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Our top choices for Medan hostels

A simple room with a bed, a desk, and a door.

1. Banana Homestay Medan

Banana Homestay Medan
2.0 star property
Medan
The price is Rp116.620
Rp141.110 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Banana Homestay Medan
A rooftop terrace with a gazebo, seating, and potted plants.

2. Collection O near Museum Pusaka Karo formerly 3 Berastagi

Collection O near Museum Pusaka Karo formerly 3 Berastagi
2.0 star property
Medan
The price is Rp93.145
Rp112.704 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Collection O near Museum Pusaka Karo formerly 3 Berastagi
A staircase leading to a landing with a glass-fronted cabinet and a welcome sign.

3. Krisna Hostel

Krisna Hostel
2.0 star property
Medan
The price is Rp114.773
Rp140.421 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Krisna Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Medan Hotel Reviews

Aryaduta Medan

Aryaduta Medan

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel in downtown Medan. The rooms are always clean and well maintained, the pool side room are amazing. I go back there every year with my wife's family for 3 reasons: Great pool, amazing breakfast buffet and very nice staff, very helpful they treat us like kings over there."
Putri Dyan Octya 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Aryaduta Medan

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Medan Hostels information

Number of reviews
Accommodation
7 Hostels
Lowest Price
Rp112.704
Highest Price
Rp141.110

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Medan?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for sightseeing.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Medan?
Based on our customers' reviews, these Medan hostels have the highest ratings: Collection O near Museum Pusaka Karo formerly 3 Berastagi - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets. Krisna Hostel - Property features include free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Dazhong Backpacker's Hostel - You can take advantage of free parking and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You'll find towels, TVs and bed sheets in all rooms. Semalam at Sun Yat Sen - Self Check In - Hostel - Property features include free Wi-Fi. Rooms come with towels, showers and free Wi-Fi. Rejoss Stay - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. You'll find TVs in all rooms.
How many hostels will I find in Medan?
If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Medan, one of Expedia's 7 hostels could be a great option.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Medan?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Medan are November, October, December and September, with each month seeing an average of 361 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Medan?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore the area around Medan. Get out into nature with places such as Two Colors Sibolangit Waterfall. Cultural attractions include Museum of North Sumatra and Rahmat International Wildlife Museum & Gallery. Visit landmarks such as Maimun Palace, Great Mosque of Medan and Tjong A Fie's Mansion.
What's the best way to get to and around Medan while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Medan in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Medan (KNO-Kuala Namu Intl.), located 14.5 mi (23.4 km) away from the city centre. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. To check out more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Medan Station, Pulu Brayan Station or Bandar Khalipah Station.