Hostels in Ceuta 
Looking for the best hostels in Ceuta? You are in the right place!
On this page, we have listed every city in Ceuta with backpacker hostels and budget-friendly stays. Hostelz.com makes it easy to find your ideal Ceuta hostel by comparing prices across major booking platforms. Save money while backpacking Ceuta and sleep comfortably on a budget.
All Backpacker Hostels in Ceuta
We have got you covered with a complete list of every hostel in Ceuta, across 1 cities! Not all cities have hostels, but many offer alternative budget options like guesthouses and affordable hotels. Use our filters to quickly find cities with hostels or other budget accommodations to simplify your trip planning.
All Ceuta hostels on a map
Alright, you are more the visual type? Planning your trip with a map is always handy.
Therefore, this map shows you all cities with hostels in Ceuta. It will help you to plan your trip. Just zoom in the map and click your destination for more details. Just so you know: If we do not have a hostel in a city, it is likely that there is no hostel in that city.
Our handwritten guide on Backpacking Ceuta
Ceuta is a autonomous Spanish state on the African continent. It is bordered by Morocco on the west and by the Strait of Gibraltar on all other sides. It is historically a military stronghold and free port, along with Melilla which is another Spanish autonomous city in Africa. Technically, Ceuta is part of the European Union; it uses the Euro and is considered a special low-tax zone.
Getting to Ceuta is possible by ferry from Algeciras in the south of Spain or by flying into Sania Ramel Airport in Morocco. The road is open for traffic from the airport but otherwise the border is closed.
Ceuta is only 18.5 square kilometres, so it is relatively compact and easy to get around in. There are only a couple of hostels in Ceuta; backpackers tend to stay in either family-run pensions or budget hotels. Look for the word “hostal” when searching for a place to stay, but keep in mind that traditional European-style hostels are hard to find here.
Once you have your hostel accommodation sorted, you can set out to explore this tiny Spanish city. Ceuta’s skyline is dominated by Monte Hacho; outdoor enthusiasts should take half a day to walk to the top for the view back over the city and harbour. Other outdoor activities include exploring the harbour and fortifications by boat.
For culture and history buffs, Ceuta is chock full of archaeological and architectural remains. The style is predominantly Moorish with Christian influences; explore the Casa de Los Dragones or the underground Museo de la Basilica Tardorrmana. One of the top tourist choices in Ceuta is the Royal Walls. The extensive fortifications date to the 5th century, when Ceuta was a Byzantine outpost. Other empires that have ruled Ceuta are the Greeks, Romans, Vandals, and Visigoths. Following several invasions, some successful and others not, Ceuta was ruled by Moorish-Andalusian rule and later was part of the Portuguese Empire before ceding to Spain in the late 1600s, where it has remained ever since.
Ceuta packs a wealth of history and culture into a very small area. The Spanish and African influences are very evident here and travellers with an eye for architecture and history will enjoy visiting. Whatever you choose to do in Ceuta, you will enjoy it.
Handwritten by local expert for Ceuta hostels Jakob Lombardi
Travel Tips for Ceuta - from the Community
Hey fam! Here are a few more tips from the community, from them to you, and you to them. This space is dedicated for travellers to share their best tips on backpacking Ceuta. Have a closer look - the Hostelz community share real hidden gems, insider knowledge and overall impressions of Ceuta. Everyone is welcome to add something useful, funny, unexpected and the "absolutely necessary to know before you go" - share, share and then share a little more!
FAQ on Hostels in Ceuta
There is a lot of travel planning to do. So let us help you once again by putting together the frequently asked questions:
Finding Hostels and Prices
What hostel booking sites are best to use?
There is several hostel booking sites, such as Hostelworld.com, Hostelsclub.com and Booking.com. While every platform has its pros and cons, there is a universal truth you as a traveler should be aware of: Not a single booking site can always offer the best prices.
This is where Hostelz.com comes in. You can compare all major booking portals with one click.
For you as a traveler, Hostelz.com is the best booking site to actually save money.
How much are hostels in Ceuta?
Prices always vary, depending on various factors. Weekends tend to be more expensive, same goes for special holidays. Please also take into account local vaction time.
You can search for exacty hostel prices in Ceuta here on Hostelz.com. Pick your destination and pick a date. The system will track down the prices to give an idea of what budget and prices you can expect.
When to book hostels?
If you want to stay at the best hostels, it is a good idea to have your hostel booked around 1 month before you travel. For the regular hostels, booking one week before should be okay. Yet again, this always depends.
We dedicated a full article to the topic of when to book hostels.
Safety and Packing
Are hostels in Ceuta safe?
Generally speaking, hostels are as safe as you make them. We highly recommend always to bring your own padlock, using the lockers and taking care of your belongings. Make sure you pick a safe hostel, offering lockers and a safe location. Please always pay attention to the reviews; they can give you a great insight on what to expect and safety tips.
What to pack when staying in hostels?
There is a few basics you should always pack when staying in hostels.
There is more actually. We wrote a complete guide with more details. Read our full hostel packing list.