Cheap hotels in Zagreb offer practical, clean lodging for travelers watching their budget. Most rooms under €80 per night include free Wi-Fi, and many provide free parking or a buffet breakfast. The best value options cluster around the Main Train Station, Ban Jelačić Square, and the city center, making it easy to explore landmarks like Zrinjevac Park and the Cathedral on foot. Look for properties with 24-hour front desks and family rooms for added flexibility.
Top-rated budget picks include Hotel Jaegerhorn, the city's oldest standing hotel, with a summer terrace and free secure parking; Hotel Central, steps from the main train station with a buffet breakfast; and The Hotel National, 180 meters from the main bus station, offering private parking and a bar. For spa access, Hotel Residence provides a sauna and steam bath near Maksimir Park. Hotel Croatia, three tram stops from the square, has free parking and elegant rooms, while Kaptol Rooms sits directly next to the Cathedral with a shared kitchen and terrace.