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By going with a hostel you can spend less on lodging and use more of your budget for sightseeing during your stay.

No two hostels look exactly the same, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), low prices, and a social environment.

Ready to book a hostel? These ones get the highest reviews from our guests and might be a good place to start: Heartland Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Emirates Towers Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and an elevator. Rooms come with free WiFi, towels, and hair dryers. Bollywood Beach Hostel - Located steps from The Walk. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a restaurant. You’ll find free WiFi, desks, and bed sheets in all rooms. Brand New Boys Hostel in center of Dubai - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Sharaf DG Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi at this property. Rooms come with free WiFi. Urban Panda Hostel Tiger Marina - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Mina Seyahi Tram Stop. Property features include free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find free WiFi, desks, and coffee/tea makers in all rooms. Hello Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Burjuman Station. Property features include a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. You’ll find free WiFi, towels, and hair dryers in all rooms.

If you’re looking for a low-cost place to stay in Dubai, one of Expedia’s 82 hostels could be a great choice.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 95°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 72°F. Average annual precipitation for Dubai is 2 inches.

Depending on what you’re interested in, you might enjoy these things around Dubai. Major attractions include Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Mall of the Emirates. Get out into nature with places like Dubai Creek, Marina Beach, and La Mer North Beach. Visit landmarks like Dubai Museum and Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House.

Keep this information about transit options in Dubai on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Dubai Intl. Airport (DXB), located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) away. An alternative is Sharjah (SHJ-Sharjah Intl.), located 14.4 mi (23.2 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. Take advantage of metro transit at Al Ras Station, Al Ghubaiba Station, and Sharaf DG Station.