Budget Hostels from S$45

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: Heartland Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Emirates Towers Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and a lift. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and linens. Bollywood Beach Hostel - Located steps from The Walk. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools and a restaurant. You’ll find towels, linens and free WiFi in all rooms. Hello Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Burjuman Station. You can take advantage of a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities at this property. You’ll find towels, hairdryers and linens in all rooms. Brand New Boys Hostel in center of Dubai - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Sharaf DG Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a lift at this property. Rooms come with towels, showers and linens. Living Room JBR - Located within a 10-minute walk of The Walk. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and an outdoor pool. You’ll find hairdryers and free WiFi in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Dubai, one of Expedia’s 99 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 Dubai Cruise Terminal. Get out into nature with places such as Marina Beach, Zabeel Park and Dubai Creek. 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.