Hostels in Glasgow

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for sightseeing. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its museums and art galleries.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget prices and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to look first: Revolver - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of George Square and Buchanan Street. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, lockers and free bottled water. Glasgow Youth Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of University of Glasgow. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant and a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels, showers and lockers in all rooms. Euro Hostel Glasgow - Located within a 5-minute walk of Buchanan Street. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers and TVs. Alba Hostel Glasgow - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Glasgow Anniesland Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and coffee/tea makers.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Glasgow, one of Expedia’s 9 hostels might be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 13°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Glasgow is 1424 mm.

Overall, Glasgow is known for its museums, art and theatres. Major attractions include OVO Hydro. Get out into nature with places such as People’s Palace and Winter Gardens, Glasgow Green and Kelvingrove Park. Cultural attractions include Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Pavilion Theatre and Theatre Royal.

Keep this information about transit options in Glasgow on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Glasgow International Airport (GLA), located 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from the city centre. Another option is Glasgow (PIK-Prestwick), located 28.1 mi (45.2 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. You can take advantage of metro transport at Buchanan Street Station, St Enoch Station and Cowcaddens Station. To check out more of the area, hop on a train at Glasgow Queen Street Station, Glasgow Argyle Street Station or Glasgow Central Station.