Although considered second-tier to the capital of Moscow – St. Petersburg is a fascinating travel destination in it’s own right. A bit easier to access overland (via Norther Europe) and ever-so-slightly cheaper than Moscow, St Petersburg is one of the most underrated backpacking destinations in all of Europe.
But you aren’t the only backpacker thinking about hitting the once-Russian capital. With over 150 registered hostels, choosing where to stay in St. Petersburg can be quite the challenge. Which is exactly why I’ve created this list of the 20 best hostels in St Petersburg.
I’ve taken what’s most important to travelers, and organized the best hostels in St. Petersburg in different categories.
Looking to party? Sleep? Get some work done? Maybe make some new friends? Whatever your travel-needs, this list of the 20 best hostels in St. Peterburg will help you identify the hostel of your dreams, so you can book with ease, and get back to exploring this fascinating Russian city. Nostrovia!
Putting together the list of the 20 Best hostels in St. Petersburg
St Petersburg is a huge city and finding the best backpacker’s accommodation can be time consuming. That’s how we can help! This list of the best hostels in St Petersburg, is organized to help you so you can book your hostel as quickly and painlessly as possible.
Conveniently split into different categories, I took into account varying needs for different types of travelers. Whether you’re a roaming digital nomad, a romance-seeking couple, an intrepid solo traveller, or seeking the best party in Russia’s second city this of the best hostels in St. Petersburg will get you exactly where you need to be.
The 20 best hostels in St Petersburg
Here are our picks for the best hostels in St Petersburg.
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Overall Best Hostel in St Petersburg – Chickadee Hostel
- $$
- Free Breakfast
- Tour Desk
- Book Exchange
Our winner when it comes to the best hostel in St Petersburg in 2021, Chickadee has struck the balance just right when it comes to sociability and a place to rest up and recharge. The city centre location is ideal for exploring, and members of staff are happy to fill you in about hidden gems and local secrets. Fill up on a traditional Russian breakfast (it’s free!) and whip up a feast in the well-equipped kitchen. Laundry and Wi-Fi are also free and the common room has a piano, books, and … a wall-mounted bicycle! Do note that minimum periods of stay apply at certain times.
Chickadee Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Best Hostel for Solo Travelers in St Petersburg – Soul Kitchen
- $$$
- Key Card Access
- Book Exchange
- Games Room
Our pick for the best hostel for solo travellers in St Petersburg, Soul Kitchen is a chilled-out hostel with a friendly and sociable atmosphere. Meet and mingle in the games room, complete with foosball, a Wii, and board games, or have a movie marathon with the wide assortment of DVDs. Swap recipes and have an international cook-off in the spacious kitchen. Dorm beds have curtains for privacy, reading lights, and a shelf, and private rooms are quite fancy! Lockers and 24-hour security keep things safe and secure. A tour desk, free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, airport transfers, hair dryers, and free parking add to the comfort.
Soul Kitchen is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Best Cheap Hostel in St Petersburg – Hostel Samovar
- $
- Tour Desk
- Onsite Café
- Games Room
In our eyes, Hostel Samovar is the best cheap hostel in St Petersburg, hands down. Prices are more than reasonable for the single-gender dorms and private rooms, and the facilities are top notch. You’ll find free tea and coffee in the well-equipped kitchen and cable TV and board games in the sociable common room. Wi-Fi is free and the friendly members of staff regularly arrange cheap outings. And, housekeeping services keep the place looking spick and span. Travellers can keep their stuff safe and secure in lockers, and the hostel is in a quiet neighbourhood yet within walking distance of the famous Nevsky Prospect.
Hostel Samovar is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
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- $$$
- Free Parking
- Laundry Facilities
- Luggage Storage
Among the best hostels in St Petersburg for couples, the intimate Vitamin Hostel has all the convenience of a hostel and private rooms for two. You and your sweetheart will need to share a bathroom with other couples, but whatever you get up to when the lights go off in the privacy of your own room is between you and the walls. With just ten rooms, you can enjoy a peaceful stay while also being able to socialise with other loved-up travellers if you wish. The historic building adds to the romantic vibe. Facilities include a kitchen, TV room, free laundry facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Do note that a minimum two-night stay usually applies.
Vitamin Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Best Party Hostel in St Petersburg – The Cuba Hostel
- $$$
- Onsite Bar
- Lockers
- Steam Room
If you’re looking for the best party hostel in St Petersburg, The Cuba Hostel promises heaps of fun and frolics. The party-loving members of staff are always down for a night on the town, showing you the hidden nightspots and helping you to have many nights out to remember (or, possibly, not!) in St Petersburg. The onsite bar is always lively and you’ll even get treated to free vodka shots! Soothe aching heads in the steam room and lounge, and use the kitchen to create the perfect hangover cure.
The Cuba Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Best Hostel for Digital Nomads in St Petersburg – Fontaka River View Hostel
- $$$
- Steam Room
- Laundry Facilities
- Luggage Storage
One of the best hostels in St Petersburg for digital nomads, Fontaka River View Hostel has free Wi-Fi and computers that you can use, as well as large common areas where it’s easy to find a quiet spot to get your head down and focus on important tasks. Power outlets are plentiful. Free and unlimited tea and coffee might be just the pick-me-up you need to meet those deadlines. Grab a bite to eat from the snack bar or take time out and cook a wholesome meal in the spacious kitchen. There are mixed and female dorms as well as private rooms for two.
Fontaka River View Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
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Babushka House
- $
- Free Breakfast
- Bar
- Laundry Facilities
One of the best budget hostels in St Petersburg, Babushka House is a hip and happening hostel with a sociable heart. There are regular excursions for travellers to uncover St Petersburg’s best spots, as well as guitar evenings, international dinners, and pancake feasts. The mini bar keeps you topped up with beers and snacks and you can mingle with other cool cats in the lounge. There’s a TV, DVDs, free Wi-Fi, and board games to keep you entertained when there’s not some crazy event taking place. A well-equipped kitchen, free breakfasts, laundry facilities, and a steam room, combined with affordable prices, make this a recommended hostel in St Petersburg.
Babushka House is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Traveller’s Palace
- $$$
- Key Card Access
- Lockers
- Laundry Facilities
A gorgeous themed hostel close to major transportation links, Traveller’s Palace is an ideal St Petersburg backpacker’s hostel for people who love to eat, sleep, and breathe culture and heritage. Travel back to the time of the Tsars and enjoy splendour in each of the uniquely designed dorms and private rooms. Safe and secure, thanks to round-the-clock security, key card access, and individual lockers, the hostel has a brand-spanking new modern kitchen, a common room, laundry facilities, and free Wi-Fi … that’s more mod-cons than the Tsars had!
Traveller’s Palace is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Dolce Vita Hostel
- $$$
- Tour Desk
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
The Dolce Vita Hostel really does offer a taste of the good life in the heart of historic St Petersburg. Located on Nevsky Prospekt, the hostel is comfortable, bright, and airy. Keep yourself looking on form with the washing machine and iron, cook up a storm in the kitchen, and relax with a nice cup of tea at the end of a busy day sightseeing in St Petersburg. The cosy lounge is inviting and a great place to meet other travellers and unwind. This top hostel in St Petersburg offers free Wi-Fi and a large communal TV.
Dolce Vita Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Metro-Tour Hostel
- $$
- Laundry Facilities
- Airport Transfers
- Steam Room
Located just a short walk from Elektrosila Metro Station and with airport transfers available, there’s no need to hunt high and low for an affordable and comfortable St Petersburg hostel near the airport when you book a stay at the calm and relaxed Metro-Tour Hostel. There are heaps of amenities and attractions close to hand too. There are dorms for five and eight as well as private rooms for one and two. The family-run café serves tasty and affordable meals, though there’s also a shared kitchen if you want to channel your inner super chef. Unwind in the lounge or steam room, and sleep soundly thanks to 24-hour security and safety deposit boxes.
Metro-Tour Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Simple Hostel
- $$$
- PS3
- Lockers
- Bike Hire
A top hostel in St Petersburg for solo travellers and small groups of friends looking to meet new buddies and stay in sociable digs, the bright and colourful Simple Hostel is far from basic. Friendly members of staff are waiting to greet you, and there’s a new kitchen/dining area, a cosy TV lounge, free Wi-Fi, and free-to-use laptops. Laundry facilities, luggage storage, and a steam room are available too. Pick up a free city map and get your peddle power on to explore St Petersburg on a rented bike.
Simple Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Baby Lemonade Hostel
- $$$
- Lockers
- Book Exchange
- Free Tea and Coffee
Fresh, fun, and funky, Baby Lemonade has to be the coolest hostel in St Petersburg. Enter a trippy time warp and be transported back to the 60s and 70s, decades of flower power, love, and peace. All dorms and rooms are unique, and the sociable common area is pretty awesome too. Peace out with other laid-back travellers in the cafe and join in with the lively weekend parties. Rustle up a meal in the kitchen, catch up with your laundry (nobody likes a stinky backpacker!), and browse the net with free Wi-Fi.
Baby Lemonade Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
No Rain No Pain
- $$$
- Lockers
- Luggage Storage
- Laundry Facilities
Although St Petersburg is known for being one of the rainiest cities in the world, No Rain No Pain does exactly what it says—it makes enjoying St Petersburg fun, and dry, whatever the weather. This awesome St Petersburg backpacker’s hostel provides umbrellas and raincoats and, if you do get wet, there are dryers for clothes and shoes, as well as laundry facilities. Warm up with a cup of hot tea or coffee—it’s on the house. Prefer to stay indoors? Chill in the common room, with free Wi-Fi, or get creative in the large kitchen.
No Rain No Pain is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Kryshi Mira
- $$
- Tea and Coffee
- Elevator
- Steam Room
A highly recommended hostel in St Petersburg, Kryshi Mira is in the charming neighbourhood of Tsentralny, filled with historic character and close to many of St Petersburg’s major attractions. Double and family rooms are available as well as mixed and female-only dorms, and all guests can make full use of the large and modern kitchen. Mingle and share travelling tips in the TV lounge. Laundry facilities add to the comfort and Wi-Fi is free. Do note that you’ll need to have your own towel or pay to rent one.
Kryshi Mira is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Likehome Hostel
- $$$
- Sim Cards for Phones
- Steam Room
- Laundry Facilities
As the name suggests, Likehome Hostel is a cosy and welcoming home-from-home in St Petersburg. Situated in the Petrograd district, it’s a top youth hostel in St Petersburg for travellers who love historic sightseeing. It’s close to the metro too, making getting around a piece of cake. The welcoming hostel has female-only dorms for four and eight, and male-only dorms for four and ten, as well as private rooms in different sizes, ideal for families, couples, and groups of mates. Grab last-minute souvenirs from the onsite gift shop, relax in the lounge, and save money by cooking your own meals in the kitchen.
Likehome Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
GooDHoliday
- $$
- Luggage Storage
- Free Parking
- Cable TV
GooDHoliday has a youthful vibe and is located close to a variety of fabulous bars, clubs, and restaurants. It’s a top St Petersburg hostel for backpackers who want to make the most of their nights as well as their days. The nearest metro station is just a five-minute walk away. The kitchen-cum-living room is sociable and you can challenge your new pals to a board game play-off. Freebies include Wi-Fi and tea and coffee.
GooDHoliday is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Forever Young Hostel
- $$$
- Bike Hire
- Free Parking
- Luggage Storage
Located in the heart of St Petersburg and house within an old-world building, Forever Young Hostel is close to Baltic Train Station. There are two six-bed mixed dorms along with private rooms for between two and four. Have a comfortable stay with an inviting lounge and kitchen, and benefit from free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee, parking, and towels.
Forever Young Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Inbox Capsule Hostel
- $$$
- Free Breakfast
- Lockers
- Steam Room
A great hostel in St Petersburg for solo backpackers, couples, and friends, Inbox Capsule Hostel has private rooms for one and two as well as pod-like beds in spacious dorms. Each sleeping capsule has a hanging rail, a personal light and a power outlet, and you can shutter yourself away for sweet dreams in peace and privacy. Each guest has a locker under the double-stacked sleep boxes. Dorms have a long desk, and they are bright with urban chic. There’s on onsite café as well as a kitchen and a lounge, and other handy amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Wi-Fi and breakfast are free.
Inbox Capsule Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
Polosaty Hostel
- $$
- Laundry Facilities
- Luggage Storage
- Hair Dryers
A great youth hostel in St Petersburg for travellers who value tranquillity and a sense of calm, with splashes of quirkiness and hand-made charms, the Polosaty Hostel is a great base from which to explore St Petersburg and then return to a friendly atmosphere and a good night’s rest. The members of staff are always happy to provide tips and recommendations for your city stay, and there’s a kitchen and lunge so you can truly feel at ease. Wi-Fi access is free, as are city maps. We wouldn’t be surprised if this didn’t become one of the best hostels in St Petersburg in 2021.
Polosaty Hostel is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
FJC Loft
- $$$
- Tour Desk
- Book Exchange
- Laundry Facilities
Situated in a trendy part of the St Petersburg and with fab views of the starry night and city streets, FJC Loft is a great all-round youth hostel in St Petersburg. Hand-painted beds add something a little unique and everyone has a locker. Black-out curtains ensure the rising sun doesn’t wake you prematurely from your slumber. The comfy lounge has a TV, board games, and book exchange and there’s even a separate quieter zone for getting work done. You can get out and about with handy tips from the staff and tours arranged onsite. Furthermore, there’s a kitchen, laundry facilities, free Wi-Fi, luggage storage, and a steam room.
FJC Loft is one of our favourites in St Petersburg but they’re not taking guests right now. We’re not sure if they’re closed for good but we hope they’ll come back soon.
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What to Pack for your Saint Petersburg Hostel
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Why you should travel to Saint Petersburg
Seriously, St Pete is a highly underrated destination. Hopefully with the help of this guide, you’ll have a much better idea of where you want to stay so you can book your hostel quickly and getting to drinking vodk… I mean, exploring St. Petersburg!
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Over to you
By now I hope our epic guide to the best hostels in Saint Petersburg has helped you choose the perfect hostel for your adventure!
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