated in Zadar and within 1.6 km of Kolovare Beach, Hostel Stadion - Zadar has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    It was clean, had comfortable bed and private. Nicest host!

  • Windward Hostel Zadar
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 555 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Windward Hostel Zadar offers accommodation in Zadar, 1.2 km from The Museum of Ancient Glass. Free private parking is available on site.

    amazing place and the staff was very friendly and helpful

  • Hostel Melada Dom
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 141 reviews

    Set in Zadar, 1 km from Maestrala Beach, Hostel Melada Dom offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a terrace.

    Close to the center. Pick up from AirPort. Very friendly host

  • HI Hostel Zadar
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 942 reviews

    Located in Zadar, HI Hostel Zadar offers beachfront accommodation 200 metres from Uskok Beach and provides various facilities, such as a garden and a terrace.

    property is amazing good place people they are kind

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Hostels that guests love in Zadar

  • From € 129.80 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,406 reviews
    This really was about the best hostel I have ever been in. Bed was comfortable and private because of the curtains. Also the hostel is situated right in the center of Zadar's old city but still was calm and quiet in the night.
    Lotta
    Finland
  • From € 119 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,088 reviews
    All was good. One of the best hostels so far! Comfortable beds with plenty of drawers and a curtains. Feels very private. Nice and helpful reception
    Anna
    Germany
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,639 reviews
    All hostels should be like Sky Hostel! All the rooms were clean and very well maintained, and the design of the dorms was so well fitted to the guests: it has comfortable and stable bunk beds, free lockers and even a little fitting booth so you can dress with some privacy. Two bathrooms to share, free towels to use and even free laundry service. And Rozana was incredibly friendly and helpful with a map and tips for Zadar. This has definitely been the best hostel I have stayed at so far!
    Jasmijn
    Netherlands
  • From € 70 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 555 reviews
    So far the best hostel I've been to in Croatia. Very clean and tidy - which to me, is very important. I appreciated how the location was in a quiet, safe neighborhood, at walking distance from the noisy old town - I was able to get lots of sleep and wake up to a nice coffee. The staff was very helpful and kind, they even let me check in a bit earlier.
    AnnaAlexSm
    Germany
  • From € 119 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,088 reviews
    I stayed in the dormitory. Hostel has a great location in the old town. Clean. Privacy in bed, had curtains. Good ac. Elevator. Nice restaurant downstrairs.
    Terofinland
    Thailand
  • From € 129.80 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,406 reviews
    Great location, comfort, breakfast, staff. The best hostel I have stayed in.
    Denisa
    Czech Republic
  • From € 119 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,088 reviews
    Very clean and modern facilities. The staffs were very kind. The price is cheap. This is my best hostel so far.
    Yi
    France
  • From € 119 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,088 reviews
    Best hostel I have ever stayed in!! The rooms were very luxurious. Each bunk bed had their own curtain for privacy. Very clean room and the beds slept amazing! Also, we can recommend the restaurant. We had some delicious food on the first night we arrived.
    Elise
    Netherlands
  • From € 119 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,088 reviews
    It was one of the best hostel i have stayed till now. Super clean, well secure rooms and luggage storage. So comfy beds and with curtains it makes it more private, doesn't feel like you are in a hostel. And Friendly staff makes it much more better. And of course great location, middle of the old town, everything is on walking distance. I will definitely visit again. Thank you.
    Mansi khamar
    Czech Republic
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 462 reviews
    it's the best hostel i ever had! The dormroom is basic but clean and at least very cheap. It felt like family because of the people inside, the owners and the whole vibe - it's amazing 🤩 everyone was so friendly and they'll help you with everything! Thank you a lot for 5 days&nights of happiness ❤
    Helena Ruhnau
    Germany

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