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By choosing a hostel you can reduce your spending on accommodations and save more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out cultural highlights like the historic sites in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices, and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start: Zhihexing International Youth Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find hair dryers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. Leo Hostel - 2-minute walk from Xianyukou Tram Stop for easy access to public transit. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free WiFi. Peking Station Youth Hostel - 2-minute walk from Dongdan Station for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers. The Great Wall Courtyard Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, free parking, and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers. Beijing Leo Courtyard - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Xianyukou Tram Stop. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs.

If you’re hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Beijing, one of Expedia’s 14 hostels could be a great choice.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and June with an average temp of 78°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 32°F. Average annual precipitation for Beijing is 23 inches.

Overall, Beijing is known for its historical sites, museums, and temples. Major attractions include Wangfujing Street. Get out into nature with places like Zhongnanhai, Changpu River Park, and Jingshan Park. Cultural attractions include Beijing Concert Hall, Great Hall of the People, and National Centre for the Performing Arts.

Keep this information about transit options in Beijing in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Capital Intl. Airport (PEK), located 16.1 mi (25.8 km) away. An alternative is Beijing (PKX-Daxing Intl.), located 27.2 mi (43.7 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transit to get around. Walk to nearby metro stations like Tian’anmen West Station, Tian’anmen East Station, and Hepingmen Station. To see more of the area, hop on a train at Beijing Railway Station, Beijing South Railway Station, or Beijing North Railway Station.