Nashville’s downtown is pricey — and hostels in Nashville are the real workaround. Music City runs on live music, honky-tonks, and late nights, and a hostel bed puts you minutes from Broadway for a fraction of hotel prices. Below are five hostels that are genuinely open and bookable in Nashville, Tennessee right now.
TL;DR: We verified five operating hostels in Nashville for 2026. Nashville Downtown Hostel wins on location near Broadway; Record Rowan Hostel wins on value north of downtown; and the Scarritt-Bennett Center suits travelers who want quiet dorm-style rooms near Music Row. Dorm beds start from around $29 a night.
1. Nashville Downtown Hostel — best location
The Nashville Downtown Hostel sits at 177 1st Avenue North in a historic riverfront warehouse, steps from Broadway’s honky-tonks, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and the Ryman Auditorium. It is adults-only, with room for hundreds of guests across dorms and private rooms.
Guests praise the cleanliness and social scene — game rooms, a shared kitchen, laundry, and a 24-hour front desk. Recent ratings put it at 8.7 out of 10 across hundreds of verified stays. Best for: solo travelers and groups who want to be in the middle of the action. Check the official site or see availability on Dorms.com.
2. Record Rowan Hostel — best value
Set in a three-bedroom house north of downtown at 676 Rowan Drive, the Record Rowan Hostel leans into Music City charm with vinyl records on its walls. This self-serve, longer-stay hostel has one bunk room plus private rooms — quieter and more home-like than the big downtown property.
Perks include free WiFi, coffee, tea, oatmeal, and ramen, a shared kitchen, a TV lounge, and no curfew. Note the 21+ age policy and the tight check-in window (3–4 p.m.). With a 4.2 rating on thousands of reviews, it is widely cited as Nashville’s best hostel value. Best for: budget travelers and longer stays. See current reviews and prices on Hostelworld.
3. Scarritt-Bennett Center — quiet and comfortable
Not every traveler wants a party hostel. The Scarritt-Bennett Center, at 1027 18th Avenue South in the Midtown/Music Row area, offers private dorm-style bedrooms — each sharing a bath with just one other same-gender room — on a historic 10-acre campus with gothic architecture.
This is a nonprofit education and retreat center, so the vibe is calm: an alcohol-free campus, lounges, free WiFi and parking, and an outdoor labyrinth. Check-in runs from 3 p.m. with checkout at 10:30 a.m. Best for: travelers who want a private room at hostel prices near Music Row. Check availability on Hostelworld.
4. Bposhtels Nashville — social, with a pool
Bposhtels Nashville, at 717 Spence Lane, is part of a small hostel brand offering free WiFi, free parking, and a pool. It is bookable right now on major travel platforms for fall 2026 dates, often with free cancellation.
One caution: reviews are mixed, so read recent ones before booking. That said, it is one of the few genuine hostel brands operating in the city with instant online booking. Best for: travelers with a car who want pool access and don’t mind checking recent reviews first. Book on the official Bposhtels site.
5. NGH Hostel — Belmont-area pick
NGH Hostel sits at 1811 Beech Avenue in the Belmont/Melrose area, a few miles south of downtown and close to Belmont University, Hillsboro Village, and the 12South district. It is listed on Tripadvisor and bookable through Trip.com for 2026 dates, with check-in from 2 p.m. and checkout at noon.
This is a no-frills budget stay rather than a social backpacker hub — Tripadvisor notes a car is recommended. Still, it is a verified hostel option in an area full of coffee shops and local spots. Best for: budget travelers focused on the Belmont/Hillsboro Village area. See details on Tripadvisor.
Tips for booking a hostel in Nashville
Nashville’s hostel inventory is thin, so book early — especially around festival weekends and CMA Fest. Dorm prices on Hostelworld start from around $29 a night, though rates swing with demand. Most Nashville hostels are adults-only or 18+, so check age policies before booking for younger travelers. Compare prices on Hostelworld’s Nashville page and the hostel’s own website before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
How many hostels are in Nashville, Tennessee?
Nashville has a small hostel scene. We verified five operating hostels in 2026: Nashville Downtown Hostel, Record Rowan Hostel, the Scarritt-Bennett Center, Bposhtels Nashville, and NGH Hostel. Music City Hostel and Nashville International Hostel are permanently closed.
How much do hostels in Nashville cost?
Dorm beds start from around $29 a night on Hostelworld, though prices vary by season and demand. Downtown hotels are expensive, so a hostel dorm is usually the cheapest way to sleep near Broadway — and rates rise sharply during festival weekends, so book early.
What is the best area to stay in a Nashville hostel?
Downtown is best for first-timers who want to walk to Broadway’s honky-tonks and the Ryman Auditorium. Midtown and Music Row suit Vanderbilt and venue-goers. Belmont and Hillsboro Village suit coffee-shop neighborhoods, though you will need rideshares or a car.
Are Nashville hostels safe for solo travelers?
The established hostels have solid safety basics: Nashville Downtown Hostel runs a 24-hour front desk with secure access and lockers, and Record Rowan Hostel is 21+ with staff on site. As anywhere, read recent reviews, use lockers, and stay alert walking home late from Broadway.
Is there a hostel right on Broadway in Nashville?
Yes. The Nashville Downtown Hostel is the closest to Broadway, located at 177 1st Avenue North in a historic riverfront warehouse, a short walk from the honky-tonks. It is the only verified hostel in the immediate downtown core.
Do Nashville hostels have an age limit?
Most do. Record Rowan Hostel only accepts guests 21 and older, and Nashville Downtown Hostel is adults-only. The Scarritt-Bennett Center and other properties may have different rules, so check each hostel’s age policy when you book, especially if traveling with teenagers.
Can I book a long-term stay at a Nashville hostel?
Yes — Record Rowan Hostel specifically describes itself as a self-serve, long-term-stay hostel in a residential house north of downtown, which makes it the natural pick for multi-week stays. Contact the hostel directly to discuss weekly rates and availability for longer bookings.
Are Nashville hostels good for meeting people?
The larger properties are. Nashville Downtown Hostel has game rooms and shared lounges built for mingling, and reviewers frequently mention meeting fellow travelers. The smaller house-style hostels, like Record Rowan, are friendlier in a quieter, more intimate way.
