Hostels in Östergötland 
Looking for the best hostels in Östergötland? You are in the right place!
On this page, we have listed every city in Östergötland with backpacker hostels and budget-friendly stays. Hostelz.com makes it easy to find your ideal Östergötland hostel by comparing prices across major booking platforms. Save money while backpacking Östergötland and sleep comfortably on a budget.
All Backpacker Hostels in Östergötland
We have got you covered with a complete list of every hostel in Östergötland, across 9 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 Östergötland 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 Östergötland. 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 Östergötland
Astergatland, also known as Ostergotland, is a region in Sweden, known for its many natural attractions. It is famous among tourists from around the world, and with good reason. There are many things to do in this small but very diverse region.
If you’re staying at a hostel in Astergatland, consider a day trip to the Tinnero Nature Reserve in Linkoping. This huge nature park is a good place to unwind. Take long walks through the towering trees while looking at the diverse array of local flora and fauna.
Hostels may also be available at affordable rates near the castle Bjarka Saby. This ancient fortress is located right next to the Rengen Lake. Built in the 18th century, it was owned by a Swedish nobleman who sold it a few years ago. Today, it has been completely restored and offers guided tours enabling you to explore it.
A great way to take in the sights on a summer day is to take a boat trip around the region. You can hire boat trips at Arkosun on the east coast. Harstena island is a major attraction in the archipelago of islands that are a part of the Astergatland region.
Other maritime sights worth seeing include the Kinda Kanal canal locks in Sturefors. These locks were built way back in the 19th century and are still in operation today. At Sturefors, you can also find the Castle Park, open to everyone in the summer months. This is a great place to have a picnic by the lake.
If historic townships are more your style, try looking for a hostel in Knappingsborg. This is the Old Quarter of Norrkoping and is full of small boutiques, homely restaurants, and also has a quaint bakery. It isn’t too crowded either, and most of the wares and souvenirs are affordable.
Atvidaberg is another town you must visit, especially in the summer. Sit down and enjoy the live music played by local artists while enjoying cookies and baked goods at the Adelsnas Kaffe Stuga - café located right next to the Adelsnas castle.
And, while in Atvidaberg, you can also check out the ceramics and other colorful arts and crafts that the locals have on sale throughout the year. If you happen to go in December, you might just be lucky enough to enjoy the famous julbord, which is the Christmas version of the smorgasbord.
Handwritten by local expert for Östergötland hostels Jakob Lombardi
Travel Tips for Östergötland - from the Community
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FAQ on Hostels in Östergötland
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 Östergötland?
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 Östergötland 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 Östergötland 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.