Cheap hotels in Ljubljana tonight
Updated 7 November 2026 · 36 real hotels
Ljubljana offers genuine budget accommodation starting from around 40€ per night, with hostels in Trnovo and Šiška leading the way on price. Staying slightly outside the city centre, in districts like Šiška or even nearby Domžale, can cut your nightly bill significantly without sacrificing comfort. Book early, travel mid-week, and consider self-catering apartments to stretch your travel budget further.
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Ljubljana punches well above its weight as a European capital: a walkable old town, a castle-topped hill, and a café-lined river, all at prices that still feel refreshingly reasonable compared to Vienna or Prague. Whether you are a backpacker hunting a bunk in a sociable hostel or a family looking for a self-catering apartment that will not blow the budget, the Slovenian capital has options at every price point. The selection below starts at just 40€ per night and climbs to around 87€, covering hostels, guesthouses, apartments and three-star hotels across several neighbourhoods.
The key to paying less in Ljubljana is knowing where to look geographically. The city centre (Stari trg, Prešeren Square) commands the highest premiums. Move one tram stop west into Šiška, a residential district with solid public-transport links, and rates drop noticeably. Go even further, to satellite towns like Domžale (a short bus ride north-east) or the village of Škofljica to the south, and you unlock four-star comfort at three-star prices. The central hostel quarter around the Trnovo neighbourhood is another sweet spot: close enough to walk to the main sights, yet calm enough to keep landlords honest on price.
Our selection in Ljubljana
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cube Central Rooms for 2 - Hostel ★ | Trnovo | ★ 4 | 40 €/nuit |
| Family Guesthouse GreenSLO ★★★ | Šiška | ★ 3.8 | 43 €/nuit |
| Sleep&Go Hostel ★★ | Šiška | ★ 3.6 | 65 €/nuit |
| Apartments Art House ★★★★ | Škofljica | ★ 4.8 | 79 €/nuit |
| Ambient Hotel ★★★ | Domzale | ★ 4.1 | 80 €/nuit |
| Hotel Medno ★★★ | Ljubljana | ★ 3.5 | 82 €/nuit |
| Apartment A1 ★★★★ | Šiška | ★ 5 | 85 €/nuit |
| Hostel Most ★ | Centre-ville de Ljubljana | ★ 4.2 | 87 €/nuit |
| Garni Hotel Cirman ★★★ | Ljubljana | ★ 4.3 | 89 €/nuit |
| WH Apartments ★★★ | Šiška | ★ 4.5 | 91 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest accommodation option in Ljubljana right now?+
The most affordable option in our current selection is Cube Central Rooms for 2, a 1-star hostel located in the Trnovo neighbourhood, priced at 40€ per night and rated 4 out of 5 by guests. Trnovo sits just south of the old town, making it easy to walk to the main sights while keeping your nightly spend to a minimum. If Trnovo is fully booked, Family Guesthouse GreenSLO in Šiška comes in at 43€ per night and is a solid fallback for budget travellers.
Which neighbourhoods in and around Ljubljana are the most budget-friendly?+
Šiška, to the north-west of the city centre, consistently offers lower rates than the historic core and is well served by buses and trams. Both Family Guesthouse GreenSLO and Sleep&Go Hostel, as well as Apartment A1, are located there. For travellers who do not mind a short commute, Domžale to the north-east and Škofljica to the south represent even greater savings: Ambient Hotel in Domžale and Apartments Art House in Škofljica both offer higher star ratings at prices below 85€, often with free parking included, which is a rare luxury closer to the centre.
Are hostels in Ljubljana safe and well-connected to the city centre?+
Yes. Ljubljana is one of the safest capitals in Europe, and its compact size means that even hostels rated 1 or 2 stars are rarely far from key landmarks. Cube Central Rooms in Trnovo is within comfortable walking distance of the Triple Bridge and Prešeren Square. Hostel Most, located directly in the city centre, is priced at 87€ per night but holds a 4.2 out of 5 guest rating, suggesting strong value for a central location. Both properties are typical of Ljubljana hostels: clean, sociable, and aimed at independent travellers who prioritise location over luxury.
What tips can help me pay less for a hotel in Ljubljana?+
Several strategies consistently lower the bill. First, book as far in advance as possible, especially for summer visits when Ljubljana hosts outdoor festivals and demand spikes. Second, consider mid-week stays (Tuesday to Thursday), which are almost always cheaper than weekend nights. Third, look at self-catering apartments like Apartment A1 in Šiška (rated a perfect 5 out of 5), because preparing even a couple of meals yourself can offset the nightly rate quickly. Fourth, factor in transport costs when comparing locations: a 10€-cheaper room in Domžale that requires a daily 4€ bus round-trip saves you money only if you plan to spend significant time outside the centre. Finally, travelling in spring (April to May) or early autumn (September) gives you pleasant weather and noticeably softer prices than the July-August peak.