Budget Hostels from S$39

By staying at a hostel, you can cut your spending on lodging and save more of your trip funds for sightseeing during your stay. You can enjoy activities in this destination like shopping and boating.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but they have a few things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the highest reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start: Hello Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Burjuman Station. Property features include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. Lakeside Hostel Downtown - You can take advantage of a 24-hour front desk at this property. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and coffee/tea makers. Nas Villa Luxury Hostels - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with towels, showers and coffee/tea makers. Heartland Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Emirates Towers Station. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a lift at this property. You’ll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Khalifa Holiday’s - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Dubai Trolley Station 1 Tram Station. Property features include free breakfast, an indoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Dubai, one of Expedia’s 103 hostels might be a great choice.

Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 35°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 22°C. Average annual precipitation for Dubai is 57 mm.

Overall, Dubai is known for its rivers, boating opportunities and skyscrapers. Major attractions include Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa and Gold Souk. Get out into nature with places such as Marina Beach, Dubai Creek and La Mer North Beach. Cultural attractions include Dubai Museum, Museum of the Future and Dubai Opera.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Dubai in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Dubai (DXB-Dubai Intl.), located 3.6 mi (5.8 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Sharjah (SHJ-Sharjah Intl.), which is 14.2 mi (22.9 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you may want to make use of public transport. Walk to nearby metro stations such as Gold Souq Station, Al Ras Station and Baniyas Square Station.