Hostels in Paris from £36

Peace & Love: Just steps away from the Jaures Station and a 15-minute walk from the Paris Nord Station, this Paris hostel is in a prime location for young travellers. Relax before you explore the city, or meet other travellers in the hostel’s bar and lounge. There is a 24-hour front desk, free Wi-Fi and coffee and tea in the common area. You’ll be just minutes from top attractions: The glittering lights of the Moulin Rouge are a 13-minute Metro ride away, and the Louvre Museum is an 18-minute journey on the Metro.

• The Loft Boutique Hostel & Hotel: Known for its friendly service and charming rooms, this is one of the best hostels in Paris. With amenities like a shared kitchen (including a microwave and fridge) and a bar and lounge on-site, you’ll be able to make yourself right at home. When you’re itching to get out and explore the surrounding 20th Arrondissement, you’ll be about 20 minutes via the Metro from the Atelier des Lumières, which has housed the work of artists like Monet, Renoir and Chagall.
• Christopher’s Budget Hotel Paris: This is a perfect hostel for backpackers on a budget. There are laundry facilities, an on-site restaurant and bar, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk. It’s easy to hop on the Metro to explore other parts of the city, as you’ll only be a 1-minute walk from the Paris Magenta Station.

Les Piaules Hostel: If you’re looking for fun, cheap hostels near Paris, this party hostel should be high on your list. Make friends with other travellers in your dorm-style room, then head to the bar (open until 2 a.m. on weekends) for late-night snacks and cocktails. Gather your pals and cosy up with a drink in the lounge, or head to the hostel’s rooftop terrace for unfettered views of the City of Lights.