Hostels Across Iran

A stunning 400-year-old historic house in Yazd's old town, just steps from the Khan Bazaar and Jame Mosque, designed to surround guests with warmth and good feelings.

Opened in 2017 by a lively, youthful crew, this central hostel offers clean private rooms for the price of a dorm, a communal kitchen and a spectacular rooftop panorama.

A long-running, experienced hostel with a wonderful rooftop restaurant overlooking the Blue Mosque, nicely decorated rooms, a lovely courtyard and female-only dorms.

A small, intimate hostel in a traditional home with a lovely courtyard, free tea throughout the day, clean rooms and a very cheap dormitory option for backpackers.

Perhaps the most authentic homestay among Yazd hostels, with a charming courtyard and pond, a cozy common room, and an easy walk to the city's main attractions.

A two-floor mud-brick house in the historic Imam Street district, with a magnificent stucco-decorated courtyard, a central pond and free breakfast for every guest.

A 180-year-old Qajar-era house on Imam Street with traditional wooden couches, a lush garden with a palm tree and a blue pond, offering 8 rooms with 32 beds total.

A masterfully restored historic hostel in Kashan's old town, with a classical central courtyard garden and basin — a budget-friendly stay close to the Grand Bazaar and traditional houses.

A 150-year-old building near Imam Khomeini Square, twice lovingly restored, with private rooms of up to 5 beds, a large kitchen and a warm, friendly atmosphere true to Persian hospitality.

A youth hostel set around a big traditional yard with its own pool, offering a true taste of Kashan's old history and culture at a very affordable rate.

A 150-year-old house turned friendly hostel, with attentive staff and an artistic, homely atmosphere in the heart of Kashan's historic quarter.

A quirky guesthouse housed alongside Iran's Puppet and Toy Museum, opposite the historic Tabatabaei House, offering a unique and memorable budget stay in Kashan.

Set in a 50-year-old building meticulously restored by an Italian architect, Firouzeh Hostel is part of the Heritage Hostels chain, with 14 private rooms and 7 dorms a short walk from Ferdowsi Metro.

Located in the heart of Tehran with friendly staff and a welcoming environment, Kargadan is one of the best places to meet and connect with fellow travelers.

A 650 square-meter building with a central courtyard, terrace and 41 beds across 8 rooms, Arian Hostel is just 10 minutes from the nearest metro station in central Tehran.

A family-run hostel with thick walls keeping rooms cool in summer and warm in winter, gorgeous yards and terrace, and homemade breakfast every morning, 5 minutes from the nearest metro.

Rated Lonely Planet's 'Top Choice Hostel in Tehran', with beautifully decorated rooms, a spacious tree-shaded garden, gift shop and cafe near Laleh Park and Artists Park.

One of the most popular hostels in Iran, Seven Hostel has a warm and friendly atmosphere with en-suite rooms, comfortable showers and a lively central-Tehran location.

Swiss-inspired architecture with long corridors and high ceilings across three floors, ten spacious rooms, shared kitchens, and a cozy library — a nostalgic favorite reminiscent of classic Iranian films.

Set in a historic 75-year-old building in the vibrant center of Tehran, ZEE Hostel offers stylish private rooms and 8–12 bed dorms with newly renovated, bright interiors.

A friendly neighborhood hostel in Tehran offering simple, comfortable dorms and private rooms, a relaxed common area, and an easygoing introduction to Tehran's everyday life.

A 170-year-old traditional house turned hostel, ten minutes' walk from the Holy Shrine and the Pink Mosque, with a quaint garden, friendly staff and rooms across three separate buildings.

An excellent-value budget lodging in a newly renovated 150-year-old building in the heart of Shiraz, with private, shared and en-suite dorm rooms close to Vakil Bazaar and Karim Khan Citadel.

A 160-year-old Qajar-era house on Lotfali Khan Zand Street, with a lush courtyard, central pond and 8 cozy rooms, most with private bathrooms, near Karim Khan Citadel and Vakil Bazaar.

A Pahlavi-era mansion set in a 2,000 square-meter garden, with a blue pool, the scent of orange blossom and a restaurant serving traditional Iranian dishes, ten minutes from Shah Cheragh Shrine.

A cozy traditional house in Shiraz's historic neighborhood, offering the feeling of living with an Iranian family around a magnificent Persian courtyard.

A guesthouse and restaurant in an old Shiraz neighborhood, where guests can also join a hands-on Persian cooking class, opposite the Nasir-ol-Molk Mosque.

A charming boutique guesthouse on Teimuri Street blending traditional Persian architecture with modern comfort, just steps from Karim Khan Citadel and Vakil Bazaar.

A 260-year-old registered national heritage house in the heart of Shiraz, with beautifully arranged courtyards and a famously warm, caring staff.

A combination of classic art and modern design, Shazdeh Hostel offers a lush small entrance garden and ancient architecture in a newly-built boutique setting.

The newest and largest hostel in Isfahan, in a beautifully renovated historical building near Naqsh-e Jahan Square, with private and dormitory rooms.

A Pahlavi-era heritage home turned backpacker favorite, with a flower-filled courtyard, twin, family and dorm rooms a short walk from Naqsh-e Jahan Square.

A contemporary hostel founded by a young Iranian entrepreneur, with a rooftop terrace overlooking Isfahan and a plant-filled side yard for coffee and conversation.

A family home designed in traditional Iranian style, offering a friendly, budget-conscious atmosphere with dorm beds, private rooms and a full apartment suite.

Opened in a 400-year-old bazaar next to the historic Aligholi Agha bathhouse, Beed Hostel offers individual and shared rooms with a welcoming traditional patio.

A peaceful, safe and economical stay with 24/7 service and a wonderful breakfast, Chilla Hostel is a quiet retreat for budget travelers in Isfahan.

A 200-year-old property with a courtyard and small pool at its center, Taha Boutique Hostel blends historic charm with friendly hospitality in Isfahan's old quarter.

A renovated 60-year-old house near Baharestan Square, with spacious dorms, a shared kitchen and a tranquil courtyard.